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15 Sunset Cruises in Australia to Build a Day Around

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This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 sunset cruises worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Drover's Sunset Cruise includes Smithy's Outback Dinner and Show - Sunset Bend and the last light
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Drover’s Sunset Cruise includes Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show

1.Drover’s Sunset Cruise includes Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · from $121Our pick

Spend about 4.5 hours on the Thompson River aboard the Longreach Explorer, with sunset views, wildlife and Indigenous heritage stories, shared savoury snacks, and a licensed bar. Then enjoy a two-course camp-oven dinner and live entertainment at Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show.

“great service, friendly staff boat trip was great the food was yum. entrainment was fun. good to be pick up and dropped off. all round great night cheers”

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Airlie Beach: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise with Sparkling Wine - Leaving Coral Sea Marina for Pioneer Bay
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Airlie Beach: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise with Sparkling Wine

2.2-Hour Sunset Cruise with Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 539 reviews · 2 hours · from $48

Join Iconic Whitsunday Adventures for a two-hour sunset cruise from Coral Sea Marina. Cruise Pioneer Bay aboard the covered Sundowner catamaran, with English commentary, antipasto nibbles, Australian sparkling wine, music, and possible turtle or dolphin sightings.

“Magnificent views, very capable captain, fun and fabulous host, - perfect in every way!!!”

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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish 'n' Chips - A small boat with a more personal feel
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Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

3.Darwin Sunset Cruise Including Fish ‘n’ Chips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · from $78

Board Sea Darwin Sea Tiwi at 5:30pm for a 1-hour-45-minute cruise from Stokes Hill Wharf. Enjoy wild-caught Northern Territory fish and chips, one beer, sparkling wine, or soft drink, and sunset views toward Fannie Bay. The small boat holds up to 32 people.

“Relaxing and informative didn’t need to be any longer. Boat and seats very comfortable crew exceptional.”

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Airlie Beach: Providence Whitsundays Tallship Sunset Sail - Meeting the boat at Coral Sea Marina North
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Airlie Beach: Providence Whitsundays Tallship Sunset Sail

4.Providence Whitsundays Tallship Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 389 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

Spend two hours aboard Providence V, a 62-foot gaff-rigged schooner, sailing from Coral Sea Marina across Airlie Bay. You will receive a welcome drink, share bread, cheese, fruit, and dips, and may help raise the sails while crew such as Katie, Oscar, Luke, Jack, and Alex bring the boat to life.

“We had a beautiful sail, thank you! The two crew members on board were super friendly and experienced. The boat itself was charming and in great condition. The experience was one we won't forget! Just something to think about...with such a large group on board, we would have loved two seperate cheese platters so everyone wasn't trying to squish to the one...I actually just decided to miss out.”

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Sunshine Coast: Mooloolaba River Sunset Cruise - Collecting the catch of the day
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Sunshine Coast: Mooloolaba River Sunset Cruise

5.Mooloolaba River Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 310 reviews · 1h 30m · from $38

Cruise from The Wharf Mooloolaba to the river mouth, fish markets, harbour, and Minyama canals. Enjoy live English commentary from the crew, order fresh seafood picked up during the cruise, and pair dinner with a cocktail as the sky changes colour.

“it was so relaxing and enjoyable, our captain was so friendly, informative and funny.”

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Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park - The Great Sandy Marine Park at twilight
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Hervey Bay: Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

6.Sunset Cruise to Great Sandy Marine Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 289 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Cruise from Hervey Bay into the Great Sandy Marine Park for two hours of sunset views, wildlife spotting, and local commentary. You receive a complimentary glass of bubbles, with possible sightings of dolphins, turtles, dugong, and whales. Routes may include Woody Island, Round Island, Pelican Bank, or Urangan Pier.

“Weather was perfect beautiful relaxing boat cruise with great scenery and a spectacular sunset we enjoyed the whole experience”

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Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail - Boarding at Great Sandy Straits Marina
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Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

7.Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 270 reviews · from $64

Sail Hervey Bay aboard Blue Dolphin’s catamaran for about 90 minutes, with unlimited drinks, sparkling wine, snacks, and commentary. Crew members Peter, Jodie, Cassie, and Pete create a friendly small-group outing, with possible dolphin and fruit bat sightings.

“The staff were wonderful, food was fresh and the bubbly just topped off the experience. We had the perfect sunset and staff helped us take a group photo with the sunset behind. If you have time this is a must do in pretty Hervey Bay.”

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Half-Day Whale Watching Sunset Cruise from Broome - Ballena gives you room to watch
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Half-Day Whale Watching Sunset Cruise from Broome

8.Half-Day Whale Watching Sunset Cruise from Broome

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 228 reviews · from $125

Join Broome Whale Watching at 1:30 pm for a half-day cruise aboard the sailing catamaran Ballena. Watch migrating humpback whales from open viewing decks, listen through an onboard hydrophone, enjoy canapes and drinks, try the boom net, and return to Cable Beach beneath a Broome sunset.

