15 Sunset Tours in Phnom Penh That Fill a Whole Day

1.Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beers & BBQ Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 727 reviews · from $9Our pick

Settle into a relaxed 1.5-hour sunset cruise from Phnom Penh, with tuk-tuk pickup from hotels within 3 km of the dock. Watch stilt homes, fishing communities, the Royal Palace, Diamond Island Bridge, and the Tonle Sap-Mekong meeting point while enjoying unlimited beer, soft drinks, and an all-you-can-eat BBQ on the Golden Package.

“Had a lovely cruise along the Mekong. We got picked up in a Tuk Tuk from our hotel. We did the cruise only option then paid $6 each to add on the unlimited drinks option. Boat was smooth. Only downside is we had to make our own way back but we went elsewhere so this was irrelevant to us!”

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2.Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beer &Fruit platter

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 515 reviews · from $9

Spend 90 minutes on the Mekong, Tonle Sap and Bassac rivers, passing the Royal Palace, fishing boats, stilted homes and Diamond Island. An English-speaking guide explains the sights, while staff serve unlimited beer and soft drinks if selected. A fruit platter, sunset views, tuk-tuk pickup and music complete this easy evening outing.

“Booked on the same day. Guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Great activity for a great price.”

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3.Sunset Cruise with unlimited beer & soft drinks -English speaking guide on board

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · from $16Top rated

Board near Sisowath Quay at 5 pm for a 90-minute cruise through the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Four Faces Rivers. Your English-speaking guide points out bridges, Diamond Island, stilted homes, and a fishing village while staff serve unlimited beer and soft drinks. Hotel pickup is offered, but you arrange your own way back.

“Wonderful boat with free flowing beer, soft drinks and fruit platter. Commentary was very interesting and all the staff were friendly. Lasted approx 1hr 20mins. I would definitely recommend this company.”

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4.Sunset & Evening Dinner Cruise With One Way Free Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 326 reviews · from $9

Spend about two hours on the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers aboard Cambo Cruise. You’ll pass the Royal Palace, floating homes, and the lit Phnom Penh waterfront while local musicians play Khmer music. Choose a simple cruise, add an all-you-can-eat BBQ, and check whether pickup and a welcome cocktail are included in your package.

“The pickup service was really good, the response time was fast. Food and ambiance of the cruise were also awesome”

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5.Mekong Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 261 reviews · 2 hours · from $9

Choose a 5 to 7pm sunset sailing or a 7 to 9pm city lights cruise with Cambo Cruise. You’ll pass the Royal Palace, floating villages, and Koh Norea Bridge while enjoying live Khmer music, a welcome cocktail, and an all-you-can-eat dinner if selected. Hotel pickup is available in central Phnom Penh.

“We loved this cruise. It was super relaxed and drinks and good were delicious. The live music was great! Our 3-year old was able to dance all evening. Long live Kampuchea!”

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6.Sunset Cruise on Kanika Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 124 reviews · 1h 20m · from $8

You’ll spend 80 minutes aboard Kanika Boat, cruising from Phnom Penh along the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers as the skyline catches the last light. An onboard bar and restaurant serve cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, tapas, and French-Asian dishes. English, French, and Cambodian service is available, but there is no sightseeing commentary.

“Fantastic views, lovely food and drink and a great way to end the day !”

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7.Sunset Cruise Unlimited BBQ Buffet, Cold Beers, Soft Drinks*

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 102 reviews · 1h 30m · from $7Best value

Settle aboard Mekong Magic Cruises for a 90-minute sunset ride past Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, riverside homes, fishing boats, and city lights. Choose cruise only, unlimited beer and soft drinks, or the Gold package with an unlimited BBQ buffet and fruit. Hotel pickup is included within 4 km of the dock.

“The beer just kept flowing. The operators were very well organised. Food was good. Music was fun. Our attendant was there to fill our beer before our glass was even empty. Due to weather conditions, we did not see a spectacular sunset, we couldn't see the sun at all lol., however, the view of the city lights from the boat was amazing. Beer , food and view made this cruise well worth while!”

