Rottnest Island Fast Ferry from Hillarys: Bike Hire Included

Rottnest Island by bike: 22km of roads, 63 bays, two lighthouses. All yours to explore.

A fast ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island with bike hire, helmet and map included in one ticket. Collect your bike at the jetty and cycle the island's network of roads to reach different bays, Wadjemup Lighthouse at the highest point, or West End. With over 22 kilometres of road and 63 beaches to choose from, you set the route and the pace.

The experience

Rottnest Island is built for cycling, and this package gets you there with a bike ready to go. Check in at Hillarys Boat Harbour, collect your boarding pass and equipment hire form, then head to the bike shed next door to get fitted out with your bike and helmet before boarding. The crew loads your bike onto the ferry, so you arrive at Rottnest with everything ready to ride: no time wasted on logistics once you hit the jetty.

The island opens up once you're on two wheels. Wadjemup Lighthouse sits at the highest point and is reachable by bike. West End is another destination riders head for. With 63 different bays and beaches scattered across the 22 kilometres of road, you choose which ones to visit and how long to stay at each. The map comes with your hire, so you know where you're going without needing to plan the route beforehand. Children aged four and up can ride their own bikes on the island. The activity suits anyone with a moderate level of fitness.

Ferry times vary by option: morning departures at 10:00am or early starts at 07:30, with hotel pickup available on selected services or a no-transfer option if you're driving to Hillarys yourself. The return ferry is timed to get you back to the harbour by late afternoon, so you have a full day on the island without rushing the last hour.

What’s included

• Use of bicycle.
• helmet.
• landing and facility fees.
• map of Rottnest Island.
• hotel pickup and drop-off on selected services.

Options for this experience

4 options

Departure at 07:30 - transfers not includedGuide in English · 07:30Board the 07:30 ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour. Guests are advised to be at our office around 06:45 to 07:00 to check in.

Departure at 10:00 - transfers not includedGuide in English · 10:00Board the 10:00 ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour. Guests are advised to reach our office by 09:00 to 09:15 for check-in.

Hotel transfers included - departure at 10.00amGuide in English · 10:00Pickup is included

Hotel transfers included - departure at 07:30amGuide in English · 07:30Pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 10:00

AgesAdult (17 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (13 to 16 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 80

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 16 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effort

Operated by Rottnest Fast Ferries

Is this one for you?Early departures at 07:30 give you more daylight hours on the island if you want to cover more ground. The 10:00am start suits a slower pace or a later morning at your hotel. Children aged four and up can ride their own bikes, so families with older kids can all cycle together rather than splitting up between activities.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 16 years); Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How much time do I actually have to cycle around Rottnest Island?

A full day on the island lets you cover multiple bays and beaches at a relaxed pace. The ferry departs Hillarys in the morning and returns in the late afternoon, giving you several hours to ride the 22 kilometres of road and pick which of the 63 bays you want to visit.

What is Wadjemup Lighthouse and can I reach it by bike?

Wadjemup Lighthouse is the highest point on Rottnest Island and sits at the end of a rideable route. Many cyclists make it a destination for the views across the island and the ocean.

Do I need to be an experienced cyclist to do this?

You need at least a moderate level of fitness to cycle around the island. Children must be able to ride their own bike. Kids aged four and up are welcome on the activity.

What happens to my bike when the ferry arrives at Rottnest?

The crew unloads your bike at Rottnest jetty and has it ready for you to collect as you disembark. You pick it up and head off to explore. The same process happens in reverse when you return to Hillarys at the end of the day.

Can I book hotel pickup, or do I need to drive to Hillarys Boat Harbour myself?

Hotel pickup is included in the 10:00am and 07:30 departure options for selected hotels in the area. If your hotel is not on the pickup list, you can choose a no-transfer departure and drive to Hillarys Boat Harbour yourself.