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Swan River Seaplanes Triumphs with State Gold and National Silver Awards

5 April 2024

Swan River Seaplanes was honored with the prestigious Gold Award in the Tour and Transport category at the WA Perth Airport Tourism Awards in November 2023. This accolade is a testament to our dedication to providing unparalleled aerial tours across Perth, Wadjemup / Rottnest Island, and the Margaret River Region, departing directly from the heart…

New Tour – Ultimate Pink Lake and Abrolhos Islands Seaplane Adventure

13 September 2023

Imagine a day filled with the breathtaking sights of Western Australia’s natural wonders, from the remote Abrolhos Islands to the vibrant Pink Lake, all seamlessly combined with aerial views of The Pinnacles and Wadjemup / Rottnest Island. Until now, experiencing these iconic destinations in a single day seemed impossible, but Swan River Seaplanes is…

Visit the Abrolhos Islands by Seaplane!

27 February 2023

At Swan River Seaplanes, we firmly believe that there’s no better way to explore the natural splendor of Western Australia than by taking to the skies. For those seeking an unforgettable destination that offers a unique and awe-inspiring experience, the Abrolhos Islands are truly hard to beat. Situated off the coast of Western Australia, this…

Swan River Seaplanes set to return to Margaret River

11 August 2022

After close to 3 years since the last Margaret River Day Tour, Swan River Seaplanes will once again showcase Western Australia’s premier wine region! From October the 26th 2022, Swan River Seaplanes is set to reintroduce a tour of Margaret River by seaplane, direct from Perth CBD with newly formed key partnerships. Owner/Director, Dean Kingi…

End of year function ideas

28 July 2022

As we approach August, the silly season looms and planning for the work Christmas event or end of year staff trip begins! When choosing what to do for your team, it is important to make it unforgettable and to ensure it is something unique and exciting… Taking off and landing on the Swan River…

How do I get to Wadjemup / Rottnest Island?

12 May 2022

Wadjemup / Rottnest Island is Western Australia’s premier holiday destination and a must do/must see location for everyone visiting Perth. Home to the world-famous Quokka, “Rotto” as the locals call it, takes pride in its staunch sustainability values which is the backbone of everything that the island stands for. Wadjemup / Rottnest Island is car-free,…

COVID-19 update on suspension of all tours

29 December 2020

Swan River Seaplanes closure has been extended until at least the end of the 2020-21 season due to Covid 19 preventing Tourists from enter Western Australia.

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Jamie Eifels

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Incredible! Well worth it! Smooth ride to and from the Island. Awesome views from above. Very respectful pilots (shout out to Josh and James). Also, shout out to Dean on the ground he made the introduction as smooth as possible.

Linda Cussen

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Absolutely loved this experience! Highly recommend when you visit Perth.

Christine Brumfitt

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What an absolutely phenomenal experience! We did a return flight to Rottnest Island with two small children and can not thank the team enough for an unforgettable time! Highly recommend!

Matt Dunjey

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Had a great timeFlight was on timeNever take the ferry again

Daniel Lewis

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Cornelius Scannell

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Dean and the team did a amazing jobLooked after us well was very knowledgeableThe flight is a experience to be had

James Morris

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James was great! Well looked after. Friendly and there was no bad seats! We had a great time!

Seth Carter

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Incredible way to get from Rottnest and get a good view of Perth on return. Felt safe the whole way across.

Gerhard Stoop

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Amazing experience- thank you for a great afternoon.

harriet cain

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Thank you so much for such a wonderful experience!! Staff were great, views were breathtaking and it was so nice to get home so quickly! Couldn’t recommend this experience enough 🤩

Lauren

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Got the opportunity to fly on the sea plane from Rottnest to Perth and it was an amazing experience! Staff were all really friendly and we got to see incredible views over the island and city before coming in for a smooth landing on the swan river. Such a unique way of travelling and would 100% recommend!

Steve Ross

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Why mess around for 90 minutes on a boat when you can get there in minutes and see Rottnest island and Perth from a totally different perspective.Great fun, another adventure and would definitely recommend it to anyone.It's the way to do it!James and Angela were excellent pilots and hosts too.

