Getting to Rottnest Cruises

Unique Rottnest Island

A blissful escape
on Your doorstep

The location for our deluxe seafood cruise is Western Australia’s famous holiday hotspot, Rottnest Island.

Rottnest, or ‘Rotto’ as West Aussies like to call it, is one of Australia’s most unique marine and nature playgrounds. The waters around the Island are part of the Western Rock Lobster fishery, certified sustainable by the Marine Stewardship Council, and are home to a bountiful ocean full of delicious seafood delicacies.

Whether visiting for a day trip or an extended stay, Rottnest is a place that etches fond memories. Ones you always want to talk about.

Where the Cruise Departs

The Luxe Island Seafood Cruise departs from Thomson Bay Fuel Jetty on Rottnest Island, a 5-minute walk from the main ferry jetty. Boarding is at 11.15am and we leave at 11.30am.

Rottnest Cruises’ Luxe Island Seafood Cruise takes you to the peak of enjoyment in this breathtaking location. On board our cruise you will be fully immersed in the Island’s fascinating marine environment, in a setting of luxe indulgence.

cruise the island

Guest at the bow looking over a turquoise bay

We anchored in Parakeet Bay for our lunch. Such a beautiful day. Great company, delicious food and wonderful crew.
CAZ G, LISMORE NSW

Travelling to Rottnest

Many visitors to Rottnest Island choose to travel by ferry. The Island is only 18 kilometres from Perth, accessible by a short ferry trip with several departure points to choose from.

Ferries run to Rottnest from Perth City, North Fremantle (Rous Head), Fremantle (Victoria Quay) and Hillarys Boat Harbour in the northern suburbs of Perth. You can also travel to Rottnest by air, with several flight companies operating regular flights to and from the Island.

You can add a return ferry package from Perth, Fremantle or Hillarys when you book your cruise with us. Please note the latest departure times below, so you can arrive on the Island in time to board our cruise no later than 11.15am.

Perth: Latest ferry departure 8.30am
Fremantle: Latest ferry departure 10am
Hillarys: Latest ferry departure 10am

Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise departs from Thomson Bay Fuel Jetty on Rottnest Island, a 5-minute walk from the main ferry jetty. Guests board at 11.15am and the cruise departs at 11.30am.

Yes. The cruise starts on Rottnest Island, so you will need a ferry to get here. You can add a return ferry package from Perth, Fremantle or Hillarys when you book with us, or book your own ferry.

To board on time at 11.15am, take a ferry that leaves Perth by 8.30am, or Fremantle or Hillarys by 10am.

The cruise returns to Thomson Bay at about 3.30pm, so you can explore the Island, swim or cycle before your ferry home.

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Koora-Yeye-Boordawan-Kalyakoorl sculpture on Rottnest Island

IMPORTANT INDIGENOUS HISTORY

We acknowledge the Whadjuk Noongar people as the Traditional Owners of Wadjemup (Rottnest Island) and its surrounding waters, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
The Island’s name in Noongar language is Wadjemup, meaning ‘place across the water where the spirits are’. Wadjemup holds special significance to Aboriginal communities right across the State.

The sculpture Koora-Yeye-Boordawan-Kalyakoorl (Past-Present-Future-Forever), by WA artists Sharyn Egan and Jahne Rees, was unveiled by the Rottnest Island Authority to recognise important sites on the Island. Created with input from the Whadjuk Noongar community, it is an important step for the Island’s reconciliation.

HISTORY OF ROTTNEST

Island Beauty

Rottnest Island is an A-class Nature Reserve and marine sanctuary, with abundant marine life, flora, fauna and natural landscapes.

Dozens of secluded beaches and bays line its coast, perfect for swimming, snorkelling, diving, fishing and surfing.

The most well known resident on the Island is the ‘Quokka’ – a small marsupial, the size of a hare or domestic cat. During your visit to Rottnest, the Quokka is a furry friend you will be sure to meet.

If planning a stay on the Island, there are a range of accommodation options to choose from. Please click the button below for further details and bookings.

This is a place of remarkable history and heritage, with many spectacular walking trails and tours during your visit.

VISITOR INFORMATION

Sea Wonders

Boating around Rottnest is truly magical. The Island’s waters are home to more than 400 species of fish and 20 species of tropical coral.

The deluxe delicacy featuring on our seafood cruise menu – the famous Western Rock Lobster – inhabits local oceans in abundance.

Our cruise menu also showcases delicious Abrolhos Island scallops.

Underwater wonders of nature, often spotted on our cruise, include Bottlenose dolphins, New Zealand fur seals, Australian sea lions and migrating humpback whales.

Visit Rottnest Island online to read more about its fascinating marine life.

MARINE LIFE