“Looking back at whales splashing in the sunset. Even the tender boat was an experience. Food on board was amazing”

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Darwin: Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner - Darwin Harbor at sunset
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Darwin: Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner

9.Darwin Harbor Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 221 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Board the Charles Darwin at Stokes Hill Wharf for a two-hour sunset cruise with views of Darwin Harbor, a Territory-style buffet featuring seafood and local produce, background music, and a licensed bar. Seating is assigned, so you can settle in without a scramble for tables.

“Lovely time out with my brother and son. The meal was fantastic , couldn't have asked for any better. Staff were friendly and attentive.”

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Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises - 2 hour Sunset Cruise - Entering the Mary River Wetlands
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Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises – 2 hour Sunset Cruise

10.Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises – 2 hour Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 214 reviews · from $71

Drive 90 minutes from Darwin to Corroboree Billabong for a two-hour sunset cruise through the Mary River Wetlands. Guides such as Allen, Connie, and Paul Meatloaf point out saltwater crocodiles, jabirus, brolgas, eagles, kingfishers, and more. Bring your own beer, wine, or soft drink, but arrange your own transport.

“This tour was just simply the best. Small group of people, probably less than 20, but could be more I guess during high season. Our guide, Allen, was excellent. Nothing was rushed. We saw so much and the thing he did was to go from side Read more”

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3.5 hours Sunset Cruise in Broome - Canapés, drinks, and the real value of $125
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3.5 hours Sunset Cruise in Broome

11.3.5 hours Sunset Cruise in Broome

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 190 reviews · from $125

Sail from Gantheaume Beach aboard the 42-foot catamaran Ballena for a relaxed Broome sunset cruise. You can watch for whales, dolphins, and turtles, try the boom net, enjoy local canapés and a welcome beer or wine, then buy cocktails and other drinks at the bar. Return transfers are included.

“Absolutely wonderful experience. Incredible mango daiquiris only made it better. Highly recommend this.”

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Port Douglas: Sunset Cruise on a Chinese Shaolin Junk Ship - Boarding at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
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Port Douglas: Sunset Cruise on a Chinese Shaolin Junk Ship

12.Sunset Cruise on a Chinese Shaolin Junk Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 169 reviews · 1h 30m · from $55

Sail Port Douglas aboard Shaolin, one of the few authentic Chinese Junks still in service. Captain Richard, Rob, Flynn, and other crew members provide local commentary as you pass Dickson Inlet, the waterfront, Four Mile Beach, and the Coral Sea. Enjoy Yum Cha canapes and one complimentary drink.

“Shaolin was a terrific experience. The crew were friendly and professional. Great value”

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Darwin Harbour: 2-Hour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise - Boarding at Stokes Hill Wharf
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Darwin Harbour: 2-Hour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise

13.Darwin Harbour: 2-Hour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 165 reviews · 2 hours · from $91

Board the Charles Darwin at Stokes Hill Wharf for a two-hour Darwin Harbour sunset cruise. You’ll have a grazing platter, locally made mango ice cream, music, and access to the open-air Sundeck. Drinks are extra from the licensed bar, and early arrival helps you secure a smooth boarding experience.

“Great staff, high quality and plentiful food, chilled relaxing atmosphere.”

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Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail - Boarding at Great Sandy Straits Marina
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Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

14.Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 164 reviews · 1h 30m · from $63

Join Blue Dolphin Marine Tours for a 90-minute sunset sail from Urangan. Peter and the crew guide a small group across calm Hervey Bay waters, serving sparkling wine, other drinks, and finger food while you watch for dolphins, turtles, and sunset views of Fraser Island.

“It was absolutely glorious 🥰 we had a fabulous time, calm seas, gorgeous sunset & the skipper Pete was very informative & Cassie our hostess was amazing keeping our drinks topped up & our nibbles constant with a great attitude. Such a wonderful experience & we’ll definitely do it again. Thank you so much & we have recommended Blue Dolphin to so many of our friends already 🥰”

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Noosaville: Noosa River Sunset Cruise - Leaving Noosaville and entering the waterways
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Noosaville: Noosa River Sunset Cruise

15.Noosaville: Noosa River Sunset Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 161 reviews · 2 hours · from $26Best value

Leave Noosaville for a relaxed sunset cruise through Woods Bay, Weyba Creek, the River Mouth, and Noosa’s canals. Your English-speaking skipper shares local history, wildlife facts, and house prices, with chilled music and a licensed bar onboard. Bring snacks and a camera.

“What a great night we had,met lovely people as well.. captain is excellent great knowledge and very funny.. we will be back”

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