Dive beneath Rottnest Island’s turquoise waves with Boutique Cruises on a private charter adventure. Encounter limestone reefs, caves, and vibrant marine life, all paired with personalized service and local expertise.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good physical shape, comfortable swimming and able to handle multiple dives.
Wildlife
History
Rottnest Island was once a penal colony for Aboriginal people and today is a protected nature reserve.
Conservation
Boutique Cruises follows strict guidelines to minimize environmental impact and supports reef preservation efforts.
Boutique Cruises
Dive beneath Rottnest Island’s turquoise waves with Boutique Cruises on a private charter adventure. Encounter limestone reefs, caves, and vibrant marine life, all paired with personalized service and local expertise.
Boutique Cruises is a Fremantle-based operator offering private charters and PADI scuba courses departing from Fremantle, Western Australia. The company runs a range of experiences including Bali and Nusa Penida 4-night diving trips, PADI courses (Premium Open Water, Standard Open Water, Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Divemaster, Deep Dive Specialty), Rottnest Island dive trips, refresher courses, and monthly Women Dive Morning events.
Private charters operate on two vessels—Linni and Moonshine 2—and visit destinations such as Carnac Island, Garden Islands, Rottnest Island and the Swan River. Charters include snorkeling, sea lion viewing, crew-prepared BBQs and customizable itineraries to suit groups. Rottnest Island dive trips feature personalized dive sites, limestone reefs with caves and swim-throughs, a hot shower and lunch onboard.
Bali and Nusa Penida trips focus on diving and snorkeling at sites such as Manta Point, targeting sightings of mantas and Mola Mola, and include luxurious accommodations and experienced guidance. PADI courses emphasize small group sizes, personalized instruction, pool sessions, and both shore and boat dives; the Premium and Standard Open Water courses include dives at Rottnest Island. The Women Dive Morning runs on the first Saturday of each month from October to June and includes breakfast and limited gear availability.
All training follows PADI standards and aims to build diver confidence for independent diving. With a focus on safety, varied course options, private charter flexibility, and convenient departures from Fremantle, Boutique Cruises provides accessible diving and island experiences for both new and experienced divers.
Location
Fremantle, WA
Departure point for all trips
Tours Offered
16
Diving, courses, and charters
PADI Courses
Open Water to Divemaster
Certified course progression
Private Vessels
Linni & Moonshine 2
Custom charters with BBQ
Secure spots on small-group PADI courses, private charters to Carnac and Rottnest, or the Bali & Nusa Penida diving trip — availability limited, book early.
Verify Your Certification
Ensure you have a current diving certification and have dived within the last 12 months to participate.
Arrive Early at East Street Jetty
Plan to arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in and a safety briefing.
Bring a Towel and Swimwear
Pack swimwear for under your wetsuit and a towel for use after diving and showers onboard.
Check Weather Conditions
Sea state can affect dive sites; Boutique Cruises adjusts plans accordingly for safety.
Wetsuit (3-5mm)
Provides thermal protection and comfort in varying water temperatures.
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Mask and Snorkel
Essential for underwater visibility and surface breathing between dives.
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Dive Computer
Helps track depth, time, and decompression limits for safer diving.
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Underwater Camera
Capture vivid reefscapes and marine life during the dive.
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