The 10 BBQ Cruises in Australia That Earn Their Price

1.Pinnacles Desert: Sunset BBQ & Stargazing Tour +Sandboarding

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,555 reviews · 9h 30m · from $176Our pick

Join Lumineer Adventure Tours for a 570-minute outing from Perth CBD to Lancelin and the Pinnacles Desert. Sandboard white dunes, visit Indian Ocean viewpoints, eat a BBQ with Aussie wine, then study the moon, planets and star clusters through telescopes. Guides including Sam, Adrian, Gavin and Emma add live commentary and phone-photography tips.

“The tour brings me to the places I want to go, and with good transportation arrangement . The guide are very nice, care the participants a lot and share a lot on the sky and the stars. It is an unforgettable to eat inside the desert at night !”

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2.Day Trip to Uluru with BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 761 reviews · 1 day · from $254

Travel from Alice Springs to Uluru with an experienced English-speaking guide, stopping at Erldunda, the Cultural Centre, Mala sites, and Mutitjulu Waterhole. Yad, Matt, Miguel, and other Emu Run guides may lead different parts of the day. Finish with a BBQ, sparkling wine, and sunset views before the long ride home.

“Yad, the guide was great as were the drivers; we spent just the right amount of time at each stop but we could have used a bit more time for lunch; the steak BBQ at the end of day around sunset was great and there was plenty of food, wine, beer, and sparkling wine; we arrived around midnight in Alice so it's a very long day”

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3.Ayers Rock Day Trip from Alice Springs Including BBQ Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 639 reviews · from $262

Travel from Alice Springs to Uluru by air-conditioned coach with guides such as Gary and Yad, stopping at Erldunda and the Cultural Centre before guided Mala and Mutitjulu walks. Watch sunset with sparkling wine, then enjoy an Australian BBQ. It is an 18-hour day, with about 10 hours on the road.

“Long day from Alice Springs but worth every minute! Loved the whole day. Guides and driver were first class. Shout out to Yad and Gary”

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4.Uluru (Ayers Rock) Sunset + Outback Barbecue Dinner & Star Talk

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 426 reviews · from $225

From Ayers Rock Resort, you’ll watch sunset over Uluru with sparkling wine and snacks, then dine near the rock on sausages, meats, salads, bread, and drinks. An expert star guide points out the Southern Cross and planets, weather permitting. Guides such as Rachel, Kevin, Karen, and Odin have earned praise for their friendly, engaging talks.

“Lovely experience overall. Sunset Viewing was dramatic and the bubbly made it toast worthy. Dinner under the stars will be a cherished memory.”

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5.Uluru Tour and Sunset BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 320 reviews · 7 hours · from $230

Travel from Yulara in an air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide such as Yad, whose Uluru stories bring the Mala Walk and Mutitjulu Waterhole to life. Visit the Cultural Centre, then finish with an Aussie BBQ, drinks, and sunset views. It is a well-rounded seven-hour tour for visitors without a car.

“We had a great time for my mum’s birthday at Uluru! Our guide Yad was great telling us about the different creation stories around Uluru mountain. The BBQ at the sunset with the changing colors of Uluru was a must! We loved it!”

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6.Full-Day Whitsunday Tour: Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet with BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 217 reviews · from $161Top rated

Travel from Airlie Beach to Hill Inlet and both north and south Whitehaven Beach with Captains Dan and Shane’s family-run Whitehaven Xpress. You get guided walks, about five hours at the beaches, a cooked-to-order BBQ, morning tea, stinger suits, and hotel transfers. The boat has indoor, semi-outdoor, and rooftop seating.

“It was a great experience, but it's a pity that I forgot to bring my swimsuit. The captain was very experienced and even spoke some simple Chinese. He took good care of everyone. The barbeque is grilled on the spot, and there are no pre-cRead more”

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7.Whitehaven Beach BBQ & Hill Inlet Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 126 reviews · 8 hours · from $159Best value

Cruise from Airlie Beach aboard a smaller Whitehaven Xpress vessel with indoor, outdoor, and upstairs seats. Captain Dan and the crew take you to both ends of Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet Lookout, and a shaded beach BBQ with steak, sausages, rissoles, salads, and fruit. Hotel pickup, park fees, tea, and stinger suits are included.

“Got bitten by lots of sand flies around the picnic area but other than that excellent guides,captain was great giving local information,food was excellent,views of the beaches and area”

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8.Top End Helicopter Ride & BBQ Cruise Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 51 reviews · 4 - 7 hours · from $421

Fly over Top End floodplains, ride an airboat through Finniss River wetlands, and enjoy a BBQ brunch on a pontoon boat. Guides such as Josh, Jack, Lee, and Matt Wright add local stories and practical insight. Finish by feeding rescue crocodiles. Darwin pickup or a Bynoe meeting point is available, depending on your booking.

“A great fun day that would excite anyone. First a leisurely cruise croc spotting while a tasty breakfast was being prepared. Plenty of birds and wildlife on view. Next an exhilarating airboat ride through billabong wetlands and last but not least a helicopter flight to survey the beautiful scenery from above. Between these 3 activities there was feeding the biggest crocs and even time for a refreshing drink and a dip in a pool back at the property. Certainly a full day well planned and hosted was the highlight of my visit to Darwin. Thanks for the amazing memories.”

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9.Adelaide 2-Hour BBQ Boat Hire for 7-10 People

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $466

You steer a private BBQ Buoy from Pinky Flat along Adelaide’s Torrens River for two hours. Bring food or order a grazing board, buy drinks from the host, and use the grill, Bluetooth speaker, esky, ice, plates, and cutlery. Jazz handles booking contact, while Ethan may assist on the day.

“Jazz kept in touch with me. Ethan assisted on the day. Great morning with friends - cheese / meat platter and good wines with music as we moved up and down the river. Enjoyed by all.”

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10.Adelaide 2-Hour BBQ Boat Hire for 3-6 People

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · from $466

You captain a private BBQ Buoy from Pinky Flat, steering along the Torrens River for two hours with up to five companions. The boat includes a grill, esky with ice, tableware, life jackets, and Bluetooth speakers. Bring or buy food, but drinks must be purchased from the operator before departure.

“We had a fantastic afternoon just cruising up and down the Torrens. I was actually amazed how relaxing and enjoyable this was spending some time with my adult children. Watching the activity along the river including Popeye.”

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