From Fremantle: Rottnest Island Ferry and Bike Day Tour
Who This Trip Suits
A day on Rottnest by bike from Fremantle: the return fast ferry, a bike and helmet waiting for you on the island, and the admission fee. Rottnest Express runs it, and it is rated 4.7 from 960 reviews; GetYourGuide’s counter showed it booked three times on 22 October 2026.
You take the ferry from Fremantle, collect your bike on arrival and ride where you like on an island 11 km long and about 4 km wide. The listing suggests the bays near the settlement and on the north coast: The Basin, Parakeet Bay and Little Armstrong Bay. Guests this October said everything was well organised and the bikes were handed over on arrival without a long wait; one said it was their favourite day of three weeks in Australia. One guest’s bike was old and its gears did not change properly, so check yours before you set off. Another reckoned the full circuit at about 22 km, four to five hours.
Practical points from the listing: food, drinks and hotel drop-off are not included; there are cafes and a general store in the settlement. The free cancellation window is two days, longer than on most tours here.
The price is from US$89 a person (checked October 2026). For how to plan the day, see the one-day plan; for the same day from Hillarys, the homepage.
About This Experience
Experience Rottnest Island at your leisure on a day trip with round-trip fast ferry transfers and bike hire from Fremantle. Admire the stunning views as you cycle across the island.
Highlights
- Visit Rottnest Island at your leisure with roundtrip ferry transfers
- Experience Rottnest Island with the freedom of cycling
- Enjoy a relaxing day exploring the peaceful beaches and clear waters of the island
What's Included
- ✓ Round-trip ferry transfers to Rottnest Island from Fremantle
- ✓ Bike rental
- ✓ Helmet
- ✓ Island admission fees
Not Included
- Hotel drop-off
- Food and drinks
Good to Know
- It takes approximately 3 to 5 hours to ride around the island and there is no drinking water or food available outside the Thomson Bay and Geordie Bay settlement areas
- Ferry tickets valid for same-day return from a selected departure point
- Bikes with baby seats must be requested in advance and are subject to availability
- Hire a snorkel set for an additional A$22, payable on the day
- Children's bikes are suitable for children between the ages of 4 and 7; children aged 7 or older can usually use adult-sized bikes comfortably
