Perth's island of reefs and wrecks.
The dive
A short ferry from Perth: limestone reefs, swim-throughs and historic wrecks around a car-free island, with dives that suit new divers.
When to go
Summer's calmer mornings make November to April the best window; winter westerlies roughen the exposed coast.
Readiness
Open Water-level site — suits Open Water divers and up. Typical requirements:
Not sure you're ready? Read our readiness guide or check yourself in the planner.
Logistics
| Getting there | Ferry or dive boat from Perth. Ferry from Fremantle or Perth; dive boats also run direct from Perth marinas. |
|---|---|
| Where to stay | Island accommodation or day trip. Island accommodation, or a day trip from Perth. |
| Operator to look for | Reviewed Perth operators running Rottnest boat trips. |
Sources
Links checked 29 September 2026. They cover the site's location, protection status and background. Costs, difficulty and season windows are ScubaRogue's editorial estimates, so confirm them with your operator before you book. How we research
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