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Pinnacles Stargazing Tours
Driving from Perth?
Skip the transfers and join the Pinnacles Sandboarding & 4WD Adventure at Lancelin, perfect for self-driver exploring the Pinnacles at their own pace.
Itinerary
Start point
Central Perth
1. Guilderton Lookout
2. Nilgen Nature Reserve / Hangover Bay
3. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Picnic-style dinner
Stargazing
End point
Central Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Experience the Pinnacles after dark—sunset views, dinner, & stargazing under outback skies.
- Everything you get: Stargazing at Namburng National Park, round-trip transfers from central Perth, commentary by expert driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, guided Pinnacles walk, Australian-style picnic dinner with wine.
- Why choose this: This Perth to Pinnacles tour combines the ease of guided travel with a sunset and stargazing experience. From desert landscapes to dinner under the stars, enjoy a seamless, scenic escape that captures the best of Western Australia’s natural beauty.
Experience the Pinnacles after dark—sunset views, dinner, & stargazing under outback skies.
- Everything you get: Stargazing at Namburng National Park, round-trip transfers from central Perth, commentary by expert driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, guided Pinnacles walk, Australian-style picnic dinner with wine.
- Why choose this: This Perth to Pinnacles tour combines the ease of guided travel with a sunset and stargazing experience. From desert landscapes to dinner under the stars, enjoy a seamless, scenic escape that captures the best of Western Australia’s natural beauty.
Inclusions
- Sunset & stargazing in Nambung National Park
- Round-trip transfers from central Perth
- Commentary by expert local driver-guide
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Pinnacles guided walk
- Australian picnic dinner
- Telescope equipment
- Translation services available in 10 languages (Cantonese, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Spanish)
What to bring
- Bring a small day pack no bigger than 5-7kg.
What's not allowed
- This tour is restricted for guests under 6.
- Alcohol is not allowed on the vehicle.
Additional information
- Guests must notify the operator of any food allergies or special dietary requirements and/or medical conditions 7 days prior to the tour departure.
- A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the 1-2 hours of walking trails within the Pinnacles Desert.
- This tour can accommodate up to 20 people only.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Pinnacles Sunset, Stargazing, & Wildlife Spotting Tour with Tavern Dinner & Round-Trip Transfers
Itinerary
Start point
Perth
1. Yanchep National Park
2. Guilderton Lookout
3. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Sunset viewing
4. Cervantes
5. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Stargazing
End point
Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Meet wildlife, enjoy a hearty dinner, & see the Pinnacles under starlit skies—all in one trip.
- Everything you get: Sunset & stargazing at Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from central Perth, expert driver-guide commentary, entry to Nambung National Park, access to Yanchep National Park, and dinner at Cervantes.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a fuller Western Australia experience—spot wildlife in Yanchep, dine in Cervantes, and stargaze over the Pinnacles for a complete evening beyond the usual tour.
Meet wildlife, enjoy a hearty dinner, & see the Pinnacles under starlit skies—all in one trip.
- Everything you get: Sunset & stargazing at Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from central Perth, expert driver-guide commentary, entry to Nambung National Park, access to Yanchep National Park, and dinner at Cervantes.
- Why choose this: Enjoy a fuller Western Australia experience—spot wildlife in Yanchep, dine in Cervantes, and stargaze over the Pinnacles for a complete evening beyond the usual tour.
Inclusions
- Sunset & stargazing in Nambung National Park
- Round-trip transfers from Perth
- Commentary by expert local driver-guide
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Access to Yanchep National Park
- Dinner at Cervantes
- Telescope equipment
What to bring
- Bring a jumper, camera, and a pair of binoculars on this tour.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- Guests can download your favourite stargazing app on your phone to enhance your experience on this tour.
- This tour is suitable for children between 4-12 years.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
Start point
Perth
1. Caversham Wildlife Park
2. Lancelin
Things to do
4WD tour
Sandboarding
3. Cervantes
4. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Stargazing
End point
Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Experience WA’s wild heart—meet animals, 4WD dunes, & explore the Pinnacles in one journey.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk, 4WD and sandboarding adventure in Lancelin, entry to Nambung & Caversham Wildlife Parks, round-trip Perth transfers, expert commentary, and lunch in Cervantes.
- Why choose this: Experience the best of Western Australia in one day—from wildlife parks to desert walks and 4WD ride, it’s a day that has it all.
Experience WA’s wild heart—meet animals, 4WD dunes, & explore the Pinnacles in one journey.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk, 4WD and sandboarding adventure in Lancelin, entry to Nambung & Caversham Wildlife Parks, round-trip Perth transfers, expert commentary, and lunch in Cervantes.
