Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour
Recommended by 96% of travelers
Perth, Australia
- 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The otherworldly landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert are one of Western Australia’s most impressive natural wonders. On this tour, admire the Pinnacles during a magical sunset visit, enjoy a barbecue dinner in the desert, and stay after dark to stargaze. En route, stop at Nilgen Nature Reserve to see wildflowers, sandboard at Lancelin, or visit Hangover Bay to walk on the beach and learn about indigenous food and medicine.
- Spectacular views of the Pinnacles at sunset and after dark
- Guided stargazing experience in the heart of the desert
- Delicious sunset dinner accompanied by a glass of wine
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your Perth hotel
What's Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- National Park fees, Sandboarding, Site Seeing, Beach Walk
- On board live commentary by local guide
- Designated Perth CBD Hotel pickup and return only (based on your CBD accommodation location)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fully Guided Desert Night Sky Tour
- Visibility through mobile observatory and astro binoculars with deep space observation
- DinnerCharcuterie;Traditional Aussie BBQ Dinner; Australian Wines & Bubbles to accompany; Fresh home made salads; Bread Rolls; Tea; Coffee; Hot Choc & Soups & Desert
- Guided night mobile phone photography instruction
- Child restraints for travellers 1-7yo
- Lunch or afternoon tea is not provided. It is best to have brunch or lunch before the tour or BYO..
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
Our roadside pickups start up to 45min before the tour start time. We will notify you of the pickup time for your pickup location by message, text and whatsapp the evening before the tour. After the tour, we will drop you back as close as possible to your accommodation, providing you are within in the Perth city area. Please discuss this with your guide or our office prior to your tour.
Itinerary
Your tour begins with pickup from your Perth accommodation (select hotels only). Board your vehicle and settle in for the journey.
Your first destination is the Lancelin Sand Dunes, where you can experience the thrill of sandboarding down the towering white sand dunes.
Next, make a short stop at the Nilgen Lookout in a beautiful nature reserve, where you can see wildflowers (in season). Alternatively, stop at the secluded beach at Hangover Bay to learn about its indigenous heritage.
Finally, arrive at the Pinnacles in time for sunset. Enjoy a barbeque dinner with wine followed by stargazing, with telescopes and astro-binoculars, and hear Dreamtime stories of the night sky long told by Australia's first people.
Your tour ends with a drop-off where you were picked up.
Your first destination is the Lancelin Sand Dunes, where you can experience the thrill of sandboarding down the towering white sand dunes.
Next, make a short stop at the Nilgen Lookout in a beautiful nature reserve, where you can see wildflowers (in season). Alternatively, stop at the secluded beach at Hangover Bay to learn about its indigenous heritage.
Finally, arrive at the Pinnacles in time for sunset. Enjoy a barbeque dinner with wine followed by stargazing, with telescopes and astro-binoculars, and hear Dreamtime stories of the night sky long told by Australia's first people.
Your tour ends with a drop-off where you were picked up.
1
Lancelin Sand Dunes
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Nilgen Lookout
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Hangover Bay
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
The Pinnacles
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
5
Lancelin
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Please bring a bottle of water and warm clothes for the evening, it can get quite cold in the Pinnacles Desert.
- Children under 7yo require their own seats and restraints. Please contact us upon booking.
- For mobility or any health concerns, please contact tour operator directly
- Pickup times sent night before tour via: TXT; E-mail & WhatsApp
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Alaina_M
This was a really great excursion. We had a lot of fun surfing the sand dunes! Our driver/guide Neil was very friendly and really knowledgeable. We learned a lot about the areas we drove through and about the stars. The Pinnacles are quite a spectacular sight. I’ve never seen anything like it. We had some clouds that night so Neil went above and beyond and made an extra stop on the way home when the clouds cleared so we could take another look at the stars. I highly recommend this experience.
Reviews
4.8
based on 1,084 reviews
Dilnoor_K, May 2026
Never got picked up. Came earlier and took another person instead of me from the bus stop, was standing at the bust stop 5 mins prior to the pick up time. Caught a train into the city to go on a trip and left stranded. Called after 15 minutes of waiting and couldnt get through the phone, called again 15 minutes later and got told the driver has taken someone else accidentally. Why dont we ask people their names instead of telling them what their name is " Are you Dilnoor", and the person said yes. Why not ask what their name is. Got a refund but only had 1 day in Perth and was looking forward to it. Waste of 2 hours travelling to and fro on a train to catch this tour bus. Waste of time.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Dilnoor,
We want to sincerely apologize for the distress and inconvenience you experienced when you were unintentionally left behind. We understand how unsettling and frustrating this must have been, and we deeply regret that it happened.
