Pinnacles Sunset & Stargazing Tour - from Perth
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December 2024
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What you can expect
Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. Enjoy a star-studded adventure of twinkling twilight and wildlife in the native wonderland of the Pinnacles. Leave behind city life for a one-day treat to some of Western Australia’s best natural wonders.
After 1.5 hours from Perth, our first stop is to stretch our legs and take in the views from the seaside town of Lancelin, home to the largest network of sand dunes in Western Australia. These gigantic snow-white dunes are a stark contrast to the glistening turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance. Shake the sand out of your shoes, before we travel on to the Nilgen Nature Reserve. In a region abundant with flora and fauna, we’ll wander through a kaleidoscopic of wildflowers, including the likes of banksias, bottlebrush, heath, grass trees, and kangaroo paws; all bursting with life, when in season. If the flowers are in hiding, we’ll instead head over to Hangover Bay, where you can dip your toes in the crystal-clear waters or spot the likes of bottlenose dolphins and sea lions. With our lungs full of fresh sea air, it’s time to journey on to the Nambung National Park to witness the remarkable Pinnacles desert at sunset. Made up of shells, the Pinnacles date back millions of years to a time when the land was beneath the sea. Best explored at dusk when the crowds evaporate and the thousands of limestone pillars rise eerily out of the desert; watch the colours change over the rocks, creating a lunar-like atmosphere.
Enjoy a Picnic dinner accompanied by a glass of local product sparkling (all included), while we settle in for a spectacular light show of natural wonder, beneath the sky. As the darkness sets, it’s time to marvel at the other-worldly beauty of the stars and planets, swirling high above. Listen to the ancient stories of the Aboriginal Dreamtime and gaze light-years away.
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What you need to know
- Dinner under the stars with a glass of wine
- Telescope provided
- Admissions to National Parks
- Pinnacles guided walk
- Hosted by an experienced driver guide
- Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
- Comprehensive local tour commentary
- Selected Perth inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
- Any meals not indicated in the itinerary - breakfast and lunch not included
- Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point
- Personal travel insurance is highly recommended
- Spending money for personal items
- For the more adventurous, you can choose to join a guided tour of Crystal Cave (own expense) and view the intricate stalagmites and stalactites
- Visit the Pinnacles in Nambung National Park without all the day tour crowds
- Watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean panoramic landscape
- Take a stroll along the Hangover Bay coast and spectacular views from Nilgen Lookout
- Stargaze with our Telescope (conditions permitting)
- Take in the views of the incredible sand dunes from the Lancelin lookout
- Learn about the Dreamtime and Aboriginal astronomy
- Enjoy a locally sourced Australian picnic dinner under the outback stars
- Tour operates Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
- Departs from Perth between 12pm to 2pm and returns at approximately between 9pm and 11pm
- This tour departs throughout the year at different times to maximize the sunset experience and as such the itinerary stops may change slightly.
- Approximately 9 hours
- This tour takes place in the Pinnacles region.
- Departs from Criterion Hotel Perth, 560 Hay St, Perth, WA 6000
- Driving distance: 420km
- Walking distance: ~1km / 2km
- 1L refillable water bottle
- Hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
- All-weather clothing for the day and evening as the desert can get cold
- Comfortable walking shoes (tread closed toe shoes)
- Raincoat, jumper or windbreaker
- Small day pack 5-7kg
- Money for snack and meals
- Camera to capture every moment!
- A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks
- Child policy 6 years old and over, not suitable for children 5 years old and under
- In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider
- Autopia Tours reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures
- Mandatory passenger details are required at the time of booking: contact phone number.
- The tour operator must be notified of any known medical conditions at the time of booking to assist in our guiding and ensuring the health and safety of all guests throughout the tour.
- A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
- This itinerary may vary and is interchangeable to adapt to seasonal changes and weather fluctuations or during park closures due to traditional landowner ceremonies
- Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old
- This tour is not suitable for children 5 years old and under, due to the nature and walking involved
- This terrain is not suitable for mobility-impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers, prams or strollers
- Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 5-7kg day bag per person
- We are not able to accommodate travellers' suitcases on day trips, please store at your hotel whilst on tour
- We ask that all travellers re-confirm their tour details within 7 days prior to departure on 03 9393 1333. Private touring groups are available on request
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking
- Upon completion of the purchase, please present voucher (digital or printed) on the day of the experience
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-3395
- This experience is supplied by Pinnacles Wildlife and Stargazing Tour With Dinner