- Why choose this: Experience the best of Western Australia in one day—from wildlife parks to desert walks and 4WD ride, it’s a day that has it all.
Inclusions
- Pinnacles guided walk at Nambung National Park
- Round-trip transfers from Perth
- Commentary by expert local driver-guide
- 4WD & sandboarding adventure in Lanceline
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Access to Caversham Wildlife Park
- Lunch at Cervantes
What to bring
- Bring sunscreen, hat, camera, and a pair of binoculars on this tour.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- The 4WD component of the tour is not suitable for pregnant women, guests with back problems, or infants.
Additional information
- This tour is suitable for children between 4-12 years.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
Start point
Perth
1. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Stargazing
End point
Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Experience the Pinnacles Desert and seasonal wildflowers on a quick, scenic escape from Perth.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk at Nambung National Park, seasonal wildflower spotting, entry to Nambung National Park, round-trip hotel transfers from Perth, and a multilingual guide (English, German, French).
- Why choose this: Short on time? This tour gets you to the Pinnacles Desert, beats the crowds with an early start, and still returns you to Perth by afternoon—perfect for a morning getaway.
Experience the Pinnacles Desert and seasonal wildflowers on a quick, scenic escape from Perth.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk at Nambung National Park, seasonal wildflower spotting, entry to Nambung National Park, round-trip hotel transfers from Perth, and a multilingual guide (English, German, French).
- Why choose this: Short on time? This tour gets you to the Pinnacles Desert, beats the crowds with an early start, and still returns you to Perth by afternoon—perfect for a morning getaway.
Inclusions
- Wildflower spotting & Pinnacles guided walk at Nambung National Park
- Round-trip hotel transfers from Perth
- English/German/French-speaking guide
- Entry to Nambung National Park
What to bring
- Bring a sunscreen, hat, and camera, on this tour.
What’s not allowed
- This experience is restricted for guests under 4.
Additional information
- This tour can accommodate up to 12 persons.
- Other languages available on request by private charter only.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
Start point
Central Perth
1. Yanchep Lavender Farm / Chocolate Drops Tearoom
2. Cervantes
3. Lake Thetis Stromatolites
4. Nambung National Park
End point
Central Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Explore the Pinnacles, taste lavender delights, & enjoy a laid-back coastal day from Perth.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk at Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from inner-city Perth, expert commentary from a local driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, access to Yanchep Lavender Farm or Yanchep Chocolate Drops, plus morning tea and snacks.
- Why choose this: Make the most of your day out—ancient landscapes, local flavours, and guided stories that bring the Pinnacles to life.
Explore the Pinnacles, taste lavender delights, & enjoy a laid-back coastal day from Perth.
- Everything you get: Guided Pinnacles walk at Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from inner-city Perth, expert commentary from a local driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, access to Yanchep Lavender Farm or Yanchep Chocolate Drops, plus morning tea and snacks.
- Why choose this: Make the most of your day out—ancient landscapes, local flavours, and guided stories that bring the Pinnacles to life.
Inclusions
- Pinnacles guided walk at Nambung National Park
- Round-trip transfers from inner-city Perth
- Commentary by expert local driver-guide
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Access to Yanchep Lavender Farm or Yanchep Chocolate Drops
- Morning tea & snacks
- 10:00am: Departs from Perth
- Yanchep Lavender Farm
- Beachfront Lobster Shack lunch stop
- Lake Thetis Stromatolites boardwalk
- Nambung National Park Information Centre
- Pinnacles desert
- Hangover Bay
- 7:00pm: Returns to Perth
What to bring
- Bring a small day pack no bigger than 5-7kg with sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, hat, and a water bottle.
What's not allowed
- This tour is restricted for guests under 6.
- Alcohol is not allowed on the vehicle.
Additional information
- A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the 1-2 hours of walking trails within the Pinnacles Desert.
- This tour can accommodate up to 20 people only.
- The lunch at Lobster Shack in Cervantes will be at the guest’s own expense.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
Start point
Perth
1. Yanchep National Park
2. Nambung National Park
3. Cervantes
4. Nambung National Park
Things to do
Stargazing
5. Swan Valley
End point
Perth
Your ending point would be same as your start point
Three WA highlights, one adventure—Yanchep’s wildlife, the Pinnacles, & Swan Valley.
- Everything you get: Guided walk through Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from inner-city Perth, expert commentary by your local driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, visit to Yanchep National Park, and a stop at the Swan Valley gourmet region.
