Pinnacles Day Tour – Travel to where the horizon touches the sky, for a star-studded, desert adventure in the midst of the incredible rock formations of the Pinnacles National Park.
Witness the sun sink beneath the Indian Ocean, before marvelling at the glistening stars and Milky Way forming in front of your eyes. An evening highlight is looking up and listening to the Dreamtime stories behind the stars and pointing out the different constellations making up Aboriginal Astrology.
This tour provides the latest in telescope equipment, so you can simply attach your
smartphone to take stunning pictures of the night sky.
Includes
- Small Group Adventure
- Experienced & Knowledgable Guide
- All Taxes & Fees
- Wifi on board
- Hotel Pick up & Drop off
- Visit the famous Pinnacles Desert
- Coastal town of Guilderton
- Dinner under stars with wine
- Nilgen Lookout / Hangover Bay
- Acccommodation pickup/dropoff
- Lancelin Lookout
- Visit boutique chocolate store
- Optional Crystal caves tour
- Trip length: 1 Day
- Group size: 21 Max
- Start: Perth
- End: Perth
- Vehicle: Mini Coach
- Sleep: Non
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Itinerary
Join us on tour for a Pinnacles Day Tour exploring some of the West Coast’s most stunning natural regions. Enjoy a star-studded adventure of twinkling twilight and wildlife in the native wonderland of the Pinnacles.
Leave behind city life for a one-day treat to some of Western Australia’s best natural wonders.
After 1.5 hours from Perth, we stop to stretch our legs and take in the views from Lancelin lookout, home to the largest network of sand dunes in Western Australia. These gigantic snow-white dunes are a stark contrast to the glistening turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean in the distance.
Shake the sand out of your shoes, before we travel on to the Nilgen Nature Reserve. In a region abundant with flora and fauna, we’ll wander through a kaleidoscopic of wildflowers, including the likes of banksias, bottlebrush, heath, grass trees, and kangaroo paws; all bursting with life, when in season. If the flowers are in hiding, we’ll instead head over to Hangover Bay, where you can dip your toes in the crystal-clear waters or spot the likes of bottlenose dolphins and sea lions.
With our lungs full of fresh sea air, it’s time to journey on to the Nambung National Park to witness the remarkable Pinnacles desert at sunset. Made up of shells, the Pinnacles date back millions of years to a time when the land was beneath the sea. Best explored at dusk when the crowds evaporate and the thousands of limestone pillars rise eerily out of the desert; watch the colours change over the rocks, creating a lunar-like atmosphere.
Enjoy a Picnic dinner accompanied by a glass of local product wine (all included), while we settle in for a spectacular light show of natural wonder, beneath the sky. As the darkness sets, it’s time to marvel at the other-worldly beauty of the stars and planets, swirling high above. Listen to the ancient stories of the Aboriginal Dreamtime and gaze light-years away.
Meals: Dinner. Driving distance: 420km. Walking distance: ~1km / 2km.
Arrival / Departure Info:
Departs Perth: between 12:00pm – 14:00pm
Returns Perth: between 21:30pm – 23:00pm
*A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks. This tour is operated in partnership with GPS Adventures.
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“Unforgettable adventure !”
It was an amazing trip!! The West Coast has the most diverse landscape I've ever seen, from red desert to turquoise bay! I couldn't believe my eyes and I felt really lucky to be able to experience it all. This adventure was absolutely perfect! Our guide Geoffrey was the kindest and most efficient! He took great care of us all, providing useful tips, helping everyone as much as he could and making sure the group got along, with great vibes. The trip felt well organized, and thanks to that, I could enjoy it fully! It is indeed a lot of time on the road to reach Exmouth, but I can tell you it is well worth it! I was travelling alone and was hesitant at first, but it is without a doubt a great option for solo travellers: the group felt like a family by the end of the week, and I really recommend it to everyone unsure about travelling with strangers. It was definitely one of the best trip I've ever experience!
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“First big solo trip, so glad I done it!”
What a truly transformative experience! I am so delighted that I selected Autopia Tours for my journey from Perth to Exmouth and back to Perth.
This marked my inaugural tour and my first time traveling within Western Australia. I embarked on this adventure independently, and I must admit, I had some initial concerns about solo travel. However, by the second day of the tour, our wonderful tour guide Geoff and the delightful individuals in the group had completely put my mind at ease, affirming that I had made an excellent choice for myself.
If you are contemplating a tour with Autopia Tours, I wholeheartedly recommend it!
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“Breathtaking landscapes of Kalbarri National Park, the unique be”
From the very beginning, everything was so well organised, which made the whole journey completely stress-free. A special mention has to go to **Geoff**, whose hard work, attention to detail, and gentle, welcoming personality really made the tour stand out. He kept everything running smoothly while also creating such a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone.
The itinerary itself was fantastic, giving us the chance to thoroughly explore the stunning coastline of Western Australia without the hassle of driving. Highlights included the breathtaking landscapes of Kalbarri National Park, the unique beauty of Shark Bay, and, of course, the incredible Ningaloo Reef. Each stop offered something different and memorable, and the live commentary along the way really enriched our understanding of the region.
Our group was made up of people of various ages, and it was wonderful how well everyone got along. There was a genuine sense of camaraderie from start to finish, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
Accommodation, meals, and included activities were all well thought out, and it was great to have the option to add extra experiences if we wanted.
I have to mention that Geoff went above and beyond to make the trip memorable, even to the point of meeting me in the City when the trip was over - returning the Kindle that I left on the bus. That dedication. Sorry, I can't work out how to add photos.
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“Great Trip”
The Perth to Exmouth return tour was fantastic! Our 7-day trip from June 1st was amazing, thanks to the many memorable highlights and the outstanding leadership of our tour guide, Doug. We also had the best group of warm, friendly people, which made the whole experience even more special.
Doug is a real asset to Autopia. His personality, positive attitude and caring nature showed in everything he did, especially when making sure everyone on the tour was comfortable and well looked after. He kept things organised, drove safely, did a great job with the meals, and stayed professional the whole time. His constant smile and friendly approach really made us feel like we were part of a big family, and I can safely say our whole group was very happy to have him as our guide.
Every stop and activity offered something unique and memorable. I really enjoyed the walk at Kalbarri National Park, and the 25m abseiling with Kalbarri Abseiling was such a thrill. The instructor, Cole, was great, so I would highly recommend it to anyone - no need to be nervous like I was! I’d also highly recommend the optional swim with manta rays and the whale shark tour - they were both fantastic, and I’m so glad I did them.
The Autopia booking team was also great to communicate with. Their prompt and helpful replies made the booking process easy and stress-free, which was very much appreciated.
If I had to change anything it would be to do the one-way trip option and stay longer at Exmouth, then fly back to Perth from there. There is so much more I would have loved to do there.
