Rottnest Island Bayseeker Day Trip from Perth

Overview

Available languages

English

9 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

This 1-hour and 30-minutes tour includes all of Rottnest's must-see locations including the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, and Mabel Cove.

You'll pass by all the major habitats of the island including pristine beaches, tranquil woodlands and salt lakes. Along the way, learn about the colonial, maritime and military history from your expert Coach Captains.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Check in at the ticketing office to commence your cruise from Perth to Rottnest Island.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Swan River

Cruise from Perth to Rottnest Island, via Fremantle, along the Swan River. During your 1 hour 30 minute transfer, listen to informative Captain's commentary and relax whilst enjoy the scenic views.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Same day return SeaLink ferry to Rottnest Island from Perth

1-hour 30-minute guided bus tour of the island with stops at key locations

Admission Fees

Optional Hotel pickup (Prebook is essential and subject to Availability)

All food and drink

Options

10:45am Bayseeker Tour

Includes same-day return ferry from Perth, departing 8:30am and return ferry at 4:30pm.

11:15am Bayseeker Tour

11:15am Tour: Includes same-day return ferry from Perth, departing 8:30am and return ferry at 4:30pm.

Reviews

4.29

34 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Visit to Rottnest
CherylC2981,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Rottnest Island was a very interesting place to visit. Very touristy though and although seeing Quokkas is heralded as a main attraction, it turns out they are nocturnal animals. We did see some, but only those who continue to be fed by people, despite this being extremely bad for them. The bus trip Around the island was informative, but it was a shame there were no opportunities provided to get out and go for a walk (only 2 5 minute stops) or a swim at some of the gorgeous beaches. The commentary was also a bit dated. All up a slick tourist operation, and a unique experience.
Rottnest worth visiting
Sue R,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
A day to remember. We enjoyed the luxury boats and houses on the river cruise to the island . Rottnest was fascinating, we loved it. The Quokas, the quirky shops , bus trip around the island were highlights.
Bay bus tour was good, we...
RUSSELL B,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Bay bus tour was good, we were on the 11:15am tour, by the time you get back and have lunch we had enough time to walk to the basin and had a swim then made our way back to the ferry
Brilliant day
tracyabond,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Brilliantly organised. We did the Perth Sealink ferry and the Bayseeker bus tour which was excellent. A brilliant driver who gave us the commentary throughout. We were booked on the later Perth ferry but changed it without issue to an earlier Fremantle return ferry. Love the flexibility.
Rottenest island day trip
goldsmcfarlane,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Rottenest is a lovely island and I enjoyed the day I spent there. It was great seeing all the beaches, learning the history and of course the wildlife!
Amazing
787belindab,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Absolutely beautiful part of the country. Never seen beaches as beautiful as the ones at Rottnest. Will definitely be back and spend more time exploring
Great experience. Plenty...
William m,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience. Plenty of time to explore. Understand when you leave and from where and when you return.
Bus tour not for us; quakkas were
RCBerk 17,Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The rides over and back were fine, but the bus tour wasn’t our thing. We would have preferred a bus with stops long enough to enjoy some of the sites. We were also disappointed in how crowded the island was even though it was midweek and off season. The quakkas, however, were great. Especially enjoyed them when we walked around one of the saltwater lakes and we were on our own with them. We were able to see some nursing moms with their Joey‘s, which was amazing!
Best day
Voyager13087615294,May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best day beautiful weather everything was organized stuff were helpful and kind, could not be more satisfied with the tour Swimming at the Pinky beach was heavenly
Rotto 100%
Stephen H,Apr 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nothing to fault. Everything on time, well organised, polite & friendly, clean and enjoyable. Commentary on Bayswater was excellent

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