The 10 Best Night Tours in Australia, Australia

March 22, 2022 Kaleigh Reichenbach

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1. Twilight Sail Bruny Island

46 Ferry Rd, Kettering TAS 7155, Australia SailTas Pty Ltd
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Sail to Barnes Bay on Bruny Island as the sea, sky and landscape transform with the shifting angle of the sun. See shadows lengthen across rock faces on the shoreline as they are gradually silhouetted against a golden sky. See clouds stretch across the infinite sky, aflame and glowing with every conceivable colour and watch as the sea mirrors the changing sky. Enjoy local wines or premium beers and a cheese platter as we moor in a sheltered bay. The light during Tasmania’s long summer twilight hours provides the perfect opportunity to take some truly memorable photographs. Take the helm and participate in the excitement of sailing the vessel, or simply relax in comfort and enjoy the sumptuous scenery.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Wine and Beer, Cheese Platter, Professional guide, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off

2. Melbourne After Dark - Private Night Tour

Melbourne Private Tours
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Is there a more seductive city than Melbourne After Dark? Join us as the sun goes down and the lights come on.  Melbourne is breathtaking under lights. See the city come alive at night.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Bottled water, 2-course dinner, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By sherrisms

Our cruise ended in Melbourne and we had decided to stay there for a few days along with 3 other couples we were traveling with. Friends of ours had recommended Melbourne Private Tours and we are so glad they did. We booked 2 tours with them. The first was a city tour for the day we arrived. Dylan was our guide and he was terrific! He is very knowledgeable, has a great sense of humor and made for a very fun day. We went to the Botanic Gardens and Shrine of Remembrance, cottages on the beach and saw lots of street art. Dylan also made sure we had plenty of time to explore the market. When we booked the tour we asked if it could include Jewish sites but since it was Saturday we were told we would only be able to see them from the outside. But Dylan and MPT went the extra mile and made arrangements with the synagogue so that we could visit towards the end of services. The synagogue was beautiful and the Rabbi and congregation were so welcoming and we were so moved, it is the most memorable experience of our trip. The next day we did the Great Ocean Road tour to the 12 Apostles. It was a 13 hour day and it was terrific. Our guide for this tour was Neil and he was great. He took us all along the coastal road where we saw amazing views and lots of surfers. We stopped at a wonderful coffee shop with delicious pastries. But I recommend not eating too much at the coffee shop because you don’t want to spoil your appetite for the fabulous lunch that comes a few hours later. Lunch was family style and the food was ready when we got there. It was so good we asked to meet the chef so that we could applaud him and his wonderful staff. Along the way Neil stopped at a few different locations so that we could see kangaroo, koalas and birds up close in the wild. Neil got a crimson rosella to sit on my husband’s hand and we got great pictures of a kookaburra. The 12 Apostles and Loch Ard Gorge were amazingly beautiful and as an extra treat we saw an Echidna in the bushes. We had a fabulous time.

3. Vivid Dinner Cruise Sydney Harbour

King Street Wharf, Cuthbert St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia Charterscene
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This tour offers a clear view of the Sydney Harbour Vivid light displays on a luxury yacht with a small intimate group.

Inclusions: Dinner, Bottled water, Restroom on board

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Reviewed By lukea558

Absolutely amazing! Great couple taking us on a charter though the harbour. Couldn’t ask for a better captain and 2nd on deck.

4. Launceston Cataract Gorge - Twilight, wildlife, local history walking tour.

174 Paterson St, Launceston TAS 7250, Australia Discover Tasmania Tours
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The three hour tour is designed to educate visitors and enjoy the opportunity to observe th​​e native animals. This tour starts one hour before sunset. The walk follows a Grade 2 walking track and no bushwalking experience is required. The track has hardened and compacted surfaces that has a gentle hill sections and occasional steps. Please note 5.30pm is a notional time and changes during the seasons. See above link for sunset times.