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“Thanks to an Incredible Guide and Amazing Team Spirit”
I had an amazing experience on the 7-day tour from Perth to Exmouth. The entire itinerary was extremely well organised, and everything ran smoothly throughout the trip. I especially loved how the meals were prepared with participation from the guests — it created such a warm and friendly atmosphere and helped everyone in the group bond really well.
A huge highlight of the tour was our guide, Geoffrey. He was incredibly passionate, knowledgeable, energetic, and always genuinely cared about the comfort and experience of every guest. His leadership and problem-solving skills were outstanding, which helped keep the group organised and ensured we stayed on track with the itinerary. I was truly impressed by his ability to drive long distances, provide informative commentary through the microphone, cook meals, and still constantly offer help and support to everyone in the group. Geoff’s dedication and positive energy made the whole experience even more memorable.
The food was also delicious, and I really appreciated that my dietary requirements were fully accommodated throughout the tour. That level of care made me feel very valued as a guest.
Overall, this tour exceeded my expectations, and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable Western Australia adventure.
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“Great trip”
Exceptional tour alround.Geoffthe tour leader was exceptional in every department.
We had a great group with everyone getting on well despite ages from23 to 73.
It was hectic but whale sharks manta rays dolphins dugongs beautiful coral in beautiful clear blue waters at the same time being in the vast outback was simply amazing. Exceptional
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“Great trip”
Very good stays, with a fairly fast pace but magnificent landscapes and wild animals throughout the journey! (I have a slight preference for Monkey Mia with the dolphins by the beach at sunset, but Shell Beach is also beautiful!),
I recommend the excursions to Coral Bay with the manta rays and/or Exmouth with the whale sharks; it is definitely something you will not regret!
The interventions by the guide Jeff are also very relevant and add a little extra to the trip.
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“Fantastic.”
Geoff was our guide and he was excellent. Very kind down to earth and organised. The people the guide and the weather on this particular week are what made it an amazing. The whale shark add on experience was a highlight and worth the money after travelling so far! Only down side is it is a lot of driving/time sitting in the bus for the week but other than that would 100% recommend for anyone wanting to explore the West Coast in a group.
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“Wide experience and very well organized”
Trip of several hours with various stops. A park to see Koala and kangaroos in the wild, the Pinnacle Desert (main destination), a simple but discreet dinner (with the possibility to upgrade and eat lobster), and a stop to admire the starry sky with in-depth astronomical explanations. All accompanied by a very experienced guide who accompanied us throughout the time (including bus travel), with explanations on each topic. Really a serious organization and very well done. Highly recommended!
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“Kind driver-guide on Pinnacles Sunset Tour”
Compliment for Tour Guide/Driver - Federico on Pinnacles Sunset Tour
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“Made the best out of what we had”
It was a great guided tour, and our guide (Fred) was very knowledgeable and engaging in his explanations. The picnic buffet was plenty and varied. We had bad luck with the clouds blocking the best of the sunset and stargazing, but the guides made the best out of the situation.
Would recommend for people and groups.
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“Pinnacles”
Good trip with a few lovely stops on the way. Our guide/driver did a great job and worked very hard, not great WHS by this company, she was operating on her own with a group of 28 as driver and guide on this long tour getting back to Perth at 10.30pm
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“Best tour ever!”
This is by far the best tour I have ever done in Australia… if not, the world!
Ellie, our driver, guide and caterer, was beyond exceptional… so knowledgeable and capable - she had great energy and single-handedly made our day the most remarkable experience ever. Cannot thank her enough. Highly recommend this to all!
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“Enjoyable experience!”
I had a really enjoyable time and our guide Ellie was amazing! Her knowledge along the way whilst we were driving between stops, and importantly at each stop, was really interesting and helpful. As an Australian I learnt a few things! Ellie also provided clear instructions and made the trip really interesting and fun. Everything was well organised and this tour was well worth the money and time spent. I highly recommend it and a big thank you to Ellie!!
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“Must do”
Our guide Adam was great. It was incredible seeing the Pinnacles, definitely a must do. Adam was so knowledgeable and made the whole tour enjoyable, informative and his knowledge of the stars , fabulous. He also produced a very nice spread for dinner and a glass of bubbles topped it. Thank you
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“Pinnacles Tour”
Fabulous experience! Erin our guide was great… knowable and effervescent. Would absolutely recommend.
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“Great experience”
Geoff is a great guide! Genuine care for the group, great tips to make us feel comfortable, and great effort to keep the itinerary useful and comfortable.
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“Unforgettable experience!”
The pinnacle desert tour is definitely one of the highlights of our tour in Australia. Geoff is incredibly kind and informative, he shared a lot of personal stories and recommendation on things to do in Perth along the way to the national park. The weather was perfect for stargazing, the view was sublime to say the least, we could see the constellation with the naked eye. It was a truly epic journey.
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“Thank you Casper”
Caspar was fantastic. He’s not been in Australia for long but his knowledge rivals locals, and he has such respect for indigenous culture and history, and is a great driver. We highly recommend him. Its a well paced tour. The tour would be even better if there was someone to do logistics and set up dinner so Caspar could focus on guiding. Dinner was underwhelming (both the Woolies deli food and the setup) and could be greatly improved for a similar small cost.
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“Pinnacles were amazing”
Adam our driver/tour guide was fabulous, great driver felt very safe. Could have skipped the first 2 stops, 1st one Guilderton, lookout was a long walk uphill from the carpark, ok if fit. Rest was a stained river, with dirty toilets and a gritty store/cafe. 2nd Nilgen Nature Reserve, not in Wildflower season, so just a small track with burnt out bushes, needed binoculars if you wanted to see any sand. 3rd stop Hangover Bay was scenic. Pinnacles were amazing, worth the trip, lovely sunset. Adam set out a nice picnic with bubbles near the Carpark, telescope there too, we were expecting to see the night sky at the actual Pinnacles, saw a few stars (very clear night) but nothing like the photos. Not sure it was a small group though, big bus was full, seats were so close together, no leg room, very cramped for the long journey.
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“Great tour, spectacular views, educational, ideal for all fitnes”
Tour guide Erin was very knowledgeable on local flora + fauna, local history and of the early settlers of Perth. Easy to arrange different pick up with notice
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“Wonderful beautiful experience”
It was a pleasant journey done by geof. Very informative and helpful. Travelled by myself and it was a great experience. The tour guide was very helpful. Excellent tour guide
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“ Iain C 1 contribution 0 Pinnacles Tour Nov 2025 • Couples Fa”
I thought it was wonderful, our guide Erin was very knowledgeable about all areas we covered.
At first I wasn’t too sold on the idea of stargazing, but Erin made it exciting - more than just the southern cross!
Views were spectacular- clouds weren’t ideal but apart from that the weather was perfect
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“Interesting”
Casper made this experience really interesting. He is obviously passionate about star gazing. The pinnacles are also so unique, combined with the sunset makes a lovely setting. Our day was quite cloudy. But worth a trip to view the rock formations and hear mythical stories along the way.
