Rottnest Island Grand Island Tour

Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island Grand Island Tour

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Rottnest Island Grand Island Tour

PLEASE NOTE A TEMPORARY FUEL CHARGE OF $1.00 PER PERSON WILL APPLY FROM 01 APRIL ONWARDS - this will be added to your online cart upon booking.

WA’s most beautiful island is just 19 kilometres off Perth’s coastline. Enjoy travelling around the island with a unique train ride included and a casual lunch on the beach. Upgrade your basic ferry ride to include the most comprehensive guided tour of the island. Choose to add on a ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour.

Locations visited:

  • Oliver Hill Train and Tunnel Tour - (Please note - The Train and Tunnel tour takes about 45 minutes and the distance is about 700 meters which includes climbing and then descending many uneven steps/stairs (240+) – equivalent to ascending and descending an 8 storey building. There is also a bush track on the way back up. Carrying of children is not permitted for safety reasons, except for small infants in baby carriers.

  • The Settlement

  • Jeannie’s Lookout

  • Wadjemup Lighthouse

  • Mabel Cove

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Approx. 30km
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Departs: Settlement Railway Station

11:30am

Finishes:

3:15pm (approx)

Lunch Included

38 people


Coach, Train, Ferry (optional)

From
$119.00 AUD

Visit spectacular Rottnest Island, the “Emerald Isle in a Sea of Sapphire”, only 19 kilometres off the mainland coast. Join the most comprehensive guided tour of the island allowing you to explore the stunning beauty of this A-Class natural reserve in air-conditioned comfort, taking in the amazing fauna and flora of the island, stunning beaches, woodlands and incredible salt lakes – commencing with a unique historic train ride.

This 4-hour all-inclusive island tour takes in all of Rottnest’s must-see locations featuring the Wadjemup Lighthouse, Jeannies Lookout, Oliver Hill Gun Fortification and Tunnels and the majestic look-out point at Mabel Cove.

All major habitats are covered on this amazing tour, including Rottnest’s cultural and historical heritage ranging from maritime and military history right up to future developments. Finish the day by exploring the island settlement or enjoy a drink at the Hotel Rottnest Pub.

Please note - The Oliver Hill Guns and Tunnels part of the Grand Island Tour is a physically demanding 45-minute tour with approximately 700 metres walking and 240+ uneven steps (equivalent to a 8-storey climb).  There are no rest stops and no backtracking once inside.

No carrying of children is permitted except for small infants in baby carriers (which allow the accompanying adult to have both hands free for the railings in the tunnels).   Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

The tour takes place in enclosed tunnels  - please watch for low ceilings, uneven surfaces and other trip hazards - and follow guide instructions at all times. 

Due to the impact of the Middle Eastern conflict on fuel prices, we have been forced to put a temporary fuel surcharge in place of an additional $1.00 per person.  This currently applies to our Rottnest island services only and will help combat the rising costs involved with purchasing and delivering fuel to this offshore location.  This surcharge will be applied to your online cart upon booking.

Below prices are valid from 1 April 2026 until 31 March 2027:

Purchase the Grand Island Tour (GIT) separately (excludes ferry costs):

  • Adult $119.00

  • Concession $109.00

  • Youth (13-16) $109.00

  • Child (4-12) $74.00

Depart ex Hillarys with Rottnest Fast Ferries (RFF-DR-GIT)

  • Adult $199.00

  • Concession $189.00

  • Youth (13-16) $179.00

  • Child (4-12) $125.00

Due to the impact of the Middle Eastern conflict on fuel prices, we have been forced to put a temporary fuel surcharge in place of an additional $1.00 per person.  This currently applies to our Rottnest island services only and will help combat the rising costs involved with purchasing and delivering fuel to this offshore location.  This surcharge will be applied to your online cart upon booking.

PLEASE NOTE: All bookings will be pending confirmation as this is a Third Party Product. Reconfirmation of availability will be provided within 24hrs of booking. 

Prices subject to change due to government landing fee and operator price increases. Please advise of any dietary requirements.

Please note for this tour we recommend that passengers have a reasonable level of fitness to make the most of the experiences on offer the tunnel component of the tour involves a lot of steps. All bookings will be pending confirmation as this is a Third Party Product. Reconfirmation of availability will be provided within 24hrs of booking.