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Perth to Pinnacles Desert tours: Sand dunes, stargazing & sunset views

Take a day trip from Perth to the Pinnacles Desert and explore thousands of striking limestone formations in Nambung National Park. Enjoy scenic coastal drives, sandboarding at Lancelin, and stargazing at one of Western Australia’s most fascinating natural wonders.

  • Distance from Perth: 190 km
  • Travel time: 2–2.5 hours each way by AC coach or 4WD
  • Tour duration: 9–11 hours
  • Meeting/drop-off point: Central Perth hotels 
  • Key attractions: Pinnacles Desert in Nambung National Park, Cervantes coastal town, Yanchep National Park or Swan Valley

Here’s what a Perth to Pinnacles tour looks like

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Hotel pickup

Get picked up from your Perth CBD hotel or meeting point and relax in a comfortable coach as you travel north along the scenic Indian Ocean Drive toward Nambung National Park.

Scenic drive

Enjoy sweeping coastal views, photo stops, and optional visits to wildflower lookouts or beaches like Hangover Bay along the way.

Sandboarding & wildlife

Depending on your chosen tour, stop at Lancelin Sand Dunes for a fun 4WD and sandboarding adventure, or visit Caversham Wildlife Park to meet kangaroos, koalas, and wombats.

Pinnacles Desert walk

Explore Nambung National Park and stroll among thousands of ancient limestone spires. On some tours, stay to see the desert glow in golden light before stargazing under a clear, star-filled sky.

Meals & desert dining

Day tours include a classic fish-and-chips lunch in Cervantes, while sunset tours feature an Aussie tavern or BBQ dinner with wine or hot drinks under the stars.

Return to Perth

After your adventure, unwind on the drive back to Perth, arriving in the evening or late at night depending on your tour type.

Things to know before booking your Pinnacles tour

  • Departure point: Most tours depart from Perth city centre, offering hotel pickups or easy access from central meeting points. The Pinnacles Desert, located in Nambung National Park, is about 2.5 hours each way via the scenic Indian Ocean Drive.
  • Tour types: Choose from classic day tours such as Pinnacles, Lobster Shack, & Lavender Farm Tour that combine coastal scenery, desert exploration, and sandboarding; sunset and stargazing tours such as  Pinnacles Sunset & Stargazing Tour timed for golden-hour photography and night-sky viewing right at the Pinnacles; or 4WD adventure tours such as Pinnacles, Sandboarding & Wildlife Spotting 4WD Tourthat include off-road driving and dune adventures at Lancelin for a more active experience.
  • Duration & accessibility: Tours typically last 8–11 hours. Expect short walks and gentle sand climbs, suitable for most visitors.
  • Activities & inclusions: All tours include guided walks in the Pinnacles Desert, national park entry, and photo stops. Depending on the tour, you may also enjoy sandboarding, wildlife encounters, lunch or dinner, and stargazing with telescopes under the desert sky.
  • Seasonal tips: The best time to visit is spring (Sep–Nov) or autumn (Mar–May) for pleasant temperatures and clear skies. Summer can exceed 35°C, so bring water, sunscreen, and a hat. Winter offers cooler days and dramatic desert light, ideal for photography.

Perth to Pinnacles Desert tour tickets explained

Tour typeDurationInclusionsTransfersPriceRecommended tours

Pinnacles & adventure tours

11 hours 30 minutes

Visit to Pinnacles Desert, sand-boarding/4WD at Lancelin Sand Dunes, wildlife/koalas stop & park entry.

Hotel pickup & drop-off from Perth

From about AUD $250

Pinnacles, Sandboarding & Wildlife Spotting 4WD Tour"

Pinnacles & food tours

10 hours 30 minutes

Pinnacles Desert visit, Yanchep National Park & Swan Valley stops, includes lunch at town.

Hotel pickup & drop-off

From about AUD $149

Pinnacles, Lobster Shack, & Lavender Farm Tour

Pinnacles, sunset, stargazing tours

9 hours

Sunset at the Pinnacles Desert, BBQ dinner and stargazing with telescopes under the stars.

Hotel pickup & drop-off

From about AUD $185–225

Pinnacles Sunset & Stargazing Tour

Things to see & do at Pinnacles Desert

More to explore: Top stops between Perth & the Pinnacles

Lancelin Sand Dunes

Lancelin Sand Dunes

Try sandboarding or a thrilling 4WD ride over Western Australia’s biggest white sand dunes.

Yanchep National Park
Nilgen Nature Reserve
Hangover Bay
Cervantes

Plan your tour

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Frequently asked questions about Perth to Pinnacles desert tours

Most day tours run 8–11 hours, while sunset and stargazing tours extend into the evening, returning around 9:30–11:00 pm.