Fishing Spots Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island is a very popular fishing spot due to the abundance of marine wildlife

Fishing Spots Rottnest Island. Let our skipper take you to the best fishing spots Rottnest Island has to offer.

Some of Western Australia’s best known species of fish including dhufish, breaksea cod, pink snapper and samson fish inhabit the rocky reef areas. These reef fish are most often found in the moderately deep waters surrounding Rottnest Island. During spring and summer, however, some individuals move into shallower waters and are occasionally caught from shore.

Just a few kilometres off the West End of Rottnest Island, the continental shelf drops away rapidly to great depths and it is in this area that apex predators can be found.

Or simply relax in the stunning bays of Rottnest Island or spend the day surfing your favorite breaks. We can cater to most requests.

Big Island Charters can accommodate up to 30 people for a full day at Rottnest Island. we do a minimum of 6 hours but recommend 7.

Our vessel is fully equipped with all the necessary facilities for a comfortable day out on the water including - fully shaded rear deck, quality sound system, marine grade 6 burner BBQ, hot fresh water shower, toilet, 2 large eskies, and ample stowage to keep your belongings safe.

As Rottnest is an island there is always a selection of beautiful sheltered bays in the lee of any weather.

With access to the whole island we can create a day you will never forget!

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A bit about Rottnest Island

Rottnest Island is located 10 nautical miles west of Fremantle and boasts dozens of spectacular bays and coral covered reefs.

There is a multitude of activity’s to do on and around the island from surfing, diving, snorkeling, paddle boarding and cliff jumping to the more easy going like a round of golf on Rottnest’s 18 hole course, hiring bikes, Quokka selfies and generally just lapping up the 28 degree warmth offered by the many shallow water basking pools carved out of the reefs.

Rottnest Island is an A class reserve which has numerous marine species that are endemic to the island.

CAPACITY

Size: 53ft

Cruise speed: 14 knots (Rottnest in 30 – 40 min)

Rottnest Island and carnac island: 38 passengers

All amenities – BBQ and kitchen area, toilet, sound system with blue tooth and AUX, fresh hot water shower, day bed and reverse cycle aircon. We also have a large tender, 2 x Stand Up Paddle boards, 2 x large eskies and 5 sets of snorkel gear.

Catering and drinks packages available, please enquire

Things to do onboard Big Island Charters
Soak up the sun

Big Island Charters will have you kicking back with a drink while you soak up the sun on one of the many pristine beaches that surround Rottnest Island or floating around on our stand up paddle boards.

Explore the Island

Jump off our vessel straight into crystal clear blue waters to swim and interact with the inquisitive sea lions at one of the most densely populated colonies on the WA coast, as well as any one of the 30 pods of dolphins that frequent the sheltered bays around the islands or put on a snorkel and mask to check out any number of beautiful coral reefs that surround the island.

FISHING SPOTS ROTTNEST ISLAND
Surf all day

If you are more activity based then you can spend the whole day shooting between, arguably, the best surf breaks in Perth.

FISHING SPOTS ROTTNEST ISLAND

Departure Jetties

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