Madeline Turner

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What a great team, a spectacular view and fun trip! These guys were so great from start to finish, professional & informative yet also fun and ligh hearted 🥰 Couldn't recommend this experience enough

Theresa Sutherland

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A wonderful experience, start to finish! Highly recommend it.

David Edwards

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Flight was great - some information up front about parking, how to get from the airfield to the settlement and return arrangements would've been good.We were offered a return flight (rather than ferry) but bad weather prevented this. I asked which ferry we would be catching and this was going to be confirmed but never was. Ferry crew expected us to have tickets via QR code like everyone else but we didn't. They let us on anyway. Getting back to our car from the ferry in a rain storm was an experience.

Sylvia kennaird

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We’ve had THE most amazing day on our flight/long lunch on Rottnest! From when we arrived at the jetty in the morning and were greeted by a lovely man who handed us a glass of bubbly , until we landed back on the Swan River at the end of the day, we were looked after . The company is extremely professional as are their pilots and land crew. Our landings were exceptional. The whole experience was exhilarating to say the least! 😃

Stephen Doyle

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Alex Geels

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A great experience and flight. Very well organised with a professional team. Will do again.

James MacDonagh

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Good communicationKnowledgeable staff and pilotExciting and fun experience for me and my sonHighly recommended

Karen Firth

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We went on the Taste of Margaret River tour and it was fabulous!Champagne on arrival before setting off on the Swan River in a seaplane.......so much fun!!! We took in the city views then hugged the coast down to Busselton. Out of the window we could see whales and their calves from this perfect vantage point.Our Chauffeur service from Busselton to the Margaret River wineries was quick and scenic taking in the gorgeous forest.The distillery and wineries were the perfect choices and the lunch was delicious, making this an unmissable trip.Thanks so much to the wonderful staff and crew who helped make this the perfect day. Thoroughly recommend!!

Lynne Mulholland

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Amazing trip to Margaret River with Sawn River Seaplanes, thank you to Dean and our pilot Josh. Stunning scenery and amazing wine and food. Once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Katrina Lodge

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Fabulous flight. Friendly team. Highly recommend.

Peter Bishop

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Went t Rottnest Island and return today with this business. Fantastic flight and scenery. Saw lots of whales as a bonus. Very friendly and professional people. Thank you Dean and our great pilot Josh. Recommend this to add to the bucket list.

Beverley Trivett

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Dean and his team offer a first class experience, accommodating changes in schedule with no fuss.Thank you

Adam Levi Browne

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My partner and I shared the sip and scenic flight as a Sunday session surprise for her.The staff were super accommodating, friendly and everything went like clockwork.The flight itself is the best way to see Perth and down to Fremantle.You feel safe and excited.Can't wait for another flight to rottnest or down south one day!

Elizabeth Bell

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Thanks for a really enjoyable day guys - the whole operation was very professional, and we appreciated your help in getting mum on and off the plane without any dramas which we're very grateful for. Cheers Dean for navigating the temperamental weather and getting us back to Perth safely!

Sally Cleal

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My family enjoyed Swan River Seaplanes. Would highly recommend. Thank you.

Kevin

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Nikta

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Flew with Swan Valley Seaplanes to Rottnest and back today with my family. Was an amazing experience start to finish, the views are awesome, and the pilot and team were terriffic! View of Perth city on way home shown in the video. Highly recommended, we loved it😁

Nia Neika-Choyal

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We took the seaplane from Rottness back to Perth and it was an incredibly amazing flight experience with really gorgeous & breathtaking scenic views throughout the 20mins journey. Even if you fear the heights, this is a must-do at least once in your lifetime 🫶🏻

Jason Abreu

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What an experience! from leaving rottnest to flying into the swan river, the flight was really smooth and flew over all the popular landmarks. Swan river seaplanes made this flight very special for me and my partner, the jetty was the most picture perfect spot to pop the question after our flight, and she said yes!! I couldn’t recommend swan river seaplanes enough, thank you very much!! We will be back

Nev Scott

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I would just like to say thank you to the team for a superb experience, from the greeting and safety briefing through to the flight and the excellent pilot. This was worth every penny and I cannot recommend Swan River Seaplanes enough. Thank you. 👍🏻

Andrew O'Hehir

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Organised this last minute and couldn't be happier with the experience. Super fast and worth every dollar.

