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This Rottnest Island day trip from Fremantle is the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this A-Class nature reserve doing a guided bus and train tour, taking in the amazing fauna and flora of the island, stunning beaches, woodlands and incredible salt lakes – commencing with a unique historic train ride.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Return ferry from Rottnest Island 4:00pm, arriving Fremantle approximately 4:35pm. For alternative times off the island, please contact the operator.
Limited paid parking is available near the departure point. Please allow ample time for parking. Public transportation or a ride share is recommended
Due to maintenance of the train, a coach may be substituted for this part of the tour without notice
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lunch
Oliver Hill WWII Guns & Tunnel Tour
Train ride from the settlement to Oliver Hill
Light lunch
Bus tour of the island with stops at key locations
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Parking
11:15am Tour: Includes same-day return ferry from Fremantle, departing 9:00am and return ferry at 4:00pm.
Includes same-day return ferry from Fremantle, departing 9:00am and return ferry at 4:00pm.
Operated by Captain Cook Cruises (WA)
62 reviews
Michael H,Nov 9, 2024
Had a lovely experience visiting Rottnest Island with my family. Ferry meeting point and pickup instructions were clear and easy to follow. The tours were conducted by guides who truly love the island and were enthusiastic about sharing their knowledge with visitors. A wonderful daytrip from Perth that I would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area.
Laura M,May 21, 2024
I was a bit bored on this trip. The commentary on the bus was hard to hear, and what I did hear was the driver mostly pointing out things. The gun part of the trip was so detailed. Only an engineer needs that level of detail. What about information on how the men and women who worked there lived? The packed lunch was surprisingly good. We couldn't find the train station and we weren't alone. And one last thing- more time at the end of the tour to do shopping would have been appreciated. Tours like this are great for day trippers, but this one needs an overhaul.
Von,Nov 9, 2023
The train ride and Oliver Hill with the WW11 gun. Far too long on the bus going to see different bays it would have been more enjoyable to have been able to stop in day Paradise bay for a swim.
Peter B,Sep 8, 2023
The whole experience was memorable from the ferry rides to the tour. It was a little rushed and I would suggest you mix the tour with an overnight stay and hop on/off bus ride at your leisure as well. You need more than a day to see it properly. I was disappointed the train ride was unavailable and there was no mention of this when booking
Kylie A,Aug 9, 2023
We had a fabulous day in the island. Seamless boat trip even though Mother Nature was having a rough day! We booked the island tour and throughly enjoyed the tour, learning about the island and seeing the WWII tunnels. Thank you and highly recommended