Inclusions: Complete the tour by indulging in some local beer or cider, An infrared camera is used streaming video of native wildlife to iPads at the table., Complete the tour by indulging in a Tasmanian cheese platter and a local cider, beer or juice.

Exclusions: Shy Native Wildlife - sometimes they are a bit camera shy and don't come out as expected.

Reviewed By AlixK54

I did the wildlife and cave tour the experience was great highly recommend. Great way to experience multiple locations near Launceston. Great service and friendly manner. Great knowledge about history and sites.

5. Peddle Bar Tour - 3 Best Small Bars in Perth

Yagan Square, Wellington St, Perth WA 6000, Australia Peddle Perth
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Take a ride on the most unique form of transport in Perth! When you join us on a Bar Tour, you and you friends get your own personal chariot with a safe, fit, experienced and fun chauffeur. From there you sit back on our comfy cushions, listen to some great music and enjoy the thrill of being on the back of a rickshaw as we take you to the best small bars across Perth that you never even knew existed, hand selected to your interests. When you get inside the venue you'll have a table reserved, some amazing Peddle-exclusive drink specials and you'll be treated like regulars! This is a great tour for groups of any size, whether you want to catch up with a friend, plan a staff party or get the whole gang back together again. We can take up to 24 people. After the tour is over, you'll have memories that last forever, a new favourite bar and renewed appreciation for how great Perth is!

Inclusions: Rickshaw Ride to Each Bar, Small Tours of Street Art between venues, Drink Specials, $10 Cocktail vouchers

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Reviewed By evsz2021

We had a great time on this small bar tour. The bars they took us to were very cool and our rider was very funny and friendly

6. Tropical Light Sundowner Cruise with Drinks Included

Sea Darwin, Dock 2 Stokes Hill Wharf, Darwin City NT 0800, Australia Sea Darwin
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This cruise is a magical way to beGIN your evening in Darwin. This short one hour sunset soiree combines the setting of the tropical sun with the instant relaxation that comes with a sundowner. With a boutique Top End gin in your hand, you will unwind as a purr of the motors take you past a coastline holding secrets of times gone by to find a saltwater spot where you will see the dazzling rays of the sun as it dips to the horizon. Then, with ice cubes clinking in a glistening glass reflecting the colour palette of the sunset, a sense of relaxation will take over as Darwin Harbour unfolds before you during twilight time. On this cruise you’ll taste some flavoursome Top End gin - a wonderful aperitif before stepping ashore where your evening continues. Perhaps relaxed seafood flavours on Stokes Hill Wharf, or maybe a scrumptious dinner and gin cocktail at any one of the myriad of Darwin Waterfront Restaurants. The choice is yours!

Inclusions: Restroom on board, Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Transport between the Dock and the Restaurant - this is self paced.

Reviewed By Juliegraham72

Great tour, knowledgeable driver of world war 2 history. Military museum was good with lots to see and learn.

7. Gangsters & Candy Stores (night tour with laser projector)

282 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Melbourne Historical Crime Tours
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Utilising the latest in handheld laser projection technology, writer and historian Michael Shelford, beams images of notorious characters from the 1890's to the 1930's onto the buildings and streets they once inhabited. Take a walk through downtown Melbourne and learn of an era in which there was much more on offer at the local candy store than just sweets and soft drinks. Explore Melbourne’s underworld c.1870’s to 1930’s, an era in which Melbourne’s downtown slum district, ‘Little Lon’, was mostly run by women. Learn about the battle for supremacy, madams who stood their ground against well-known gangsters such as Squizzy Taylor, and an all-female crime syndicate known as ‘The Combine’. Stop outside buildings which were once brothels and sly grog shops (speak easies), and hear the stories of what occurred within their walls and on the streets and laneways around them. Shootings, bombings, bashings, brothels, robberies, opium, cocaine and sly grog (speak easies).