Marc Monzu

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Incredible and seamless experience. Highly recommended

Alan March

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Had a wonderful day and the flight made it even more special, staff and the pilot were amazing 👍

Justin Avins

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Excellent service and definitely recommend for something different. If you get the chance, sit next to the pilot.

Thomas Nielsen

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Swan River Seaplanes is the most incredible experience! We did the day tour to Rottnest and a fabulous tour of the city, coast and Rottnest in both directions. The plane is much more substantial that I originally thought, and safety was the #1 priority. I highly recommend it for a really fun experience, and a very quick trip to Rottnest and back!

Carl Mickels

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The trip was wonderful and the pilot, Callum, was a very a good ambassador for the company.

Karen Ridge

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What a fabulous way to travel from Perth to Rottnest Island! Avoid the waves and get amazing views by flying instead of taking the ferry. It was a highlight of my trip.

Tanya Franklin

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Fabulous experience flying back from Rottnest, the views were incredible, the pilot was fantastic, and the landing on the Swan River was so smooth I didn't even realize we were already down, highly recommended!

42smecke

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Fantastic Seaplane ride to Rottnest Island!Staff were lovely, especially the young man in the Queen Street kiosk!

Ryan Turner

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amazing experience. Liam was an excellent pilot. Thank you for flying us between Rottnest and Perth. I cant wait to head to Margaret River with you next time.

Shalia Govender

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Amazing experience! Would highly recommend. We travelled to Rottnest and the views were amazing! Especially taking off and landing on the Swan River. Dean and his team were super helpful and kind, would definitely do this again

Cindy Bakewell

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The only way to get across to Rottnest Is and down to the Margaret River Region. A very professional and safe operation not ot mention lots of fun.

Daniel Trevisiol

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Great day out for the long lunch. Highly recommend!

Anthony Jackson

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mahmood hussein

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My wife and I recently had the pleasure of flying with Swan River Seaplanes to the Margaret River wine region, and it was an experience we won't soon forget. Right from the start, the team made us feel valued and excited for our journey, with a seamless booking process and warm customer service.The flight itself was a highlight, offering us breathtaking aerial views of the landscape as we made our way to one of Australia's most renowned wine regions. The sense of adventure, combined with the comfort and safety of the seaplane, made the trip truly special.Upon landing, we were treated to a vineyard lunch that perfectly captured the essence of the Margaret River wine region. The food, the setting, and the attention to detail were impeccable, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to our adventure.Swan River Seaplanes provided an unparalleled experience, blending luxury, adventure, and the best of the Margaret River wine region. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a memorable and unique way to explore this beautiful area.

April Simpson

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What an amazing day! Departing from the swan river with a scenic flight all the way down the cost to Busselton and then marking our way to Aravina winery with a wine tasting and a delicious lunch it was truly magical I love that swan river sea planes support some of the more intimate wineries as well such as windows estate.Such a great day.

Mark Simpson

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Absolutely unreal experience!We were able to experience Margaret River after only a 45 minute scenic flight by seaplane from the Swan River.Amazing food, amazing drinks and fantastic friendly staff.After a day of wining and dining we landed back in the swan river feeling fresh and relaxed.Definitely recommend Swan River Seaplanes for an unforgettable experience!

Lara Savage

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Wonderful experience from start to finish. Booking was simple, staff on the phone and in person were helpful and lovely. Travelled perth to Rottnest and returned 3 days later, trip was so fast, flight silky smooth, landings were incredible. We had 2 kids under 5 who enjoyed the flight, the youngest fell asleep. Definitely the best way to get to rotto and back. Made it from our house to Rottnest into the hotel in an hour, leaving the whole day free to enjoy the island immediately. We made it from the hotel in rotto to our house in Perth in 45 mins. Great when you have kids!

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