Cambodia by Boat: The 15 Best Trips on the Water

1.Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6,979 reviews · 6 hours · from $20Our pick

This six-hour trip takes you from Siem Reap to Kampong Phluk by air-conditioned minivan and boat. You’ll see stilted homes, local services, fishing life, and Tonle Sap’s broad waters, with an optional small-boat ride through the flooded mangroves. Guides such as Jack, Happy Tear, Meng, and Chong are known for lively English commentary and local insight.

“It was a great trip, very well organized. Chong is an excellent and highly experienced guide, and I learned a lot about the history of Cambodia through all the stories he told us. I recommand the trip definetly and especially with Chong as a guide”

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2.Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour with Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,843 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $19

This 5 to 6-hour afternoon trip takes you from Siem Reap to Kampong Phluk by air-conditioned minibus and boat. Walk or cruise through the village, learn how families adapt to changing water levels, visit a mural-covered Hindu and Buddhist site, and finish with Tonle Sap sunset views. Guides include Tom, Chout, Poun, and Pon, with an optional $5 mangrove canoe ride.

“Excellent. Bus arrived on time. Really good day out. Pou was very knowledgeable. It was so interesting to see the floating village. This village was not over crowded with tourists and was not a tourist trap. And we had time to walk around and see village life as it happened. A super good day out with lots of time on the boat. Beautiful sunset too. I really enjoyed my day. It is excellent value. Go for it 👍”

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3.Siem Reap Floating Village Kampong Phluk Sunset with Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,962 reviews · 5 hours · from $18Top rated

Spend five hours visiting Kampong Phluk from Siem Reap with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Chout, or Poun. Walk through stilted homes, ride boats along the village and Tonle Sap, add an optional $5 canoe trip in wet season, then watch sunset from a floating restaurant.

“We really enjoyed it! Chout was brilliant and gave so much information and his jokes were super funny too! We will recommend this trip to anyone coming to Siem Reap!”

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4.Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,020 reviews · from $20

Travel from Siem Reap to Kampong Phluk in an air-conditioned vehicle, then cruise Tonle Sap past stilted homes, fishing areas, and a flooded mangrove forest. Guides such as Jack, Meng, Chong, Paul, and Happy Tear are praised for warmth and clear explanations. The afternoon trip often ends with sunset on the lake.

“Brilliant experience. It was great to see the floating village and the boat ride through the mangroves was really relaxing. Ming was a fantastic guide, he speaks brilliant English and is super engaging. Thanks so much Ming and Mr Micheal for driving!”

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5.Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beers & BBQ Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 727 reviews · from $9

This 90-minute Phnom Penh sunset cruise carries you past stilt homes, fishing communities, the Royal Palace, Diamond Island bridge, and the Four Faces River junction. Your hotel pickup arrives by tuk-tuk between 4:15 and 4:30pm. The $9 package includes unlimited BBQ food, beer, and soft drinks, with toilets and life jackets onboard.

“This was a far cry from a previous sun set river cruise we had done on a previous sunset dinner cruise we did very recently in Bangkok. This was relaxing, not crowded and great value for money. The staff were attentive, kind and the food was good. Thank you”

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6.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, Wat Ounalom, stilted homes, fishing boats, and Diamond Island. An English-speaking guide explains the sights, while unlimited beer or soft drinks and a fresh fruit platter make this a relaxed, low-cost evening. Hotel pickup by tuk-tuk is optional.

“The name is spot on! You’ll get breathtaking views of the sunset and a wide selection of beers.”

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

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

Spend 90 minutes cruising Phnom Penh’s Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Four Faces Rivers at sunset. Your English-speaking guide points out bridges, Diamond Island, stilted homes, fishing boats, and river life while the crew keeps beer and soft drinks flowing. A fruit platter is included, and one-way hotel pickup is available.

“Great experience! Nice views, good bear and fruits. Soda and soft drinks. We enjoyed the trip. Inkl. Pickup at the hotel.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 326 reviews · from $9

Cruise past the Royal Palace, floating villages, and the meeting point of the Tonle Sap, Mekong, and Bassac rivers. Choose a basic sail or add an all-you-can-eat BBQ dinner, one-way pickup, and welcome cocktail. The 5pm departure gives you sunset and city lights, while the boat offers live Khmer music and a bar.

“This cruise was just perfect! The food was very tasty and the live music was so enjoyable. The people working on the boat were so friendly and helpful. We really had a great time.”

