Perth Harbour Cruises: the 4 Worth Booking

1.Whale Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 127 reviews · from $49Our pick

Join Rottnest Fast Ferries at Hillarys Boat Harbour for a two-hour humpback whale cruise from September through November. You’ll watch from three viewing areas, hear live commentary from a certified marine biologist, and use the open-air deck for photos. Optional coach pickup is available from selected Perth hotels for the 9 AM cruise.

“Loved it! Saw so many whales and they came close to the boat. So worth the money!”

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2.Rottnest Island Roundtrip Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · from $65

Take a fast ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island for a self-guided day out. The crossing takes about 40 minutes, and you can spend the day swimming, cycling, riding the hop-on hop-off bus, visiting Wadjemup Lighthouse, or spotting quokkas. Several departures give you some flexibility, with a 4:30pm return ferry.

“It was a great to visit Rotto and see the Quokkas. As we are not physically active to hire bikes we choose the bus. The day we visited was not very warm but very wi dy.”

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3.Rottnest Island Fast Ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour Including Bike Hire

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · from $86

Take the approximately 45-minute fast ferry from Hillarys Boat Harbour to Rottnest Island, with a standard bike and helmet ready for you on arrival. Ride between 63 bays and beaches, visit Wadjemup Lighthouse, stop for a swim, and return on the scheduled ferry. Selected hotel pickup is available.

“Worked like a dream. Great day out. Would recommend bike hire. Quokkas are delightful. Good food and relaxing atmosphere.”

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4.2 Hour Whale-Watching Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 57 reviews · from $55

Cruise from Hillarys Boat Harbour during Western Australia’s humpback migration, usually from late August to November. A marine biologist provides live commentary while you search for whales and dolphins. Choose coach pickup from Perth or make your own way to the harbour. The cruise lasts two hours, with extra time for the harbour precinct.

“Our tour actually stayed out an extra half hour because there was a lot of whale activity. So nice they have that flexibility. Boat ride was a little rough, but expected. Once we were out and seeing activity they opened up the outside decks. TherRead more”

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