Sunset Wine Experiences in Australia: the 7 We Rate

1.Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 980 reviews · from $132Our pick

Board Sail Darwin at Stokes Hill Wharf at 4:45 pm for a prompt 5 pm departure. You will cruise Darwin Harbour on a spacious catamaran, with sparkling wine, soft drinks, water, and continuously served tapas. Choose open-air deck seating or the air-conditioned salon, and bring extra drinks to chill onboard.

“It was amazing, relaxing, vigorating and fun. The staff were fantastic and plenty of food and drink. Don't miss the experience.”

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2.Airlie Beach: 2-Hour Sunset Cruise with Sparkling Wine

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

Cruise Pioneer Bay aboard the covered Sundowner catamaran with an English-speaking guide, Australian sparkling wine, and antipasto nibbles. You’ll see Airlie Beach from the water, look for turtles and dolphins, and watch the waterfront light up at dusk. The mood can range from relaxed to lively, with music, commentary, and a licensed bar.

“Great fun, one glass of sparkling wine included but bar prices on board were cheap. Staff were friendly. We stayed close to the harbour front but if you’re looking for a bit of fun with an amazing sunset on the water then you will enjoy it”

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3.Uluru: Sacred Sites & Sunset Tour with Wine & Cheeseboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 450 reviews · 5 hours · from $140

Spend five hours touring Uluru from Ayers Rock Resort with an English-speaking AAT Kings guide. Walk to Mutitjulu Waterhole, see Aboriginal rock art, visit the Cultural Centre, then watch sunset with sparkling wine, other drinks and a generous cheeseboard. Guides such as Mitch, Hayley and Glen are known for lively cultural commentary.

“The guide was excellent. Sunset was stunning. A little expensive.”

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4.Hervey Bay Champagne Sunset Sail

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

Join Blue Dolphin Marine Tours at Urangan for a 90-minute sunset sail on Hervey Bay. Peter, Cassie, Jodie, and the crew serve sparkling wine, beer, wine, soft drinks, and finger food while you watch the sky change over the Great Sandy Strait. The boat carries no more than 24 people and may spot dolphins or turtles along the way.

“Great trip. Lovely friendly crew. Shame no sunset but know one can help that.”

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5.Gold Coast Sunset Cruise with sparkling wine & nibbles platter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · from $85

Meet Michael and the crew at Main Beach for a relaxed two-hour sunset sail on the Gold Coast Broadwater. You’ll pass Marina Mirage, Palazzo Versace, Sea World, Wave Break Island, and Surfers Paradise while enjoying two glasses of sparkling wine, fruit, cheese, crackers, and other nibbles. The yacht carries no more than 10 passengers, and BYO drinks and snacks are welcome.

“Lovely, casual 2-hour experience. Samara and Michael provided a wonderful opportunity to be on the water, see the harbor, and sip champagne and a nice plate of nibbles.”

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6.Kata Tjuṯa Sunset Tour with Sparkling Wine and Cheeseboard

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 54 reviews · 2h 45m · from $119

Travel by air-conditioned coach from your hotel to Kata Tjuṯa National Park, where guides such as Ebony or Dennis share stories of the domes, native plants, animals, and Anangu culture. Arrive before sunset for changing colours, sparkling wine, other drinks, and light snacks. Park entry is extra.

“Toller Guide Ebony. Schöne Abendtour mit Sekt, Wein und Fingerfood. Sehr empfehlenswert.”

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7.Hervey Bay: Relaxing Sunset Cruise with Champagne and Prawns

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 1h 30m · from $63

Spend 90 minutes aboard the Milbi, cruising the Great Sandy Marine Park as the sun sets behind Urangan Pier. Your crew, including Will, Jacqui, and Boorat, serves local king prawns, a grazing platter, and Champagne, beer, or soft drink. You may also step ashore on Weenandin, hear Butchulla place names, and view coral through the glass panels.

“It was such a relaxed atmosphere, really enjoyed it. it's a must to do.”

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