Rottnest Island - Getting to Rottnest Island - Scarborough, Western Australia - WA

A visit to Perth isn't complete without a day trip to Rottnest Island.

Directly off the Perth coast, Rottnest Island is a favourite Perth getaway boasting pristine beaches, coral reefs and secluded bays perfect for snorkelling, diving and fishing.

Measuring just 11km long and 5km wide, Rottnest is the perfect size for hiring a bike and cycling around the island.

Getting to Rottnest Island is easy - just hop on a ferry departing from Hillarys Boat Harbour near Scarborough.

Make your way around Rottnest's pristine sandy white beaches before re-fuelling at one of the many cafes, restaurants, shops and bakeries dotted along the island.

Rotto, as the locals call it, is also very popular with surfers and body boards chasing the waves, as it boasts some of the best conditions in Western Australia.

Once used as an Aboriginal prison, Rottnest Island has a fascinating history and you will find many early colonial buildings and underground tunnels to explore.

» Click here for accommodation in Scarborough, the perfect launch pad for a trip to Rottnest Island.