The 8 Best Cambodia River Cruises

1.Mekong Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Music

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

Spend two hours aboard Cambo Cruise on the Mekong, choosing a 5pm sunset sailing or 7pm city-lights trip. Expect plush seating, Khmer musicians, a welcome cocktail, views of the Royal Palace, floating villages, and Koh Norea Bridge. Dinner packages include unlimited freshly prepared dishes, with friendly English-speaking staff such as Ten and Sareth helping create a relaxed evening.

“Staff were so friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, drinks were well-priced and the whole trip was lovely and relaxing. Would recommend after a busy day in the city!”

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2.Mekong Silk Island Cruise – Unlimited Beer, Soft Drinks & Fresh Fruit Platter

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · from $35

Cruise from Phnom Penh to Silk Island with an English-speaking guide, then ride a tuk tuk past farms, a monastery, a silk workshop, and possibly a local school. The boat ride takes about an hour each way, with unlimited beer, soft drinks, and fresh fruit included. Guides such as Vuthy and Davuth are noted for clear explanations and friendly service.

“Where Pick up was, easy to find Tour guide very knowledgeable and so friendly Great value for money Island people very hard working and friendly Would recommend this trop A+++++”

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3.Mekong River Sunset Cruise with free flow drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 68 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $21

You’ll ride a wooden boat for 1.5 hours along the Mekong and Tonle Sap, passing the Royal Palace, Diamond Island, colonial buildings, and stilted fishing homes. A guide provides English commentary, while unlimited beer, soft drinks, fresh fruit, and a cold towel are included. Hotel pickup by tuk tuk is included, but the return ride is not.

“This sunset cruise was a lot of fun. We enjoyed the tuk tuk ride through the traffic on the way and the driver was happy to wait for us after the cruise to get us back to the hotel for $5 US. The cruise was very enjoyable and the city lights were nice after the sunset. Plenty of beer and fresh fruit was included. I would recommend this activity.”

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4.Dinner 4-course Mekong River cruise with Kanika Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · from $26

Board Kanika Boat at 7 p.m. for a 1-hour-45-minute cruise along Phnom Penh’s Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers. A Cambodian chef serves a four-course dinner made with fresh ingredients selected with the French owner. Bring your mobile ticket, allow time to find the dock, and expect a shared boat with up to 90 people.

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5.Phnom Penh City Tour + Mekong River Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · 10 hours · from $195

Spend a full day with an English-speaking guide and private car, visiting Phnom Penh’s Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and Wat Phnom. After lunch at your own cost, cruise the Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers to Silk Island, where you’ll see Cambodian silk made by hand before returning to the city and Independence Monument.

“We had a wonderful guide who was very knowledgeable! The full day tour gave us an understanding of the country and the kind, beautiful people of Cambodia. I highly recommend this tour! All of the sites we visited were thoroughly explained with history and cultural facts. Our guide was friendly and welcoming and made us feel safe and at ease the entire day.”

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6.Private River Boat from Siem Reap to Battambang by Water Way

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3 reviews · from $45

Take a private traditional wooden boat from Siem Reap to Battambang, with hotel pickup, a boat toilet, fuel, and an English-speaking driver included. The six to eight-hour ride passes fishing villages and riverside homes. You arrive near Battambang at Khmer Prahok Market, though the exact final drop-off should be confirmed before booking.

“A bit of a chaotic start... picked up by a 4x4 at our hotel and 1 hour of dirt roads along the very damaged river. The guide doesn't speak English and we don't know if we'll ever take the boat. He ends up stopping the car and after a walk in a dirt field (in flip-flops) we finally arrive at the boat. The latter is very beautiful and spacious, just for the 4 of us and makes up for my early adventures. Very nice captain.”

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7.Phnom Penh Full Day Tour including Sunset Mekong River Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2 reviews · 1 day · from $268 per boat (seats 3)

You’ll spend a full day with an English-speaking guide and private driver, visiting the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Choeung Ek, and Tuol Sleng. The day ends on the Mekong with sunset views, local drinks, and stilted fishing neighborhoods. Guide Sum Sang is noted for clear English and strong knowledge of Cambodia.

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8.Mekong River Sunset Cruise and Tuk Tuk Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $49Top rated

You’ll ride by tuk tuk from your hotel to a traditional wooden boat, then cruise the Mekong and Tonle Sap for 1.5 hours. An English-speaking guide points out Koh Pich, stilt houses, and fishing villages while you enjoy a beer and seasonal fruit. The private format keeps the outing relaxed and personal.

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