Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia

Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.

Outty Ranking 53 3.9 · 155 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $49
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53/100

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3.9/5

Based on 155 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. worth booking?

Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. is a 4-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $49 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 155 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
3.9/5 (155)
Duration
4 hours
From
$49 per person

Simply the best way to experience the sunsets over the floating villages on the tonle sap lake, this unique Riverboat experience is great for families, groups or single travelers. Experience floating villages and then relax on the famous Queen Tara Riverboat, is in itself a unique vessel, being 100 years old , she is an ex cargo boat that has a deep history of plying both the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, lovingly restored, she is certainly a great place to relax and unwind enjoying the cool lake breezes whilst enjoying the unrivaled views of the lake while you watch the sunset in style, enjoying the inclusive buffet meal or fixed menu and unlimited drinks. Drinks include cocktails, spirits, Beers, soft drinks and tea/coffee all part of the cruise, on route we have 2 quick stops, first at the beautiful lotus farm and than the floating fish farm, With hotel pickup and drop-off by our professional Tara lake guide, this is a hassle free way to enjoy the floating villages.

What you get

    About this experience

    Simply the best way to experience the sunsets over the floating villages on the tonle sap lake, this unique Riverboat experience is great for families, groups or single travelers. Experience floating villages and then relax on the famous Queen Tara Riverboat, is in itself a unique vessel, being 100 years old , she is an ex cargo boat that has a deep history of plying both the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, lovingly restored, she is certainly a great place to relax and unwind enjoying the cool lake breezes whilst enjoying the unrivaled views of the lake while you watch the sunset in style, enjoying the inclusive buffet meal or fixed menu and unlimited drinks. Drinks include cocktails, spirits, Beers, soft drinks and tea/coffee all part of the cruise, on route we have 2 quick stops, first at the beautiful lotus farm and than the floating fish farm, With hotel pickup and drop-off by our professional Tara lake guide, this is a hassle free way to enjoy the floating villages.

    What's included

    Included

    • All check point fees and taxes included in the price
    • All you can drink selection of beers, spirits, cocktails,wines, juices,water or soft drinks
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off in air conditioned taxi or tuk tuk
    • English speaking guide
    • best sunsets over the floating villages and lake is here
    • On-board restrooms
    • Dinner
    • Tour the fishing floating villages

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Tonle Sap Lake

      Our expert lake guide will meet you at your hotel or guesthouse and look after you, the Tonle Sap lake is the largest fresh water lake in SE Asia, and the floating village we visit is huge,we will cruise by floating schools,floating churches,floating basketball courts,floating shops,homes,police station all floating, we will have a quick stop at the floating fish/croc farm,and also a nice cruise around the floating villages before docking with the Queen Tara Riverboat,where a awesome buffet(or fixed menu) and drinks all free await,and of course the best views of the sunsets over the floating villages and lake from the biggest riverboat on the lake

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Lotus Silk Farm

      On route from you hotel/guesthouse to the lake our guide will make a quick stop at the local lotus farm,its a quick stop but a very beautiful place to take photos and learn about how important the lotus flower is to the local Cambodia people, also our guide will show you the many uses of this unique flower,just a quick stop and than proceed to where our boat and driver will be waiting,also we pass a lot of small villages along the way and also rice fields

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Tara River Boat Company

    Know before you go

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Children 10 and under are half price; children 5 and under are free
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
    • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 155 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    7 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    155 verified traveler reviews for Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

    5 star
    74
    4 star
    34
    3 star
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    PaulK171 · October 2026

    An interesting and eye opening experience.

    This was a good experience. A bit rough around the edges but that was part of the adventure. Learnt some interesting things regarding the locals that lived on the water. We had never come across anything quite like it before. Everything that was promised was delivered. Our guide couldn't have been more helpful.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your review! We are delighted to hear that you had an interesting and eye-opening experience on our Sunset Dinner and Floating Village tour. Living on the Tonle Sap Lake is indeed a unique way of life, and we are glad our team could deliver everything promised while sharing insight into how the local floating communities live. Our guides always strive to be as helpful as possible, so it is great to know yours took such good care of you. We really appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on another adventure in the future

    via Tripadvisor

    janedP6288TS · March 2026

    Truly local insights and a cracking sunset afloat.

    .This tour gives an insight to how the local people live on the lake of Tonle Sap. Our very informative guide, Lei, was attentive to our needs and gave us a picture of life on the lake. The dinner on board the boat was great and the sunset did not disappoint either. A wonderful afternoon and evening was had by our little group, thank you.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for the 5-star review, Jane! It is wonderful to hear that your group had such a "cracking" evening out on the water with us. I am especially pleased that Lei provided such attentive service and deep insights into the local culture of Tonle Sap. We take great pride in our community-focused tours, so hearing that the dinner and sunset lived up to expectations means a lot to the whole team. We hope to welcome you back to the lake again soon! Best regards, Peter Gardiner Owner, Tara Riverboat

    via Tripadvisor

    Steven_A · February 2026

    Sunset dinner cruise

    We were picked up from our hotel by tuk-tuk for a 25 min journey to catch out small boat. You then go along like a river where you'll see the stilt village and people fishing. The river opens out onto a massive lake. You'll stop at a large pontoon to see cross, and a possibility to by refreshments and souvenirs. From there you sail to a larger boat where your joined by others for a meal (set menu or buffet) and drinks. After that you head bak to where you started your trip.

