10 Free Things to do in Rottnest Island That You Shouldn't Miss

August 4, 2021 Milan Banda

Discover the best top things to do in Rottnest Island, Australia including Little Parakeet Bay, Geordie Bay, Parakeet Bay, The Basin, Bathurst Lighthouse, Rottnest Island Salt Lakes, Salmon Bay, Porpoise Bay, Fish Hook Bay, City of York Bay.
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1. Little Parakeet Bay

Bovell Way, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 5440 Australia http://www.rottnestisland.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Little Parakeet Bay

Reviewed By Retro92 - Sydney, Australia

As daytrippers we took the bus to see the seals, then caught the next bus back around to Little Parakeet Bay (the buses go clockwise). It's tiny. Well protected from prevailing winds. Sand is very good and the water safe and calm. As it is a little bit away from main beach, it is quieter and we had the beach to ourselves for a bit. You can then walk back through Goerdie's, the Basin and the lighthouse to main beach for the trip back. It's a few kms, but if you take it slow, it is very easy.

2. Geordie Bay

Temeraire Road, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia http://www.rottnestisland.com/about/rottnest-beaches
Excellent
55%
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33%
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7%
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3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 123 reviews

Geordie Bay

Reviewed By MargaretsForest - Margaret River, Australia

Fantastic location for a few night's stay. Close enough for access to facilities, but private enough to feel like you have the island to yourself. Great family style cabins too with plenty of privacy and a stunning view.

3. Parakeet Bay

Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia
Excellent
66%
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4.5 based on 119 reviews

Parakeet Bay

Reviewed By Granules2013 - Darwin, Australia

Made this our last last spot when cycling around Rottnest island. Spent the most time here after a long day of exploring. Good to spend some extended time on the nice beach, does get pretty popular sometimes but it's so nice. Great snorkeling and diving too at each end around the rocks.

4. The Basin

Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia
Excellent
72%
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4.5 based on 250 reviews

The Basin

Reviewed By B8388HElisam - Perth, Australia

Visited here twice as this place has a beautiful beach and clear blue water to snorkel also safe for families and novice swimmers

5. Bathurst Lighthouse

Macedon Avenue Near Pinky Beach, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia
Excellent
53%
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35%
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10%
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4.5 based on 80 reviews

Bathurst Lighthouse

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bathurst-Lighthouse/132141506821778 https://tinyurl.com/y7gwrefs

Reviewed By SarahWonganHills

Lots of photos can be taken here, great views, great lighting. Easy to walk to or catch a bus and hop off

6. Rottnest Island Salt Lakes

Geordie Bay Road, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia http://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-16/the-salt-lakes-of-rottnest-island,-by-jarrad-seng/8018084
Excellent
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4.5 based on 122 reviews

Rottnest Island Salt Lakes

Reviewed By 589franf

Took myself on Rottnest ferry after being picked up in Scarborough Bch by courtesy bus.Included coffee & muffin while waiting to board.Staff were very friendly & views of coastline stunning.Had a tour booked & after arriving headed off to get tour under way. Although the train was under repair we boarded a mini bus & with excellent commentary we toured part of the island.Stopped for a picnic lunch then back onto bus to other side of island which included lighthouse tour & war history tour of the big guns & tunnels which protected Fremantle in the war.Great people excellent history info & got some great photos.Back onto bus & saw dolphins sea lions birds & Whales off the coast with photo ops.Ending in town had time for a cold one at bar on water before boarding ferry for return trip & courtesy bus back.Excellent day out highly recommend tour????Tks will return.The quotas are everywhere & don’t mind posing for a selfie.

7. Salmon Bay

Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia
Excellent
77%
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4.5 based on 237 reviews

Salmon Bay

Reviewed By DavidLih - Melbourne, Australia

Stunning white sand beach with great snorkelling! Easily accessible via the Hop On and Hop Off bus or a short 20mins bike ride from town centre, which is part of the fun getting there!

8. Porpoise Bay

Parker Point Loop Road, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6161 Australia http://www.inspirock.com/australia/rottnest-island/porpoise-bay-a5122520361
Excellent
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Porpoise Bay

Reviewed By robbygc - Toronto, Canada

I went down the metal stairs and found myself on a beautiful beach. The bay was calm. I like the dunes. They were attractive. It had white sand. Quite different. I stood still here and enjoyed my environment. Wow! This is a must see!

9. Fish Hook Bay

Aitkens Way, Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia 6169 Australia
Excellent
65%
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Fish Hook Bay

Reviewed By KylieIsTravelling - Perth, Australia

Fish Hook Bay is the area on the south western tip of the island, to the east of West End Boardwalk and Cape Vlamingh (TripAdvisor currently has the incorrect location). This little bay has some fantastic scenery here and is well worth the walk along the boardwalk as well as the trails closer to the bay to get some great photos. Easily accessible by bus, bike or the walking trails on the south western end of the island.

10. City of York Bay

Fremantle, Rottnest Island, Western Australia Australia http://www.inspirock.com/australia/rottnest-island/city-of-york-bay-a6369298783
Excellent
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

City of York Bay

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