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ROTTNEST – ROTTNEST FAST FERRIES – Rottnest Day Return including Grand Island Tour from Hillarys

  • Rottnest Island
  • Full-day Tours
  • Special Experience
  • Scenic Railway
  • Boat Tour
  • Natural Scenery

Overview

Departs: Settlement Railway Station   11:30am
Finishes: 3:15pm  (approx)

Max: 38 people

Overview

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 rugged West End with the long-nosed fur seal colony at Cathedral Rocks.

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 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. 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 (0-3) 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.

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 (0-3) is not permitted for safety reasons, except for small infants in baby carriers.
– The Settlement
– Jeannie’s Lookout
– Wadjemup Lighthouse
– The West End including the opportunity to view the seal colony at Cathedral Rocks. Seals are wild animals, and there is no guarantee that you will see one. If you do not see one, no refund or additional compensation will be provided.

Pick-up and drop-off services require confirmation; it is recommended to book at least 2 days in advance, otherwise confirmation may not be possible.

What’s included

Included

  • Same day return ferry transfers
  • Admission fee to Rottnest Island
  • 4-hour guided tour around the Island
  • Commentary provided on tour
  • Bus tour of the island with stops at key locations
  • Fuel Surcharge
  • Light Lunch

Not included

  • All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.

Ages

Adults are 17 years and older, teenagers are 13 to 16 years old (inclusive), and children are 4 to 12 years old (inclusive).

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Rottnest Fast Ferries may reassess at check-in or boarding, the classification of a passenger type (child, infant, student or concession). An increase in fare will be required where suitable identification cannot be provided.

How to use

After the booking is confirmed, we will send a confirmation to your email. On the day of tour, Please present this confrmation to the Rottnest Fast Ferries ticket counter in Hillarys to complete check-in. You will need to obtain a designated boarding pass to board the ferry and presenting this document will not allow you to board the ferry.

Pick-up and drop-off service:

If Hillarys Boat Harbour is selected, no pick-up and drop-off service is required. Guests must arrive at the departure point at least 30 minutes in advance. Marina address: Hillarys Boat Harbour, 86 Southside Dr, Hillarys WA 6025, Australia.

If other pick-up and drop-off points are selected, guests must arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes in advance. If the meeting point information differs from the hotel's, please check the actual pick-up and drop-off point and supplementary information, and look for shuttle vehicles with the "ROTTNEST FAST FREEIES" sign.

Pick-up and drop-off services require confirmation; it is recommended to book at least 2 days in advance, otherwise confirmation may not be possible.

Good to know

There are many attractions, and the stay time is short. If you mind, please do not place an order.

The West End including the opportunity to view the seal colony at Cathedral Rocks. Seals are wild animals, and there is no guarantee that you will see one. If you do not see one, no refund or additional compensation will be provided.

Due to maintenance of the train, a coach may be substituted for this part of the tour without notice

No carrying of children (0-3) 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).

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. 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.

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.

On Australian Pinnacle Tours we advise you to bring comfortable non-slip sturdy walking shoes, a hat, small water bottle, camera and a warm jumper/wind proof jacket.

Australia is a large country with weather conditions varying considerably from one region to another. You can expect high temperatures in the Summer (Dec-Feb) and lower temperatures at night and during the Australian winter (Jun-Aug), when conditions can change quickly. It is important to come prepared for all weather conditions and always adhere to your guide’s advice in extreme weather conditions.

Due to traffic restrictions, urban clearways, location of permitted coach stopping and waiting bays, it is not possible to pick up from all hotels, or even from the front of the actual hotel, and we apologise if your hotel is not included in our route.

Rottnest may look flat, but be prepared for some deceptive hills!

TOURS PRICES AND ITINERARY: ROTTNEST FAST FERRIES retains the right to alter itineraries, fares and may cancel tours in unforeseen circumstances. When conditions create a change of itinerary whilst on tour, we utilise our local knowledge and alternate itinerary plans, we do not offer refunds in these cases. If the tour fails to depart Hillarys, passengers will be refunded in full. All our tour prices are in Australian dollars.

