Whether you hire a boat, join a tour, or journey over on your own vessel, endless opportunities awaken with the freedom of a boat.
Observe marine wildlife
Access more diving, surfing, and fishing spots
High-speed boat rides
Tranquil sunset voyages
Boat tours are an opportunity to sit back and absorb the views, letting someone else steer your journey — whether that’s with Charter 1, Rottnest Cruises, or the Eco Express tours.
The Charter 1 sailing catamaran has several options, including private charters, a snorkelling trip to the island’s thriving tropical shallows, and a sunset sail that’s pure decompression. Or for the most unique dining experience the island has to offer, join Rottnest Cruises for a decadent sea-to-plate seafood cruise on a voyage over the island’s lush marine gardens. Wadjemup is a tranquil place, but the island isn’t without thrilling experiences, and the Eco Express high-powered boat tours provide an invigorating, wild ride.
If you don’t have your own boat but still wish to explore the island’s bays freely, then you can hire one from Boating West.
They’ve got centre cab boats, bow riders, ribs, and tinnies, so you can choose the one that suits your type of adventure. Book the boat in advance and head to the fuel jetty in Thomson Bay to collect your vessel.
With the freedom of your own boat, comes the need to follow regulations that keep the island running smoothly and protect the unique flora and fauna.
Check out important boating and mooring information on the Rottnest Island Authority website to learn everything you need to know about using your boat in the waters of the island.
With a number of sheltered and protected bays, and breathtaking sights just metres from the shore, Wadjemup offers snorkelling and diving adventures for a range of ages and abilities.
Take your pick from the popular snorkelling spots of The Basin, Parakeet Bay and Henrietta Rocks, or simply cycle from beach to bay to find a new favourite. For a story-filled swim, explore the snorkel trail at Little Salmon Bay and be guided by the series of information panels attached to the seabed below.
Thanks to its diversity of marine life, clear water, reef caves and swim-throughs, Wadjemup is a spectacular diving destination.
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