After reviewing the incident, it’s clear that our team fell short of the high standards of care and attention we promise our guests. While this was an isolated oversight, it should never have occurred.
To make amends, we had instantly processed your refund after trying to book you on an alternate day, however you explained there were no other days available for you. Unfortunate we were not able to make good on your tour. We are also implementing additional headcount checks and communication protocols to ensure this never happens again.
Your safety, comfort, and enjoyment are our top priorities, and we truly value the trust you place in us. Please let us know if there’s anything further we can do to restore your confidence in us.
Once again, we are truly sorry for this experience and hope we can welcome you back under much better circumstances.
Leanne_W, May 2026
Stunning sunsets and clear skies for stargazing, weather dependant of course but we had the most amazing benign conditions. Our driver/guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about all things celestial.
He didn’t burn the dinner too, well done thanks Peter.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your adventure.
Nick_C, May 2026
Amazing tour - sand surfing. The pinnacle desert experience and the stars. The moon shown through the telescope. Wow!
Response from Host, May 2026
Wow — your review made our day! We’re so glad you loved the tour. Feedback such as this really keep us motivated to do our best every day. Thankyou.
Brooke_K, May 2026
We did the Pinnacles Desert Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Tour at the end of April and had such a great experience. Before the tour, we received a message asking if we’d be able to change our booking by a couple of days because the weather forecast wasn’t looking ideal for stargazing. We were really glad we did, because the weather turned out absolutely beautiful.
It was definitely a long day, but completely worth it. Seeing the incredible Pinnacles up close at sunset was amazing, especially knowing they may one day disappear due to erosion. The highlight though was the spectacular night sky — the stargazing was unforgettable and unlike anything we’ve seen before. A fantastic experience from start to finish!
Jeaneen_H, Apr 2026
Peter was amazing, accommodating and informative. The sand surfing was AMAZING! The Pinnacle Desert is such a unique and amazing place! Dinner and the star gazing was so wonderful! Long drive but so worth it!! Don’t miss this opportunity!
Narell_S, Apr 2026
I really enjoyed this tour. The guides Sam & Peter were great. Had a good sense of humour. The Pinnacles were awesome too see. Was great sand boarding.
TingChung_P, Apr 2026
Sam and Gavin were very friendly. Although we were at the Lancelin Sand Dunes and the Pinnacles two days ago, the experience were quite different. We had a go at sandboarding this time and it was quite an experience for a couple in our late sixties! The experience at the Pinnacles again was quite different in the evening and nighttime.
Martin_M, Apr 2026
Great experience, the day flew in and Hadrian our host was so sharp, friendly and really knew his stuff!
Louise_J, Apr 2026
This experience was fantastic.
Sand boarding was fun, and the Pinnacles felt like being on another planet.
Yummy dinner and the stargazing was magical.
Our guide Peter was super friendly, kind and very knowledgeable.
Would highly recommend this tour
Amanda_F, Apr 2026
We absolutely loved this tour. Sam was our guide and he was fantastic! From sandboarding, to exploring, then watching the sunset in The Pinnacles and be fed as well, then to then watch the stars and learn so much exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend. Brilliant tour, thank you! From Brent and Amanda
Sue_K, Apr 2026
A fantastic trip - well worth the 2 hour drive. The sand boarding en route was brilliant and the the sunset at the Pinnacles was fabulous. Our guide cooked up a great bbq and was really knowledgeable about all of the stars and helped us take some great photos.
Qi_Z, Apr 2026
The tour was very well organised. The guide, who was also the driver, was friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. Along the way, Andrew shared a lot of interesting insights into the local history and culture, which made the experience both enriching and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Derril, Apr 2026
Peter, our guide, was friendly, a good driver and informative.
Several hours of uninterrupted driving, to old to sand board, but looked like fun and a welcome stop. Pinnacles desert interesting. BBQ disappointing, by the time I got to food no BBQ beef or chicken left, had to settle for a hot dog, unacceptable!!
Stargazing could have been so much better, encouraged guests to us cell phone app instead of shutting off phones and looking at the stars. Meant constant light off phones ruining night vision. Left a bright white light on food table also ruining night vision. Passing cars out of tours control but spoil night vision. Could have set up red lights for safety and not damage night vision. In spite of this we were able to see milky way faintly and saw several shooting stars and satellites. Southern sky has a lot of bright stars. Unfortunately we had high cloud move in part way through the viewing.
