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Bicycling at Rottnest Island
The best way to explore Rottnest Island is on two wheels. As cars are not allowed on the island, the next best way to explore the island would be bicycles. Pick up a bicycle and a guide document now and tour around the island and admire the beautiful landscape at your own leisure, be sure to visit the iconic Wadjemup Lighthouse or to the top of the Oliver Hill for an amazing view overlooking the island and the ocean. You can get hold of bike hires while you are booking your ferry ride with Rottnest Express, or you can hire bikes once you are on the island.
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The paradise island of WA, spiritual home of the quokka selfie.
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Quokka Selfies
You may have seen selfies of famous people such as Tennis legend Roger Federer and Australian actress Margot Robbie, with an incredibly adorable animal. This animal is the quokka, native only to Western Australia and particularly, Rottnest Island. In fact, Rottnest Island supports the largest population of this friendly photogenic creature. So don’t miss out the chance to see ‘the happiest animal on earth’ when you visit WA.
Skydiving at Rottnest Island
Skydiving may well be one of the most popular item on ‘bucket lists’, so where else would you want to engage in this adrenaline-inducing, thrilling activity if not the picturesque Rottnest Island? Rottnest Island may as well be one of the best skydiving location in WA! Go on a flight from the airstrip on the island and take the jump from the lofty height of 15,000 feet. You will be able to view the striking beaches and reefs from up top while free falling, possibly a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you.
The Basin
Rottnest Island is the perfect destination if you love water sports, with 63 stunning beaches and 20 bays to choose from, to your heart’s desire. One of the most popular among them is The Basin, a picturesque bay with striking clear turquoise water, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. There are also a huge range of water activities available around the island like surfing, diving, fishing and many more! Else, you can just chill at the pristine beaches or have a picnic with an amazing ocean view.