    Response from the operator: Hi Steven, Thank you so much for the 5-star review and for taking the time to describe your journey in such detail. We’re really glad you enjoyed the tuk-tuk ride, the small boat trip through the stilt villages, and the experience of Tonlé Sap opening out before you—it’s always a special moment. We’re pleased you enjoyed the stop at the floating pontoon and the meal on board with fellow travelers. Thanks again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back on the water one day. 🚤🌅

    via Viator

    davidwD5007MP · January 2026

    Ok but not outstanding

    Firstly the company needs to stop advertising this as a cruise when it is not. Most time is spent at a moored boat restaurant on the lake, and the boat goes nowhere. My trip stopped at a Lotus farm, which was fine, without much to see. The coach then drives to a dock where the tour guide pays for a smaller boat to take guests through the very interesting floating village stopping first at a 'crocodile farm' which is a shop on stilts where they have penned some crocodiles, and is no more a farm than 2 hamsters in a cage is a 'hamster farm'. The boat end at a large floating stationary restaurant with to be honest quite average food. The guide was very good, friendly, English- fluent and informative. All in all I would give this an average rating.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback. We genuinely appreciate hearing different perspectives, as it helps us review how our tours are presented and delivered. We’re sorry to hear that the experience did not fully meet your expectations, particularly regarding the use of the word “cruise.” Our intention is to offer a combination of lake travel, floating village exploration, and a relaxed dining experience on the water, but we understand that this may not align with every guest’s interpretation of a traditional cruising journey. Your comments on this are noted. We’re pleased to hear that you found the floating village interesting and that our guide provided friendly, informative, and fluent English service — we’ll be sure to pass that feedback on to him. We also acknowledge your comments regarding the stops and dining experience, and we will review these aspects internally to see where improvements can be made. Thank you again for your honest review. We hope that if you visit the area again, we may have the opportunity to provide an experience that better matches your expectations. Kind regards, Peter

    via Tripadvisor

    116rosanneb · January 2026

    “Cruise” was a bit misleading.

    We were picked up at our hotel. Nice transportation. They stopped once at a restaurant type place where we walked around then got back in the van. We then got on a boat that took us through the floating village. . Actually very interesting and pleasant. We then stopped at a floating shopping spot. After that we were taken to the boat that we had dinner on. Mind you. The boat didn’t leave the dock. We boarded the boat. Had a drink and dinner. Dinner was mediocre at best. I will say the sunset was beautiful. We were then taken back in the smaller boat to our starting point. The hosts were nice but the “cruise” wasn’t at all what we expected. Lesson learned. Read the details.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the hotel pickup, transportation, floating village experience, and the sunset — it really is a special part of the evening. We appreciate your honest comments regarding the dinner and your expectations of the cruise itself. As outlined in the tour details, this experience is designed as a floating village exploration combined with a sunset dinner aboard a moored boat on the Tonle Sap Lake rather than a moving river cruise. That said, we understand how expectations can differ, and your feedback is helpful in reminding us to communicate this even more clearly. We’re pleased to hear our hosts made you feel welcome, and we truly value your comments as they help us improve both the experience and how it’s presented. Thank you again for joining us and for sharing your thoughts.

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    Good to know

    Duration
    4 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    54
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Tara River Boat Company, who run 9 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.5.

    See everything Tara River Boat Company runs

    Why this scores 53

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)30
    Review evidence (18% weight)73
    Booking momentum (14% weight)69
    Value for money (12% weight)35
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.

    How much does Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. cost?

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    Prices start at $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Siem Reap usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. take?

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    Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Siem Reap is not rushed.

    Is Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 155 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Siem Reap, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.?

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    Around 54 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Siem Reap can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Siem Reap and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Siem Reap within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Siem Reap?

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    On Outty we rank every Siem Reap experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour by Boat, Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap, Angkor Wat Sunrise & 3 Main Temples – Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Siem Reap?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.?

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    Included: All check point fees and taxes included in the price; All you can drink selection of beers, spirits, cocktails,wines, juices,water or soft drink; Hotel pickup and drop-off in air conditioned taxi or tuk tuk; English speaking guide; and best sunsets over the floating villages and lake is here. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 450 listed pickup locations in and around Siem Reap. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour. if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Siem Reap. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.?

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    Across 155 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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