Inclusions: Toilet facilities are available at the Coopers Inn Hotel where the tour group meets. A tumbler of water and drinking glasses are also there for the use of customers., The tour experience is enhanced with the latest in hand-held laser projection technology.

Exclusions: Food and beverage, (apart from water which is free), at the starting location can be purchased at your own expense.

Reviewed By Sally M

Great tour very informative and the characters brought to life through the story telling Would highly recommend to everyone

8. Small-Group Kangaroo Island 4WD Night Tour

Aurora Ozone Hotel Kangaroo Island, 67 Chapman Terrace, Kingscote SA 5223, Australia Kangaroo Island Hire a Guide
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Venture out with a local guide to experience a very different kind of "nightlife" - the sights and sounds of Kangaroo Island after dark.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation

Exclusions: Food and drink, Gratuities

Reviewed By samvickery75

Awesome trip with a great crew and tourguide! Best way to see the island taking in its natural beauty and famous attractions. Good riding with plenty of stops to sample the local produce and support local businesses. One to remember.

9. Paddle with the Platypus Twilight Kayak Adventure

Gretna War Memorial Oval, 3457 Lyell Hwy, Gretna TAS 7140, Australia Tassie Bound
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Why not swap the steering wheel for a paddle for a few hours and jump on board Tassie Bound’s multi award-winning kayak adventure? Explore a little deeper below the surface of the Derwent Valley’s idyllic countryside and you might find yourself catching a glimpse of our not so shy but still very wild local resident; the platypus. Here on the edge of Tasmania’s Western Wilds is a stretch of protected river environment where; if we travel quietly and respectfully, we have an exceptionally good chance of spotting platypus in their natural habitat. A perfect accessible adventure suitable for first-time paddlers, adventurers, families and platypus enthusiasts looking for a VIP backstage pass to the Derwent Valley region. No prior kayak experience is necessary to participate and suitable for children 5 & up. Basic swimming skills is a prerequisite. Tandem kayaks can be provided on request. Tour pick up location is within a 1 hour drive from Hobart's city centre. 

Inclusions: Snacks, All kayak and safety equipment, Local guides, Transfers from pick up location at Bushy Park., Complimentary photos, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Alison L

Really well organised, informative and loads of fun! The scenery was breathtaking and it was delightful to see the beauty of the Derwent River and the untouched surrounds from the water. The platypus sightings were an added bonus. Our tour leaders were friendly and inviting! A perfect way to spend the late afternoon! I highly recommend.

10. Sydney by Night - Private Luxury Night Tour

Sydney Private Day Tours
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See Sydney Sparkle at Night! Experience Sydney City and vibrant Harbour come to life after dark on the Top Rated, Original and Best, Sydney by Night private tour. On this three hour night tour you will visit the best locations to view Sydney Harbour at night including some hidden local favorite spots where the larger tour groups do not go. There will be plenty of opportunities to wander around, sample some of the iconic Sydney street food or perhaps get an awesome photo of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House under lights. This fully escorted private tour takes in some of Sydney's most vibrant nightlife locations including a drive through the notorious and colorful former 'red light' district of Kings Cross and the former dockside area of Woolloomooloo. This tour will stop at many magical locations with Sydney's Best views of the Harbour Bridge and Opera House lit up at night. Tour with a Sydney 'Born and Bred' Local and get a true taste of Sydney!

Inclusions: Private Tour Guide and Driver, Fun and Interesting Commentary from your Local Aussie Guide!, Complimentary Hotel pick up and drop off, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled Australian Spring Water, Aussie Meat Pie at the Famous Harry's Cafe De Wheels, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Judgec13

Scott was great. Very knowledgeable of Sydney and we went to places you will not find in large bus tours. He was accommodating to our request and made sure we were all (three couples with different interest) happy with the tour. He took great pictures that he sent to us and ended with a great drink at Sydney’s oldest tavern. He was on time and we never felt rushed and was flexible to make sure we saw the items on our most see list. If you are doing this tour you should request Scott!

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