- Why choose this: Experience the heart of Western Australia — native bushland, unique geology, and Swan Valley’s food scene, all in one expertly guided day.
Three WA highlights, one adventure—Yanchep’s wildlife, the Pinnacles, & Swan Valley.
- Everything you get: Guided walk through Nambung National Park, round-trip transfers from inner-city Perth, expert commentary by your local driver-guide, entry to Nambung National Park, visit to Yanchep National Park, and a stop at the Swan Valley gourmet region.
- Why choose this: Experience the heart of Western Australia — native bushland, unique geology, and Swan Valley’s food scene, all in one expertly guided day.
Inclusions
- Pinnacles guided walk at Nambung National Park
- Round-trip transfers from Perth
- Commentary by expert local driver-guide
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Access to Yanchep National Park & Swan Valley
- Lunch at Cervantes
What to bring
- Bring a jumper, camera, and a pair of binoculars on this tour.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- This tour is suitable for children between 4-12 years.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Experience Lancelin’s white dunes with sandboarding and an off-road 4WD journey.
- Everything you get: A 45-minute 4WD ride across the towering white dunes of Lancelin Sand Dunes and full sandboarding access on Lancelin’s steep slopes.
- Why choose this: Choose pure adrenaline—blast across WA’s largest sand dunes, sandboard down endless slopes, and experience a unique 4WD adventure just north of Perth.
Experience Lancelin’s white dunes with sandboarding and an off-road 4WD journey.
- Everything you get: A 45-minute 4WD ride across the towering white dunes of Lancelin Sand Dunes and full sandboarding access on Lancelin’s steep slopes.
- Why choose this: Choose pure adrenaline—blast across WA’s largest sand dunes, sandboard down endless slopes, and experience a unique 4WD adventure just north of Perth.
Inclusions
- 45-minute 4WD tour of Lancelin’s sand dunes
- Sandboarding of Lancelin’s sand dunes
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
- This tour is suitable for children between 4-12 years.
- Guests must ensure they sign the liability waiver form before the experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Dive into Australia's hidden gems on a 10-hour guided tour and explore ancient landscapes and wildlife havens offering an authentic outback experience.
- Enjoy encounters with native wildlife and ancient limestone formations at Yanchep and Nambung National Parks.
- Indulge in a hearty lunch at the Lobster Shack, with an option to upgrade to a half lobster, for a true taste of local cuisine.
- Experience sandboarding at Lancelin Sand Dunes (at an additional expense), the largest dunes in Western Australia, offering breathtaking ocean views.
Itinerary
- Pick-up from Perth
- Yanchep National Park
- Nambung National Park
- Lunch at Lobster Shack
- Lancelin Sand Dunes
- Dive into Australia's hidden gems on a 10-hour guided tour and explore ancient landscapes and wildlife havens offering an authentic outback experience.
- Enjoy encounters with native wildlife and ancient limestone formations at Yanchep and Nambung National Parks.
- Indulge in a hearty lunch at the Lobster Shack, with an option to upgrade to a half lobster, for a true taste of local cuisine.
- Experience sandboarding at Lancelin Sand Dunes (at an additional expense), the largest dunes in Western Australia, offering breathtaking ocean views.
Itinerary
- Pick-up from Perth
- Yanchep National Park
- Nambung National Park
- Lunch at Lobster Shack
- Lancelin Sand Dunes
Inclusions
- 10-hour guided tour
- Guided tour in English, French, or German
- Round-trip hotel transfers
- Lunch at Lobster Shack (optional upgrade available)
- Entry to Yanchep National Park
- Entry to Nambung National Park
- Transfer from/to Hotel in Perth City or Fremantle
- Transport in an air-conditioned bus or 4WD with a maximum of 12 passengers per vehicle
- Comprehensive information kit in vehicles
Exclusions
- Sandboard hire
- Tip: Bring binoculars for wildlife spotting at Yanchep National Park. You never know what you might spot!
- Children under the age of 4 are not permitted on this tour.
- This tour takes place with a minimum of 2 people.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Here’s what’s included in your Pinnacles stargazing tour
- Price: From approx. AUD $185–225 (per adult)
- Duration: 9–11 hours (afternoon departure, return late evening)
- What’s Included: Round-trip transfers from central Perth, entry to Nambung National Park, guided walk among the limestone pillars of the Pinnacles Desert, sunset views over the Indian Ocean, dinner under the stars or at a local tavern in Cervantes, and a guided stargazing session with telescope equipment and Aboriginal astronomy insights.
- Best for: Travellers seeking a complete evening experience, sunset, dinner, and stargazing with the choice between a relaxed picnic under the stars or a premium tavern-style dinner in a coastal town.