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“Pinnacles well worth a visit especially after sunset”
Beth was an excellent guide/ tour leader. Pinnacles us an amazing spot. Good to have someone driving. Especially coming home after dark. Bus a bit cramped, but great experience
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“Pinnacles at sunset”
Pinnacle's dessert at sunset was amazing. Picnic under the incomparable starry sky that Geoff set out was very nice. During the comfortable bus ride there, he spoke well about nature and the history of the indigenous people.
We made some stops on the way up that were nice but that maybe didn’t fully live up to expectations based on the trip description both on what we got to see and the time allocated to it.
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“The truly amazing Pinnacles”
Visiting the Pinnacles is well worth it - far more impressive that expected. Went with Casper who was a very obliging driver/host. His interest in the stars and aboriginal knowledge gained of the stars was very evident at the end of the day.
Perhaps the trip promo ought to drop the ref to “Dinner under the stars with a glass of wine” Something of an oversell there.
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“Casper!!”
Casper. was an insightful guide with such knowledge and respect to the indigenous community. His humour, knowledge and driving skills made this trip a hit!
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“Outstanding experience”
The Pinnacles sunset tour with Autopia was an outstanding experience. Our guide, Casper, was knowledgeable, helpful and fun, making this a great day tour for all of us. The Pinnacles are amazing, and the tour's balance between programmed and flexible time there and at the stops along the way was perfect. Casper's star talk was excellent, including constellations known to us and others from Dreamtime stories. Even the picnic nibbles were yummy.
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“A beautiful day”
The leadership is friendly The arranged time and attractions are also good
Dinner is abundant Bubble wine is also good to drink
Although a lot of people, but they are divided into two teams, ensuring the experience of the small team
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“Informative and enjoyable”
It was low key, and our guide Erin was informative and knowledgeable, respectful of First Nations. A nice small group of people. Felt like we were visiting and not intrusive
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“Great trip!”
Weather was perfect for the trip. Erin was very knowledgeable especially when it came to star gazing at the end of the night. Would highly recommend as a great day trip.
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“Highly recommend”
Surely the Casper guide increases the rating, if he had not been there I probably would have put a lower engagement. Casper is a super, nice and knowledgeable guide. Places are worth a visit, but the price is excessive. Particularly negative note the dinner. It is not good, I did not expect otherwise, but you can do better, offering e.g. hot drinks given the cold weather.
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“Fun at Pinnacles”
Wonderful experience with Casper who definitely knew his stuff! The ride was long from Perth but worth it. We wandered through the Pinnacles, an amazing sight! After dinner he gave a wonderful lecture about the stars and answered all questions. Everyone was excited to see the Southern Cross
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“Beautiful tour. Recommended”
Caspar guide and driver excellent, prepared, attentive, likeable.
Places of extraordinary beauty.
Have a nice dinner in the open air.
Wonderful starry
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“Really recommended!”
We loved the Pinnacles, the stargazing and our very sympathetic, knowledgeable, easy to understand tour guide Casper.
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“Holiday adventure”
Everything was great. Young lady deserves a raise. Only thing is hot dinner would be better in the colder months. Go was worth every cent.
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“Great tour despite overcast night sky”
Great afternoon and night. Weather was not on our side as it was cloudy, but did clear for a few moments for star gazing. We arrived just before sunset and took some good photos.
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“Great tour to see the pinnacles and the stars”
The Autopia Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner Experience was fantastic! It was a well organised tour that allowed us to get out of the city and see some of WA's beautiful landscapes and coastline.
While the drive to the Pinnacles was long, there were plenty of stops to see the coast, view points, sand dunes and to grab a snack which also provided a chance to stretch your legs.
The pinnacles and stargazing were definitely the highlights as was the picnic dinner under the night sky. There was plenty to eat and drink and the stars were so much brighter and clearer than you ever get to see in the city.
We had a fantastic guide, which made the trip even more special. She was very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and wonderfully entertaining. You could really feel her passion for her job.
If you’re looking for a unique and memorable way to explore the Pinnacles, I would recommend this tour.
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“Good Tour”
It was all in all a good afternoon and evening spent. Decent group size - not too big. The breaks were just nice and views are awesome. Although, do check whether or not there will be a full moon during your tour as that does spoil the view of the milky way and the suns.
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“Pinnacles Stargazer”
Fantastic trip. Gus was a great driver and guide with great information. we were blessed with outstanding weather, clear skies for Star gazing.
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“Stunning experience!”
The tour itself was great. If it matters to you that it’s a small group, be aware this minibus has 40+ people crammed onboard. But it was lovely to get to see this spectacular scenery in such lovely weather conditions, and the food was great too.
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“Fantastic Tour!”
Would have been better if the fires hadn't stopped us from seeing the other places.
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“Just perfect ”
We are thoroughly enjoying the tour—it’s been an amazing experience! The people, especially our tour guide, are absolutely perfect for this journey. Our guide is not only caring and personable but also incredibly experienced. Even with the annual bushfire risks in Australia, the guide was well-trained to navigate around fire-prone roads, ensuring our safety at all times. Despite the demanding nature of the tour, with tasks like providing valuable information, supporting participants, finding safe routes, driving, preparing and serving dinner, and managing cleanup efficiently, our guide handled everything with remarkable time management and professionalism. I’d give him a 100/10 for his dedication and skill.
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“Fantastic Tour! Great day!”
The Pinnacles were amazing! So interesting to see how they were formed. The star gazing was just beautiful and so peaceful. Monty our guide was so informative and lovely.
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“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Absolutely wonderful experience. Doug was informative, funny, helped with photos. Nothing was rushed, food was good.
The Pinnacle’s are wonderful & should not be missed, sunset was amazing & enjoyed the star gazing. Luckily had a fabulous clear night sky
100% recommend this tour
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“Fantastic Tour! Lovely Day!”
This was an amazing experience. A long day but so worth it. Erin was just terrific. So knowledgeable, helpful and very capable. Being a tour guide is clearly her passion. The stops along the way are beautiful and well timed. The Pinnacles themselves are an incredible sight. After a walk amongst them and over to the lookout we enjoyed a dinner of fresh rolls, meat and salads and a glass of bubbly! Then came the stargazing. We were lucky enough to have a clear night and Erin’s knowledge of the constellations was excellent. Then the long drive home where Erin’s driving skills were tested by a wayward kangaroo! Absolutely fabulous day and would highly recommend.
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“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Great commentary and good local knowledge. Lots of information for the stargazing and a good knowledge of what we were looking at. Plenty of food and wine to end the day.
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“Fantastic Tour! Lovely Day!”
Great way to see the Pinnacles and star gazing in the desert. A big day out! Our driver/tour guide, Doug, was excellent. Would recommend
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“Fantastic Tour! Great day!”
A very engaging and relaxing tour! We loved the beach stops, and of course the Pinnacles desert. The formations, the sunset, the dinner, the stargazing and the guide were perfect!
