Highlights
Rottnest Island Hop-on Hop-off Bus
Rottnest Island – WA’s most beautiful island is 19 kilometres off Perth’s coastline. Take advantage of the hop on hop off bus service to explore the island and experience pristine beaches, rugged coastlines and natural wildlife. The Island Explorer is NOT a tour, the bus driver does not provide commentary.
Upgrade your island experience and enjoy the beauty of Rottnest Island at your own pace with the hop-on, hop-off ‘Island Explorer’ bus. The Island Explorer is NOT a tour, the bus driver does not provide commentary.
A cheaper and faster alternative to cycling, the Island Explorer is a flexible way to explore the island. Hop on and off at any location throughout the day. As a hop-on, hop-off service a seat is not always guaranteed and you may need to stand.
Please note: During peak periods, the bus might be full and you may have to wait for the next bus.
Click here to see the Island Explorer timetable.
Please note prams, beach trolleys and fishing rods must all be folded to travel on the bus. We do not allow any bicycles, bike trailers (including ones used to push children) or any bulky items that do not fold on to the bus.
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stops
| Stop Number | Location | Perfect For... | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Main Bus Stop | Ferry departure point, Cafe and restuarants | |
| 2. | Kingstown Barracks Bus Shelter | Barracks accommodation | |
| 3. | Henreitta Rocks | Snorkelling | |
| 4. | Porpoise Bay | Fishing | |
| 5. | Parker Point | Snorkelling and fishing | |
| 6. | Little Salmon Bay | Snorkelling | |
| 7. | Salmon Bay | Swimming and surfing | |
| 8. | Wadjemup Lighthouse | Visiting Wadjemup Lighthouse | |
| 9. | Green Island | Swimming with a toilet block | |
| 10. | Strickland Bay | Surfing | |
| 11. | West End | Viewing Platform, beaches for snorkelling and surfing | |
| 12. | Roland Smith | ||
| 13. | Rocky Bay | ||
| 14. | Stark Bay | Surfing | |
| 15. | Ricey Beach | Swimming | |
| 16. | City of York | Swimming with a toilet block | |
| 17. | Little Armstrong Bay | Snorkelling | |
| 18. | Little Parakeet Bay | Snorkelling | |
| 19. | Geordie Bay | Swimming and restaurant |