SoBaycruiser Posted January 26 #1 Share Posted January 26 We will be on a cruise that ends in Freemantle with an overnight before we disembark. We would like to go to Rottnest Island for the day. The problem is that I am still recovering from a torn tendon in my ankle. I have worked hard with PT to get up to walking about 2 km but not much more than that. I can’t ride bikes nor snorkel with fins. When I look at options for the visit, I am a bit overwhelmed. Can anyone suggest a plan for the day that would be a nice lazy visit that wouldn’t require too much walking. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerfectlyPerth Posted January 27 #2 Share Posted January 27 4 hours ago, SoBaycruiser said: We will be on a cruise that ends in Freemantle with an overnight before we disembark. We would like to go to Rottnest Island for the day. The problem is that I am still recovering from a torn tendon in my ankle. I have worked hard with PT to get up to walking about 2 km but not much more than that. I can’t ride bikes nor snorkel with fins. When I look at options for the visit, I am a bit overwhelmed. Can anyone suggest a plan for the day that would be a nice lazy visit that wouldn’t require too much walking. Thanks! There is info about accessibility options on the official Rottnest website that might get you started on ideas. https://www.rottnestisland.com/visit/accessibility Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoBaycruiser Posted January 27 Author #3 Share Posted January 27 13 hours ago, PerfectlyPerth said: There is info about accessibility options on the official Rottnest website that might get you started on ideas. https://www.rottnestisland.com/visit/accessibility Thank you for the link. The Hop On Hop Off bus might work for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jessandarnie Posted January 28 #4 Share Posted January 28 You won’t need to walk very far…there is a bus service that’s does a loop around the island, you can get off, go for a swim, get back on again at different stops. It will give you enough time to do this. Check the schedule on Rottnest Island webpage. Its a great way to see the sights all around the island, no need to get off of you don’t want to. the village of Rottnest is all within short walking distance, e.g, ferry to hotel, to supermarket to bakery, less than 10 minutes walk. it is a great day trip from Perth city (or from Fremantle) The good part of getting the ferry from Perth, you cruise all the way down the Swan River, very scenic cruising…then thru the port of Fremantle to cruise to Rottnest. you won’t be disappointed but you will if you do not go. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumbeat16 Posted January 30 #5 Share Posted January 30 Rottnest Island is definitely worth a visit even if it's just to see the quokkas. The buses are a very good option, my days of cycling on Rottnest are over 😀. Enjoy your visit when you get there 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kristelle Posted February 3 #6 Share Posted February 3 there is also a little open sided train that goes to the historical war site, includes an optional guided tour which was very good. You would have to be able to cope with a few stairs going underground though https://www.rottnestisland.com/see-do/culture-history/captain-hussey-historical-train-tour?tab=see-do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoBaycruiser Posted February 4 Author #7 Share Posted February 4 8 hours ago, Kristelle said: there is also a little open sided train that goes to the historical war site, includes an optional guided tour which was very good. You would have to be able to cope with a few stairs going underground though https://www.rottnestisland.com/see-do/culture-history/captain-hussey-historical-train-tour?tab=see-do Thanks! Sounds interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary loves to travel Posted February 20 #8 Share Posted February 20 We're looking at doing Rottnest Island while we are in Freemantle for the day. We'll be docked from 7am - 5pm. While we could possible catch the 7:30am ferry, the 9 am is more realistic, putting us on the island at 9:30 am. We'd need to be on the 2:30pm returning to Freemantle at 3 pm. (the next return is 4pm, arriving in Freemantle at 4:30 pm.... with an all-aboard at 4:30 that's cutting it a little to close for comfort!). So, my question: we'd have about 5 hours on the island, 9:30am - 2:30 pm. Is that enough to enjoy it, or would we be better off doing something in Freemantle or Perth? Thanks, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumbeat16 Posted February 21 #9 Share Posted February 21 8 hours ago, Mary loves to travel said: We're looking at doing Rottnest Island while we are in Freemantle for the day. We'll be docked from 7am - 5pm. While we could possible catch the 7:30am ferry, the 9 am is more realistic, putting us on the island at 9:30 am. We'd need to be on the 2:30pm returning to Freemantle at 3 pm. (the next return is 4pm, arriving in Freemantle at 4:30 pm.... with an all-aboard at 4:30 that's cutting it a little to close for comfort!). So, my question: we'd have about 5 hours on the island, 9:30am - 2:30 pm. Is that enough to enjoy it, or would we be better off doing something in Freemantle or Perth? Thanks, Mary What time of year will it be Mary, I'm guessing during warm weather? I think 5 hours would be OK but you need to decide if the cost of the ferry is worth it to you. Another option could be a scenic cruise between Fremantle (not Freemantle) and Perth but you might want to spend some time on land 🙂. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary loves to travel Posted February 21 #10 Share Posted February 21 7 hours ago, Drumbeat16 said: What time of year will it be Mary, I'm guessing during warm weather? I think 5 hours would be OK but you need to decide if the cost of the ferry is worth it to you. Another option could be a scenic cruise between Fremantle (not Freemantle) and Perth but you might want to spend some time on land 🙂. Thank you for this advice - definitely something to consider. And thanks also for catching my spelling error; I’m usually pretty good about getting names right, but not this time 😊 So I’ve been pronouncing Fremantle the way I spelled it, FREE-mantle. What’s the proper way to say it? Best, Mary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
possum52 Posted February 21 #11 Share Posted February 21 7 hours ago, Mary loves to travel said: Thank you for this advice - definitely something to consider. And thanks also for catching my spelling error; I’m usually pretty good about getting names right, but not this time 😊 So I’ve been pronouncing Fremantle the way I spelled it, FREE-mantle. What’s the proper way to say it? Best, Mary Freemantle is the correct way to pronounce it but there is no emphasis on the free. It is not said as Free Mantle. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Kristelle Posted February 21 #12 Share Posted February 21 If you decide to stay in Fremantle, one suggestion would be to see Fremantle prison - old prison, now historical site, from convict era. Several guided tours. Underground tunnels one was really good. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatleman Posted February 21 #13 Share Posted February 21 You will fit right in if you call it "Freeo" like the bulk of us Aussies. Great city,if you get the time the Little Creatures Brewery is a great place for a meal and an ale😋 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerfectlyPerth Posted February 21 #14 Share Posted February 21 1 hour ago, possum52 said: Freemantle is the correct way to pronounce it but there is no emphasis on the free. It is not said as Free Mantle. Lol no - former WA local here - it's actually pronounced "fruh"mantle !! Freo (freeoh) for short. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseaholic78 Posted June 9 #15 Share Posted June 9 On 2/21/2024 at 10:43 PM, Kristelle said: If you decide to stay in Fremantle, one suggestion would be to see Fremantle prison - old prison, now historical site, from convict era. We were there last year and had already visited Rottnest, we took a guided tour round the prison. It was very interesting and definitely worth a visit, nearly opposite was a farmers market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
konatyme Posted July 3 #16 Share Posted July 3 We had planned (and purchased tickets) for the Rottnest Island ferry round-trip from Freemantle. However, we just received a schedule change from the ferry company. They are leaving Rottnest an hour later, which will be cutting it much to close for us as far as boarding time on our ship. I guess we'll be checking with the ferry company about a refund. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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