Krabi Private Sunset Dinner Cruise: Packages & Prices
From a full private charter down to a smaller private group package
A fully private boat charter for a Krabi sunset dinner cruise starts from ฿90,000 (RM11,470), while smaller private group packages (speedboat or longtail, up to 6-10 people) run $246 to $877 (RM1,046–3,727) per group. If a shared "join tour" suits you better, prices drop to $40 to $100 (RM170–425) per person. Here's the full breakdown.
Fully private charter
Genuinely your own boat for the whole trip
Krabi Sunset Cruises (a real operator with its own booking site) offers a complete Private Boat Hire, from ฿90,000 (RM11,470), genuinely your own boat for the whole trip, no other guests aboard.
Smaller private group packages
Group size limits vary meaningfully between packages
| Package | Price | Approx. (RM) | Group size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Phi Phi & 4 Islands Sunset Cruise (Speedboat) | $876.51 | RM3,727 | Up to 6 |
| Private Tour, Hong Islands & 4 Islands with Sunset & Night Snorkel | $461.99 | RM1,964 | Up to 2 |
| Krabi Private Speed Boat Tour to Islands | $359 (from $449) | RM1,526 | Up to 10 |
| 4 Islands Trip, Private Luxury Longtail Boat | $246 | RM1,046 | Per group, 6 hours |
Sourced from Tripadvisor and Viator. RM figures are approximate conversions and will shift with the exchange rate.
If shared "join tour" pricing suits you better
Considerably cheaper per person than a private charter
Many Krabi sunset dinner cruises run as shared group tours, considerably cheaper per person than a private charter:
| Package | Price (per adult) | Approx. (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Krabi 7 Island Sunset & BBQ Dinner (Join Tour) | $44.30 | RM188 |
| MY LALIDA 4 Islands Sunset Cruise Dinner | ฿1,549 (discounted from ฿2,000) | RM197 |
| Krabi Romantic Sunset Cruise with BBQ Seafood Dinner | $82.27 | RM350 |
| Krabi Sunset Cruises' 4 Island Sunset Cocktail Cruise | ฿3,600 adult / ฿3,000 child (13+ / 4-12) | RM459 / RM383 |
Krabi Sunset Cruises specifically runs a 20% off automatic low-season discount (July–August) applied at checkout for advance bookings.
A real, named boat worth knowing
A genuine, distinctly built motor yacht
MY LALIDA, operated by Big Tour Viago, is a genuine, distinctly built motor yacht constructed from golden teak wood in classical Thai style. Their 4 Islands Sunset Cruise Dinner runs 1,549 THB adult (discounted from 2,000 THB) and 1,159 THB child (discounted from 1,300 THB), with pickup 4:00 to 4:30pm and return by 8:00pm. This is a shared cruise rather than fully private, but worth knowing as a real, distinctive vessel option.
What's typically included
Most packages, private or shared, cover pickup and return transfer, the sunset cruise itself past Aonang and Railay's limestone cliffs, and a buffet or BBQ seafood dinner. One reviewer specifically praised complimentary mango sticky rice, a full seafood platter (or fried chicken for non-seafood eaters), at a total of THB 3,500 per person, calling it "absolutely worth it."
Practical tips
Confirm whether alcoholic drinks are included or purchasable separately. Several sources note that food and non-alcoholic items are typically ticketed, with alcohol available to buy on board.
Check the group size limit carefully for private packages. Some private tours cap at just 2 people, others accommodate up to 10, make sure the package matches your actual group size before booking.
Book in advance during low season (July–August) if you want the automatic discount some operators apply, Krabi Sunset Cruises specifically runs a 20% off promotion during this window.
Compare private charter cost per person against the shared join-tour rate before deciding. A full private boat (from ฿90,000) makes sense for a large group or special occasion, but for a couple, a smaller private package or even a shared cruise may deliver the same experience at meaningfully lower cost.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming "private" always means the same price tier. Costs range from ฿90,000 for a full exclusive charter down to a few hundred dollars for a smaller private group package, confirm exactly what "private" means for the specific listing before booking
- Not checking whether food charges apply even if you don't plan to eat. One reviewer specifically noted being charged for the meal already built into the ticket price regardless of whether they wanted it, worth confirming this detail beforehand
- Booking a shared cruise expecting private-charter service levels. Join tours are genuinely cheaper but come with other guests aboard, if privacy specifically matters for your occasion, budget for the appropriate tier
- Overlooking the cancellation policy, especially given one reviewer's experience of a tour being cancelled with limited communication. Confirm the operator's cancellation terms before paying, particularly for a special-occasion booking
- Not comparing at least two operators before committing. Prices for functionally similar sunset dinner cruises vary meaningfully across Tripadvisor, Viator, and direct operator sites, a quick comparison can save a real amount