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9.Mekong Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Music

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

Cruise the Mekong from 5 to 7pm for sunset and city lights, or sail from 7 to 9pm beneath Phnom Penh’s evening glow. Cambo Cruise serves a welcome cocktail, fresh-to-order dinner, reasonably priced drinks, and live traditional Khmer music. Hotel pickup may be included for central hotels within 3km.

“Perfect Thank you so much! A fantastic time with people playing Khmer music – it was absolutely amazing! I recommend it 2000%! The people were so friendly 🙏🇰🇭 I chose the 5-7 pm slot, which was perfect because I got to see the sunset and Phnom Penh at night. I had a slight hiccup getting to the meeting point, but the organizer kindly found a solution for me.”

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10.Sihanoukville Highlights Day Tour for Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 171 reviews · from $62

See Sihanoukville through its local markets, fishing port, Buddhist temples, beaches, and countryside. Guides such as Nak, Chhum, Vantha, and Choub are known for clear history and friendly care. The 5 to 6 hour outing includes port or hotel transport, a small group, water, entrance fees, and free time for lunch or the beach.

“Our guide, Mr Chhum was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting and enjoyable. His English was excellent and we all enjoyed his lively sense of humor.”

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11.Sunset Dinner and drinks includes a Floating Village cruise tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 152 reviews · from $49

Spend about four hours touring Tonle Sap Lake from Siem Reap. Stop at a lotus farm, cruise through Chong Khneas by small boat, see floating homes and a crocodile farm, then watch sunset from the Queen Tara floating restaurant with dinner and free-flow drinks. Guides such as Hong and Tino add useful local context.

“Had a great time. Our tour guide was very friendly and we learnt a lot from him. Also has the opportunity to have good discussions with him about present day Cambodia, it’s history as well as the tour itself. The food was very good, quite western and my children certainly liked it. As much to drink as you wanted - beer, spirits, cocktails. The tour involved a stop at the Lotus Farm which was great for photos and a look at fish and flower farming. The boat trip through the fishing village was quite unique, showing a very different way of life. Plenty of waving from the local children as…”

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12.Sunset Cruise on Kanika Boat

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

Spend 80 minutes aboard Kanika Boat, cruising from Phnom Penh along the Tonle Sap and Mekong. You will see riverside life, fishing villages, and the city skyline at sunset. English, French, and Cambodian service is available, with cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks, tapas, and French-Asian dishes sold on board. Bring cash and arrive 15 minutes early.

“Great evening trip on the Mekong and Tonlé Sap. The cocktails are fabulous…try the Spicy Pnstar Martini. After two of them I plucked up the courage to sit on the netting over the water at the front of the boat. Great value for money and a very chilled experience. It’s a must do!”

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13.Floating Village Sunset Boat & Jeep Tour – Inclusive Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews · from $70

Leave Siem Reap at 3:00pm in an open-air jeep with an English-speaking guide. Visit a mushroom farm, rice-wine distillery, and family home before taking a wooden boat through Chong Kneas and onto Tonle Sap for sunset. Groups are capped at eight, with hotel pickup, drinks, snacks, and transport included.

“I enjoyed seeing how the countryside in Cambodia looks and how people live. The floating village was full of great views as well. The guide was excellent as well, she answered everyone’s questions well and provided interesting responses.”

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

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

Spend 90 minutes on the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers, watching Phnom Penh shift from daylight to city lights. Choose cruise-only, drinks, or the Gold package with unlimited BBQ, beer, soft drinks, and fruit. Hotel pickup within 4 km of the dock is included, but you arrange your own return.

“I almost missed the boat because the transportation they were providing didn't show up. So I caught a Tuk Tuk to the dock and made the cruise. I'm glad I did because it was a good time. The food was okay, the beers were cold and plentiful, and the crew was great! Terrific views of the city and sunset. I would recommend this activity and would go again the next time here. Only took away the one star because of the hiccup with the transport.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 95 reviews · from $35

Spend about four hours cruising from Phnom Penh to Silk Island, then ride a tuk-tuk through farms and villages. With guides such as Vuthy and Davuth, you may visit a silk farm, monastery, and local school. Beer, soft drinks, and fresh fruit are included. Hotel pickup is one way only.

“The staff and guide on the boat was exceptional. We were served unlimited beer and sodas. The guide was attentive to sharing knowledge about Cambia, culture, and silk island. He provided snacks. The guide on silk island was fantastic. Learning how silk is made was an experience to remember. The boat ride was safe and the view was beautiful.”

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