Snehashis_K, Apr 2026
We had an absolutely incredible time on our guided tour to the Pinnacles Desert and Lancelin sand dunes! The landscape is truly otherworldly, and the entire day was paced perfectly to take it all in.
A massive shout-out to Peter and Claire for the excellent arrangement. They made the entire trip seamless and stress-free. To top it off, the dinner they provided was lovely—it was the perfect way to refuel and relax as the sun went down.
The absolute highlight, however, was the sand-boarding and star gazing.
If you are looking for a unique and well-managed experience, I cannot recommend this tour enough!
Debra_B, Apr 2026
Sensational way to see some of the astonishing and unique scenery within a (long) day trip from Perth. Lots of breaks of ideal length to enjoy the places. Neil was one of the best guides I’ve had.
David_V, Mar 2026
A great way to see WA. Covered a lot in 1 day, sand boarding, coast, pinnacles, sunset and stars. Tour guides were really friendly and knowledgeable.
Donya_Z, Mar 2026
The tour was amazing! Such a fun and cool experience. Sand boarding was great, the sand is so white. The pinnacles were unreal felt like you were in a different world. Learnt so much on the tour about the different planets and stars. They thoroughly explained what we were looking at and taught us how to take amazing photos. A decent bbq too!
Julie_Q, Mar 2026
Peter our tour guide was so knowledgeable and kind. He made sure we got to experience everything without rushing. Everything was memorable
Judy_p, Mar 2026
The most amazing experience. The pinnacles are wonderful to see but the stargazing was mind blowing. I have never seen so many stars in my life. Tour guides Leighton and Adrian were knowledgeable about the constellations we were viewing and provided handy tips on how to take the perfect photos of the stars.
Kevin_C, Mar 2026
This was a great choice to see some of the coast N of Perth during a too-short visit. Our driver, Gavin, was superb in his knowledge of the area and his dedication to providing the best experience possible. I was especially happy, because we saw the coastal countryside, went sand boarding, stopped at a seaside pub (to slake our thirsts), got a chance to take an Indian Ocean dip, see the Pinnacles just before sunset, and enjoy a tasty group meal. All in all, a pretty comprehensive schedule covered in about 9+ hours.
Graham_H, Mar 2026
This was a fantastic experience with brilliant guides. What a day out. Amazing sunset and the best night sky I have ever seen
Karen_K, Mar 2026
Beautiful experience - the Pinnacles were stunning and we were there at the perfect time of day and the night was perfect for stargazing. Our driver and guide Sam provided interesting info, cooked a delicious BBQ dinner and made the experience fun. Our star guide Louise showed us great views through the telescope of star clusters, nebula, Jupiter and the Milky Way. I highly recommend this tour.
David_H, Mar 2026
Long day but absolutely spectacular the pinnacles and views of the Milky Way with a knowledge guide to show you nebulas and stars of interest. It’s a long day but loved it.
harry_S, Mar 2026
Great fun & a enjoyable trip with sand boarding & a great view of the night sky was well prepared & a great adventure included.
Scott_A, Mar 2026
The landscape was fantastic and the information provided about celestial objects was very interesting. Food and beverage provided was also good.
Mayumi_K, Mar 2026
Tour guide Neil has great experience and very well organized.
We enjoyed sand dune boarding, we saw million of stars. It was nice to have BBQ dinner under the stars at Pinnacles. It was an amazing experience.
Sharon_K, Feb 2026
This was a fun adventure. Sandsurfing was a blast. The sunset in the pinnacles was beautiful. The stars were spectacular.
Vinita_G, Feb 2026
Amazing experience! Sam and Neil do a fab job at running this experience and ensure everyone has a great time. What makes it stand out from other such tours is the telescope experience along with some basic explanation scientific explanations for folks to understand. The bbq dinner too was also very good and you can’t ask for more in the middle of a desert.
Spl thanks to Sam who kept us occupied with his humour during the journey:)
Qian_X, Feb 2026
Nice sunset view from Pinncales! Dinner is well prepared and nice. Long drive and be prepared. Guide is very professional and friendly
Phyllis_Z, Feb 2026
It’s a long day that includes a variety of activities. Some of requires physical agility (sand boarding). But it is interesting and Adrian was a terrific guide. He did it all, driving, sandboarding, cooking, and astronomy. Pretty amazing!
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