Singapore · SINGAPORE RIVER BUMBOAT CRUISES
55 reviewed
The whole story of the island lines the Singapore River, and the view is best from the water. Here are the best river and bumboat cruises: day trips past the Merlion, sunset sails, and night runs timed to the Spectra light show, with prices and durations for each.
A 40-minute electric bumboat cruise along Singapore River landmarks, with recorded audio, classic bridges, restored shophouses, and great night views.
“The kindness of the host were great The tour is 40 min so plenty of time to enjoy the ride and take pics”
Singapore at night with hotel pickup, a Singapore River Cruise, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra shows plus Merlion Park and Lau Pa Sat.
“Amazing light and water shows nice boat trip. Food was nice,fun but would be nice to have on boat or earlier.”
A small-group catamaran tour to Pulau Ubin kelongs and Smith Marine floating restaurant, with stories on ports, fish farming, and nature.
“We were very fortunate to have Robin as our captain and only 4 people. He was very informative, happy to chat to us and share information. Very helpful and even dropped us to the MRT station. Great day out.”
Singapore River Cruise plus Garden Rhapsody and Spectra with hotel pickup, guided stops, and easy timing for night photos in 4 hours.
“William was very cqptivating, precise and interesting as well as. friendly with us, it was a beautiful visite, thanks you for being so professional 💕 Family 6 😉”
A 4-hour Singapore night tour with Merlion photos, a relaxed river cruise, Gardens by the Bay light show, and Spectra at Marina Bay.
“Great way to see Singapore. The cruise on the river was relaxing and gave us the chance to see the sights from a different angle. Got a great viewing area for the light show at Gardens By the Bay and the laser show at Marina Bay Sands. Our guide Don was great and kept us all on time for each event.”
Private Singapore night tour with hotel pickup, Little India, Gardens by the Bay light show, SkyPark views, and a Singapore River cruise.
“Alex was fantastic. Very knowledgeable of Singapore history. Super friendly. Unfortunately traffic was to heavy to get into night show but we have viator tickets tonight for Marina Sands so will see the show from there. Instead he gave us a tour of other parts of the city which was fantastic. Highly recommend Alex”
Hop on the Original DUCKtour for a WWII amphibious land-and-sea ride from Suntec to Marina Bay, with Merlion views and English stories.
“A great way to see the city and the guide / driver were fantastic.”
Royal Albatross sunset sail in Singapore with Sentosa and Southern Islands views, plus a 5-course seated dinner on an old tall ship.
“Much too expensive. Food OK, service OK. Nothing special.... Not worthy the price. Not recommend....”
Open-top night bus, Gardens by the Bay Rhapsody lights, and a Clarke Quay river cruise from Marina Square in Singapore.
“You can easily visit the light show at the Supertree Grove and do the riverboat cruise on your own. Taxis are readily available and not expensive. We found tour to be rushed as had to leave before light show finished to catch bus and then Read more”
See Singapore at dusk with a Clarke Quay river cruise and two top light shows at Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands.
“We had a lovely evening. Tour guide Colin was great kept us informed with some history. The light shows were wonderful high light”
Singapore by night in one smooth 4-hour group loop: Merlion Park, Clarke Quay bumboat cruise, Garden Rhapsody, and Spectra show.
“A very well organised tour. Jin was an excellent guide and shared his knowledge well. He had clear instructions so everyone was on time. The sites were fabulous and viewing spots were well chosen. We would recommend this tour.”
A private 7-hour round-island style day in Singapore with a guide, Little India, temples, a Singapore River cruise, Orchid Garden, and more.
“Alex was our guide. He was fun, knowledgeable, professional, respectful and went the extra mile to give us a fantastic Singapore experience. We saw so much, had so much fun, and thoroughly enjoyed our full day tour. We were given great options about what we wanted to do and saw all the highlights of a fabulous country. A must do.”
Small-group Singapore River Cruise with Merlion photos plus Spectra and Garden Rhapsody water light shows, with hotel pickup and a Water B upgrade.
“The hotel pick up and drop off. It made things so easy, not worrying about getting to and from. I also liked the boat cruise and excellent light show at at Garden's by the bay.”
Twilight in Singapore with a 30-min river cruise, Gardens by the Bay light show, Marina Bay Sands Spectra, plus optional Lau Pa Sat street food stop.
“Very varied; great light shows; Colin was an excellent guide - really informative and entertaining, very well organised, a clear communicator about meeting times and places, and very happy to answer questions”
Singapore twilights with river cruise and two light shows. Pickup, expert guide, Clarke Quay skyline, Supertree Rhapsody, Spectra.
“Vincent picked us on time from our hotel. Tour was nice with explanations on the various sites and Singaporean history. 9/10.”
