Rottnest Island

For fun in the sun, check out Perth's fabulous Rottnest Island. Rottnest is a leisurely drive from Perth in Western Australia, and just thirty minutes in a ferry from Fremantle.

Taking a luxurious ferry to Rottnest is comfortable and convenient. It's easy to get to Rottnest Island by ferry because there is a range of departure times and pick-up spots.

The beaches in Perth are world-renowned, including the 63 beaches on Rottnest Island. There are great surfing spots and calmer waters for diving, snorkelling and fishing. With miles of secluded beach and coral-filled aquamarine waters it's easy to see why 500,000 visitors frequent Western Australia's Rottnest Island each year.

The weather at Rottnest island during peak holiday season is dry and hot. The climate is perfect for cooling off in the refreshing waters and snorkelling through reefs and schools of tropical fish.

Australia's favourite island holiday spot, Rottnest Island has a range of places to stay that would suit everybody's budget. The top-of-the-range accommodation is in resort-style hotels, but other inexpensive choices, such as camping and cabins, are also an option. Full details on accommodation bookings and maps of Rottnest Island and Perth can be obtained online.

To complete your Rottnest island vacation, refuel at one of the many island cafés or restaurants. Dining out at a "Rotto" restaurant is the chance to sample the seafood and fresh produce on Australia's Rottnest Island. The bakery is also great in Rottnest for an Aussie breakfast and meeting a fury quokka or two.