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“Amazing Tour! Great Experience!”
Amazing experience. Very good food assortment for dinner. Clouds cleared and the sky was full of stars, galaxies, planets a d Milky Way
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“Fantastic Tour! INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE!!”
Was a great tour. And our guide had really interesting info on the locations and also on the stars and planets. And the sunset over the pinnacles was to die for.
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“incredible experience ! and Great day!”
What an amazing experience. I would most certainly recommend this tour to anyone.
I booked this tour as a Christmas present for my immediate family. There were 10 of us in total with ages ranging from 74 to 9.
Claire was amazing from the time I enquired about the tour continuing through to the days following the tour. She was so helpful and was very accommodating to our needs.
Our tour started on Saturday the 28th of December 2024 when we were picked up at
my home at 1.45 and headed on our adventure.
Gavin our driver and tour guide was a very experienced driver and guide. His commentary was very informative, and even though we live in Western Australia, he was able to give us some facts that were new to us.
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“Fantastic Tour! INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE!!”
Such an incredible experience! We loved everything about it. The highlights were:
* fantastic guide - very informative and witty
* The Pinnacles - wow! What an incredible and unique landscape.
* Dinner - delicious picnic under the stars
* Star gazing experience - stunning and learned a lot.
Thanks for a wonderful experience
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“Fantastic Tour! Lovely Day!”
Erin made the difference in what could have been just a long bus ride into a pleasant experience. Her knowledge, humor, personable-ness, and driving skills all translated into a fun, full experience. The Pinnacles themselves are magnificant. To experience them in a small-group setting was nice. Glad also we could dip a toe into the Indian Ocean - a bonus.
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“incredible experience ! and Great day!”
This was an amazing experience, well worth every $. We had a stop in a community LANCELIN, don't miss the meat pies at the bakery. Experiencing the sand dunes was a hoot, what Fun we had. Then further north th the pinnacles. Every guide shared a wealth of wisdom, I learned alot...
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“Fantastic Tour!”
Erin our host was very professional, the stops was enjoyable and the buffet dinner was perfect.
We had a bright moon so the sky was not that dark but it was okay
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“Amazing Tour!”
We did this a few days ago and really enjoyed it! As describes. Danny our tour guide was so Knowledgable and had a good sense of humour. We learnt a lot and had a laugh, he knew a lot about the stars which was interesting and even tho it was a bit cloudy he still managed to explain so much and we still saw a good amount of stars!
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“Great day trip and Great tour guide!”
This activity was great! Driver was very nice and friendly and he gave us very interesting explanations about places and things to visit while here in Perth. Pinnacles desert is wonderful and we had enough time to walk around and visit it. Dinner as well was good, buffet style so everyone could pick up their choices and at the end there was plenty of food for everyone. Star gazing very nice as well. Definitely recommended!!
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“Spectacular scenery and interesting stops on the way”
Well organised and friendly and knowledgeable guide. Pinnacles are spectacular, especially if you go further afield and away from the tourists and instagrammers.
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“Excellent day trip”
Loved the whole day. We did a few stops along the way to the pinnacles that were lovely. Summer and Doug were our tour guides and did an excellent job. The information was clear and interesting, especially the star gazing part. Dinner was good too!
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“Great day out in the wild”
Amazing day out. Summer our guide was great. I am not sure that it ever really stopped raining all day! Despite the bad weather Summer led us on a great day. Thank you for a memorable experience.
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“Great tour”
The tour was very fun and informative! Erin was a great guide and very generous with the wine-star gazing was the best.
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“Pinnacles, constellations and planets”
The views were amazing. Walking around the pinnacles while the sun was setting was gorgeous. Definitely needed a jumper and a woolly hat as the temperature dropped after the sun went down. We had a clear sky and so we got to see several constellations and even saw Venus and Saturn through the telescope.
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“Awesome and unique”
What an amazing tour from start to finish. Em was so engaging, knowledgeable and made sure we had the best time
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“Fun & interesting day”
Our tour guide Danny was friendly, helpful and informative, his commentary along the way was interesting and engaging.
The Pinnacles is a fantastic site, seen later in the afternoon was perfect for a walk and photography. The cold picnic dinner provided was good, plenty to eat, it’s a remote sight, there are no bbq’s. Danny did a great job, setting up the meal and ensuring we all had drinks & enough to eat.
We thoroughly enjoyed the day with great company.
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“Best experience on Pinnacles Dessert”
Im so impressed by all the experience i got. Sama/Summer as our tour guide really helpfull. At first i thought i can play with sand dunes at Lancelin turns out just look put but its okay because it pay off with the view of stars
Definitely want to go back again
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“Pinnacles at s7nset”
Great trip. Emma, driver, tour guide and host all rolled into one. She was great.
Only draw back my husband is 6ft4". Seats did not have enough leg room for long trip.
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“Pinnacle sunset stargazing tour!”
What an experience!
Lead by the wonderful Summer who was so friendly and knowledgeable, the day went by so quickly learning about the different areas of the places we visited from Perth up to the Pinnacles.
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“Wonderful”
The tour leader was very friendly and helpful. The tour was wonderful and comfortable. I truly recommend Autopia to be your partner to experience Pinnacles Sunset Stargazing Dinner
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“Good tour”
The guide, Summer was friendly and knowledgeable and did a great job.
My only negative would be I would have liked more time for the stargazing and to take some astrophotography.
The stargazing felt a bit rushed.
Overall a good tour.
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“Pinnacles & Star gazing”
Emma our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and organised. We really enjoyed her star gazing talk. Saw some lovely spots on the way to the pinnacles.
We were there at sunset which was amazing.
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“Picturesque Pinnacles”
We were lucky to have the lovely Emma lead our tour. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the places we visited. Unfortunately due to cloud coverage, we were unable to see the stars but Emma did her best to explain what we couldn’t see.
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“The magical Pinnacles”
We had a great trip with our guide Emma. Perfect amount of stops along the way and a great knowledge of the area. Unfortunately the clouds didn’t allow us much of a star gazing experience, but the pinnacles themselves were magical. Many photo opportunities at the pinnacles. I would recommend Emma as a host , really knew her stuff from the drive to the star gazing.
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“Emma a great guide. Tour average”
Our guide/driver Emma did an outstanding job as our tour leader for this trip. She looked after everyone's needs and I commend her for her excellent driving skills through the pouring rain we encountered on our trip home.
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“Put it on your bucket list!”
An amazing part of our beautiful country, an absolute must see when in WA. The sky at night is amazing! It is a long journey there and back to Perth, and would have been much more comfortable in a more appropriate bus. Whilst Barry the bus is cute, it is an incredibly small seating space, quite claustrophobic, with no leg room and nowhere for backpacks etc except for your lap Summer was a delight, a very knowledgeable tour guide and lots of fun. Thanks Summer!
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“A must see around Perth”
Had a great time with a small group visiting the pinnacles
Sanne our Dutch guide was superb, friendly and fun.
