Heading towards the West of Sydney, the first stop of this Blue Mountains sunset tour is Featherdale Wildlife Park. A wildlife park situated Doonside, West of Sydney. It is a house of the most comprehensive collection of native species of Australia. If you are looking for an interactive wildlife experience with Koalas and Kangaroos you need to add this to your must-visit list when are in Sydney.

Entry fees – $35.00 per adult 

In the past known as the Flat Rock lookout and officially named the Lincoln’s Rock in 2013. This impressive lookout located at the Wentworth Falls is one of the favourites of our travellers for an Instagram worthy selfie. The area is significant for Aboriginal heritage and there are remnants of Aboriginal engravings around the area. 

Katoomba cascade is a grade 3, 600 m and 15 mins return bushwalk offers break-taking views of Jamison Valley and Katoomba Falls.

Three Sisters lookout in Katoomba is the absolute mecca of a spot to watch the sunset in the Blue Mountains. 

Leaving the Blue Mountains after the sunset and your private tour ends at Sydney CBD by dropping off you at your hotel. A drive from Blue Mountains to Sydney takes approximately 2 hours depends on the city traffic. 

Our (Sydney Top Tours) Blue Mountains sunset tour itinerary is fully customizable and if you wish to visit another lookout in Blue Mountains or attractions, please inform the driver in advance.

If time permits, the guide may take you to other Blue Mountains lookouts such as Govetts leap. This lookout offers impressive views of Bridal veil falls, and sandstone escarpments of the Grose Valley.

Tour pick up time will be communicated to you after the booking confirmation. If the sunset is in between 5 to 6. 30 pm, tour departs at 12 pm from Sydney. Departure will be adjusted to 2 pm if the sunset falls in between 6.30 to 8 pm. You will be contacted by our customer service team with further info. 

Should I book a day or sunset tour?

When to visit the Blue Mountains is entirely a personal decision. However, a sunset trip to this location could be a fantastic decision if you want to spend some relaxing time away from the crowds. During the daytime, the region remains saturated with people. However, the evening time changes the scene completely. The changing moods of the region’s rugged ranges and valleys are revealed better by the evening sky. And if you enjoy taking photographs, nothing beats the twilight hours for stunning views.

What is the sunset time in the Blue Mountains?

The sunset time in the Blue Mountains changes due to daylight saving times and it can happen between 5 pm to 7.30 approx. The up-to-date timing about the Blue Mountains sunset can be found here.

What is the best location to see the sunset in the Blue Mountains?

There are several locations where you can witness the best sunset scene in the Blue Mountains. Depending on where you are, you can choose any of the following spots:

• Hargraves Lookout – Blackheath

• Echo point lookout

• Cahill’s Lookout- Katoomba

• Sublime Point – Leura

• Lincoln’s Rock – Wentworth Falls