About this tour
A 6–8 hour scuba and snorkel trip aboard a 68ft catamaran to Rottnest Island's reefs, 45 minutes from Fremantle. You'll make two dives or snorkel in limestone reef systems with soft corals and prolific fish life, with lunch and hot drinks included throughout the day. Suits certified divers and confident snorkellers who want a full-day boat experience without the rush of a shore-based operation.
Highlights
- Two dives or snorkel sessions in the same trip
- 68ft catamaran — spacious deck and onboard facilities
- Soft coral reefs and abundant fish life in protected waters
- Buffet lunch and unlimited hot beverages throughout the day
- All scuba gear provided; no need to bring your own
- 45-minute boat ride from Fremantle
- Rottnest Island marine levy included in price
What to expect
You'll board the catamaran in the morning and cruise to Rottnest Island's dive sites. The boat departs with morning tea and safety briefings, then you'll do your first dive or snorkel session. After surfacing and a break, a buffet lunch is served on deck with hot drinks available throughout. The afternoon brings a second dive or snorkel before the return journey to shore, with afternoon tea served as you head back.
The boat has restrooms and plenty of deck space. If you're a non-diver or prefer to skip water activities, you can stay aboard and relax. Certified divers receive standard briefings; a dedicated dive guide is not included but can be arranged for an extra fee.
What travellers say
- Two dives in one day without shore turnarounds
- All-inclusive meals and hot beverages on board
- Generous deck space on a purpose-built catamaran
- Close reef access with reliable coral and fish life
- Short travel time from Perth metro area
- Dedicated dive guide not included; costs extra if needed
- Rottnest Island landing levy charged separately
- Not suitable for pregnant women or unfit divers
- Early morning departure may require overnight stay nearby
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits certified scuba divers, confident snorkellers, and anyone who wants a relaxed full-day boat experience on calm reef waters. You'll need moderate fitness — the boat is stable, but getting in and out of the water requires reasonable mobility. Not recommended if you're pregnant or deemed unfit to dive by your healthcare provider. Practicals: all scuba equipment is provided. Dietary requirements for lunch must be notified 48 hours ahead. The Rottnest Island landing levy is not included — you only pay the marine waters levy. Infants can come (in prams or on laps) but diving and snorkelling are adult/older-child activities. Small group numbers aren't specified; peak times may affect boat capacity.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.