Can you swim at Rottnest Island?


Can you swim at Rottnest Island? Boasting 63 beaches and 20 bays, Rottnest Island is a beach-lovers' paradise. Whether you want to dive and snorkel, swim and surf, or relax and recharge, you'll be spoilt for choice with pure white sand beaches and clear blue waters at every turn.


Will I see a Quokka on Rottnest Island?

With around 10,000 quokkas on Rottnest Island, spotting one isn't a difficult feat. They live all around the island, so you won't have to walk far to capture one gazing up at you with a smile.


Can you drink Rottnest tap water?

The saline is filtered and pressurised at 6000 kpa which causes reverse osmosis, producing usable drinking water. Island businesses, visitor accommodation, and visitor amenities are all hydrated with this water, making Rottnest Island fully self-sustainable.


Can you drink alcohol on Rottnest Island?

The policies outlined below apply to everyone who visits the island.. Alcohol can only be consumed at licensed premises. Western Australian law prohibits drinking alcohol on beaches, jetties, streets, and all other areas. Visitors who disregard this will receive infringements or face eviction from the island.


Is Rottnest Island worth it?

Yes, Rottnest Island is definitely worth visiting in the winter. If you are hanging out for summer to book your trip, read these reasons why you shouldn't wait. We all love Rottnest Island in the summer. Nothing beats the island's turquoise waters on a hot summer's day.


Is 4 hours enough on Rottnest Island?

If you're planning a Rottnest Island day trip, it's advisable to spend at least six hours on Rottnest Island. This will give you time to get your bearings, explore beaches or other attractions and have some downtime at a cafe or pub before you return to Perth.


Are there predators on Rottnest Island?

On the Rottnest Island and Perth, some predators include large birds, foxes, and dingoes (Quokka et al., 2006). There are no known predators on the Bald Island; this also where the population of quokkas is the highest due to low predation.