The Basin is a beach in Australia that is located in a place known as Rottnest Island, which is found in the region of WA, Australia.

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The Basin Review

The Basin is one of the highest rated beaches in all of Australia, and is certainly regarded as a top beach choice in WA.

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Overview

The official name of this beach is The Basin.

It is located in the area of Rottnest Island, and has some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia, in the region of WA.

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Is The Basin a top ranked beach in Australia?

So, when it comes to comparing The Basin with the rest, is it in the Top 10 beaches in Australia? Is it in the Top 20 beaches in Australia? Well, the best way to find out is to check our Current Australia Best Beach Rankings and see if The Basin makes the list of most beautiful beaches in Australia!

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Holiday in The Basin

Rottnest Island is a place in WA that is very enjoyable to visit and provides a great environment for a holiday.

There have been no negative reports recieved from Locals, Tourists, Fishermen, Surfers, Swimmers or Campers at The Basin.

Camping in The Basin

If you intend on camping in The Basin it is best to see if a booking is required beforehand. When permitted, choosing to go free camping in The Basin is acceptable, but it is important you follow the local rules of Rottnest Island.

Generally coastal areas in Australia like The Basin have a myriad of options for caravans, caravan parks, tents and campgrounds.

Fishing in The Basin

Many areas through Australia and particularly in Rottnest Island require a fishing licence to legally go fishing. If you want to go fishing in The Basin it is recommended that you obtain the adequate recreational fishing licence.

Swimming in The Basin

Througout Australia and in places such as Rottnest Island, swimming in the ocean and waterways can be extremly dangerous. When swimming in The Basin, please be mindful of rip currents, ocean conditions, big swells, drops offs, rocks and marine stingers and predators.

Always swim between the flags in The Basin where available. Never swim alone!

It is highly recommended you visit Beach Safe Australia before visiting The Basin to ensure you are prepared for the weather and tidal conditions.

Accomodation in The Basin

Like many areas throughout Australia, beaches in areas like Rottnest Island can be quite remote. This means there may be limited accomadation options. If it does exist, accomodation deals in The Basin can be found online.

Marine and Wildlife in The Basin

Please note - many Australian speicies are protected, and WA is no exception. Do not feed local wildlife and please be aware you are visiting their natural habitat around Rottnest Island.

Some common types of marine or wildlife you may find at The Basin may include:

Marine life in The Basin: Sharks, Whales, Stingrays, Manta Rays, Turtles, Seals, Dolphins, Starfish, Jellyfish, Blue Bottles, Crabs.

Wildlife life in The Basin: Kangaroos, Wallabies, Koalas, Kookaburras, Seagulls, Snakes, Lizards, Cockatoos, Possums.

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Surfing in The Basin

Experienced surfers will find WA conditions vary from day to day. It is advised to always wear a wetsuit and never surf in The Basin alone.

Boating in The Basin

Please enquire directly with The Basin or the office of Rottnest Island to obtain the rules around the prospect of boating in The Basin.

Other notes:

There is no information available that confirms whether The Basin is one of the limited nude beaches in Australia. As a general rule, unless there is clear signage, you cannot assume a beach in WA is one of the few permitted topless beaches in Australia.

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