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Where to Hike Next: the 15 Best Sunset Hikes Worldwide

25 hikes  ·  from $10 a head

This is the shortlist to send a friend who asks where to walk next: 15 sunset hikes worth the trip, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco - From Piazza San Vincenzo to the upper trail
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Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

1.Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,372 reviews · 5 hours · from $35Our pick

Hike Stromboli with a volcanological guide from Ashàra Etna & Stromboli Guides, stopping at 400 meters for sunset over the Aeolian Islands and views of lava bursts at Sciara del Fuoco. The five-hour tour includes a helmet and headlamp. Guides such as Giuseppe, Giovanni, Nino, and Federico are praised for a steady pace and clear explanations.

“The tour was smooth and well organised. We trekked for 2 hours with multiple stops and stories about the island along the way. The walk itself is not too difficult except the last section. Once we got the 400m, we stayed for about an hour and a half to watch the sunset and see the volcanic activity - we got 4 displays of lava which was exciting! The descent is slightly more difficult in the dark but everyone stayed together and used their flashlights so we were back in an hour and a half.”

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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania - A tasting of Etna’s volcanic pantry
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Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

2.Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,290 reviews · 5 hours · from $70

Travel from Catania to Mount Etna in a small group of up to eight. Visit a local producer, enter the Grotta dei Tre Livelli with helmet and headlamp, then walk around old craters at about 1,910 meters. Guides such as Salvatore Mario, Eduardo, Lorenzo, and Bruna add useful stories about eruptions, Sicily, and the volcano.

“Stefano is a very pleasant guide who made this experience awesome for our group. He also coordinated everything perfectly in English as well as in Italian. It was really fun! Beautiful scenery and pictures.”

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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience - Cruz de Tejeda brings food and mountain culture
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The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

3.The Volcano Heart Tour: Hiking, Tasting and Sunset Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,120 reviews · 7 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $119Top rated

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Gran Canaria’s coast to Pico de Bandama, Cruz de Tejeda, Roque Nublo, and Pico de Las Nieves. You’ll taste Canarian products, eat at Tajinaste Restaurant, hike 3.5 kilometers, and finish with sunset and honey rum. Guides include Víctor, Daylos, Celeste, Angélica, and David.

“I had a lot of fun with this one. Right from the beginning, you get to see the beatiful landscapes of the mountains and villages from above. The hike was the best part - worth every step, with astonishing views. And the sunset, well, just see for yourself. Just gotta say, 100% recommend. P.s. special thanks to Daylos for the good mood and taking great pics!”

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Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike - What the sunrise view gives you
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Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

4.Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · from $46

Choose a sunrise or sunset ascent of Lion’s Head with a registered English-speaking guide from The Cape Town Local. Expect a steep trail with hiking, scrambling, ladders, and some exposure to heights. Guides such as Idrees, Kurt, and Codi add local stories, safety support, photo help, and views of Table Mountain, Camps Bay, and the Atlantic Ocean.

“Great time, the hike was nice and not too intense, around 2km each way. Our guide Idrees was fantastic and so knowledgeable”

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Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike - The easier lower section and the first photo stops
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Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

5.Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 921 reviews · from $65

Climb Lion’s Head in a small group with guides such as Kurt, Codi, Jean-Michel, or Tauriq. Choose sunrise over the Hottentots Holland Mountains or sunset above the Atlantic. Expect photo stops, local stories, some ladders and rock scrambling, and a dark section with provided headlamps.

“Wonderful private guide to the top of Lions Head for sunrise in Capetown. Views were spectacular of the city and sky. Codi was a great guide”

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Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hike - What the three-hour route is really like
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Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hike

6.Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 642 reviews · 3 hours - 210 minutes · from $38

Climb Lion’s Head with an English-speaking guide such as Brad, Lindy, Robert, Miguel, or Brandon. Allow three hours for scrambling, photo stops, nature notes, and sunrise or sunset views over Cape Town, Table Mountain, and the ocean. Small-group and private options are available, with head torches, photos, and videos included.

“The tour was incredible! Vibes were immaculate and I felt safe and accomplished with the amazing guide. Had such a blast doing the sunrise hike -- 100% would recommend!”

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Mount Batur Sunset Trekking - The uphill route takes real effort
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Mount Batur Sunset Trekking

7.Mount Batur Sunset Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · from $45

You’ll climb Mount Batur in the afternoon with a private English-speaking guide such as Yus, Sari, Jerome, or Nick, then watch the sunset from the summit. Expect a steep 1.5 to 2 hour ascent, loose rock, volcanic steam, dinner cooked by natural heat, and a flashlight descent.

“Absolutely magical! Nyoman our driver was very kind and patient as our group was late for the departure. It was a bout a 3 hour drive from our hotel, scenic and interesting. Our hiking guides were Dante and Jonny. The hike was intermediate level, quite steep and challenging for some. The guides were excellent in keep our group united while moving at 2 different paces. Beautiful, stunning views the entire way. The top is gorgeous with 365 views, steam coming through the rocks for some nice natural sauna vibes. We had our first fried banana sandwich (pretty good) some fruit and water and hung out for a bit. The decent…”

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Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic - Starting at Mt. Batur Lounge
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Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic

8.Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 345 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $28

Skip the pre-dawn alarm and hike Mount Batur in the afternoon with an English-speaking guide such as Sar, Agus, or Nick. Follow the caldera past black lava and Lake Batur, watch the sunset near the summit, enjoy a small picnic, then shower and have tea or coffee at Mt. Batur Lounge.