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8.Sunset Cruise-Free Beers-Sodas-BBQ Buffet-fruit plate

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · from $8

Set out from Koh Pich Island for a 90-minute sunset cruise along the Mekong and Tonle Sap. You’ll see Phnom Penh’s skyline, fishing boats, stilted villages, and river life while choosing from cruise-only, drinks, or BBQ packages. Hotel pickup is included, and dietary needs can be arranged in advance.

“This was a lovely little tour along the Mekong and a fantastic contrast to the busyness of Phnom Penn, pure escapism. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating, I enjoyed a couple of beers as we meandered down the river and back again.”

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9.Phnom Penh Bike & Boat Sunset Tour / E-Bike Available

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $55

Spend four hours cycling quiet lanes on Mekong Island, crossing by ferry from Phnom Penh. Your English-speaking guide leads you past farmland, a pagoda, and a silk-weaving center before a sunset boat ride on the Mekong and Tonle Sap. Bikes, helmets, ferry fees, refreshments, hotel transfers, and e-bike options are available.

“The tour gives a very nice insight into life on the small island. The tour is completed by the ferry crossing and the return journey on a private ship. I was particularly impressed by the visit to the small silk production. However, one suspects how life will change here if the bridge is built at some point.”

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10.Sunset Cruise with free flow beer, soft drinks & fruit platter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · from $17

Cruise for 90 minutes from Phnom Penh along the Tonlé Sap and Mekong, with views of the Royal Palace, old hotels, new development, fishing boats, and riverbank life. Your English-speaking guide may add history, music, or Khmer dance. Hotel pickup, beer, soft drinks, and fruit are included on the relevant package.

“This was a very enjoyable trip, the guide provided a lot of information which was fantastic but the volume was extremely loud and where seated at the back of the boat.”

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11.Silk Island Sunset Tour by Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $30

Leave Phnom Penh by tuk-tuk, cross to Silk Island by ferry, and visit farming villages, Buddhist temples, and a silk-weaving workshop. Guides such as Mon, Khim, Lee, Friday, and Sok are praised for clear English and warm local insight. The tour ends with Mekong sunset views, canapés, and cold drinks.

“Had a great day exploring the various islands around the Mekong. I really enjoyed learning about silk farming and weaving and what tofu skin is.”

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12.Sunset Cruise on the Mekong with Kanika Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · from $8

Board the wooden Kanika catamaran in Phnom Penh at 5:00 pm for an 80-minute cruise from the Tonle Sap toward the Mekong and Arexat village. You’ll pass stilt houses and Cham boats, watch the sunset, then return past Phnom Penh as the city lights come on. Food and drinks are available to buy, but not included.

“A great cruise with a beautiful sunset! The crew was very hospitable and kind. I had a great experience and recommend it!”

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13.2hours Private Sunset Cruise with unlimited beer, soft drinks and Tour guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $66

Spend two private hours on Tonle Sap, the Mekong, and the Four Faces River at sunset. Your boat includes a bottle of wine, unlimited beer and soft drinks, fresh fruit, and a guide who can explain Cambodian history and river life. Expect a relaxed date-night setting, Bluetooth music, and city views from the water.

“Although, the boat wasn’t the newest in the fleet or full of amenities, it offered the peace and comfort only found when it’s just you and your spouse or significant other. No crowds or unwanted noises except for the words that you exchange during the transit up and down the waterway. The tour guide did offer some historical notes during the trip.”

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14.Sunset Cruise-Unlimited Beers-Sodas-BBQ buffet-Fruit platter

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 8 reviews · from $9

Spend about two hours on Phnom Penh’s Mekong River, watching the sun fade behind fishing boats and city lights. Choose cruise-only, unlimited beer and soft drinks, or the package with BBQ buffet and fruit. Hotel pickup is offered, mobile tickets are accepted, and groups can reach 100 people.

“Great pick up collection Nice people on boat Non stop drinks - they don’t skimp on the beers, have to pay extra for wine”

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15.Phnom Penh to Silk Island Sunset Bike Tour/ E-Bike or Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $39

Ride from Phnom Penh to Silk Island with a local English-speaking guide, crossing by ferry and passing farming villages before visiting a silk-weaving workshop. Choose a bicycle or e-bike, then finish beside the river with fruit, snacks, and a beer or soft drink as the sun drops over the city. Return is around 7 pm.

“We had a really good day cycling around. Sam is an excellent tour guide. Would highly recommend this trip. Very good value for money”

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