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9 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This Rottnest Island day trip from Perth 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.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Return ferry from Rottnest Island 4:30pm, arriving Perth approximately 6pm.
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
Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Light Lunch
WiFi on board
Optional complimentary hotel pick up (Prebook is essential and subject to availability)
Bus tour of the island with stops at key locations
Admission Fees
Restroom on board
Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels Tour including train ride
Ferry transfers
Check in here to commence your cruise from Perth to Rottnest Island.
Swan River
Cruise from Perth to Rottnest Island along the Swan River. During your 1 hour 30 minute transfer, listen to informative Captain's commentary and relax whilst enjoy the scenic views.
Includes same-day return ferry from Perth, departs 8:30 am, Includes 11:30 am Grand Island Tour and return ferry at 4:30 pm
38 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
RAJIV C,
Jul 27, 2025
- Viator
Very good experience, from start to end. The train tour by Kevin, the tunnels walk through by Megan as well the island bus tour by Robbo..it was a day well spent. and yes the unmissable quokkas! I would definitely recommend Viator for the Grand Island/Quokka tours, a must have
karen k,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
It was a well organised and informative tour. The tour took us around the whole Island. The bus was comfortable the lunch was good. From the time we arrived we saw quokkas, they were every where. A tour not to miss, magnificent scenery.
Kerrie H,
Apr 25, 2025
- Viator
Excellent once we found where we had to be. A tip for tourists would be to find the train station when u first get to the island and go there… we got lost with poor instructions from clueless staff. Great tour guides. Lovely lunch. Comfortable travel and interesting info. Would recommend .. make sure u take a travacalm before journey and on way home as ferry can be a bit sickly
Serafina D,
Apr 24, 2025
- Viator
Rottnest Island is absolutely beautiful. Gorgeous beaches, clear blue waters, and plenty of wildlife. A relaxing day trip which included the ferry to the island, this took 1.5 hours, we had some free time, then joined the grand island tour, which included the historic train ride (around 18 minutes) a tour of Oliver Hill gun fortification and tunnels, lunch was provided, then we enjoyed the included bus tour around the island, stopping at various locations, like Wadjemup Lighthouse and Henrietta rocks. We were fortunate to see several quokkas in the afternoon. Overall had a very enjoyable day out at Rottnest Island.
Geoff M,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
It was very laid back, interesting and informative. Train ride was good, gun installation interesting
Operated by Captain Cook Cruises (WA)