“We had a lovely time trekking up Mount Batur, the sunset option was perfect for us. There weren’t many people at the top to watch the sunset, even in August, which made the experience feel more authentic. Our guide Katut was very kind and experienced and made our trip a pleasure. Our driver Jero was lovely and even lent us his cap, since we had forgotten ours. Great experience all round, would definitely recommend!”

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Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix - Choosing sunrise or sunset in the Sonoran Desert
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Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix

9.Stunning Sunset or Sunrise Guided Hiking Adventure in Phoenix

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125

Meet your guide near Phoenix’s trailhead for a private, roughly two-hour Sonoran Desert hike timed for sunrise or sunset. Your guide adjusts mileage, grade, and terrain to your ability. Expect mountain views over the Valley, desert plant and wildlife insights, water, snacks, sunscreen, and often excellent photos from guides such as Liz, Dialinda, Henry, or Curtis.

“I had the best time on this adventure! Nice hike, and beautiful views. Megan was an excellent guide. She was informative, patient and personable! Will definitely do another hike in the future on a visit. Thankful for the feeling of safety, knowledge and patience during this adventure!”

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Cape Town: Guided Lion's Head Hike at Sunrise or Sunset - The climb from Signal Hill Road
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Cape Town: Guided Lion’s Head Hike at Sunrise or Sunset

10.Cape Town: Guided Lion’s Head Hike at Sunrise or Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 312 reviews · 3h 30m · from $56

Climb Cape Town’s Lion’s Head with a small group of up to eight and an English-speaking guide such as Fatima, David, or Santonio. Choose sunrise or sunset, follow the ridge or the steeper chains-and-ladders route, and pause for coffee, snacks, photos, and views of Table Mountain, the Atlantic, Camps Bay, and Robben Island.

“Unfortunately for us the weather did not ply ball, but Fatima was fantastic - kind, knowledgeable and very accommodating - she had also made the most DELICIOUS donuts (can’t remember the proper name) for us to eat at the top - it was great - thank you”

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Stromboli: sunset trekking to Sciara del Fuoco - Ashàra - The first climb through Stromboli’s scrub
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Stromboli: sunset trekking to Sciara del Fuoco – Ashàra

11.Stromboli: sunset trekking to Sciara del Fuoco – Ashàra

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 270 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Join an English-speaking Ashàra guide in Stromboli’s volcanic slopes for a five-hour sunset hike to 400 meters. You’ll cross Mediterranean scrub, visit the old cemetery, watch Sciara del Fuoco glow, and walk back by headlamp. Guides such as Giuseppe, Pepe, and Fabio are praised for clear volcano talks and a steady pace.

“Great guides with a lot of knowledge of the vulcano and the history! The tour itself is not so difficult, when a bit trained. Hiking shoes strongly recommended (some people had to rent them). It was a pleasure to do this tour and see the sunset and later the vulcano erupt.”

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Los Angeles: Hollywood Sunset Walking & Hiking Tour - Dolby Theatre, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Hollywood’s event circuit
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Los Angeles: Hollywood Sunset Walking & Hiking Tour

12.Los Angeles: Hollywood Sunset Walking & Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 230 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19Best value

Join Scott and his rescue dog Blue for a two-hour Hollywood walking and hiking tour at sunset. You’ll see Ovation Hollywood, the Dolby Theatre area, TCL Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, historic sites, and Runyon Canyon Park. Small groups, local stories, and guide-taken photos make this a friendly introduction to Hollywood.

“Scott, our tour guide was very knowledgeable of the area and notable figures and historic sites. He was also very personable and flexible.”

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Seoul: Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner - Naksan Park, Hyehwa, and Seoul’s old wall
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Seoul: Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner

13.Seoul: Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 227 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Join guides such as Jin, Alex, Joon, or Lily for a gentle 2-kilometer evening walk through Naksan Park, Hyehwa, and parts of Seoul’s old fortress wall. You’ll pause at a hillside café for a drink and city views, then finish with a Korean meal and another drink at a local restaurant. Allow three hours.

“Amazing! The hike was beautiful, the view during the hike was well worth it. The guide was very nice and charming and funny, the food was incredible”

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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains - Seven Magic Mountains adds a jolt of color
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Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

14.Sunset Hike and Photography Tour near Red Rock with Optional 7 Magic Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $149

Leave the Las Vegas Strip for a sunset at Spring Mountain Ranch State Park beside Red Rock. Your guide leads gentle hikes and photo stops, with time to watch sandstone turn red and gold. Choose the package that adds Seven Magic Mountains, and expect an SUV or small van, bottled water, and photos delivered by AirDrop or Google Drive.

“Come ready to explore! Wear clothes that will allow for climbing if you so choose…. It’s an amazing excursion full of love, light, reflection and solitude.”

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Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Trekking with Wine Tasting - Leaving Catania for Zafferana Etnea
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Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Trekking with Wine Tasting

15.Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Trekking with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 140 reviews · 6 hours · from $81

Join a small group of up to eight for a six-hour Mount Etna outing from Catania. Guides such as Renato and Antonio lead easy walks across old lava flows, the Silvestri Craters, and a lava tunnel, with a sunset glass of Etna wine and local snacks at Piano Vetore.

“What I liked the most was the guide. He was fantastic and the wine a close second.”

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