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Rottnest Island has 63 beaches with fine, white sand and 20 bays with crystal clear waters surrounded by protected coral reefs, which make them perfect for children to play, swim or snorkel! Our favourites for children are The Basin, Salmon Bay, Parakeet Bay and Pinky Beach. All are normally sheltered, and the water is calm and shallow for smaller children. It’s a good idea to chat with the team at Pedal and Flipper or Visitor Centre who can tell you which are the best for the day’s weather conditions.
If you want to relax whilst the kids burn off some energy, grab a coffee from one of the cafés in the Settlement and head over to one of the playgrounds. There are playgrounds at Thomson Bay, next to The Bakery in The Settlement, South Thomson Bay and at Geordie Bay. Or take the kids to the Family Fun Park where they can enjoy a round of mini golf, play giant chess, jump on the trampolines, or play some classic arcade games!
If you want some indoor fun, head to the Picture Hall to watch a movie! There’s also a candy bar serving fresh popcorn, homemade choc bombs and drinks.
During the summer months, Aquaplay Rottnest, is an absolute haven for thrill-seeking kids. You can hire sea-bikes, pedal-boards and stand-up paddle boards here so everyone can have some fun in the water.
Every school holidays the Island offers a range of activities and tours that get kids out exploring and learning about Rottnest’s natural environment and interesting history. The Rottnest Voluntary Guides activity programs are published online before the start of a new school break, so check out what’s on offer before planning your trip or sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date!
BOOK AHEAD
Book your ferry ticket online in advance to get the best rates. However, don’t worry if you’re taking a spontaneous trip, you can also buy your ticket on the day at the ferry terminal.
BIKE HIRE
If you want to explore the island by bicycle, we’d recommend booking in advance with Pedal & Flipper. Once you arrive at the island, you can head straight there and skip the queue to collect your bike!
EXPLORE BY BUS
If you don’t want to cycle and would prefer to learn about the island from the comfort of our bus, you can buy a ticket in advance for the Island Explorer Bus Service bus service. This bus circumnavigates the island giving you the freedom to hop on and off as you please. If you like the idea of cycling but don’t want to commit, try the bike and bus package from Pedal and Flipper. You can cycle as far as you like and once you’ve had enough, just leave your bike in one of the racks around the island and jump on the bus back to the Settlement!
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