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Rottnest Express

1 Emma Place | Rous Head, Fremantle, Western Australia 6959, Australia
+61 1300 GO ROTTO (1300 467 688)
Ranked #7 of 17 attractions in Fremantle
4.0 of 5 stars 99 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Owner description: Rottnest Express has been serving the Island for 50 years now and knows it better than most. If you’re a visitor to Perth, Rottnest is the must see...... more » Owner description: Rottnest Express has been serving the Island for 50 years now and knows it better than most. If you’re a visitor to Perth, Rottnest is the must see destination and we’d love to take you there. If you’re a local and haven’t been to Rotto for a while — it’s time to rediscover Rotto — it’s easier than you think. « less
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surrey, UK
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

So I booked online, on thurs its 241 offers!! Normally about $90 per person just for the boat trip. (from Perth) Lovely day trip we had though, beautiful island, amzing beaches Dont worry about hiring bikes until you arrive there are plenty of places to do so. Buses on island run hourly and costs $30 per person for the day... More

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Americana, SP
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Imagine a place where you feel you are constantly dreaming, seeing landscapes, the sea and nature as you certainly had ever never imagined. This transport takes you to Rottnest Island, a place to visit and love! to dream about the whole rest of your life. More

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Perth wESTERN aUSTRALIA
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

A must do trip by boat from perth city(barrack.st jetty) to rottnest island.via fremantle.a usually day trip is asdvisable.. More

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Port Macquarie, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Attempted to buy tickets for party of 9 told better option to buy online and present at pier with receipt no. Spoke to numerous staff and told that would be my ticket. Had one member of party who was fearful of sea travel and wanted to travel in centre of boat at window. Waited in line early to ensure seats,... More

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Wales
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

I used rottenest express to commute for my 2 day break. Service fast, friendly and good value. The ride home was very entertaining as we watched 3 people that thought they had the best outdoor seating on the boat get absolutely drenched. It was thirty odd dollars each. More

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Sydney, Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We combined the ferry with bike rentals and had a great day at Rottnest Island. The price is excessive but there didn't seem to be another way to get there and I'm definitely glad we went. The ferry was comfortable. We did the round trip from Perth. The commentary on the Swan River was interesting but it's a pretty long... More

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Perth, Australia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

i spent more getting a family of five to rottnest and staying their for one night than i did going to bali .the place is buetyfull 2 days max though More

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Western Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

The trip was absolutely wonderful - there and back. You had a great view no matter where you sat. It was a bit rough coming back but you didn't really notice it on board. Recommend you do it. More

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Canberra, Australia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

My husband was concerned about the cost, so we took the cheapest option - return ferry from Perth via Fremantle with bikes and Subway for lunch. We had a top day, even when his bike had a puncture. It was quickly fixed and we were on our way. A quokka (marsupial rat) joined us for lunch. No, we did no... More

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Sydney, Australia
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

The trips themselves were fine - if not somewhat expensive. A family of 4 was $260 return for what is less than 1 hour on the ferry. And when you have your day planned around what you can do on the island and the ferry is late, that can greatly disrupt your day. But you are a captive audience so... More

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