About this tour
Sail 12 nautical miles from Fremantle to Rottnest Island's sheltered bays aboard a 12.5-metre catamaran with up to 24 passengers. Spend eight hours snorkelling coral reefs, paddling kayaks, swimming, or relaxing on deck whilst the crew harnesses the famous 'Freo Doctor' wind for the return journey. Morning tea and buffet lunch included; no island landing, but maximum time in the water.
Highlights
- Snorkel pristine coral reefs in Rottnest bays
- Kayak and SUP across protected waters
- Help raise sails or steer the catamaran
- Buffet lunch and morning tea onboard
- Small group limit of 24 passengers maximum
- Marine Park entry fees covered
What to expect
You'll board at Fremantle and sail west across open water to reach Rottnest's quieter anchorages. Once there, the boat becomes your base—lower in snorkelling gear to explore reefs, grab a kayak or paddleboard, or stretch out on the spacious bow. Lunch and hot drinks appear midday. The return sail gives you the option to help trim sails or simply watch the crew work. Expect some swell and wind; the experience centres entirely on water, not the island itself. You'll need basic swimming ability and comfort moving between deck levels.
Good to know
Arrive 15 minutes early or forfeit your ticket. Wetsuits aren't provided—bring your own or hire locally. A swimming waiver is mandatory. Pregnant guests beyond 36 weeks cannot board; those 28–36 weeks need medical clearance. Infants must sit on a lap. Moderate fitness and mobility required to climb stairs and a ladder safely.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.