Singapore: Royal Albatross Sunset Dinner Cruise & 5-Course Meal

Summary

Sunset sails, tall ship tales and a five-course dinner in Singapore

You’ll sail Singapore’s calm southern waters on a tall ship at sunset, watch sails unfurl by hand, enjoy a five-course dinner under open skies with live music, and hear stories from your local guide as islands drift by. It’s relaxed but quietly special — you might find yourself lingering over dessert longer than usual.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t really know what to expect stepping onto the Royal Albatross at Sentosa — I mean, you see photos but they never quite match the real thing. The deck had this warm wooden smell, mixed with salty air and something floral from someone’s perfume nearby. Our guide (I think his name was Ravi?) greeted us with a copper mug — turns out it was ours to keep, which I only realized after almost handing it back. He laughed and told me to hang onto it, “for luck,” he said. We set off just as the sky started turning that weird blue-grey before sunset — not dramatic, but soft and a little hazy.

The crew actually climbed up the rigging to unfurl the sails by hand, which looked both terrifying and kind of beautiful. There’s this old-school rhythm to it, ropes creaking, people calling out quietly to each other over the wind. I leaned against the rail with my mocktail (tasted like ginger and lime), watching Sentosa shrink behind us. We passed Palawan Beach first — Ravi pointed out where British soldiers used to put up shark fences ages ago. Didn’t expect that bit of history on a fancy dinner cruise.

Dinner came in courses — five of them, which sounds like a lot but somehow didn’t feel heavy at all. I still remember the way the main course tasted slightly smoky, maybe from the sea air or maybe just my imagination running wild. Live music drifted across from the other side of the deck; not too loud, just enough so you could hear laughter over it. At one point we floated past Kusu Island and St John’s Island — Ravi told us stories about turtles and old quarantine stations while we watched city lights flicker in the distance. The whole thing felt oddly timeless, like being part of some slow-moving painting.

By dessert I’d forgotten about my phone (which is rare for me). There was this moment when everyone just went quiet watching the last bit of light fade over Siloso Beach — even the kids at another table stopped fidgeting for once. I still think about that view sometimes when things get noisy back home.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sentosa and Southern Islands tour

• Pass by Fort Siloso area
• View Siloso Beach and activities
• See Palawan Beach history
• Pass Sentosa Cove residential area
• Pass Lazarus Island beach
• Pass Kusu Island shrines
• Pass Saint John’s Island resort

Top questions

Where does the Royal Albatross Sunset Sail depart from?

The cruise departs from Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore.

Is dinner included on the Royal Albatross cruise?

Yes, a five-course seated dinner is included during the cruise.

Are drinks provided on board?

Your ticket includes free-flow soft drinks and a welcome mocktail.

What islands can you see during the sunset cruise?

You’ll pass by Palawan Beach, Siloso Beach, Kusu Island, Lazarus Island and St John’s Island.

Is there live entertainment during the cruise?

Yes, live entertainment is included as part of your evening onboard.

Are children or infants allowed on this cruise?

Yes, infants and small children can join; prams or strollers are allowed.

Do you get any souvenirs with your ticket?

Each guest receives a branded copper mug as a souvenir.

How long does the sunset sail last?

The exact duration isn’t listed but expect an unhurried evening experience along Singapore’s coast.

What’s included

Your evening includes early boarding privileges at Resorts World Sentosa, free-flow soft drinks throughout the cruise plus a welcome mocktail served in your own souvenir copper mug (which you get to keep). You’ll enjoy a full five-course seated dinner under open skies with live entertainment as you pass Singapore’s southern beaches and islands before returning ashore later that night.