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Nightfall at Ararat: Inside Australia’s Ultimate Paranormal Investigation
A six‑hour, adults‑only guided investigation of the abandoned Ararat Lunatic Asylum using state‑of‑the‑art paranormal equipment.
Nightfall at Ararat: Inside Australia’s Ultimate Paranormal Investigation.
Embark on Australia’s ULTIMATE paranormal investigation at the historic Ararat Lunatic Asylum. Guided by professional paranormal investigators and equipped with a vast arsenal of state‑of‑the‑art tools, this six‑hour experience takes participants into restricted areas of one of the country’s most haunted sites for a long, immersive night of investigation.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum
The investigation centers on the historic Ararat Lunatic Asylum—an expansive, abandoned facility long associated with intense local legend and considered among the country’s most haunted locations.
Cutting‑edge equipment for hands‑on probing
Participants work with a professional investigation team and a vast arsenal of modern paranormal equipment to probe restricted parts of the facility that are otherwise closed to the public.
A long, immersive nocturnal investigation
This is an extended, six‑hour investigation designed to allow sustained exploration and potential encounters across multiple sections of the asylum.
What the day feels like
How the investigation feels
The tour unfolds after dark under the guidance of professional paranormal investigators: a briefing, equipment orientation, then a methodical sweep through restricted wings of the asylum using specialist devices. Over approximately six hours, the team-led approach focuses on close, hands‑on exploration in areas normally off limits to visitors.
THE SITE
Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum
The investigation centers on the historic Ararat Lunatic Asylum—an expansive, abandoned facility long associated with intense local legend and considered among the country’s most haunted locations.
THE TOOLS
Cutting‑edge equipment for hands‑on probing
Participants work with a professional investigation team and a vast arsenal of modern paranormal equipment to probe restricted parts of the facility that are otherwise closed to the public.
THE EXPERIENCE
A long, immersive nocturnal investigation
This is an extended, six‑hour investigation designed to allow sustained exploration and potential encounters across multiple sections of the asylum.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this investigation suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The Investigation Tour runs for six hours. Typical start times: Friday at 8pm EST (9pm during daylight savings) and Saturday at 7pm EST (9pm during daylight savings).
This is a long tour and no drinks are available on site—bring a full water bottle.
Meet at Ararat Lunatic Asylum, Heath St, Ararat, Victoria 3377, Australia.
Tours cannot run in the instance of an Extreme or Catastrophic weather rating, or on Total Fire Ban days.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The Investigation Tour lasts six hours.
Is there an age minimum?
Yes. The tour is for ages 18 and over only.
When do tours start?
Standard start times are Friday at 8pm EST (9pm during daylight savings) and Saturday at 7pm EST (9pm during daylight savings).
Where is the meeting point?
Meet at Ararat Lunatic Asylum, Heath St, Ararat, Victoria 3377, Australia.
Are refreshments available on site?
No. There are no drinks available on site; you should bring a full water bottle.
Can tours run during extreme fire or weather conditions?
No. Tours cannot run in the instance of an Extreme or Catastrophic weather rating, or on Total Fire Ban days.