Rottnest Island Full-Day Trip With Island Tour from Hillarys

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Perth, Australia

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9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Enjoy return transfers from selected Perth hotels (must be pre-booked) before embarking on a 40 minute high speed ferry to the island. Then take part in the most comprehensive tour of the island - the Grand Island tour. This 4-hour all-inclusive guided tour visits Rottnest's must-see locations, including the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Henrietta Rocks, Oliver Hill Gun Fortification & Tunnels and the beautiful look-out point at Mabel Cove. The tour begins with a historic train ride up to Oliver Hill and later transfers onto an air-conditioned coach to access other areas of the island. All major habitats are covered in this amazing tour, including Rottnest's cultural and historical heritage ranging from Maritime and Military history right up to future developments. Enjoy an included light picnic lunch.
Please note the Oliver Hill tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues or for any children needing to be carried (except those in infant carriers which allow both hands to be free).

What's Included

National Park fees
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Return Ferry Ticket
Live commentary on board
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Courtesy Coach transfers available from hotels in Perth CBD, Northbridge and Scarborough. You MUST notify us at the time of booking if you require this service so that we can book in a pick up from your closest hotel, this is subject to availability.

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Meeting point
56 Southside Dr

Free parking is available if self-driving. From Perth CBD head north on Mitchell Freeway then exit left when you reach Hepburn Avenue. Continue to the end and enter the harbour through the main roundabout. Turn left onto Southside Drive and follow the signs to 'ferry terminal'.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Rottnest Fast Ferries - Day Tours (Pass by)

    Take advantage of a courtesy coach pick-up from your Perth hotel and enjoy a relaxing drive along Perth's northern beaches (if required). Alternatively, you also have the option to drive yourself and take advantage of Hillarys Boat Harbour free parking. Your tour officially begins at 9am when you check in at the Rottnest Fast Ferries office, before departing Hillarys Boat Harbour at 10am for a 45-minute crossing to Rottnest Island.

    Admission ticket free
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    Rottnest Island Train Station

    Upon arrival at Rottnest Island, make your way to the Rottnest Island Settlement Railway Station(highlighted on a map provided to you at check in) to begin your Grand Island Tour with a historic train ride to Oliver HIll. on the historic Captain Hussey train. Sit back and relax on this unique railway experience while you enjoy the views.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
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    Oliver Hill Battery

    On arrival at Oliver Hill, explore the WWII Guns and Tunnels with a guided tour (please note there are more than 240 steps over this one-hour tour and therefore not suitable for those with mobility issues. Children cannot be carried for safety reasons). Learn about the military history of Oliver Hill and how Rottnest Island played a part in the defence of the port of Fremantle during WWII. Then enjoy a light picnic lunch.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
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    Wadjemup Lighthouse

    After lunch, board an air conditioned coach to explore the island further. Enjoy the running commentary of Rottnest's unique history, environment, heritage and wildlife whilst taking in the beauty of Rottnest Island by road. Make a stop at Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannie's Lookout and Mabel Cove during this 2-hour long bus tour.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Rottnest Island (Pass by)

    After your tour you'll have some free time to explore Rottnest's main settlement area and visit the local shops, before catching the ferry back to Hillarys Boat Harbour and (if required) taking our courtesy coach back to your Perth accommodation.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Please note - The Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels part of the Tour is a physically demanding 45-minute tour with approximately 700 metres walking and 240+ uneven steps (equivalent to a 8-storey climb). There are no rest stops and no backtracking once inside. No carrying of children is permitted except for small infants in baby carriers (which allow the accompanying adult to have both hands free for the railings in the tunnels). Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The tour takes place in enclosed tunnels - please watch for low ceilings, uneven surfaces and other trip hazards - and follow guide instructions at all times.
  • Those with mobility issues are not permitted, for safety reasons.
Supplied by Rottnest Fast Ferries

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