Catamaran Sarita Phu Quoc Private Luxury Sunset Sail

Catch the sunset from the sea. Catamaran Sarita offers a private six-hour cruise from An Thoi, pairing a polished 45-foot yacht with snorkeling, fishing, seafood dinner, and open views across the Gulf of Thailand. I like the private format for up to 12 people and the generous list of included activities, drinks, and equipment. The main drawback is the price: at $2,350 per group, it makes the most sense when your party is fairly large.

I also like the amount of room on board. You can move between the shaded quarterdeck, large saloon, foredeck, and upper deck instead of being stuck in one crowded seating area. The afternoon start is well judged for sunset, though six hours on a yacht may feel long if your group mainly wants a quick golden-hour sail.

Key things to know before booking

• The private group price works best for larger parties: With up to 12 people, the cost comes to about $196 per person when the boat is full.
• Sunset is the centerpiece: The cruise reaches the waters near Sunset Town at about 5:30 pm, with free-flow local beer, soft drinks, and water available.
• You get more than a scenic sail: Snorkeling equipment, fishing rods, SUP and kayaks, towels, seasonal fruit, WiFi, and dinner are included.
• The 45-foot catamaran has several viewing areas: A panoramic saloon, shaded quarterdeck, foredeck, upper deck, and sundeck give you choices in sun and shade.
• The seafood dinner follows the sunset: Dinner is scheduled for about 6:30 pm, making this a full afternoon and evening outing rather than a short cruise.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund, while ordinary cancellations need to be made at least 24 hours ahead.

Why the Sarita works as a private Phu Quoc outing

Phu Quoc has plenty of boat trips, but the private setup changes the feel of the day. You are not sharing the whole experience with a large mixed group. Your party controls the mood, whether that means a quiet family evening, a relaxed celebration, or an afternoon with friends who want time on the water without rushing from one activity to the next.

The boat is a 45-foot catamaran designed with comfort in mind. A crew of three to five people looks after the charter, and a licensed guide is included. The vessel is described as able to host up to 30 people, but this private booking is priced for a group of up to 12, so you get a much smaller arrangement than the boat’s full capacity.

That distinction matters. A catamaran can feel spacious when everyone has room to spread out, but the value depends heavily on how many people share the bill. At the full group size, the price is easier to defend because it covers transport, crew, food, drinks, water activities, and several hours at sea. For only two or three people, the same total becomes a serious luxury splurge.

Starting at An Thoi at 2:30 pm

Pickup is offered from your hotel, with the day beginning at 2:30 pm and a transfer to the pier. The cruise then checks in at the catamaran around 3 pm. This gives you a clear afternoon schedule and removes some of the usual guesswork over how to reach the departure point.

At check-in, you receive a welcome drink and a briefing from the cruise manager. That briefing is useful because the outing includes several parts: sailing, snorkeling, fishing, time on the sundeck, sunset viewing, and dinner. You should listen carefully to the timing so you know when the boat is moving and when the crew expects you back on board.

An Thoi is the launch point for the cruise rather than a long sightseeing stop. The focus is the water beyond the pier. If you want a day built around temples, markets, or inland attractions, this is not that kind of excursion. It is a sea day from the start.

Setting out across the Gulf of Thailand

At about 3:15 pm, the catamaran leaves the pier and heads toward the Gulf of Thailand. The early part of the trip gives you time to settle into the boat before the later sunset and dinner schedule.

The design is one of the strongest parts of the experience. The large mid-deck saloon has comfortable sofas and panoramic views, with air conditioning for anyone who needs a break from the heat. Outside, the shaded quarterdeck has seating and a table, while the foredeck and upper deck offer more open views.

I would treat the boat as a series of small spaces rather than one single lounge. The saloon is the practical choice when you want shade and cool air. The quarterdeck works for an outdoor meal or a protected view. The foredeck and upper deck are better for watching the horizon and feeling the movement of the boat. The sundeck gives you another place to stretch out between activities.

The description also mentions dining tables and outdoor seating with a table. That matters for a six-hour charter, especially when dinner is part of the plan. You are not expected to sit in one position for the entire afternoon.

Snorkeling, fishing, and time on the water

Once under way, the schedule allows time for fishing, snorkeling, and relaxing on the sundeck. Snorkeling equipment and a fishing rod are supplied, so you do not need to arrange those items separately.

The exact length and location of each activity are not specified, so you should think of them as parts of the afternoon rather than fixed, long stops. Conditions at sea and the crew’s schedule will shape how much time you get for each one. If snorkeling is your main reason for booking, ask for the day’s expected activity plan before departure.

The inclusion of SUP and kayaks adds another option for people who do not want to spend the whole afternoon swimming or sitting. Towels are supplied, which is a small but useful detail after water activities. Seasonal fruit and bottled water help keep the day comfortable between the more substantial meals and drinks.

Fishing equipment is also included, though no catch or fishing location is promised. I would treat it as a pleasant extra, not the central purpose of the charter. The same goes for WiFi on board. It is useful if you need to stay connected, but the real value of the trip is the open water and time together.

The 5:30 pm sunset near Sunset Town

At about 5:30 pm, Sarita cruises slowly toward Sunset Town for the sunset view. This is the most clearly timed scenic moment of the trip, and the late-afternoon schedule is built around it.

You can enjoy the changing light from several parts of the boat. The upper deck and foredeck should suit anyone who wants an unobstructed view, while the saloon offers a cooler setting with wide windows. The shaded quarterdeck gives you a middle ground, with fresh air but some protection from the sun.

