RedRiverTours – Enjoying Sunset & Night Squid Fishing

Phu Quoc’s sunset and night squid fishing trip turns a simple boat ride into an evening meal and a small fishing lesson. You leave around 5:00 pm, watch the sea change color, then work the fishing gear after dark before returning to Bach Dang Port at 9:00 pm.

I like the short four-hour schedule, especially for families, and the fact that dinner is served on board rather than added as a separate stop. I also like the low price of $14 per person. The catch is not guaranteed, so you should book this for the sea views and activity, not for a promise of a full basket of squid.

• Sunset at sea: The trip begins with open-water views as daylight fades.
• Traditional night fishing: You use the supplied equipment to try catching squid after dark.
• Dinner on board: The meal includes seafood, noodles, squid porridge, and fruit.
• Family-friendly timing: The four-hour outing is short enough for many children, with free admission for children under 1 meter.
• Rainy-season change: From April to October, the fishing area may move to An Thoi, and cloudy weather is possible.
• Simple meeting clue: Your guide wears a yellow uniform for pickup.

From Duong Dong to a sunset at sea

The evening starts with hotel pickup at about 5:00 pm. Pickup and drop-off are free inside Duong Dong town, which makes this a useful choice if you are staying in the island’s main town area. Outside Duong Dong, you pay an extra fee, so check your hotel location before booking.

Your guide wears a yellow uniform. That is a small detail, but it matters when several vans and tour groups gather around a hotel entrance. The tour is offered in English, and an English-speaking guide accompanies the group.

The boat heads out from the port area, with the sunset as the first main event. Phu Quoc’s evening light is the reason to start before nightfall. You get time to watch the sea turn darker and warmer in color before the fishing begins.

Do not expect a long sightseeing route packed with stops. The appeal is slower and simpler: sit on the boat, look out across the water, and let the change from daylight to darkness become part of the activity. Bring your camera, but protect it from splashes and keep your belongings close.

The sunset is part of the value

At this price, the sunset does much of the work. The boat gives you a different view of the island than a land-based sunset spot, and you are already in position for the evening fishing session.

The timing is practical. You see the final light, then stay on the water as the sky darkens. That change gives the outing a clear rhythm. It is not just a boat transfer to a fishing point, and it is not only a meal cruise.

Cloud cover can affect the view. From April through October, the fishing location may be moved to An Thoi because of the rainy season, and the weather can be cloudy. You should treat the sunset as a welcome possibility rather than a guaranteed show.

The tour’s information also lists the world’s longest three-wire cable cars and Aquatopia Water Park among its highlights. Those attractions are not described as stops in the four-hour sunset and fishing schedule, and no cable-car or water-park admission is included in the stated package. If those attractions are important to you, confirm how they relate to your booking before you pay.

Trying traditional squid fishing after dark

Once night arrives, the main activity begins. The crew supplies the required equipment for traditional night squid fishing, so you do not need to bring your own gear.

The process is simple, but catching something takes patience. You lower the equipment, wait, and repeat the action as directed. This is not a polished show with a guaranteed result. Some people catch squid, while others may spend much of the session trying without success.

That uncertainty is the point for some people. You get a direct taste of a local fishing activity instead of watching a performance from the sidelines. For others, especially anyone expecting a sure catch, the fishing can feel disappointing. The experience works best when you see the catch as a bonus.

Recent feedback includes one particularly clear warning: a French participant reported catching no squid, and a German participant also noted that no squid was caught. At the same time, a family booking described the fishing as simple and said many people did catch something. The fair reading is that the activity is real, but luck and conditions matter.

I would set your expectations this way: you are paying for time on the water, sunset, a chance to fish, and dinner. You are not paying for a guaranteed seafood haul.

Dinner includes seafood and your catch

Dinner is served on board after the fishing session. The stated menu includes steamed shrimp or steamed squid, squid porridge, stir-fried noodles, and fresh fruit. The menu may change with the season.

The meal has a nice connection to the evening. You fish first, then eat seafood while still on the boat. If you catch squid, the tour description says you can enjoy the fresh squid you fished. If you do not catch anything, the included meal still gives you a proper dinner rather than leaving you to find food after returning to port.

The meal is best understood as a straightforward boat dinner, not a fine-dining event. The menu offers several filling elements, with noodles and porridge providing more substance than seafood alone. A bottle of water is also included for each person.

Food preferences are not detailed, so contact the operator before booking if you have allergies or require a special diet. Do not assume that menu substitutions are available.

A good four-hour fit for families

The schedule suits people who want an evening activity without giving up an entire day. A five-year-old can become worn out on a long boat trip, but the four-hour length is more manageable. One booking from a family with a four-year-old found the duration suitable and praised the sunset, friendly staff, dinner, and reasonable price.

Children under 1 meter tall are free. Children from 1 meter to under 1.4 meters pay 70 percent of the adult price. Anyone 1.4 meters or taller pays the adult rate.

Children under 10 must join under a parent’s supervision. That rule is especially important around fishing equipment and while the boat is moving. Parents should also think carefully about seasickness. The tour is not suitable for people prone to motion sickness, and an evening on the water can feel long if a child becomes uncomfortable.

