How it works

Empty seats, meet spontaneous travelers.

Stand-by Tours is a live marketplace for unsold tour and activity seats. Operators post what's left; you grab it at a stand-by price — sometimes 70% off list.

01

Search a destination

Tell us where you are (or where you're going) and when. We surface every unsold seat in that window.

02

See live flash deals

Every card shows the current stand-by discount, seats left, and a countdown to price reset.

03

Book in seconds

Pay securely, get your voucher instantly, and show your phone at the meeting point.

Average 62% off
Across all live deals this week.
Book 30 min out
Some operators accept even later.
Non-refundable
The trade-off that unlocks the price.

FAQ

Why are the prices so low?+

Operators would rather fill an empty seat than send a bus, boat or guide out half-full. We help them monetize inventory that would otherwise vanish.

How close to departure can I book?+

Up to 30 minutes before the tour starts, depending on the operator. Each deal shows its cutoff time.

Are bookings refundable?+

Stand-by prices are non-refundable and non-changeable. If you can't make it, you can't get your money back — that's the trade-off for the discount.

How do I know the operator is legit?+

Every supplier on Stand-by Tours is verified and rated by real travelers. We remove anyone who dips below a 4.2 average.

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New drops every hour, worldwide.

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