It was my first time seeing the Milky Way so I was super happy!
A must see when in Perth
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“Nice tour”
It was nice and our tour guide (Sana) were very good, but even though you tell about your diets/allergies it doesn’t help. They have standard menu on the dinner.
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“Great day and evening at the Pinnacles”
Gus was very friendly and gave us lots of advice nformation, dinner had a great selection. Our 12 year old grandaughter loved it. The night was cld and the sky was clear, so we saw plenty of stars.
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“Pinnacles was great ”
It was a fantastic experience - the highlight definitely the Pinnacles and star gazing. It was so desolate, but so unexpectedly beautiful. Andreas did a great job, was trustworthy and he was super informative and helpful. If you have half a day free, this is certainly worth the trip.
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“Enjoyable day ”
The Guides are friendly and knowledgeable with interesting stories about the places we visited. Regrettably the night was cloudy and we can't see the stars. The dinner spread is fine and there are more than enough food and wine for everyone. Recommend to join this 1 day outing.
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“Very impressive”
This is very different, it's difficult to see Just what the Pinnacles are made of. So different. It's a site to see. Also don't forget the fly spray. We saw a lot of Australian salutes (fly swatting).
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“Great Day Trip”
Day trip to the Pinnacles Desert was a fantastic experience. Had a couple of stops at Lancelin and the Wedge Lookout to stretch our legs, but the highlight was no doubt the stunning landscape and sunset at the Pinnacles Desert.
We had a casual picnic with plenty of food and snacks, and the cloud stayed away long enough for us to do some stargazing (though the telescope did not get much effective use!)
Danny was a great host, very knowledgeable of the region and its cultural history, whilst keeping us entertained with his humor.
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“Easy no fuss way to see the Pinnacles.”
Erin our guide knows everything about everything! She was also our driver and our chef and managed to do it all with good cheer! The trip allowed plenty of time to see the pinnacles and is a great no stress option. Thanks Erin!
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“Pinnacles”
Pinnacles were beautiful sunset was lovely stars were nice. Dinner was lovely, tour guide was very informative, but it would have been nice to drive in the pinnacles and have dinner watching the sunset at a vantage point which we saw other tours doing- bus was really uncomfortable
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“Definitely worth visiting”
We booked the ½ day Pinnacles Stargazing Tour with Wildlife Tours Australia (same company as Autopia but price was less- they merged during pandemic). We only wanted the half day tour which left midday, and we stopped along the way in Lancelin (very small town) to the lookout and stretch our legs, Hangover Bay (lovely looking beach) and Nilgen lookout. The bus was full with about 25 people (my husband felt his legs were cramped as he was very tall but I was fine)
We then headed to Nambung National Park to see the Pinnacles. Wow - these limestone structures for as far as the eye can see. Somewhat eerie but beautiful. Our tour was only to walk around - there is a path (there is a car road but we did not drive) so everyone disbursed. It was windy so with sand blowing we tried to focus on having the wind at our backs, then headed to the deck to watch sunset.
Our tour guide Denny was great. Meanwhile he was setting up the picnic dinner for us - very upscale picnic with cheese and crackers, strawberries, then nice salads and meat choices. He had Prosecco and juice (no water, so best to bring your own).
Once it was dark, he gave us a stargazing tour - wow, wow and wow. It was a clear night and there were so many stars. It is pitch black so you could really see the stars. We brought flashlights (although cell phones do have that capability). We saw the Southern Cross, Jupiter, the Milky Way and so many more.
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“Fully recommended tour.”
My wife and I started the tour with a slight hiccup, a couple who hadn't read the emails properly made us start late, but Erin and Summer, our tour advisors, took it in their stride. Erin started the tour with great information about Perth and continued it for most of the journey to the Pinnacles. On arrival, she gave us a great explanation for the Pinnacles and later really good information on the night sky and then showed us Jupiter through her telescope. The camaraderie shown by Erin and Summer to all of us on the tour was excellent, and the evening meal they organised was well laid out and enjoyable. I think I can say that all of us appreciated the care they took in looking after us. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone interested in a good day out from Perth, definitely 5 stars....
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“Amazing day out - highly recommend!!”
Each and every location we stopped at was simply amazing!
One standout highlight was our driver, Erin.......
Fun, informative, kind, patient. She made this trip awesome!!!!
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“Pinnacles and sunset: what else?”
The tour was delightful from beginning to end, we were 15 individuals in a charming yet practical minibus (maybe the addition of headrests could enhance comfort during the journey). Our guide and driver, Sue, was exceptionally well-versed in the region’s natural history, sharing captivating tales of the area’s historical events. The mid-journey break was much appreciated, allowing us to savour watermelon, stretch, and take in the surrounding vistas. It was a wise decision to take us on preliminary bus tour of the Pinnacles, which gave us ample opportunity to capture photos and marvel at the stunning natural formations. The dinner was satisfying, offering a wide selection of dishes, though dining with a bit more daylight might have enhanced the experience. The stargazing segment was truly remarkable, thanks to the fortuitous absence of clouds. This is an experience I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone in Perth!
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“Pinnacles”
The tour guide was amazing and we had a great time . Must visit to Pinnacles with this tour. Amazing sunset and stargazing.
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“Pinnacles adventure”
Erin was fantastic and can’t recommend it enough,
Veggie option for dinner great, stars and Pinnacles were beautiful
Just make sure you have a warm clothing as the evening can be cool
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“Stargasing and sunset experience at Pinnacles”
We had an awesome sunset and star gazing experience. Erin was lovely and knowledgeable. She and Lance took us to pinnacles and back home safely, entertained us with some spooky stories too :)
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“Great experience with Dani !”
We went on this Tour with Dani. It was great, Dani is an amazing guide, very kind and funny. He knew a lot about the region, the native people and told us amazing stories about the stars. The desert itselft and the stops on the road are amazing ! And the sky at night is wonderful
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“Very good, a must do when visiting WA”
The tutor guide we had was very accommodating and gave us an excellent commentary. Dinner was not worth staying to have a picnic under the stars as seating on mats was unvomfortable due to age and knee problems.
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“Book the trip!”
Highlight of our visit to Perth. Brilliant trip which was made 5 star by our tour guide Sue. Her gift for storytelling and dry wit made the 2 hour journey in our air conditioned minibus very enjoyable with stops along the way, including the lovely Lancelin. The pinnacles national park was awe inspiring, expecially once I understood the history of how it was formed, thanks again to Sue. Just the right amount of free time to wander amongst the pinnacles before gathering as a group again for a splendid moonlit picnic and star gazing. Book the trip!
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“ Rachelle D Rachelle D 1 contribution 0 Fabulous! Nov 2023 • F”
Great day trip to the North. Jam packed with nature and information about the first settlers, shipwrecks and the aboriginal people! Remember to take something warm as it cools down quickly in the evening. Sue, our tour guide is super knowledgeable and made the trip!!
