Rottnest Express has been serving the Island for 50 years now and knows it better than most. If you’re a visitor to Perth, Rottnest is the must see destination and they’d love to take you there.

Whilst there’s plenty to see and do on Rottnest, some ‘must do’s’ are biking, snorkelling, fishing and surfing. At Rottnest Express they’ve gone to great lengths to ensure that you can make the most of these activities.

They’ve used their local knowledge to put together a number of day tours that appeal to tourists and locals alike.

All tours are accompanied by experienced guides whose aim is to ensure that your day on Rottnest is unforgettable.

A free coach service and transfers from most metropolitan hotels are included in your package.

The newest tour to hit Rottnest Island - Rottnest Express Eco Tours was conceived to provide a unique experience to visitors, allowing them to experience the many wonders of Rottnest.

Rottnest Express currently departs from three conveniently located terminals: Barrack Street Jetty - Perth, C Shed - Fremantle and North Fremantle, each has different benefits to offer – so choose a departure point to suit your needs.

Tours and Rates
Description	Includes	Price
Omakase - Fully Escorted Island Tour
Historic Rottnest
Experience Rottnest
Discover Rottnest
Eco Rottnest
Whale Encounters on the Humpback Highway
Swan River Dreaming	Tariffs are based on touring only. No meals included.	$50.00 to $75.00
Rottnest Island - MEGA BLAST

Tour Details
Omakase - Fully Escorted Island Tour	Let their knowledgeable and experienced Japanese speaking guide help you discover Rottnest Island. Choose either a Discovery Coach Tour or a full Day Bike Hire and complete your experience with a delicious lunch before returning to the mainland. Tour includes return transfers to Rottnest Island, Swan River cruise and morning tea, informative commentary, 1.5 hour discovery coach tour or full day bike hire, a memento of your tour and lunch at the Rottnest Lodge.
Historic Rottnest	Join us on the Captain Hussey and enjoy the scenic train ride to picturesque Oliver Hill for a guided tour of the massive 9.2 inch diameter gun and tunnel system that forms part of Rottnest’s significant military heritage. Cap off your day with a traditional Rottnest experience with a sumptuous lunch at either the Dome Cafe, Hotel Rottnest, Aristos Waterfront or Rottnest Lodge. Tour includes return transfers to Rottnest Island, morning tea / afternoon tea (Perth departures only), short informative walking tour, two hour trains, guns and tunnels tour and lunch.
Experience Rottnest	Relax and explore the beauty of Rottnest as you cycle around the Island at your own pace. Or combine both bike and snorkel for an unforgettable land and sea experience. Complete your Rottnest experience with a delightful lunch at either Dome Cafe, Hotel Rottnest, Aristos Waterfront, or the Rottnest Lodge. Tour includes return transfers to Rottnest Island, morning tea / afternoon tea (Perth departures only), short informative walking tour of the settlement, Express Snorkel Hire and Express Bike Hire options and lunch.
Discover Rottnest	Explore the beauty and tranquillity of Rottnest Island as you relax in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach. This tour includes historical, cultural and natural points of interest. Complete your Rottnest experience with a lunch at either Hotel Rottnest, Aristos Waterfront or Rottnest Lodge. Tour includes return transfers to Rottnest Island, morning and afternoon tea (Perth departures only), short informative walking tour of the settlement, guided Discovery coach tour and lunch at either, Hotel Rottnest, Aristos Waterfront or Rottnest Lodge.
Eco Rottnest	The Rottnest Island Eco Adventure Tour offers passengers an unforgettable, entertaining and informative experience. The waters off Rottnest Island are teeming with marine wildlife feeding on schools of fish. Explore the depths and watch New Zealand Fur Seals feeding with their underwater camera. Rottnest is home to a colony of New Zealand Fur Seals and the tour guarantees exciting interactions everyday. Atop the cliffs sit decades old Osprey nests. Watch these majestic birds swoop and glide. Cruise into protected bays and hear stories about the dreamtime and latter day history of this unique Island. This is the ultimate natural Rottnest Adventure, with adaptive real time commentary. Your guides are motivated and passionate about the island. They are privileged to encounter such an abundance of wildlife along this coast and many of the wildlife are threatened. Tour includes 90 minute Eco Adventure tour, interpretive and entertaining commentary from experienced and knowledgeable guides. Season operates October to May.
Whale Encounters on the Humpback Highway	Rottnest Express has sought out the experts to bring you the ultimate whale watching experience. By partnering with the Centre for Whale Research they'll make your whale watching experience one to remember. Cruise a major whale migration route that runs close to Perth shores - The Humpback Highway! Your ultimate whale watching encounter includes - Two hour whale watching adventure, expert commentary by a research Assistant from the Centre for Whale Research, Underwater equipment (hydrophone) to enable you to listen to whale songs, exclusive on board whale watching interpretative DVD, shared on board use of binoculars, free courtesy coach pick up (from most central business district hotels), Free parking (Northport terminal), Swan River cruise (Perth departures only). Perth only morning departures Season commences September to early December.
Swan River Dreaming	Jump aboard the Eco Express for a 90 minute tour along Perth's pristine Swan River. You will be taken back thousands of years to a time in the dreaming and be given a unique insight into the traditions and spirituality of aboriginal people through the eyes of traditional landowners. You will also learn about our rich colonial history along with the Swan River's flora and fauna. You may even be fortuante enough to spot a dolphin or too! We also offer a FULL DAY Swan River Dreaming package connectiing with the Perth Trams up to Kings Park and then joining the 90 minute Indiegenous Heritage Walking Tour. Tour operates Tuesdays and Wednesday only.
Rottnest Island - MEGA BLAST	Mega Blast your way to Rottnest Island. Departs C Shed, Fremantle Thursdays to Mondays only and in season September to May Are you craving excitement and adventure in your life? Do you dare to be different? Then strap yourself in for the most exhilarating thrill ride to Rotto! Same price as our ferry fares!

Tour Facilities
Air-conditioning
Commentary
Drop off
Host/Hostess
Meet & Greet
Pickup
Toilet

General Facilities
Car park
Checkin Desk
Public Transport
Public phone
Public toilet
Taxi rank
Waiting Area

Experiences
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Adventure
Cruise
Educational Tourism
Flora and Fauna
Historic/Heritage
Island
Marine
Nature based
Soft Adventure
Wildlife

Activities

Cruising

Dolphin Swimming

Sightseeing

Marine Animal watching

Water-based

Whale Watching

Hours and Times
Reception Hours	0700 to 1730 Monday to Sunday After hours answering machine

Capacity
Total Capacity	329

Membership and Awards
Membership	Visitor Information Centre
Award 2009	Bronze Award Ecotourism WA Tourism Awards
Award 2009	Gold Award Tourism Marketing WA Tourism Awards

Comments
Disabled Access	Limited access for electric wheelchairs.
Children Catered For	Rottnest Island is the ideal destination for families with children.
Departure Point	"C" Shed Victoria Quay, Fremantle Port, Barrack Street Jetty, Perth and Northport Ferry Terminal, North Fremantle.
Hotel Pick-up	Complimentary pick-up and drop-off from selected Perth and Fremantle Hotels, Bookings essential. Conditions apply.

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Contact information
Address	C Shed Victoria Quay, Fremantle, 6160
Toll Free Phone	1300 467 688 (Australia)
Fax	+61 8 9430 4036
Email	bookings@rottnestexpress.com.au
Website	www.rottnestexpress.com.au
Brochure	Rottnest Express, Fremantle, Western Australia (PDF- 5.72 MB)