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$30 Return Ferry Travel for Seniors

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Rottnest Express

Offer expires

August 18, 2024
Expires Aug 2024

Explore winter delights at Rottnest Island for less with $30 return ferry fares for seniors

This winter, the WA State Government is making it easier for seniors to experience the wonders of Wadjemup / Rottnest Island. Thanks to a generous subsidy, WA Seniors Card holders can journey from Fremantle to the island aboard Rottnest Express for a mere $30 per person return.

Rottnest Express is dedicated to the comfort and safety of its passengers, with over 60 years of service ensuring your journey is as delightful as the destination itself.

Pack your bags for a getaway filled with peaceful walks, stunning views, and an exploration of the island’s storied past. With no admission fee and the government’s support, your winter escape is not just memorable but incredibly affordable.

This offer is valid from for travel from 27 June to 18 August 2024. Offer ends 18 August 2024.

Rottnest Express Offer Terms and Conditions

  • To book this offer with Rottnest Express, proceed to the Rottnest Express website and select the senior fare then enter the promotion code WASENIORS when prompted at checkout. Alternatively, call Rottnest Express on 1300 467 688 and quote the promotion code to staff over the phone to redeem the offer.
  • Standard booking terms and conditions also apply. Refer to the Rottnest Express website for details.

Rottnest Island Seniors Ferry Subsidy Scheme Terms and Conditions

  • The Rottnest Island Seniors Ferry Subsidy Scheme is available to customers who hold a valid Western Australian (WA) Seniors Card for day or overnight return ferry services from Fremantle or Hillarys to Rottnest Island with participating Ferry Company(s) within the offer period for the eligible travel dates.
  • Customers utilising the Rottnest Island Seniors Ferry Subsidy Scheme will book and pay for ferry services with participating Ferry Company(s).
  • A valid WA Seniors Card must be produced, as requested by the Ferry Company at any time during the booking and travel periods.
  • A cancellation of the subsidised ferry ticket will be subject to the participating Ferry Company’s terms and conditions.
  • Subsidised tickets may be transferred, subject to the participating Ferry Company’s terms and conditions. The subsidised ticket must be rebooked for travel during the eligible travel period.
  • In the event of a ferry cancellation due to weather, safety or vessel inoperability, refunds and credit notes will be subject to the participating Ferry Company terms and conditions. If a credit note is issued, the customer will be advised that to travel at the same cost, they will need to do so within the eligible travel period, as the fare will not be subsidised after the eligible travel period, and additional costs and admission fee charges will apply.
  • Subsidised ferry fares must be booked directly with the participating Ferry Company.
  • Prices are inclusive of GST and are only applicable for ferry transfer. Additional fees may apply including booking, transaction, and luggage fees.
  • Subsidised fares are non-commissionable and cannot be made via third party sites or visitor centres.
  • Subsidised fares must not be used in conjunction with other special discounts or offers.
  • The eligible booking period is when bookings for the eligible travel period will be accepted by the participating Ferry Company for the subsidised ferry travel. The eligible booking period is 20 June 2024 – 18 August 2024 inclusive.
  • The eligible travel period is when the subsidised ferry travel is applicable for, when booked during the eligible booking period with a participating Ferry Company. The eligible travel period is 27 June 2024 – 18 August 2024 inclusive.
  • The Rottnest Island Seniors Ferry Subsidy Scheme is subject to availability and is limited to one (1) ticket per person, per valid WA Seniors Card, per day.
  • The Rottnest Island Seniors Ferry Subsidy Scheme is only valid for the WA Seniors Card holders.
  • Subsidised ferry fares cannot be resold or exchanged for cash.

How to book

Visit the Rottnest Express website and select the senior fare, then enter the promotion code WASENIORS when prompted at checkout. Alternatively, call Rottnest Express on 1300 467 688 and quote the promotion code to staff over the phone to redeem the offer.

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