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“Fabulous!”
We had a fantastic guide in Sue, who was very knowledgeable about the flora, fauna and history of places. When we got to The Pinnacles, the views were amazing and changing all the time with the setting sun... and the stars were something else! We had a fabulous time thank you!
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“Sunset Pinnacles Tour”
I enjoyed the sunset tour of the Pinnacles very much. It was amazing to see as the sun goes down. Erin our guide/driver produced a lovely dinner which we had as the last of the sunset disappeared and the stars came out.
I like the smaller group that comes with this tour.and Erin was very knowledgeable and informative, and always had an upbeat manner.
If it wasn't for those swarms of flys along the way, it would have been 5 stars. They disappeared as the sun went down thankfully.,
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“Well worth the trip and our guide Darryl was excellent”
A full afternoon and evening broken up with some interesting pit stops. The pinnacles are amazing and we received a great explanation on their history and makeup. Picnic in the stars was great fun despite the wind and of course the star gazing was epic.
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“Well worth the trip and our guide Darryl was excellent”
A full afternoon and evening broken up with some interesting pit stops. The pinnacles are amazing and we received a great explanation on their history and makeup. Picnic in the stars was great fun despite the wind and of course the star gazing was epic.
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“Stargazing at the Pinnacles”
Fantastic experience great to have access to stargazing equipment and knowledgeable guides. Plus great BBQ tea too ( with wines)
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“An amazing experience”
From the efficient pick up and informative and fun narrative from Sue the 2 hour trip to the Pinnacles flew by. I wasn’t sure what to expect when we arrived…. To leaving having seen an amazing landscape and sunset this trip is worth the effort. Our guide Sue was great fun and it was so nice to see someone so passionate about their job. If I could possibly give a piece if feedback is to put a little more thought into the picnic…. But that didn’t spoil what was a great day.
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“The Pinnacles - one of the best”
This trip was one of the best my wife and I have experienced ever. Everything about it from booking arrangement to drop-off back at hotel was first-class. Our driver and tour guide Sue possesses a fantastic depth of knowledge about local history, flora and fauna and the celestial night sky and kept us all entertained throughout the entire trip. Watching the sun set in a clear sky from the Pinnacles with a glass of fizz followed by views of the Milky Way and stars in the night sky with no light pollution is simply breathtaking. An absolutely brilliant trip with Sue as the undoubted ‘star’.
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“Spectacular Pinnacles tour.”
It was a magic day. Spectacular scenery and Sue our guide and driver was knowledgeable and funny and made it really special. Would thoroughly recommend.
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“Amazing”
Thanks to Darryl and Bernadette for being our tour guides. Definitely a must to see the Pinnacles during daylight and sunset. Amazing to view the moon, the star Vega & Uranus via the telescope on our trip. Take a coat, windy and cold at night.
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“Stargazing”
Sue was our host,
She takes care of everything from making sure you know where to meet up, comfortable in her coach bus to dietary requirements… everything! ☺️
Very patient and full of knowledge to answer our questions.
Stargazing in the dark was a really great experience.
Highly recommended tour to spend a day from Perth city.
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“Memorable trip to the Pinnacles and amazing Stargazing experienc”
My family and I went on the Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing tour at the start of September and it was by far our favourite highlight of our trip.
We had Carlos as our guide and he was fantastic. Very knowledgable with his history. He was entertaining throughout the journey. He was on time with the pick-ups and everything went according to schedule.
When we got to the pinnacles, it was a sight to behold. Hundreds of them spaced away from each other in variant distances and with many different size and shapes.
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“Pinnacle day trip”
Our tour guide Carlos takes well care of everyone and he is excellent. The only uncontrollable thing is the weather.
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“Totally worth it”
It was wonderful!
We‘ve got so many Information about history, flowers, animals.
Wonderful stops throughout the Tour and the pinnacles itself were just amazing!
We‘ve good a really good Dinner and we really enjoyed the trip with our lovely guide Sue.
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“Spectacular”
Great day trip and spectacular sites throughout the day. The sunset was the highlight out in the pinnacles, as well as the stars. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed hearing all the history
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“10/10”
That was just great.
Geoff is 10/10.
Great people, amazing landscape and breathtaking sunset!
I truly recommend this experience!
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“Unforgettable”
The experience was unforgettable! The landscape and the explanation about it was really great! Love it
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“Great tour due to a great driver/guide”
The Pinnacles tour is really awesome as the breathtaking landscape with those amazing geological formations are so amazing to see. The tour was made most memorable because we have a very good driver cum guide who was very friendly and helpful. He ensures that everyone is well taken care of. I must say he is a true professional who does his job so well. A real asset to the company.
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“Pinnacles Day Trip”
Our trip started with a minor hiccup as I had to change the pick up point wirh the Admin , BUT thanks to Carlos had the initiative to call us and the new pick up point closer to our accommodation was arranged shortly after the arranged time at 1200hrs.
The overall experience was great , calling into Lancelin,Nilgen Nature Reserve, and then on to the Pinnacles at 1400hrs.
The time spent there was amazing and interesting learning how the accepted theory of how this particular area was formed over the 1000's of years.
Finally , after 1800hrs, Carlos had our dinner ready then onto the star gazing through the powerful telescope that had front row seat on the way up.
Trip concluded at 1030hrs back at the Adina.
Thank you to Carlos and team the experience was great .
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“Solid Experience”
Our guide was professional and knowledgeable. She drove safely and was a good host. During the stargazing portion of our trip, she shared some great tips on how to find constellations and told us some aboriginal stories about them.
The stars were some of the best I've seen. if you're lucky enough to schedule this for a clear night you're in for a treat. Bring water with you or make sure to fill up in Lancelin. There isn't potable water in the park and you get there after the gift shop closes. Make sure to bring a warm layer if going in the winter. It gets cold quickly when the sun goes down.
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“Amazing Tour”
We had an amazing time with our guide Geoffrey! He gave us a lot of interesting facts and stories. The view was spectacular and absolutely worth it!
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“Anytime again”
Friends recommended the tour to us and we were thrilled to be able to see and experience it all. Jeff was a great guide who told us about the history of the Aborigines, about his life and took us to great places. Unfortunately it was not the right time of year to see the wildflowers, but we had more time to look around the Pinnacles. Warm clothes are a must, as it gets quite cold once the sun goes down. The tour is more than worth a recommendation, we would do it again any time. As we come from Germany, this was a unique experience.
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“A must do from Perth”
Geoff was a fantastic guide and thanks to him did one of my best guided tour ever.
Highly recommended. Learned a lot along the way, which is a great plus.
Thanks,
Sylvain
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“Small sized, low effort adventure with amazing natural beauty at”
Favourite part was the destination itself. I had no idea this lunar landscape existed. As you drive into the area you are truly amazed by these ancient rock formations. You are free to roam through the rocks, and it’s not all closed in, so there’s plenty of space to experience The Pinnacles at your own pace.
