The Port to Pub swim was born out of a desire to create a brand new long distance swimming event in Western Australia. The vision was to create a world class swimming event that supported both elite athletes and everyday swimmers in their ambition to cross the Rottnest Channel between Perth and iconic Western Australian landmark of Rottnest Island.
Through the years we have continued to build the event and remain dedicated to creating an open water swimming event that is thoroughly enjoyed by swimmers, skippers, paddlers, and crew from start to finish.
Registrations now open!
5:00am – Swimmer check-in opens at Fremantle Surf Life Saving Club. Parking at the surf club is limited; we recommend that swimmers get dropped off.
5:50am – Welcome to Country & Advance Australia Fair
6:00am – Races Start
7:00am – Race starts complete, start line closes
10:00am – Entertainment begins at Hotel Rottnest
10:30am – Finish line ready for first swimmers to arrive
5:00pm – Conclusion of the event
5:15pm – Presentations & Celebrations at Hotel Rottnest