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Rottnest Island (6161)
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Best Beaches near Rottnest Island
About the Suburb
Find 1 beaches near Rottnest Island, a car-free island 19km off Perth with crystal-clear bays and friendly quokkas. Cycle between The Basin, Salmon Bay, and dozens of secluded coves with some of the clearest water in Western Australia.
What Makes It Special
- •Quokkas - the world's happiest animal, found only here and in small WA mainland pockets
- •Crystal-clear bays - The Basin, Little Salmon Bay, and Parker Point are Caribbean-level clear
- •Car-free island - cycle between 63 beaches and coves on 24km of trails
Getting There
Ferry from Fremantle (B Shed, 25 min - fastest), Perth (Barrack St Jetty, 90 min), or Hillarys (45 min). Bike hire on the island. Book ferry and accommodation months in advance for peak season.
Best Time to Visit
October to April for swimming and snorkelling. March for warm water and fewer crowds. Book ferries well in advance for summer weekends and school holidays. Avoid December–January if you dislike crowds.