It is a couple of hours out of Perth, but our guide Laura provided good narrative when needed, and broke up the trip with a stop at a lookout on the way, toilet stop for those who needed one, and provided Aussie snacks in addition to the evening meal.
The sunset was marred a bit by cloud, and the near full moon may have detracted from the star gazing a bit, but enabled us to see trip hazards . Laura Holmes was a very friendly guide, and ensured she got to know each tourist and a bit about their lives. She was genuinely interested in her clients, and is both experienced and knowledgeable in her tour destinations.
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“Australian wonders.”
Total amazing experience. Geoff was a great guide. Communication with booking staff was out standing. Nice small groups makes for a better experience, just do it.
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“Perfect day trip outside Perth”
Magnificent views and very good guide telling the details. Also good opportunity to explore West Australia. Climate condition was also very good.
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“Unforgetable trip”
The trip to the pinnacles was a highlight of our visit to WA.
Everything was great - from the operator's courtesy call a few days before to the last minute with our guide.
Sue was unbelievable - professional, knowledgeable, with an incredible sense of humor and a constant commitment to safety.
Beautiful landscapes, coastal flora and fauna, grandiosity of Milky way as well as legends of Yuat people and other communities, history and love for the land and its inhabitants made this trip unforgettable.
You nailed it, Sue!
Thank you,
Elena and Anatoli (Melbourne)
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“well spoken, well planned, lovely dinner and an all out fun day”
Our guide "Geoff" was informative, very well educated, knowledgable and shared local information on all aspects of the trip from Perth.
Geoff was caring and kept us all engaged in the tour, for the long drive.
At the late evening he set up a wonderful dinner and it was clean and n a lovely area.
I would reccomend any person to travel with geoff on the Pinnacle tour, you will not be bored.
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“So worth it!”
Mr Jeff was super friendly, he made us feel comfortable throughout the entire trip despite the differences in our race and religion (muslim). Although it was a long journey, he made sure we all had the best of time. He even made sure we saw our first kangaroos in Australia! Overall, so worth it :)
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“Great day.”
Gavin was a great host. He was on time and the commentary during the drive was informative. Sand dunes was awesome. The Pinnacles were amazing. Star gazing was good also, as well as dinner.
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“Wonderful tour guide, good food and stunning nature”
I must say that this was one of the best tours i had in 8 months of traveling Australia. Sue, our Tourguide was wonderful. She gave us lots of interesting information about the pinnacles formation and history and told us some really nice aboriginal stories. The nature was stunning and we were lucky to see a clear night sky. The dinner and champagne was also really nice. I would recommend the tour to anyone.
Cheers
Robert
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“Pinnacles- just an amazing and spiritual place”
It was such a wonderful and unforgettable experience made even better by our tour guide Misty. Her knowledge of where we travelled made it hard to believe this was her first time taking a group to the Pinnacles. Her ability to help.us connect to the places we visited was amazing and the time flew by, as did the dad jokes
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“Great experience very professional tour company a good way to ge”
It was a great experience, a one of a kind that leaves lasting memories from the awesome Pinnacle landscape to the amazing sunset & star gazing experience. The night sky was truly spectacular We were taken there by Autopia Tours & everything about the tour was highly professional. Geoff our tour guide did everything to make sure we enjoyed ourselves from start to finish & nothing was too much trouble. Very safe driver too. We were in good hands.
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“Sunsets and stars”
This lived up to our expectations and more.
We were so lucky with the weather. Cloudy leaving Perth but by the tome we got to Lancelin the sun was shining and it was a lovely afternoon.
The meal we had provided was sumptuous and a glass or two of bubbles while watching the sunset capped off the trip. Once all dark the stars came out to entertain us, and brilliant they were.
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“Pinnacles Tour”
We had the best time, perfect weather too. Geoff was an excellent tour guide, entertaining, respectful and we felt very safe with him driving on the dark journey home. Thoroughly recommend.
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“Good day out”
Dinner is a light salad so have a good breakfast. There are a couple of stops enroute but not many that access a shop.
The driver, Sue, was very informative, friendly & fun. Overall, an enjoyable experience that was worth the money.
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“March Tour Experience”
This was a fantastic trip. Sue made the journey interesting and is very knowledgeable about the history of the area. The Pinnacles are fascinating and it was perfect seeing them during golden hour. The food was great and Sue is great at pointing out the stars. It was a great day out.
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“Wonderful experience”
All round great day out.
My particular highlight was the star gazing. An amazing sight.
Sue our Tour Guide was a star!
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“Amazing”
This is an amazing tour. Hard to describe because it's so unusual and unique, I've never seen anything like it. Definitely worth doing!
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“A special day.”
Thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience. Having a small group made such a difference. Our guide/driver, Laura, was excellent in that she provided knowledgeable commentary throughout the day but knew when to step back and leave us to our own devices. The ‘dinner’ was more of a picnic but very enjoyable consisting of cheese platter, cold meats and salads. Champagne was also provided. The stars were phenomenal. Would certainly recommend this excursion.
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“Amazing”
Brilliant trip. Laura was fantastic guide. The views and the stars were amazing and the picnic delicious. Would absolutely recommend.
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“Great all round trip”
A great trip out to the pinnacles with an extremely knowledgeable tour guide. Great food and great views
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“A memorable day with Duffy”
Amazing journey with astonishing views of the ocean, desert, pinnacles, sunset and stary night. Our tour leader and driver was Duffy who provided useful information throughout the tour.
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“Not just Pinnacles”
Amazing experience highly recommend and would do this again. First stop a bakery with a toilet break then to the sand dunes for a little boarding. Next stop Hangover Bay for some educational plant life tour and a walk on the beach. Last stop the Pinnacles National Park to watch the sunset, dinner and lots of stargazing. Very friendly and informative tour guides and amazing things to see.
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“Perfect day trip!”
We had a great time on this trip! Really feels like the long drive is worth it because of the stops along the way! We had “Steve L” as our guide today and he was FAB.
Itinerary is really well thought out and flexible according to the weather and the group.
Dinner was good! Only thing that could be added would be pudding! Fruit was nice but chocolate cake was mentioned and that would go down well on the way home!
Overall a great day and would highly recommend.
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“Full Day”
It was a full day tour with a lot of time sitting in the van. Great to get overview of the places to visit in WA and to come back at a later date. The sunset and star gazing is obviously weather dependent but beautiful nevertheless. Recommend to bring some snacks and lunch as we did the additional crystal cave part and did not have time for lunch. Highlight of the tour was obviously the Pinnacles at the end of the day.
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“Beautiful day trip”
Very nice tour, right length of time, Pinnacles sceneries we’re magnificent, picnic under the night stars was very romantic and beautiful. Thought it was cool and windy at night, suggest to take warm clothes prepare for cool night
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“Nice trip”
Went for the evening Pinnacle trip with Autopia. Trip was in a small group of 12 and our driver/guide - Mark was truly remarkable.