Inside your Pinnacles stargazing tour
Plan your tour
Timings & best time to visit
Getting there
What to bring
Facilities & accessibility
Rules
Tips
- Duration: Tours depart in the afternoon and run approximately 9-11 hours, arriving back in Perth around 10:30pm-11pm.
- Departure: Most tours leave Perth between 2pm-3 pm (pick-up from central Perth) and return late evening.
- Best time to visit: Clear night skies are ideal. Autumn to spring (March–May or September–November) are recommended for stargazing and comfortable desert evenings.
- Distance: The Pinnacles Desert lies about 190 km north of Perth, roughly a 2-hour drive each way.
- Transfers: Most guided tours include return transport in air-conditioned vehicles from central Perth.
- Comfortable walking shoes: You’ll be walking across sandy and uneven desert terrain, so closed shoes or lightweight hiking shoes are best.
- Warm layers: The desert gets surprisingly cold after sunset. Pack a jacket, scarf, or beanie for the stargazing session.
- Camera or smartphone: Capture sunset and night-sky moments — bring a tripod or use night mode for clearer star photos.
- Refillable water bottle: Stay hydrated during the drive and desert walk, especially on warmer afternoons.
- Hat & sunscreen: For tours that include daylight stops like Yanchep National Park or coastal viewpoints before sunset.
- Insect repellent: Helpful during the evening, especially near coastal or bush stops.
- Portable power bank: Keep your phone or camera charged for photos and stargazing apps.
- Pinnacles Desert Discovery Centre: Learn about the desert’s geology, wildlife, and Aboriginal stories, with access to restrooms and a small gift shop.
- Walk trails & lookouts: Short sandy paths and scenic viewpoints offer great photo and stargazing spots — sturdy shoes recommended.
- Lighting & visibility: The area remains dark for stargazing; bring a small torch or use your phone light when walking after sunset.
- Accessibility: Vehicle-friendly routes like the Desert Drive Trail are available, though sandy terrain limits wheelchair access.
- Dining & rest stops: Depending on your tour, enjoy tavern dining in Cervantes or picnic-style meals under the stars.
- Restrooms: Available at the Discovery Centre and dinner stops, but not inside the main desert viewing areas.
- Stay on marked trails: Stick to designated walking paths and driving routes to protect the fragile limestone formations.
- No climbing or touching: The Pinnacles are delicate natural structures — avoid touching or leaning on them.
- Respect wildlife: Observe kangaroos, emus, and reptiles quietly, keeping a safe and respectful distance.
- No littering: Carry all waste with you or use bins provided at rest stops and visitor centres.
- Drone use restricted: Drones are not allowed without prior approval from park authorities.
- Follow guide instructions: For safety and conservation, always adhere to your guide’s directions during night tours.
- Protect night vision: Avoid using bright lights or flashes during stargazing sessions to keep skies dark and clear.
- Book a weekday tour: Crowds are lighter, giving you a quieter stargazing session and better photo angles.
- Sit on the left side of the coach: You’ll get better coastal views during the northbound drive from Perth.
- Use red torchlight: Red light preserves night vision and helps you move safely after dark.
- Look south for the Milky Way: The southern sky offers the clearest band of stars between March and October.
- Try the tavern special in Cervantes: If your tour includes a dinner stop, locals recommend fresh fish or steak with a view.
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Frequently asked questions about Pinnacles stargazing tours
How long do the Pinnacles stargazing tours last?
Most tours run for about 9–11 hours, departing Perth in the afternoon and returning around 10:30–11:30 PM, after dinner and the stargazing session.
What’s included in the tour?
Both stargazing tours include return transfers from Perth, entry to Nambung National Park, a guided walk through the Pinnacles Desert, a dinner stop (picnic-style or tavern meal), and a telescope-assisted stargazing session.
What’s the best time of year for stargazing?
The clearest skies are between March and November, with spring offering mild temperatures and wildflowers along the drive. For darker skies, aim for new-moon dates.
Can I visit the Pinnacles at night on my own?
No, night access is only allowed with licensed tour operators. Independent visitors must leave the park by 5pm.
Is stargazing guided by experts?
Yes. Your guide will set up telescopes or astro-binoculars and explain constellations, planets, and Aboriginal sky stories.
Are children allowed on stargazing tours?
Yes, but minimum age limits may apply. The late return and long drive may not suit very young children.
Can I combine this with other activities like sandboarding or wildlife stops?
Yes, some tours may include daytime stops at Yanchep National Park or wildflower lookouts, while others focus purely on sunset and stargazing.