Darwin Harbour Cruise: Explore WWII Sites and Learn About Bombing of Darwin

Beginning from Stokes Hill Wharf at 11am, this 60-minute cruise dedicated to the Bombing of Darwin explores important WWII locations on Darwin Harbour, as well as current frontline operations. Accompanied by a native guide’s real-time narration, the cruise provides a naval point of view on one of Australia’s most impactful wartime incidents.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Sea Darwin - 1 hour Bombing of Darwin Cruise
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Live onboard commentary
  • Cruise
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Stokes Hill Wharf
Stokes Hill Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Johnmac1945
Feb 28, 2026
Bombing of Darwin Harbour Cruise - We went on the Bombing of Darwin Harbour Cruise. Penny & Alanah were both friendly and made our tour so enjoyable. Penny passed on so much information in a way that seemed like a chat and was so interesting. Penny is a great storyteller. We learned a lot about the horrific events in Darwin in 1942. Would highly recommend this cruise.
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Chrisandmick
Feb 17, 2026
History alive and relatable - In one fascinating hour our guide, Penny, brought us back to Darwin in 1942 and painted the picture of the terror experienced by the residents, the death toll and Australia's lack of preparedness for the Japanes bombing. A history story that needs to be widely told.
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Jen_s
Oct 22, 2025
Very informative and... - Very informative and learnt a lot about the bombing of Darwin that I was not aware of. Very hot day but still quite pleasant on the water.
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Kyliemichelleh
Sep 17, 2025
Excellent A++++ - Great tour and learnt a lot, the host was very informative. Would recommend for anyone that is interested in the History of Australia.
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Shelly_k
Sep 11, 2025
What a experience on the Bombings of Darwin - What a wonderful experience so informative and very interesting in what happened in the bombing of Darwin highly recommend doing tour is you want more information on it and seeing Dariwn from the water the two gentmen were lovely friendly and full of information
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Crh466
Jul 5, 2025
Anzac biscuits and Anecdotes - Great time being educated and entertained about the history and folklore of Darwin Harbour. Really gave shape to the reality of both the home front and the attack.
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Lorraine_m
Jul 5, 2025
Very informative, great... - Very informative, great knowledge of Darwin Bombing with humour included , 2nd tour for myself, but took grandson
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Snorm57
May 23, 2025
A history experience! - The commentary was amazing.You could tell they had a passion for what they do.I didn't even know anything about the bombing.They took the boat to crucial spots in the bombing even got to see the naval base up close.
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Arthur_r
May 28, 2025
Not bad at all - If you have an interest in WW II and in the Pearl Harbor attack, learning about the subsequent and similar attack on Darwin may be worthwhile for you.
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Michael_d
Sep 17, 2025
The guide is very... - The guide is very knowledgeable and entertaining! Tells of tragic stories of battle and survival in a lighter way
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From $45
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).