Crocodile River Cruise
Crocodile River Cruise in Phnom Penh offers authentic cruises on traditional wooden boats along the Mekong and Tonle Sap.
Crocodile River Cruise in Phnom Penh offers authentic cruises on traditional wooden boats along the Mekong and Tonle Sap. A popular activity for enjoying the sunset over the capital's skyline, it is renowned for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Base price: Around $5 per person for a one-hour sunset cruise (often includes a drink like beer or water). Departures typically occur every 30 minutes during opening hours (approximately from 5 PM to 9 PM-11 PM depending on the day). Experiences offered: Sunset Cruise: Navigate at the confluence of the rivers to see the Royal Palace illuminated. Private cruises: Option to rent a boat for events or groups (around $50/hour). Silk Island Cruise: Longer excursions to Silk Island (Koh Dach) to discover traditional weaving. Onboard services: Cold drinks, snacks (often BBQ or spring rolls), and sometimes live music or DJs for special events.
Booking: You can either show up directly at the "Crocodile Cruise" kiosk on the quay or book via platforms like Tripadvisor or GetYourGuide. Other options like Kanika Boat or Cambo Cruise offer more upscale experiences with full dinner onboard.
Sailing along the Mekong on these traditional wooden boats, especially at sunset, creates a magical moment where the view of Phnom Penh's skyline transforms, enveloped in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, often with a cold beer in hand. It's hard not to want to linger a little longer!
Géraldine & Jean-Pierre
Activities & info
- Sunset cruise (~$5/person, ~1 hr): Mekong / Tonle Sap confluence, Royal Palace views
- Private cruises (~$50/hr) and Silk Island (Koh Dach) excursions
- Departure: Preah Sisowath Quay (opposite Street 104) — ~every 30 min, 5 PM–9/11 PM
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