Staff Recommend: 5 Chaophraya River Buffet Cruises Recommended by the Chillpainai Team

Thinking about having a dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River but not sure which buffet boat to choose? Which one suits you, and which one is really worth the experience? No worries—we’ve made it easy.
Today, Chillpainai has selected 5 recommended Chao Phraya buffet cruises that our team truly loves.
Let’s dive in and see which cruises made the cut!

1.The Opulence Cruise 

"Luxury boat, delicious food"

Starting with the first cruise, The Opulence Cruise—the Chillpainai team agrees this is a luxurious, beautifully decorated boat that’s a pleasure to dine on, with premium and delicious food.

This 3-deck cruise departs from ICONSIAM and sails from 20:00 to 22:15. It’s the largest cruise on the Chao Phraya River, accommodating up to 750 guests.

• Decks 1 & 2: air-conditioned, with VIP rooms and a karaoke room on the first deck.

• Deck 3: open-air rooftop with 360-degree panoramic river views.

The buffet offers over 30 menu items, with highlights including grilled river prawns, New Zealand mussels, tender beef steak and stew, fresh sushi and sashimi, along with Thai desserts and cakes.

It’s an impressive experience that’s sure to make you want to go back again!

Boarding Point: ICON SIAM
Cruise Time: 8:00 PM - 10:15 PM

Price
Adult: 1,800 THB
Child: 1,200 THB

2.Sawasdee Chaophraya Cruise

"The new cruise has a wheelchair-accessible elevator."

Next up is Sawasdee Chaophraya Cruise, another cruise recommended by the Chillpainai team. It’s the newest luxury boat on the river and is also wheelchair-friendly, equipped with an elevator for seniors or wheelchair users.

This 3-deck cruise departs from ICONSIAM from 18:45 to 20:45, making it a perfect evening cruise that’s not too late—you can even take a stroll around ICONSIAM afterwards.

The interior is stunning, with a “Magic River” theme and plenty of photo spots:

• Lower deck: air-conditioned with a stylish VIP karaoke room.

• Second deck: open-air, letting you enjoy the river breeze, with a covered area in case of rain and two VIP karaoke rooms.

• Top deck: fully open-air with thoughtfully spaced seating for privacy and comfort.

The cruise’s elevator service across all decks makes it convenient for seniors and wheelchair users.

The buffet line is impressive. Highlights include grilled river prawns, and unique dishes you rarely see on other cruises, such as scallops and mussels baked with cheese, crab fat fried rice, rosemary apple pork ribs, and squid fritters stuffed with mozzarella cheese.

It’s definitely one of the must-visit cruises according to the Chillpainai team!

Boarding Point: ICONSIAM
Cruise Time:  18:45 PM - 20:45 PM

Price
Adults: 1,300 THB
Children 4-10 years: 1,000 THB

3.The Luxury White

"There is an all-you-can-drink promotion."

Next up is The Luxury White, a cruise that the Chillpainai team considers so worth it you’ll want to book immediately.

The biggest highlight of this cruise is the all-you-can-drink beverage buffet, including both non-alcoholic drinks and alcoholic options such as white wine, red wine, draft beer, soda, lemon juice, and fruit teas—all unlimited refill.

The cruise departs from ICONSIAM from 20:15 to 22:15. It’s a large 3-deck vessel with comfortable seating:

• Decks 1 & 2: air-conditioned

• Top deck: open-air rooftop with 360-degree panoramic views of the Chao Phraya River

The décor is stunning, especially on Deck 2, where the ceiling is designed like a night sky with stars—a perfect photo spot!

The buffet offers over 40 menu items, with highlights including grilled river prawns and New Zealand mussels, making for a truly indulgent dining experience.

Boarding Point: ICON SIAM
Cruise Time: 20:15 PM - 22:15 PM

Price
Adult: 1,280 THB
Child: 1,000 THB

4.SUNSET Meridian Cruise 2

"Best value at a budget-friendly price"

Next up is Meridian Cruise 2 – Sunset Edition, a cruise that truly lives up to the term “luxuriously good value.” For just 599 THB, you can enjoy a buffet with grilled river prawns and a wide variety of dishes all-you-can-eat, while cruising along the Chao Phraya River at sunset.

The cruise departs from ICONSIAM from 16:45 to 18:45, perfect for a relaxed evening with the sun setting over the river.

The 2-deck boat layout:

• Lower deck: air-conditioned

• Upper deck: open-air, with a covered area so you don’t need to worry about heat or rain

The buffet features a wide range of dishes, including grilled river prawns, New Zealand mussels, fresh salmon sashimi, assorted sushi, Thai salads, papaya salad, Thai and international cuisine, desserts, fruits, and even unlimited beef noodle soup.

If you’re looking for a sunset buffet cruise that’s a real steal, this one is definitely worth it!

Boarding Point: ICONSIAM
Cruise Time: 16:45 PM - 18:45 PM

Price
Adults: 599 THB
Children: 500 THB

5.Bangkok Chaophraya Cruise 

"The buffet is packed with options, featuring grilled seafood skewers and mango sticky rice."

To wrap up, we have the Bangkok Chaophraya Cruise, a luxurious 3-deck vessel departing from ICONSIAM from 20:00 to 22:00.

The highlights of this cruise go beyond the star dishes of grilled river prawns and New Zealand mussels. You can also enjoy grilled seafood skewers, squid with spicy seafood sauce, and roast duck served with noodles and rich duck sauce.

This 3-deck luxury cruise features:

• Decks 1 & 2: air-conditioned

• Deck 3: open-air rooftop

The buffet lineup is extensive, finishing off with mango sticky rice, a treat you rarely find on other cruises. Truly, this is another Chao Phraya buffet cruise that the team highly recommends booking!

Boarding Point: Asiatique Pier
Cruise Time: 20:00 PM - 22:00 PM

Price
Adults: 1,550 THB / Children: 1,100 THB

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