Highlights

Rottnest Island Hop-on Hop-off Bus

Discover the beauty of Rottnest Island with the flexible hop-on, hop-off Island Explorer bus.
Explore pristine beaches, rugged coastlines, and unique wildlife at your own pace.
Please note: The Island Explorer is a transport service only — no commentary is provided by the driver.

PLEASE NOTE:

Tickets are not available for purchase online after 10:00am on the day of travel and need to be purchased on the Island.

Approx. ∞km

Departs: Rottnest Island
Daily, various times
19 Stops

Finishes: Rottnest Island

N/A

6-27 people

Bus

From
$30 AUD

Upgrade Your Rottnest Adventure with the Island Explorer Bus

Take in the beauty of Rottnest Island at your own pace with the flexible hop-on, hop-off Island Explorer shuttle bus.
Please note: This is a transport service only — drivers do not provide commentary.

A faster and more affordable alternative to cycling, the Island Explorer lets you hop on and off at any stop throughout the day. As a casual shuttle service, seats are not always guaranteed and standing may sometimes be required.

Please note: During peak periods, the bus might be full and you may have to wait for the next bus.

Click here to see the Island Explorer timetable.

Please note: Passengers travelling with prams and beach trolleys will need to fold/collapse them when boarding the Island Explorer service.

      Hop-on Hop-off Bus Stops
      
               Stop Number 
                 Location 
              Perfect For...
                
              1.
                Main Bus Stop
              Ferry departure point, Cafe and restuarants
            
              2.
              Kingstown Barracks Bus Shelter
              Barracks accommodation
            
            3.
            Henreitta Rocks
            Snorkelling
          
            4.
            Porpoise Bay
            Fishing
          
          5.
          Parker Point
            Snorkelling and fishing
            
            6.
            Little Salmon Bay
            Snorkelling
          
            7.
            Salmon Bay
            Swimming and surfing
          
            8.
            Wadjemup Lighthouse
            Visiting Wadjemup Lighthouse
          
            9.
            Green Island
            Swimming with a toilet block
          
            10.
            Strickland Bay
            Surfing
          
            11.
            West End
            Viewing Platform, beaches for snorkelling and surfing
          
            12.
            Roland Smith
            
            13.
            Rocky Bay
            
            14.
            Stark Bay
            Surfing
          
            15.
            Ricey Beach
            Swimming
          
            16.
            City of York
            Swimming with a toilet block
          
            17.
            Little Armstrong Bay
            Snorkelling
          
            18.
            Little Parakeet Bay
            Snorkelling
          
            19.
            Geordie Bay
            Swimming and restaurant

Below prices are valid from 26/12/2023 - 31/03/2025

Adult $30
Concession $22
Child $22

The Island Explorer accepts the Companion Card. Cardholders present their card when booking or purchasing a ticket and we will recognise the Companion Card and issue the cardholder with a second ticket for their companion at no charge.

Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring a hat and your camera, we also recommend bringing sunscreen. This service departs from Rottnest Island and ferry transport is not included in the itinerary.

Please note Quokka Coaches bus service is categorised as an Essential Service and thus except from physical distancing protocol although Quokka Coaches may limit the Island Explorer to seated capacity only at any time and at our own discretion.