The short schedule and family pricing make this more appealing for families than a full-day marine excursion. Still, children need to be watched closely, and the fishing may test the patience of a young child who wants immediate action.

The practical cost at $14

At $14 per person, this is one of those activities where the value depends on what you want from the evening. You receive hotel pickup and return within Duong Dong, an English-speaking guide, a bottle of water, fishing equipment, dinner, and tourism insurance with a maximum of 30,000,000 VND per case.

That is a solid package for a four-hour outing. You do not need to arrange transport to the port, rent equipment, or find dinner afterward. The low price also softens the risk of an empty fishing session. If no squid appear, the sunset and meal still form a complete evening.

There are extra charges to watch. Pickup outside Duong Dong costs more, and a 20 percent surcharge applies on the listed public Tet holidays: January 1, February 16 to 21, April 30, May 1, and September 2. These surcharges are paid in cash directly to the driver.

VAT is not included, and personal spending is also separate. Towels and sunscreen are not supplied. Since sunscreen is not listed as an included item, bring your own even for an evening trip.

Rainy-season planning from April to October

The rainy season can change the fishing location. From April to October, the boat may move the activity to An Thoi, and the weather may be cloudy.

This does not automatically make the trip a poor choice. The fishing can still go ahead, and a different departure area may be the sensible response to sea conditions. But the sunset view is less predictable when clouds cover the horizon.

If you are visiting in the rainy season, book this as a flexible evening plan. Keep your schedule open enough to accept a changed location, and do not build the whole night around a perfect sunset photograph.

The operator also provides tourism insurance, with coverage listed at a maximum of 30,000,000 VND per case. That is useful, but you should still bring sensible personal items and follow the guide’s instructions on board.

What to bring and what to leave behind

Bring a camera for the sunset and fishing session. Bring sunscreen, since it is not included, and consider any personal items you normally need for an evening on the water.

Alcohol and drugs are not allowed. The supplied information does not list towels as included, so pack one if you think you may need it.

Wear practical clothing that you do not mind getting damp. This advice is based on the nature of a boat trip, not on a promised onboard facility, so keep valuables protected and avoid bringing anything unnecessary.

The meeting point is not described as a fixed street address. Instead, look for the guide in a yellow uniform during pickup. If you are staying outside Duong Dong, confirm the pickup fee and meeting arrangement before the evening begins.

Who will enjoy this trip most

I would recommend this outing to you if you want three things in one evening: a sunset view, a simple fishing activity, and dinner. It is also a good match if you are watching your budget or need a shorter program for a family.

You will probably enjoy it less if your main goal is catching a large amount of squid. The fishing depends on luck, conditions, and timing. The supplied feedback includes more than one case where no squid were caught, so the activity should not be sold to yourself as a guaranteed meal from your own catch.

It is also a poor fit if you are prone to seasickness. The tour takes place on the water for several hours, and there is no indication that the boat offers a special motion-sickness service.

Solo visitors, couples, and families can all use the tour differently. A couple might focus on the sunset and quiet meal. A family might value the short duration and child pricing. A solo visitor may enjoy the fishing as a low-cost way to meet others on the boat, though the group size is not specified.

Booking details worth checking first

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your weather forecast is uncertain.

Check the starting time when you book, even though the planned pickup is 5:00 pm. Availability can affect the exact departure. Also confirm pickup if your hotel is outside Duong Dong, since the free transfer applies only within that town area.

The operator is RED RIVER TOUR PQ. English is the stated tour language. The guide’s yellow uniform is the main identification detail provided for pickup.

If you are booking during public Tet holidays, ask for the exact total price before departure. The 20 percent surcharge is paid in cash to the driver, so have cash ready.

Should you book the sunset and squid fishing trip?

Book it if you want an affordable, compact evening with real fishing, a sunset at sea, and a meal included. The four-hour length, family rates, Duong Dong transfers, and $14 price make it easy to fit into a Phu Quoc itinerary.

Skip it if catching squid is your only reason for going, or if you regularly suffer from seasickness. The fishing can produce a catch, but it can also produce nothing. My advice is to value the full evening rather than the final catch: sunset, time on the water, a chance to try traditional fishing, and dinner for a modest price.

FAQ

What time does the tour start and finish?

Pickup is scheduled for about 5:00 pm, and the boat returns to Bach Dang Port at about 9:00 pm. The total duration is four hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

Pickup and drop-off are free for locations inside Duong Dong town. A surcharge applies for locations outside Duong Dong, and you should contact the operator for the exact amount.

What food is included?

Dinner includes steamed shrimp or steamed squid, squid porridge, stir-fried noodles, and fresh fruit. The menu may change with the seasons.

Is squid fishing guaranteed to produce a catch?

No. The activity gives you the chance to fish, but a catch is not guaranteed. Some people may catch squid while others may not.

Are children allowed on the tour?

Yes. Children under 1 meter are free, children from 1 meter to under 1.4 meters pay 70 percent of the adult price, and children 1.4 meters and taller pay the adult price. Children under 10 must join with a parent present.

What happens during the rainy season?

From April to October, the fishing location may be moved to An Thoi. The weather may also be cloudy during this period.