Rottnest island snorkel and sail

Snorkel Rottnest

An absolute ‘must-do’ when you visit Rottnest Island

Experience the magic and snorkel Rottnest Island by Luxury Sailing Catamaran.  Sail through stunningly beautiful bays then dive right in to a snorkeler’s paradise!
 
Anchored in one of the island’s top Rottnest snorkeling spots, “Capella” can get right in close to shore. This luxury catamaran is fitted with snorkel equipment and water toys for maximum fun on and under the water.  Be guided by expert marine crew through one of the islands famous snorkel trails. Discover up to 400 different species of fish, coral, shells and sea grass that lie in the waters of Rottnest Island. Keep an eye out for dolphins, stingrays, sea birds and the curious Australian Sea Lion. With a population of just 15,000 and found only on the WA coastline, these little guys are an absolute joy to watch.
 
To top off your snorkeling adventure, jump in one of the kayaks or SUP as you explore the waters from above, or simply kick back and relax on the large, spacious bows.  Rottnest Island has so much more to offer than just Quokka selfies – let us show you a perspective you won’t find staying on land.
 
Tour runs for approx. 2.5 – 3 hours (allow 3hrs). Requires a minimum swimming ability (see “Important Information” on this page”).  All marine life are wild animals – sightings vary from tour to tour and are never guaranteed.


  • Booking & Card Fees included (5%)
  • Drinking water onboard
  • Prescription Masks available (optional extra)
  • Light refreshments: fruit, coffee/tea
  • Quality Snorkel Gear (masks/fins)

IMPORTANT: This tour departs from Rottnest Island, not the mainland.

Guests will need to arrange their own transportation to/from the island. Fast Ferries are available from Fremantle, Perth and Hillaries. This takes approx. 30-40 minutes each way. Flights are also available.

We will pick you up from the “Fuel Jetty” which is located approx. 50m south of the main ferry terminal. An easy 10 minute walk. Please plan your arrival with plenty of time to spare in case of late or missed ferries. Further details of where to find us and a map will be sent to you in the booking confirmation and reminder email(s).

History Of Rottnest

The island with a thousand stories… The geographical history of Rottnest Island has been dominated by changes in sea level. These changes occurred either as sea water became trapped and released when ice sheets advanced and retreated, or as the land slowly rose and fell in response to changing stresses in the earth’s crust. It is believed that Rottnest Island was separated from the mainland 7,000 years ago. The sea level rose, cutting the Island off from the land mass, and it is now the largest in a chain of islands (which includes Garden and Carnac Islands) on the continental shelf opposite Perth. These islands all are formed of limestone rocks with a thin covering of sand. The limestone base of Rottnest Island has an effect on all life on the Island, including the types of plants which can grow on it, the species of animals which can feed upon the plants, and the extent to which humans can make use of the Island.

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