Rottnest. Loch Ness? No, Rottnest.

Rottnest Island

Perth Day 2: Island of Quokkas

Rottnest, named “Rotte nest by the Dutch sea captain Willem de Vlamingh in 1696, which means… wait for it… “rat’s nest”. Hey! So I am right about Island of Quokkas.

Now would be a good time to infatuate you with a cute quokka photo:

Baby quokka eating cracker
A passerby is well-equipped with crackers. Here is a baby quokka taking a bite.

This post is dedicated to AO & Haruka. AO, next time you go to Perth, you must visit this island! Haruka, see caption below.

Quokka looking for food in my bag.
But really, they do look like rats. Above: A quokka looking for food in my bag.

Cycling around the island

Sometimes I miss telling important information. Like, yes, I take the ferry to Rottnest Island. It is half-priced Tuesday (booked in advanced online), with Rottnest Express! I hire a bike with them too, but not snorkel ($60AUD includes bike hire). Cycling is plenty of excitement for me already. It feels so liberating, so fast. The island is very protected, no private or rental cars are allowed.

Rottnest Island waters, map, bike, and shoes off.
tldr: It is half-priced Tuesday, with Rottnest Express!

Rottnest is my favourite destination

Rottnest is my favourite destination in Australia so far. Even including the 2.5 weeks with the hooligans (which I will post about 2 months from now if I’m lucky), this solitary trip is one of a kind. It surpasses Wilson’s Prom, the Great Barrier Reef, Mornington Peninsula, and Bondi Beach. But Tasmania, will you impress me?

This is why:

Aqua waters
Yup. Haruka, the turquoise blue water is clear, up close too.
Yachts on turquoise water, and lighthouse.
Yachts and Lighthouse. The lighthouse on the hill is too steep for my laziness. Also, because I am pressed for time. Must. See. Everything.
Shark sign
Nope, no sign of sharks. Oh wait, yes, yes sign of shark.
Rock formation
Rock formation
Whale tail at Rottnest Island
A whale tail spotting!
West End, Cape Vlamingh
Cape Vlamingh
West End, Cape Vlamingh
Cape Vlamingh
West End, Cape Vlamingh, Rottnest Island
Curse-worthy views. Literally.
Selfie Time with Quokka
Selfie time! Inspired by Jamie.

I made a measly $3 donation to Wikipedia, since I quote off them frequently. If you like my posts, I’m sure Wiki will appreciate the temporary shuffling of monetary funds. By shuffling I mean we eventually earn the money back one way or another. Why not?

I hope you enjoyed Rottnest Island as much as I did. Peace!

2 thoughts on “Rottnest. Loch Ness? No, Rottnest.”

  1. Awww I love your photos of the Island especially of the quokkas! So cute! :”) Hahahaha I love your wit and humor :D Is it possible to swim in some parts of the Island? :) Tiff great shots! I cant help but stare and marvel at the pics, look at those crystal clear and turquoise water! :”3 I might go to Perth in April 2015 and definitely, I must go here! :”)

    1. Yes Alma,

      If you get a chance you should definitely go. You can go swimming there, but there are warning signs for sharks, so be wary. There’s snorkeling too, but I decided to cycle all around and take photos instead. Enjoy!

      Tiff

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