On very rare occasions, tours may be cancelled (severe weather, road or park closures,insufficient numbers). Should this occur, you will be transferred to an alternative tour / date,or if this is not suitable, you will receive a full refund.

Disclaimer

After the product is successfully booked, we will send you a confirmation voucher. The main information about the reservation and the precautions for participation will be provided on the confirmation voucher. Please read it. If you do not have any feedback, we consider that you have read and know all the information on its confirmation.

As an intermediary agency, we are only responsible for making travel product reservations for tourists.

We recommend that tourists purchase travel insurance. Tourist product suppliers such as tourist attractions, hotels and transportation companies will be directly responsible for the quality, service and safety of travel products. We are not responsible for any safety issues with the products ordered.

In the event of an unexpected situation without insurance, we will only assist in handling it.

If the booking is forcibly cancelled due to the reasons of the travel product supplier, we will refund the full amount corresponding to the booking without additional compensation.

We will try our best to assist tourists to communicate and negotiate solutions with tourism product suppliers.

If your booking includes hotel accommodation, please note that check-in time at Australian hotels is generally 13:00-15:00. Specific check-in times vary by hotel, so please confirm your check-in time in advance. Early check-in is not recommended. If you need to check in early due to special circumstances, please note that early check-in fees may apply and must be negotiated and paid directly with the hotel.

We are not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of personal belongings during the tour. We reserve the right to modify or cancel the tour if conditions do not permit. An alternative will be provided if possible. It is the traveler's responsibility to ensure we have accurate information: airline and airport dates and times; correct travel dates with the correct codes; the traveler's age, etc. Please notify us immediately of any changes.

We are not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage, valuables, or personal belongings carried during the tour. We are not liable for any illness, injury, or death resulting from the deterioration of any traveler's health condition. By booking this tour, the traveler agrees to the policies outlined herein and accepts that all activities involve some risk, and the traveler will not hold our company, its employees, or subcontractors liable for any injury or loss suffered by the traveler or to the traveler's property. For your safety, when participating in indoor or outdoor activities with inherent risks (such as swimming, rafting, diving, skiing, ice skating, snow play, skydiving, etc.), please ensure you fully understand the weather conditions, your personal physical condition, and relevant announcements and advice from professional organizations before proceeding.

Visitors should pay attention to their physical condition. Those with heart disease, high blood pressure, colds, fever, or who are intoxicated should exercise caution when participating in activities or follow medical advice. If you feel unwell, please stop the activity immediately and seek assistance from on-site staff.

When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly adhere to the instructions provided by the venue or staff. Ensure you fully understand the associated risks (refer to venue announcements or the safety waiver required for signature for specific details), cooperate as required to implement appropriate safety precautions, and strictly refrain from engaging in any dangerous behaviors during the activity.

The wildlife sightseeing listed in the itinerary refers to wild animals. They move freely and are not under human control; seeing them is not guaranteed on every trip. No refunds or cancellations will be arranged for those who do not see wildlife.

No refunds will be issued for missed trips due to the visitor's own subjective reasons.

The tour duration is only an approximation. If the tour ends early, it may be due to weather conditions requiring an earlier conclusion.

Due to weather, traffic, and other reasons, we reserve the right to change the itinerary. The order of the itinerary may be adjusted; please refer to the actual itinerary.

No show: Ticket holders who 'no show' without prior cancellation or notification are not eligible for a refund.

Multi-day tours are all group tours for individual travelers. Driver and guide arrangements will be made according to the itinerary and travel conditions, and may change daily. Final departure and driver/guide information will be provided by the tour operator.

For products with airport transfers: Airport transfers are arranged uniformly and will not be based on different flight times. Thank you for your understanding.

Terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. By completing your booking, you agree to all the above terms and conditions.

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