Rottnest Island skydiving

It is possible to do a skydive on Rottnest Island on a day trip from Perth. Skydive Geronimo offers tandem skydives from the Rottnest Island airstrip, landing on one of the Indian Ocean beaches.

There are dozens of skydive sites across Australia, but there’s something extra special about landing on a beach. That’s what’s on offer should you choose to do your skydive on Rottnest Island in Western Australia.

Beach on Rottnest Island near Perth — Landing on a white sand beach is one of the main attractions of doing a skydive on Rottnest Island. Photo by David Whitley/ Australia Travel Questions

Car-free (but Segway-friendly) Rottnest Island is the best day trip from Perth. It is best known for its glorious Indian Ocean beaches and cute quokkas. But the quokka island also offers up a wealth of tours and activities. These include Skydive Geronimo’s tandem skydives, which leave from the Rottnest Island airstrip.

These skydives involve being strapped to an experienced skydiver, going up in a small plane, then jumping out high above the island.

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✅ See the Rottnest Island quokkas the smart way – with a ferry and bike package.
✅ Be amazed by the abundant wildlife – on a dolphin, penguin and sealion cruise.
✅ See clear night skies in a moon-like desert – on a Pinnacles stargazing experience.
✅ Indulge in chocolate, cheese & premium wines – on a Swan Valley food and wine tour.
✅ See the city sunset from the water – on a Swan River dinner cruise.
✅ Watch gold being melted and poured – on a Perth Mint gold tour.
✅ Combine nature with imperious city views – on Kings Park Segway tour.
✅ Face your fears and get the thrill of your life on a – on a 15,000ft skydive.
✅ Find all the best hidden hangouts – on a small bar and street art tour.

Rottnest Island skydive in numbers

It’s a 20 minute scenic flight climb to jump altitude, which gives tremendous views of the island and the mainland. Then, once out of the plane, it’s 200km/h freefall for up to 66 seconds. The instructor then deploys the chute and you gently float back down to earth, landing on the beach. Prices start from $369 for those wanting to jump from 10,000ft, and go up to $499 for anyone wanting to take on the full 15,000ft. The higher you go, the more freefall time you get.

Rottnest Island skydiving landing spot

The landing spot depends on the weather and wind direction. The most frequently used is Bickley Bay beach, near the Kingstown Barracks area. The main alternative is Army Jetty beach on Thomson Bay. Salmon Bay beach is also used occasionally.

Skydive Geronimo also offers packages which bundle up the skydive on Rottnest Island and the ferry trip out from Fremantle. Cancellations are less likely in the summer months, when the Rottnest Island weather is pretty much rain-free.

Bookings should be made online in advance. It’s also possible to go camping on Rottnest Island.

8 Rottnest Island experiences best booked in advance

Ferry plus bike hire package. Or add a snorkel kit, too.
Short Settlement Segway tour or longer Fortress tour.
Island tour including train ride and lunch.
Sunset catamaran sailing cruise with champagne.
Oliver Hill train and tunnel tour.
Lakes and bays guided hike.
Tandem skydive.
Three hour boat tour to the best snorkelling spots.

Which Rottnest Island ferry?

When deciding which Rottnest Island ferry to book, remember that there are three departure points. The Sealink ferries depart earlier, the Rottnest Express ferries are the cheapest and the Rottnest Fast Ferries go from Perth’s northern suburbs where there’s free parking. For more information and booking, use the links below.

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Rottnest Island ferry transfer – with bike hire and snorkelling gear. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Pinnacles desert – with koalas 🐨 and sandboarding.
Wave Rock day tour – with wildflowers & Aboriginal culture.
Margaret River wineries experience 🍷 – with tastings, caves & Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse.
Full day Swan Valley wine tour 🍷– with lunch.