Set Sail on a 2.5-Hour Sunset Cruise with Northern Territory-Style Buffet Dinner
With beautiful views of the Top End, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than aboard the Charles Darwin! Enjoy a Northern Territory-style dinner with fresh seafood and local produce as you savour stunning views of the sunset on the coastline. Your relaxing 2.5-hour cruise along Darwin Harbour is accompanied by expert commentary, all whilst soaking in the splendour of the skies and gliding past harbourside landmarks throughout this delightfully romantic experience.
Inclusions
- Valid for one infant (0–3), one child (4–14), one adult (15+), or one senior (*must hold valid Australian Seniors Card)
- 2.5-hour sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour
- Delicious Territory-style buffet dinner featuring Australian seafood and local produce
- Onboard commentary from expert guides
- Drinks available for purchase
- Available every day: 6pm–8.30pm (boarding at 5.30pm)
- Departure point: Dock 3, Stokes Hill Wharf City Side, 45 Stokes Hill Road
Buffet Menu Highlights
- Australian oysters served with pepper berry vinaigrette (GF, DF)
- Australian cooked prawns served with Kakadu plum seafood sauce (GF, NF)
- Native Northern Territory Spiced Beef Salad: slow-roasted bush spice-rubbed beef sirloin, Thai herb mixed salad, mild sweet chilli sauce dressing (GF, DF)
- BBQ Sweet & Sour Sticky Mango Chicken: chargrilled chicken thigh with NT mango sweet & sour sauce served on jasmine rice (GF, DF, NF)
- NT mango & apple crumble with custard
- Seasonal tropical fruit platter (GF, VG, VE, DF)
- Pavlova with whipped cream and tropical fruit
*Menu is seasonal and subject to change
Pricing & availability
Things to know
Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.
Up to 3 days before your chosen date - 100%
Up to 7 days after purchase - 100% Cancellations:
More than 72 hours prior to departure – no cancellation fees apply
Less than 72 hours prior to departure – 100% cancellation fee applies
Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Changes to Booking:
- 72 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
- Changes are subject to availability. Additional fees may apply, payable directly to Darwin Harbour Cruises
- Sunscreen, hat or warm jacket
- Camera
- Cash or card for any additional purchases onboard
- Booking confirmation information
Every day
Availability:
- Available every day: 6pm–8.30pm (boarding at 5.30pm)
- Departure point: Dock 3 (located at the very end of Stokes Hill Wharf) City Side, Darwin Harbour, 45 Stokes Hill Road
- Check-in commences 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure to commence boarding. Please ensure you are at the departure point no later than 15 minutes prior to departure as the boarding time is strictly enforced
- Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
- Bookings valid to 31 December 2024
Important:
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption. Darwin Harbour Cruise abides by the RSA regulations and has the right to enforce them
- Valid for dine-in only. Set menu restrictions apply. Menu items are seasonal and subject to change without notice
- Please allow up to three hours for this experience
- Any additional purchases are payable directly to Darwin Harbour Cruise
- Vessels stay within Darwin harbour. Generally, they will leave Stokes Hill Wharf, and travel along the Esplanade cruising along at 4 knots past the Larrakeyah Naval barracks, Cullen Bay and Fannie Bay. Darwin Harbour Cruise’s experienced skippers reserve the right to change the route subject to tidal conditions, guests’ safety and comfort. Tidal conditions determine how close to the coast the vessel can operate
- Smoking and e-cigarettes are not permitted on board
- See Frequently Asked Questions, here: https://www.darwinharbourcruises.com.au/about/faq/
Terms & Conditions:
- Senior rate only available to Australian Senior Card Holders. Card must be presented at time of boarding
- Cruises are weather and minimum passenger number dependent and may be cancelled at the discretion of Darwin Harbour Cruise
- If minimum numbers are not met, an alternate date will be offered for your experience
- Charles Darwin – The Dinner Cruise is wheelchair accessible, however, bathrooms are not wheelchair accessible. It is recommended to use the wharf bathrooms before boarding
- See full Terms and Conditions here: https://www.darwinharbourcruises.com.au/terms-conditions/
Please Note:
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The venue you are attending may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Darwin Harbour Cruises has been operating unforgettable cruises in the Top End since 1996. As part of the Journey Beyond Group, Darwin Harbour Cruises provides iconic Australian experiences on the world stage, including private charter events, weddings and relaxing sightseeing cruises for the perfect on-water outing.