Harbour Cruise
A stunning hour and a half cruise around Darwin Harbour.
Darwin Harbour Cruise Sunset Fish & Chips
Experience the famous Top End sun set on Darwin's most adventurous, most unique and most affordable sunset cruise.
2015 Winner
Excellence in Food Tourism
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Fish n' Chips
One serve of fresh local caught fish and chips on board.
Bubbly or beer
Enjoy a complimentary beverage with your meal. Soft drinks available.
Take home souvenir
A Go Vino wine glass or stubby cooler as your memento.
Local crew
Experienced crew members deliver real time commentary.
Lots to see
Sites of interest include HMAS Coonawarra, Parliment House and Cullen Bay.
Sea Life
Opportunistic mammal and marine life sightings.
The Tide Decides
Let the tide decide whether you visit the sandbar or enjoy dinner on board.
Ready to go? Book now
$ 65 per adult
From 1 April 2019 Adult Price will be $69. Children and family rates available at time of booking
Operation Dates
Tour operates daily except Thursday April to October.
Tour operates Wednesdays and Saturdays November to March.
Tour Times
Cruises depart at 5:30pm and return at 7:15pm.
Tour departs and concludes at:
Dock 2
Stokes Hill Wharf
Darwin 0800
"The sunset fish 'n chips cruise was a beautiful way to end our day in Darwin. It was well organised and informative, with nature throwing in a pod of frolicking dolphins, sea eagles and a gorgeous sunset. The boat was clean and comfortable and the fresh fish and chips, delish! It was a highlight of our NT visit. We would definitely do it again."
Diana and Eduard, from NSW
About the tour Your Experience
Hold onto your hats!
All aboard for a sunset adventure cruise on Darwin Harbour! Leaving Stokes Hill Wharf with a complementary refreshment in your hand, we’ll potter out from Kitchener Bay stopping to draw your attention to the magnificent expanse of Darwin Harbour and its fascinating landmarks. And then, hold onto your hats!
Delicious fish & chips
We’ll leave other boats in our wake as we take you up close to the sights and sounds of the Darwin city seascape. On arrival at Cullen Bay you’ll be treated to stories of this part of town while the crew picks up your dinner of deliciously fresh, local, wild caught fish with chips from award-winning La Beach restaurant.
On Sundays and Mondays our fish'n chips are picked up from Rachael's Seafood Shack at Fisherman's Wharf.
"We had a wonderful Sea Darwin experience. My wife and my daughters really enjoyed it, and we love the fact that it's a family run business".
Luis, from San Fransisco
Experience the harbour
As you eat your dinner on board, we’ll use our local knowledge to take you to the best place to enjoy the delightfully warm breeze, exquisite tropical sunset and harbour full of intrigue. The tide, wind, weather and season will be considered as the Captain turns the boat in a particular direction.
You may experience a walk on the Fannie Bay sandbar or enjoy your meal amongst a pod of frolicking dolphins or dugong. Sometimes we may visit the Sadgroves bird sanctuary and other times we'll just cruise around the glistening harbour, taking in nature's extraordinarily-coloured sky at this time of day - it's like an artwork!
"We really enjoyed the cruise, it was really good value. The fish'n chips were fresh and tasty and it was great to see so much of the harbour."
Rex and Marlene, from Tasmania
A real Top End Experience
This Darwin sunset cruise is an adventure where you will see the harbour at the best time of the day, hear the stories and music of the Top End of Australia and experience local Darwin hospitality.
Sea Darwin’s Sunset Fish’n Chips was awarded the 2015 NT Brolga award for Excellence in Food Tourism. It is the perfect end to the day for families and spirited travellers and those who have an interest in a real Top End experience. A fast boat ride in the calm of the evening will get you back to the hub bub of Stokes Hill Wharf.
Your questions answered Frequently asked questions
Do you offer children/family pricing?
Yes, children (3-15 years) are $45.00 and families (2 adults + 2 children) are $220.00.
What should I bring?
Please wear flat shoes or sandals. We also recommend you bring a camera. We supply sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water, fish & chips, a complimentary glass of bubbly or bottle of water or soft drink.
Can I purchase other drinks on board?
Yes, our vessel includes a fully licensed bar.
Is this tour suitable for older people?
Yes, we've had all ages on board from a 4 day old baby to a 94 year old senior. Sunset Fish & Chips is for everyone.
Will I be allocated a seat?
At times when our tour is fully booked, seating will be allocated to ensure that people traveling together sit together.
Are there other food options available?
The fish'n chips served on our cruise is traditional battered fish and chips. Given the timing and pricing constraints of the tour, we cannot take individual orders for other food types. However we do cater for special dietary requirements and allergies, but please let us know in advance.