Rottnest Island is ringed by clear water, and the best way into it is by boat (see Tap Water On Rottnest). Four marine experiences cover the range: a half-day catamaran sail with snorkelling, a guided snorkel trip, an adventure cruise, and a long seafood lunch on the water. Only the adventure cruise bundles the ferry crossing, so add your own ferry ticket for the other three, then swim, watch for wildlife, or simply stay out on deck.
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Most-reviewed trip
The Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise pairs the return ferry with a fast boat cruise around the island, run by Rottnest Express over about 8 hours. It rates 4.5 across 244 reviews, from A$164 per person, AUD. Check the listing for cancellation terms before you book.
About 4 hours · Rottnest Cruises
from A$395per person, AUDThe Luxe Island Seafood Cruise is run by Rottnest Cruises and lasts about 4 hours, rated 4.9 across 56 reviews and from A$395 per person, AUD. The outing centres on a seated seafood lunch with drinks served on board, and free cancellation applies. It sits at the top end of the boat trips, aimed at travellers who want a slow, food-led day on the water rather than a packed schedule of stops.
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About 3 hours · Rottnest Snorkel
from A$239per person, AUDRottnest Island Guided Snorkel Boat Experience is run by Rottnest Snorkel and lasts about 3 hours. It rates 4.5 across 51 reviews, from A$239 per person, AUD. Gear, snacks, drinks and landing fees are covered, and free cancellation applies.
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About 3 hours · Charter 1
from A$185per person, AUDCharter 1 runs this half-day snorkel and sail catamaran tour, about 3 hours on the water. It rates 4.8 across 33 reviews, from A$185 per person, AUD. Trips depart Thomson Bay aboard the catamaran Capella, and the tour is non-refundable, so check the listing terms before booking.
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