Phuket sunset cruise: which tour to book

For a sunset at sea without a full day out, the Coral Island and Promthep sunset dinner cruise (4.6 from 263 reviews) is our first pick: snorkeling, dinner on board and the sun setting off the cape. For a longer day with two islands, the Coral, Racha and Promthep tour (4.5 from 141 reviews). Ratings checked in October 2026; prices depend on the date, see each page. This page contains partner links: if you book, we earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Promthep Cape, Phuket's sunset viewpoint

Tour	Length	Rating (Oct 2026)	Best for
Coral Island and Promthep dinner	half day	4.6; 263 reviews	most visitors	See
Coral, Racha and Promthep	about 10 h	4.5; 141 reviews	two islands in a day	See
Deluxe James Bond sunset tour	full day	4.7; 76 reviews	Phang Nga Bay fans	See

Coral Island and Promthep dinner

The cruise combines a snorkeling stop at Coral Island, dinner at sea and the sunset off Cape Phromthep. Reviews praise the sunset and the crew. It is the easiest to recommend.

Coral, Racha and Promthep

The longer option adds Racha Island. Guides are well rated, but some travelers find the boat too full and the beach time shortened by the meal.

Deluxe James Bond sunset tour

The deluxe tour extends the visit to Phang Nga Bay into the evening, with canoeing. Fewer reviews (76) but a good rating. See also the James Bond Island tour comparison.

Other cruises seen

The Melody dinner cruise (buffet dinner, listed from about $74) and the catamaran cruise with a DJ (about $116) also exist; their ratings were not checked here, so check them before booking. A Coral Island sailing cruise rated 3.8 by its travelers is not included.

Good to know

Early dinner: on some trips dinner is served around 4:30 pm, before sunset.
Sunset spot: one traveler found Promthep Cape better than the harbor.
Sea: in the rainy season (May to October) trips can be cancelled or moved; see the best time to visit.
Pickup: check whether the hotel transfer is included.

Which cruise to choose

Couple, first time: Coral Island and Promthep dinner.
Full day, two islands: Coral, Racha and Promthep.
Phang Nga Bay: deluxe James Bond sunset tour.
Evening without a beach stop: Melody dinner cruise, after checking its rating.

FAQ

What time is sunset in Phuket?

Around 6:00 to 6:40 pm depending on the season; the operator gives the departure time.

Do I need to bring snorkeling gear?

It is usually provided; check the "included" list of the tour.

Can I book at the last minute?

Often yes, but dates fill up in high season: book a few days ahead.