Charles Darwin Dinner Cruise: Enjoy Distinctive Top End City Views and Fresh Seafood Buffet
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674 Ratings
Darwin City

With beautiful views of the Top End city, there is no better way to experience Darwin’s renowned sunsets than on board the Charles Darwin. Enjoy a Territory-style buffet dinner with fresh seafood and local produce. This two and a half hour cruise is the perfect way to experience Darwin’s world-famous sunsets.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Darwin Harbour Cruises - Your cruise will depart from DOCK 3, located at the very end of Stokes Hill Wharf, city side. Crew members will meet you under the large white umbrellas and will commence boarding 20-minutes prior to the cruise departure time.

Generally you will leave Stokes Hill Wharf, travel along the Esplanade cruising along at 4 knots past the Larrakeyah Naval barracks, Cullen Bay and Fannie Bay. Your experienced skipper reserve the right to change the route subject to tidal conditions, guest’s safety and comfort. Tidal conditions determine how close to the coast the ‘Charles Darwin’ can operate.

Hear knowledgeable commentary from the crew on Darwin History, Cyclone Tracey and the bombing of Darwin. In the past there have been sightings of crocodiles, dolphins, turtles and dugongs, however there is no guarantee you will see wildlife on your cruise.

You will experience a Sunset on Darwin Harbour followed by Darwin’s skyline lit up at night.

The Vessel - Charles Darwin

The ‘Charles Darwin’ is a steel-hulled tri-level catamaran originally named Shangri-La Princess. Built in Adelaide in 1990 for the Stannard family, a well-known name in the boating industry. ‘Charles Darwin’ was built for use on the Gold Coast \

What's Included
  • Dinner
  • 2.5 hour sunset cruise on Darwin Harbour
  • Live commentary on board
  • Onboard commentary from expert guides
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Wheelchair accessible on a case by case basis, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required.
Location
Stokes Hill Road
Please arrive at Dock 3, Stokes Hill Wharf 30 minutes prior to departure. (5:30pm)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(674 Ratings)
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Cameronh459
Apr 20, 2024
fantastic experience. - This cruise is fantastic. WE got the graze and gaze platter. which was massive, for two people. and then followed by icecream. if you get the graze and gaze you are up on the sundeck, which starts off very hot and sunny, but then as the sun sets gives you the best views. the service was attentive, and polite, and the views! the views are fantastic. there isnt a lot of commentary. however the purpose of this crusie was dinner and sunset, which it fully achieved. I would highly recomend this !
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Lindaconnor99
Apr 5, 2024
Relaxing Darwin experience with great food and an amazing sunset. - A great experience. It was well organised and all the staff were friendly and welcoming. Plenty of good food. All while being in Darwin Harbour at sunset
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Meagan_c
Mar 31, 2024
Excellent buffet dinner cruise - The service was excellent and the staff were very friendly. They were very cautious with food allergies and met all our needs.
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Geoffdemanser
Mar 30, 2024
Amazing way to spend a dinner date. - We took the dinner cruise out from dock 3 and had a wonderful time. The staff were friendly and helpful and the meal was fresh and delicious. The views and scenery were stunning. A really amazing way to spend an evening. Really enjoyed our cruise tonight.
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Garry_w
Mar 27, 2024
A must to do - Wonder staff, very friendly and professional, highly recommend. Food was great, views were awesome. Would definitely do it again.
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William
Mar 23, 2024
MEMORABLE SUNSET CRUISE - The welcome from friendly and quietly efficient staff started the trip off on the right note. The tables were beautifully set and the food buffet was simply superb. The choices for both dinner and dessert were varied and the portions as plentiful as one could enjoy. There was just the right level of commentary not to intrude on a genuinely great night on the water. What really made it so utterly special was a blazing and fiery sunset of the most exquisite colours across the water. Its backdrop made dinner almost feel as if one was living in a dream somewhere in another world … !
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Petermu8631qd
Feb 5, 2024
Darwin Harbour Cruises Dinner Cruise - This cruise was outstanding, I loved it & the same with my friend Janet. White table clothes sitting at the bow of the vessel was superb. Reasonably priced & great seafood & drinks, very well done Darwin Harbour Cruises, the whole night was excellent. I will be visiting you again in the future a big Thank You from Janet & I.
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Williamey2805rc
Nov 19, 2023
Great sunset cruise - Lovely dinner cruise, thoroughly enjoyed it. Food was tasty and staff were very helpful and accommodating
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A5773hwrickt
Mar 6, 2024
Disappointed - $5 for a small glass of post-mix soft drink! Ran out of crocodile during the buffet, which I was particularly looking forward too 😔 Extremely lousy commentary. I was looking forward to learning a lot about where we were sailing, but that was not to be. Food was nice as long as you like chicken 🥴 Wouldn’t recommend
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Ramsina_m
Nov 29, 2023
Disappointed - We pay premium price you fill the boat with locals for free and they are loud, couldn’t hear the captain talking and little kids running around everywhere.
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