Highlights

• Rottnest Island is easily reachable by a 30–60 minute ferry ride from Perth City, Fremantle, or Hillarys.
• Expect spectacular coastal scenery, a mix of sheltered bays and open ocean, and abundant wildlife encounters, especially with the island's famous quokkas.
• Popular activities include cycling around quiet roads, snorkelling offshore reefs and walking to the lighthouse for panoramic views.
• Visitor services exist but can be stretched at peak times, so allow extra time for buses and ferries, and follow local guidance to protect fragile habitats.