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Rottnest Snorkel

These underwater experts will take you to the top sheltered snorkelling sites around Wadjemup / Rottnest Island.

Step on board Rottnest Snorkel's 17 m flybridge and begin your guided experience of the island’s underwater playgrounds.

This 3-hour tour begins with island insights as you cruise the shallow bays on the way to your first snorkelling site. Once you arrive, plunge into the pristine waters confidently with experienced snorkelling guides close by.

Beneath the surface lies a world waiting to be explored. The waters surrounding Wadjemup are home to more than 400 species of fish, including 135 species of tropical fish, 20 types of coral and multiple shipwrecks. In between snorkelling sessions, enjoy complimentary light refreshments on the deck.

Rottnest Snorkel Tours depart daily from the Fuel Jetty in Thomson Bay. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure to collect any rental gear and get ready for your underwater adventure.

These guided snorkel tours are suitable for all skill levels and welcome those aged 6 years and over. While no prior snorkelling experience is required, you must be able to swim and be capable of climbing back onto the boat via a ladder. Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and flotation aids are available for those who need a little extra support in the water.

Look out for

400+ species of fish

Complimentary refreshments

Expert guides

Shipwreck sites

Where to find Rottnest Snorkel

Rottnest Snorkel tours depart from the Fuel Jetty in Thomson Bay, next to the main jetty. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour departs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wadjemup generally has warmer water temperatures due to the Leeuwin Current.

Temperatures range from an average of 23°C in summer to 19°C in winter.

Wetsuits are not mandatory but are recommended to help you stay warm, buoyant and protected from the sun.

Rental suits available are long sleeve and knee length in sizes from X-Small to XX-Large.

On the day of your tour, the captain will take you to the site that best suits the day’s weather conditions. All of the island’s sites are shallow and sheltered.

Rottnest Snorkel’s in-water guides are there to help anyone new to snorkelling. 

As long as you can swim and feel comfortable in the water, you’re welcome to join.

In the water you can expect no more than 10 people with each snorkel guide.

As long as there is tour availability, you can book right up until the departure time.