Free-flow local beer, soft drinks, and water are included during the cruise. That makes the sunset portion feel more relaxed, since you are not counting every drink as an extra charge. Alcohol is part of the package, but you can also stay with soft drinks and water.

Sunset times vary by season, so the listed 5:30 pm schedule should be read as an approximate operating plan. The cruise requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund. This is important in Phu Quoc, where clouds and sea conditions can affect the view even when the day begins pleasantly.

Seafood dinner at about 6:30 pm

Dinner is scheduled for around 6:30 pm and includes seafood. The meal turns the outing from a sunset sail into a full evening program, and it means you do not have to organize a restaurant booking immediately after returning to shore.

The available information does not provide a full menu, so I would not book this expecting a particular shellfish, fish, or preparation. You can expect a seafood-focused dinner, with the crew handling the meal on board. One of the strongest positive details about the experience is the praise for the seafood selection and the full-service setup.

The dining arrangements are practical. You have an indoor dining table in the large saloon and outdoor table seating on the boat. That gives you a choice between air conditioning and open-air dining, depending on the weather and your group’s preference.

If someone in your party has dietary needs, tell the operator before departure. The experience specifically allows you to communicate requests to Ms Ngoc, who was praised for preparing what the group needed. Since the available information does not confirm which dietary requests can be met, advance notice is the sensible approach.

What the boat feels like for families and groups

The private format suits families particularly well. One family described the yacht as a strong choice for a family trip, and the boat’s layout supports that recommendation. Parents can sit in the saloon, children can have access to water activities when conditions permit, and the group can spread out rather than remain at one shared table.

The crew size of three to five people is another useful feature. It allows the charter to provide guidance, serve food and drinks, and help with the activities without leaving your group to manage everything alone. The licensed guide is included as part of the service.

Still, this is a boat day, not a fully structured theme-park activity. You should be comfortable with time on the water and with a schedule shaped by weather and sea conditions. The itinerary includes several activities, but the pace may feel leisurely rather than packed from minute to minute.

For a birthday, anniversary, reunion, or family holiday, that slower pace can be exactly right. You have room for conversation and can enjoy the boat itself instead of treating it only as transport between stops.

What the $2,350 price really buys

The price is $2,350 per group of up to 12 people. At full capacity, that works out to about $196 per person. For 10 people, it is about $235 each, while a couple would be paying the entire group rate between two people.

The value improves because so much is bundled in: hotel pickup, dinner, bottled water, WiFi, snorkeling equipment, a fishing rod, SUP, kayaks, towels, seasonal fruit, a licensed guide, sea tour insurance for foreign visitors in Vietnam, and free-flow local beer, soft drinks, and water.

You also pay for privacy, space, and a crewed catamaran rather than a basic shared boat. If your party values comfort and wants a single private outing, the price can be reasonable. If you are mainly looking for a low-cost way to watch the sunset, this is far more than you need.

I would compare it with the cost of arranging separate transport, dinner, boat activities, and drinks for a large group. The more people you bring, the more persuasive the package becomes. The most important decision is not the boat’s features. It is whether your group will use enough of them to justify the total.

Timing, weather, and practical details

The experience lasts about six hours, beginning with pickup at 2:30 pm. Confirmation is normally provided when you book, though bookings made within one day of travel are confirmed as soon as possible and depend on availability.

Most people can participate, and the experience is near public transportation. Pickup is offered, which is helpful because it keeps the start of the day simple. You should still confirm the exact pickup arrangements and allow enough time to reach the pier.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off follows local time.

Weather is the main factor outside your control. If the operator cancels because conditions are poor, you can choose a different date or receive a full refund. That policy gives you some protection, but it does not guarantee a clear sunset or calm water on the day you select.

Who should book Catamaran Sarita

I would recommend this charter to a family or private group that wants a polished afternoon at sea without organizing each piece separately. It is especially well suited to parties of eight to 12, where the cost spreads out and the private setting becomes a real advantage.

It also suits people who care about comfort. The air-conditioned saloon, multiple outdoor areas, shaded seating, towels, dinner, and included drinks make it more than a basic boat ride. The crew and guide add support for the activities, while the boat provides enough room to change your view throughout the afternoon.

I would hesitate if you are traveling alone, as a couple, or on a tight budget. I would also hesitate if your priority is a long snorkeling session, since the available schedule does not promise a specific amount of time in the water. For those needs, a more specialized activity may fit better.

Should you book this sunset sail?

Book Catamaran Sarita if your group can share the cost and you want a private, comfortable evening that combines sailing, water activities, sunset, drinks, and seafood dinner. The strongest reasons are the spacious yacht, flexible seating, full-service crew, and simple all-in-one plan.

Skip it if you only want a short sunset cruise or if your party is too small to make the price comfortable. For the right group, though, this is a well-equipped way to turn one Phu Quoc afternoon into a memorable occasion, with the sunset as the finale rather than the entire show.

FAQ

How much does the Catamaran Sarita charter cost?

The private charter costs $2,350 per group of up to 12 people.

How long is the experience?

The cruise lasts approximately six hours.

What time does pickup begin?

Hotel pickup begins at 2:30 pm.

Where does the cruise depart?

The experience starts at An Thoi, where you check in at the catamaran around 3 pm.

Is the cruise private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour.

What is included?

The package includes dinner, bottled water, WiFi, snorkeling equipment, a fishing rod, free-flow local beer, soft drinks and water, SUP, kayaks, towels, seasonal fruit, a licensed guide, and one-day sea tour insurance for foreign visitors in Vietnam.

What happens if the weather is poor?

If the experience is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.