Luxe Island Seafood Cruise

Rottnest’s deluxe dining experience on the water

This authentic Western Australian experience by Rottnest Cruises is a showcase of Rottnest Island’s unique character, exquisite local cuisine, fishing heritage and turquoise waters – all in one deluxe experience, the only one of its kind. Our cruise feels just like a relaxed, private dinner party. As our guest, you are treated as a friend in our house. Add to this a touch of adventure… and a deluxe boat. Welcome on board our Luxe Island Seafood Cruise!

You’ll be served an exquisite 7-course menu of absolutely premium, sustainable W.A seafood and fresh local ingredients, prepared by a private onboard chef. Take in stunning views as you sip on complimentary premium beverages, enjoyed with your food as you cruise. Live the Rotto life with a swim off the boat, or laze on board in a pristine bay. We are proud to operate in the waters of one of the world’s most beautiful islands. Here, we give you a hands-on experience of fishing for one of Australia’s most delicious and sustainable seafoods – Western Rock Lobsters. Learn about these amazing creatures in what is one of the best lobster fishing grounds in the world.

Your Luxe Experience

The tour commences with welcome cocktails and extensive grazing platter on arrival. Enjoy the first 3 courses as you breathe in fresh Island air, while relaxing on one of 3 decks. Join in the excitement of lobster fishing, before we anchor close to shore. Expect to be mesmerised by Rottnest’s iconic turquoise waters from the most breathtaking vantage point there is, floating on water.

Nestled in a beautiful bay, you can choose to swim in our designated swim area or float off one of our mats, as we pass you your lunch! Then, it’s seated white tablecloth dining for main courses. Luxe Island Seafood Cruise – the only one of its kind in Australia. Catch, wine, dine and savour the beautiful flavours from this world-renowned location.

Inclusions

Our Luxe Island Seafood Cruise is an all-inclusive experience, unique to Rottnest Cruises. Your package includes:

• Island cruising on board our purpose-built premium charter boat, The Crusader III. Features a large open lower deck, an upper viewing deck, front sun lounge and spacious interior cabin with full kitchen facilities.
• Small group experience, with a maximum of 30 guests on a boat built for 46 passengers.
• Fun and interactive fishing for our fresh Rottnest lobster lunch, with the help of experienced crew, at some of 12 pot locations. See how many lobsters you can haul in. Learn about these animals, which are fished completely sustainably.
• Private chef on deck, with live action of a fresh seafood barbecue / open kitchen.
• Enjoy a 7-course superb quality, local, sustainable seafood lunch, showcasing our pristine ocean’s produce, including fresh-caught lobster delicacies. For more on our seafood provenance, head to our website.
• Relaxed, stylish dining with a combination of cocktail-style service and seated, long-table dining with white linen tablecloths.
• Welcome cocktail, then complimentary beverages, including your house made cocktails, premium still and sparkling Howard Park Margaret River wines, plus local and imported beers and soft drinks. Note that while we offer complimentary drinks, these are ancillary to the tour and subject to reasonable service of alcohol. We reserve the right to refuse service or offboard guests if they risk becoming intoxicated.
• Expert commentary and guidance by Rottnest Cruises’ experienced crew.
• Opportunity to relax on board and enjoy breathtaking coastal scenery while anchored in a glorious, iconic turquoise bay.
• Enjoy a dip in the turquoise waters off the boat, or relax on one of our float mats while your canapes are floated out to you!
• Picture-perfect vista and photo opportunities of Western Australia’s iconic Island from our front sundeck.

Dietary Requirements

With advance notice, we can cater for gluten-free, dairy-free and non-seafood diets – please advise us of special dietary requirements in the notes section of your booking, to ensure you receive our Alternative Menu.

We regretfully cannot take bookings from guests with food related anaphylactic allergies, as we have a small galley and cannot guarantee an allergen free environment.

At least 72 hours’ notice is required for any special dietary requirements.

Please be aware, as we are a boat with limited cooking facilities, we cannot vary the menu a great deal.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All guests must be able to manage an angled boarding ramp with handrails, ladder style staircase with handrails to access the upper deck, and a narrow walkway with guardrails to access the bow. As the vessel is on open ocean, guests must be able to stay upright on moving water (we do not go out in unsafe conditions, but passing vessels can cause wake). If you have any people in your group with any special mobility requirements, please ensure this tour is suitable. For more accessibility information, please visit our accessibility page.

Cruise Departure Location

Fuel Jetty, Rottnest Island, Perth 6161.

Boarding Time

Boarding commences 15 minutes prior to departure at 11:15am. All cruises depart on time at 11:30am so please allow plenty of time to arrive for your cruise.

Getting to/from Rottnest

This package does not include transfers to/from Rottnest Island. You can book ferry tickets directly using the links below. Please note the latest departures times listed, so you can arrive on the Island in time to board our cruise at 11:15am.

FROM PERTH by Ferry
Please book to depart no later than 8:30am
Sealink

FROM FREMANTLE
Please book to depart no later than 10:30am
Sealink

FROM HILLARYS
Please book to depart no later than 10am
Rottnest Fast Ferries

Swimming Waiver

On arrival at anchorage you can enjoy a refreshing dip. To ensure our team can monitor everyone’s safety, guests must remain within the boundaries of the swim area designated by the crew, and only once allowed off the boat. You will be required to read and sign a swimming risk waiver.

Preparation

• Bring a print out of this booking confirmation or present it on your phone to board your cruise.
• Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sun protection – hat, sunglasses, etc.
• If you might suffer seasickness, please take medication as motion sickness can be very unpleasant and we are not allowed to give any medication other than herbal remedies.
• This is a seafood cruise and is best enjoyed as the menu is designed. Please contact us if you have any other dietary requirements.
• If you have food related anaphylaxis we regret we cannot safely cater for you owing to the small size of our galley.
• There is no dress code. Everyone’s a VIP, so wear whatever you feel comfortable in. However we ask you wear flat shoes as you are on the open ocean and we want you to move around the boat safely.

Access

The ‘Crusader III’ is NOT wheelchair or walking frame accessible.