Yanchep National Park is truly serene and beautiful, with Koalas n Kangaroos roaming freely.
We were glad we joined the optional crystal cave tour. Even though not as huge as some caves, the formations of the stalactites n stalagmites at this crystal caves were much more natural and bewildering.
The Pinnacles at dusk were simply mesmerizing, with the Pinnicles scattered allover the golden sand.
And after a delicious picnic dinner, we drove back down the Pinnacles. At night, you can see the Milky Way with a million stars, mindblowing.
Overall, a very well-arranged n wonderful trip! Cheers.
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“Highlight recommend this trip”
Sunset over the Pinnacles .... great Photography.
Tour Guide (Gavin) excellent .... very knowledgeable and informative.
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“Sunset Pinnacles Tour is Great. There was a lot to see in this t”
Yanchep National Park is a pretty place, Was very green with blue lakes. There was a short boardwalk to see koalas. Kangaroos are roaming free. The optional crystal cave tour is interesting and informative. Hangover Bay is a short pretty stop to take in the peaceful scenery. The individual pinnacles are not as large as some people expect but the massive quantity and different shapes makes an incredible landscape. Changing colours are nice before sunset. The Pinnacles lookout is a great place to visit and watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean. The picnic lunch was very nicely prepared and delicious. The stars were amazing and our guide Paul was great at pointing out individual stars and constellations.
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“Gorgeous”
It was beautiful, really. The day was full, and Mike is really nice and funny.
He show us a lot of things, and the dinner was really good
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“Nice Tour”
Nice tour around the national parks, we saw a unique place and different wildlife animals. We also got a very good tour guide.
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“An excellent tour”
I'm so glad I booked this tour. I wanted to see the Pinnacles and tried to book something from Cervantes but there was nothing unless I had a car, so opted to stay in Perth an extra couple of days and booked it from here. Pete, the tour guide, was great, patient, funny, safe and generally fab from the moment he picked us up to the moment he set us down.
We stopped at Yanchep National Park and had the option of visiting Crystal Caves which I highly recommend, then headed to the Pinnacles, then watched the sunset over the Indian Ocean. On our was back to Perth stopped and Pete talked us through a lot of the stars. It was incredible. I cannot recommend this enough
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“A long day with lots of driving, but worth it!!”
This had to be the most interesting adventure of our whole trip. It started out with an on-time pick-up by Mick near our hotel where we met our small and very diverse group of 10 other adventurers in a small older, but comfortable van. Once everyone was loaded up and ready to go we departed for our first stop, Yanchep National Park. Now at this point I am going to stop for a second and say a few things about our tour guide, Mick. You talk about an Outback Aussie straight out of central casting! He is so laid back and carefree at first I was wondering if he was just putting on a show for the tourists. But after a while of talking with him it is really just who he is. From the untucked shirt to the Kangaroo skin hat to his dislike of wearing shoes, he is the real deal. Mick was very personable, knowledgeable, and seemed to know someone wherever we went. With Mick, what you see is what you get. He is very bold, outspoken, and his humor and language can be a little off color, but that really is part of his charm. I would rather have a real person than someone who is pretending to be who they are not! But back to the trip. Yanchep National Park was a nice stop. You are pretty much on your own there but with just a little initiative you can see wild kangaroos and other wildlife in the park. The Koalas are in an enclosure but you are able to walk right under the trees where they are napping for a good look and pictures. We also did the Crystal Cave which was extra, but worth it. After the cave tour it was back into the van for our trip to Hangover Beach near the Pinnacles park. It was very windy that day which, as we approached the ocean, started rocking the van as we went down the highway. I could tell the rocking was making some of the other passengers nervous but there is something to be said about rolling down the highway at 80 KPH, munching on the provided snacks of chips and apples, listening to Mick sing along with his very eclectic music playlist, and watching the confusion on the Japanese tourists faces as he asks them to "Send them crisps up this way mate!" It was a blast!
Hangover beach was OK, nothing amazing. We wound up spending about an hour there before we moved on the the Pinnacles. We got there about 3 hours before sunset so there was plenty of time to explore on our own. Mick did give a little talk about the park, and then sent us on our way with instructions to meet back up for dinner at a specific time. The amount of time we had to explore was just about perfect. A couple of items to be aware of, it is VERY windy there pretty much constantly and it gets cold very quickly! Dress appropriately and bring a jacket! After our exploration time was done everyone met back up at the picnic area in the middle of the park for a dinner of cold rotisserie chicken, potato salad, and a few other sides along with coffee or tea. Dinner was spartan but filling and tasty, and considering the location more than adequate. After dinner was done and everything was put up most of us just stayed around the central area waiting for the sunset. I found it fascinating that you could see the Pinnacles, sand dunes, forest, and the Indian Ocean all from one small area. The sunset was beautiful that evening and we stayed until it was almost completely dark which allowed a gorgeous view of the night sky from the park. Once again I must emphasis about the constant wind and the chill! Be prepared! After Mick got everyone loaded up we started the long journey back to Perth with a short stop on the way in an especially dark area where you can really see the starts and the Milky Way. The view was awe inspiring! At this point everyone was pretty tired and quiet except for Mick! I swear he is like the Energizer Bunny! Once we got back to Perth we were dropped off at the same location we were picked up for the short walk back to our hotel.
So to sum up, It is a long day with LOTS of driving and you will be tired by the end of it. Yanchep National Park is interesting but you need to get off the paths to see some of the wildlife, but that is OK. Koalas are cute but sleepy, the kangaroos will let you get close to them, but be respectful. The Crystal Cave was worth the extra money. Hangover beach was Meh, but there is something to be said about being able to stick your toes in the Indian Ocean. The Pinnacles were beautiful but dress appropriately and be ready for constant wind. Dont expect a gourmet meal there but it is more than adequate and you cannot beat the view! The sunset and the stars are beautiful. If you are wanting a pampered luxury tour, this isn't it. But if you are up for an adventure with a very colorful tour guide (if you have Mick) then this is it
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“Small group pinnacles tour”
Tour was everything I expected. Our guide Mick (Dundee :), a real outdoorsman, was friendly and very interesting to talk to with his knowledge of wildlife and nature..
I went to the crystal caves in the first part of the trip and that was a highlight for me, and desert hiking at the Pinnacles was a good experience.
On the drive back, Mick provided us with the opportunity for additional star gazing when the night sky was at it's brightest.
A worthwhile trip to go on if you're interested in seeing more of the nature just outside of Perth.
The only suggestion I'd offer is to trade-off some time (say an hour) at the Pinnacles during the day for more time at the Yanchup national park. Having done the cave tour, I would have liked a bit of time to explore the national park.
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“Short but great”
We did this trip yesterday, myself and my partner - we had a fantastic trip. No real complaints. We were short on time in Perth and really wanted something interesting to do for the day and this trip was great. Will recommend to friends - thanks!
