Experience the Most Stunning Siem Reap Sunset on the Queen Tara Riverboat

Hightlight

🌅 The Ultimate Sunset Vantage Point Experience the “Golden Hour” from the expansive top deck of the largest boat on the Tonlé Sap. With 360-degree unrestricted views, you have the best seat in Siem Reap to watch the sun dip below the horizon of Cambodia’s “Great Lake.”
🚢 A Century of History Step aboard the legendary Queen Tara, a beautifully restored 100-year-old former cargo vessel. Unlike the small, noisy motorboats used by other tours, the Queen Tara offers a spacious, stable, and historic atmosphere.
🍹 Unlimited Open Bar & Khmer Buffet Indulge in a “no-wallet-needed” evening. Enjoy a free-flow selection of cocktails, cold beers, spirits, and soft drinks alongside a generous buffet featuring authentic Khmer specialties and Western favorites.
🛶 Deep Into the Floating Villages Navigate the winding waterways of the Tonlé Sap Biosphere Reserve on our smaller “Mini-Tara” craft. You’ll get an up-close look at a world on stilts—floating schools, markets, churches, and even basketball courts.
🌸 Lotus Farm & Countryside Culture Beyond the water, enjoy a scenic stop at local lotus flower farms. Learn about the sacred importance of the flower in Khmer culture and see how it is transformed into rare, eco-friendly silk.
🌍 Sustainable & Community Focused Travel with a conscience. The Queen Tara is 100% solar-powered, and every booking directly supports education and clean water projects for the very families you visit in the floating villages.

Itinerary

The Queen Tara Sunset Dinner Cruise

The Ultimate Evening on the Tonlé Sap

Tonle Sap Sunset Cruise

Experience the most stunning sunset in Cambodia from the expansive decks of the legendary Queen Tara. This isn’t just a boat ride; it’s an all-inclusive evening featuring an Open Bar, a Full Buffet Dinner or Fixed Menu, and a journey through the heart of the floating villages.

Unlimited Open Bar: Cocktails, soft drinks , beers and spirits,—all included.
The Best Views: Unrestricted 360-degree sunset views from the lake’s largest deck.
Authentic Discovery: Guided by local experts through floating markets, schools, and homes.
Eco-Friendly: ☀️ 100% solar-powered and locally staffed.

At a Glance

Pickup: 3:30 PM (Siem Reap) | Return: 7:30 PM
Price: $38 Per Person (All-inclusive)
Inclusions: Hotel transfers, village cruise, Unlimited Drinks, Buffet or Fixed Menu Dinner, and all entry fees.

The Itinerary

3:30 PM | Pickup & Countryside We’ll collect you in a comfortable vehicle for a scenic drive. We’ll stop at local lotus flower farms to see how these sacred blooms are used in Khmer silk-making and culture.

4:00 PM | Village Exploration Board our stable Mini-Tara craft to navigate the floating communities of the Tonlé Sap Biosphere Reserve. See a world with no roads—where schools, shops, and even basketball courts float atop the water.

5:15 PM | The Queen Tara Experience Step aboard our 100-year-old flagship. While other tourists are cramped on small boats, you’ll enjoy:

The Open Bar: Unlimited free-flow drinks as the sky begins to change.
The Buffet: A generous spread of Khmer and Western favorites (Vegetarian available).
The Sunset: Relax in a hammock or at the Captain’s wheel for the best golden hour photos in Siem Reap.

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Return Journey Cruise back through the village as the evening lights flicker on. Our driver will take you back to your hotel or drop you off at Pub Street to continue your night!

Why the Queen Tara Sunset?

Space to Breathe: With 3 decks and 5 western toilets, we offer the most comfortable experience on the lake.
Safe & Insured: Professional crew, life jackets, and solar-powered reliability.
Impact: Every sunset helps fund education and clean water projects for the village families.

Want to stay longer? Ask us about our limited Overnight Cabins to wake up to a peaceful sunrise on the lake.

Includes & Excludes

Complimentary Pick-up & Drop-off: Round-trip transfers from your hotel in Siem Reap

Expert Local Guide: Professional English-speaking guides to share the history and culture of the Tonlé Sap.

Scenic Countryside Stop: A visit to local lotus flower farms to learn about Khmer silk-making.

Village Cruise: Guided tour through the floating villages, markets, and schools aboard our stable "Mini-Tara" craft.

The Queen Tara Experience: Access to all three decks of our 100-year-old flagship, the largest boat on the lake.

Unlimited Open Bar: Free-flow cocktails, ice-cold beers, spirits, and soft drinks

Full Buffet Dinner or Fixed Menu both Western and Khmer Fusion (Vegetarian and Vegan options available)

All Entry Fees: All Tonlé Sap lake entrance fees and community taxes are covered.

Safety Equipment: Life jackets and a fully insured, professional crew.

Personal Expenses: Any souvenirs purchased at the floating markets or lotus farms.

Gratuities: Tips for your driver and boat crew are not required but are greatly appreciated if you enjoyed the service.

Important Info

The Best Sunset Experience on the Tonlé Sap Lake

Searching for the perfect Siem Reap sunset cruise? Look no further than the legendary Queen Tara Riverboat. As the largest historic vessel on the Great Tonlé Sap Lake, we offer a level of comfort and space that smaller boats simply cannot match. Our all-inclusive sunset dinner features a full buffet of Khmer and Western favorites, served alongside an unlimited open bar with cocktails, cold beers, and Australian wines.

This is more than just a dinner cruise; it is an authentic journey through the floating fishing villages of Cambodia. Our local guides will show you the floating schools, markets, and spirit houses that make this UNESCO Biosphere Reserve so unique. By choosing an eco-friendly, solar-powered tour, you are directly supporting the floating communities we have partnered with for over 20 years. Relax in a hammock, enjoy the 360-degree views from our upper deck, and witness the most famous lake sunset in Cambodia in total peace.

Don’t Miss the Best Sunset in Siem Reap

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