Rottnest Island 'Snorkel and Sail'
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Experience the magic of Rottnest Island by luxury sailing catamaran! Sail the island’s stunning coastline and dive
into an underwater paradise, full snorkel gear included.
Departing Thomson Bay, enjoy a leisurely sail to one of the many stunning bays surrounding Rottnest Island, brimming with marine life. Discover up to 400 species of fish, coral, shells and seagrass whilst keeping an eye out for stingrays, dolphins and more. Kayak and SUP boards are also carried for shared use. All snorkeling equipment is included with the option to hire prescription masks if needed also.
Tour is suitable for ages 4 and up. Important: To participate in the guided component snorkelers must be 8 and over and of strong swimming ability (can swim unaided for min 200m, in depths 2-3m). Note: All guests must sign a waiver before they can participate in water based activities.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Change of date permitted once without penalty, provided 7 days notice is given.
Late arrival or failure to board for any reason = 100% ticket loss. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to begin boarding.
Participants must be able to swim competently (minimum 200m without assistance) to participate in water activities
Expectant guests who are 28-36 weeks pregnant will require medical clearance to board. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate anyone over 36 weeks gestation.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Rottnest Island
Explore the island's top snorkel spots! Discover up to 400 different species of fish, coral, shells and sea grass. Keep an eye out for dolphins, stingrays, sea birds and he curious and playful Australian sea lion.
What‘s Included
Seasonal fruit platter
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Opportunity to go on a guided snorkel (requires good swimming ability, un-aided)
Coffee and/or Tea
Kayaks and SUP
Ferry transfers to/from Rottnest Island
Drones not permitted onboard
Wetsuits not included
Towels not included
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Rottnest Island 'Snorkel and Sail'
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Friendly, communicative and professional
C4217IWmattc,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked late the night before and they were super accommodating. Lovely day and way to explore Rottnest Island. We did the 9.45am ferry from Fremantle and it was a relaxed day all around.
Snorkeling experience of a life time! 💗
Connector33589877003,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing tour I will never forget! Both our snorkel guide and driver were fantastic! Both were very friendly and they made the whole experience very engaging!! Will definitely book again when we come back!! 😊
Best decision ever
Roz T,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day and what a bonus to have an all female crew with Tess and Sarah. We felt comfortable, welcome,safe and relaxed all the way. The snorkel tour was terrific as well. We highly recommend this tour
Swim through a garden.
Robin M,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was well organised and the captain and crew were warm and helpful. Seeing the different bays from the water was lovely! We snorkelled through clear turquoise water over beautiful rolling underwater gardens and darting fish.
Awesome experience
98carend,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! We had a great time. Awesome snorkeling and we even saw a sea lion! The crew are so lovely and the hot cuppa and beautiful fruit platter after snorkeling is a great addition. The boat is stunning, and it was wonderful to be out on the water around the island.
Rottnest experience from the water
chris l,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
N/AI landed early on Rottnest Island so that I might have some time to sit on the beach and also see a Quokka or two. Checked both those boxes while waiting for the boat. From the moment I boarded, the crew was very personable and accommodating. Weather was great and the focus on safety on the boat and during snorkeling was much appreciated. The snorkeling itself was good and the opportunity to kyak afterwards was available. Unfortunately the weather turned quickly to rain and wind. So much of the second half of the trip was getting dry and staying warm. That said, the crew remained very positive the entire time and still made the return enjoyable. My recommendation is that if there is one piece of clothing that should be in your bag, its a rain/wind jacket.
Highly recommend!
H5082FGkelseyp,Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I'm so glad I signed up for this adventure with my friend! It was both a relaxing sail and an adventure. We loved being able to sit at the front of the catamaran on the hammock and the guided snorkel tour was a nice touch. We enjoyed relaxing with tea and coffee after the snorkeling. The crew was friendly and helpful. We also really enjoyed the option to hang onto a net and be dragged by the boat towards the end! One of the best moments of the sail was seeing dolphins and an Australian sea lion.
Great boating experience on Rottnest!
Nicolas G,Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great boat, great crew and perfect location! Lots to see snorkelling with sea lions, tons of fish and coral. Thanks for a great trip! Be back next season :))
Fantastic experience on Rottnest Island
scsculler,Feb 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fantastic activity that was even better than expected. They were quite accommodating by running the tour even though we were below the normal minimum number of participants. The boat is very comfortable with lots of amenities. We cruised to an island where sea lions bask on the beach and snorkeled around a coral reef just off the island, seeing many different fish and ocean vegetation. Our guide during the snorkeling was great, and they were prepared for many levels of capability. After snorkeling we had a delicious snack of fresh fruits and non-alcoholic beverages. Then we were able to swim off the boat as desired and various water toys were available for use. A relaxing sail took us back toward the meeting point but we were given the opportunity to ride on the "tow net" which was fun. We then anchored for a while for more swimming and jumping/diving off the side of the boat. Too soon our time was up and we went back to port. I left a valuable onboard, and the company/crew were very responsive and accommodating in making arrangements for me to retrieve the towel. Thank you for a great trip!
Fun snorkelling experience
Orian I,Nov 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The snorkelling was fantastic with beautiful coral and fish to see. The crew were also friendly. Make sure to bring a long sleeve rashie if you’re swimming on a colder day!
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