Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Day Tour
Escape the city for a one-day adventure to Western Australia’s natural wonders. After a 1.5-hour drive from Perth, stop at Lancelin Lookout to admire sweeping views over Australia’s largest sand dune system. Next, visit Nilgen Nature Reserve to stroll through seasonal wildflowers or head to Hangover Bay to dip your toes in the ocean and spot local marine life. In the afternoon, journey to Nambung National Park to explore the Pinnacles Desert at sunset. Enjoy a picnic dinner and local wine as the sun sinks below the horizon, then marvel at the night sky as stars and planets light up the desert. It’s the perfect blend of coastal charm, outback landscapes, and stargazing magic of the night sky. A truly unforgettable experience in the heart of Western Australia.
What’s included
Admission to: Pinnacles Desert Nambung National Parks entry
Dinner
Live commentary on board
English-speaking professional driver/guide
Guided tour inside the attraction
Round-trip transfers
Dinner under the stars with glass of wine
Telescope provided
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
Pinnacles guided walk
Comprehensive local tour commentary
Selected Perth inner-city pick-up / drop-off points
Text translation services available for select languages (Cantonese, Dutch, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)
Not included
Accommodation
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Any meals not indicated in the itinerary - breakfast and lunch not included
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
100% refund to your original payment method or credits
- Up to 24 hours before booking date
Non-refundable
- From 24 hours before the booking date
For the best photos of the Pinnacles at sunset, arrive just before golden hour and head to the western edge of the park—fewer people, softer light, and incredible silhouettes against the sky.
In order to maximise the sunset experience, this tour’s departure time changes throughout the year.
Our central meeting point for this tour will be Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth. Guests are to be waiting outside the main gates on Cavenagh Street for collection.
- 13:00pm (Oct, Mar-Apr)
- 13:30pm (Nov, Feb)
- 14:00pm (Dec-Jan)
- 12:30pm (May, Sep)
- 12:00pm (Jun-Aug)
Below is a full list of our hotel pick locations, based on our central meeting point time: +25mins prior – Mantra on Hay Perth, 201 Hay St, East Perth +20mins prior – The Westin Perth, 480 Hay St, Perth +17mins prior – DoubleTree by Hilton Perth Waterfront – 1 Barrack Square +15mins prior – Parmelia Hilton Perth, 14 Mill St, Perth 0 central meeting point – Criterion Hotel, 560 Hay St, Perth -10mins later – Hostel G, 80 Stirling St, Perth -15mins later – Spinners Backpackers – 342 Newcastle St Perth -20mins later – DoubleTree Hilton Perth, 100 James St, Northbridge
Please arrive 5-10 mins prior to your nominated pickup time so as not to delay or miss your tour.
9hr Duration
Please select a tour date
Join in group
Eligibility
Participants must be aged 6+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 6-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
This tour is not suitable for children 5 years old and under, due to the nature and walking involved
Group size: 6-28 participant(s)
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
- Visit the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park without the daytime crowds for a more peaceful experience.
- Watch a stunning sunset over the Indian Ocean’s panoramic landscape.
- Stroll along Hangover Bay and enjoy sweeping views from Nilgen Lookout.
- Stargaze through our telescope and explore the southern night sky (weather permitting).
- Admire the vast sand dunes from Lancelin Lookout as they glow in the fading light.
- Learn about the Dreamtime and Aboriginal astronomy under the stars.
- Enjoy a locally sourced Aussie picnic dinner beneath the outback sky.
- [Departure] pick up. 13:35 pm (Dec-Jan) 13:05 pm (Feb) 12:35 pm (Mar-Apr) 12:05 pm (May) 11:35 am (Jun-Aug) 12:05 pm (Sep) 12:35 pm (Oct) 13:05 pm (Nov).Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page
- [Departure] meet up at Criterion Hotel Perth. Main Meeting Point: Criterion Hotel - 560 Hay St Perth 14:00 pm (Dec-Jan) 13:30 pm (Feb) 13:00 pm (Mar-Apr) 12:30 pm (May) 12:00 pm (Jun-Aug) 12:30 pm (Sep) 13:00 pm (Oct) 13:30 pm (Nov).Latecomers or no-shows can’t be refunded The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page
- [Transportation] By bus
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Perth, Lancelin Lookout, Indian Ocean, Nilgen Nature Reserve, Nambung National Park, The Pinnacles Desert, Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre, Hangover Bay, Perth, Avoid the crowds at Nambung National Park’s Pinnacles, enjoy sunset views, stargaze, explore coastal lookouts, learn Aboriginal astronomy, and dine under the stars with a local Aussie picnic.
- [Return] 21:00 - 23:00, Shuttle included
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Additional information
Vehicle & luggage info
Passenger capacity: 28 passengers excluding the driver
Please limit the weight of baggage to a maximum of 5 kg
Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity
The operator asks that guests traveling on day trips bring small day packs and hand luggage only, as the operator has limited storage onboard the vehicles
Please always refer to the pick-up time that is shown in the confirmation details of your voucher once it has been booked successfully
For guests with special diets, the operator recommends you bring snacks, as options are limited in the outback Prohibitions & Limitations
The activity is able to accommodate the following dietary requirements: lactose intolerance / allergies / gluten intolerance / vegetarian diets / vegan diets
Fitness Level Requirement: Beginner What to bring
Sunscreen
Caps or hats
Cash
Water bottle
Camera
Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Water bottle What to wear
Please dress accordingly depending on the day’s weather conditions
All-weather clothing for the day and evening as the desert can get cold
Raincoat, jumper or windbreaker
Comfortable walking shoes (tread closed toe shoes) Accessibility
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
This activity
Optional hotel pick up
Pick-up information
Hotel pick-up information
- Arrive at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your selected pick up time
- Enter your hotel name and address at the checkout page
- The hotel pick up service is available for specific hotels only
MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Criterion Hotel Perth
Address: 560 Hay St, Perth, WA 6000.
DEPARTS: 12:00 - 14:00pm (seasonal times)
SEASONAL TIMES:13:00 (Oct, Mar-Apr)13:30 (Nov, Feb)14:00 (Dec-Jan)12:30 (May, Sep)12:00 (Jun-Aug)