
Singapore is always vibrantly alive with work and play. This sometimes leaves families with the desire to have a short break away from the hustle and bustle of the Lion City. What better than climbing aboard a large majestic ship or luxurious catamaran to cruise away into the sunset? Singapore is currently one of Asia’s major ports meaning there are many opportunities for families to go on a short cruise from Singapore.
And don’t worry about the kids being bored while on the high seas either. Most cruise ships and yacht charters offer a variety of fun-filled activities and entertainment on-board, coupled with exceptional dining.
We’ve rounded up some of the top short-haul cruises from Singapore for an awesome family mini getaway at sea!
NOTE: There are also a few longer cruises (more than 7 nights, usually 14 days) departing from Singapore during 2023 and 2024 with many cruise lines. For short-term cruises, this is the exhaustive list of the best cruises for families in Singapore.
Hop on board Royal Caribbean’s award-winning 5,000-passenger Quantum Class liner, the Spectrum of the Seas. This magnificent ship departs from Singapore on various dates during 2023 for a fantastic 4 Nights Port Klang & Penang roundtrip cruise. Guests can enjoy port stops at Kuala Lumpur and Penang in Malaysia. Book the ultimate family suite on board featuring two storeys, an in-suite slide, private cinema, a rock climbing wall, and a spa-like master bathroom. There are also tons of activities to keep the whole family entertained. High-flying virtual-reality thrills in the Sky Pad, custom juice drink creations crafted by robots at the Bionic Bar®, Aquanauts Kids Club, and more!
Royal Caribbean International, Singapore Office: 3 Anson Road, #13-02 Springleaf Tower Singapore, +65 6675 0413, apacres@rcclapac.com, www.royalcaribbean.com
Gather the family for a fantastic short cruise aboard the Genting Dream, the luxurious flagship of the Resorts World Cruises fleet. Families get to have a classic resort experience while at sea. Book the 3 Nights Phuket roundtrip cruise departing from Singapore on Sunday afternoons every second week from May 2023. On this cruise, the Genting Dream sets anchor in the Deep Sea Port of Phuket, but with no disembarkation. Accommodating over 3,000 passengers on board, guests sleep in beautiful staterooms or palace villas, penthouses, and suites. Enjoy exceptional cuisine and entertainment like the Little Dreamers Kids Club, Zodiac Theatre, and a waterslide park. Check here for the dates scheduled for this cruise.
Resorts World Cruises, Registered Office: 77 Robinson Road, #13-00, Singapore, +65 800 852 8188, reservations.en@rwcruises.com, www.rwcruises.com
Cunard Line is offering a 6 Nights Singapore to Hong Kong cruise aboard the Queen Elizabeth ship. This majestic ship exudes style and has an especially refined feel, accommodating 2,081 passengers on board. During this cruise, guests can enjoy a port stop at Hue or Da Nang, Vietnam, and the cruise will end on day 7 at a port in Hong Kong. On board, stay in spacious staterooms or suites, delight in Cunard’s signature afternoon teas, dress up for gala evenings, and challenge each other on the games deck. Although this cruise is only taking place in March 2025, this is a popular cruise for families living in Asia and you should book soon to not miss this one!
Cunard Line, Head Office: Carnival House, 100 Harbour Parade, Southampton, United Kingdom, +44 344 338 8648, customerservices@cunard.co.uk, www.cunard.com/en-gb
Take the family on a mini sail-cation aboard Moonshine, a Beneteau Oceanis 45 yacht. Discover Sailing Asia is offering a 2 Nights Southern Island and Pulau Ubin Adventure cruise on board one of their modern yachts catering for 6 guests. What’s great about this cruise is that you can book any available and suitable dates to get away with the family. Departing from Keppel Bay mid-day, enjoy a scenic cruise to Pulau Ubin where guests can enjoy the area's rustic charm, abundant wildlife, a delicious sunset barbeque, and night on-board. Then head to Lazarus Island to spend another night under the stars and enjoy watersports and beach swims in the area. Stay in 3 cozy cabins with modern amenities on board.
Discover Sailing Asia, Marina at Keppel Bay, 2 Keppel Bay Vista, Singapore, +65 8267 0886, sales@discoversailingasia.com, www.discoversailingasia.com
Royal Caribbean International brings families another great short-haul roundtrip cruise from Singapore. The magnificent Spectrum of the Seas departs from Singapore’s port on various dates between June 2023 to February 2024 on a 5 Nights Spice of Southeast Asia cruise. During this cruise, the ship will make stops along the way at ports at Kuala Lumpur and Penang in Malaysia and at Phuket in Thailand. Besides the ultimate 2-storey family suites on board, this ship also features spectacular staterooms and suites, some with amazing views and deluxe amenities. Spectrum of the Seas is packed with entertainment facilities like dodgem cars, whirlpools, and Flowrider surf simulator, for hours of fun.
Royal Caribbean International, Singapore Office: 3 Anson Road, #13-02 Springleaf Tower Singapore, +65 6675 0413, apacres@rcclapac.com, www.royalcaribbean.com
Resorts World Cruises also offers families a great mini-cruise to nowhere aboard the magnificent Genting Dream ship. Take the family on a short cruise to just enjoy life at sea by booking the 2 Nights Weekend Getaway cruise. This cruise departs weekly on Friday evenings, with various cruise dates available during 2023 and 2024. There is no mid-cruise disembarkation on this cruise, just a full Saturday of cruising on the high seas near Port Klang. The kids can stay entertained at the Little Dreamers Kids Club while mom enjoys some pampering at the Crystal Life Spa. Dad, test your agility on the 35-meter zipline and rope course onboard.
Resorts World Cruises, Registered Office: 77 Robinson Road, #13-00, Singapore, +65 800 852 8188, reservations.en@rwcruises.com, www.rwcruises.com
Circa Sail provides fabulous sailcations for up to 6 guests aboard their luxurious yacht, SY Dakota. This quintessential catamaran is perfect for family cruising and adventure. We like the 2 Nights Sailcation cruise departing from ONE15 Marina in Singapore on weekdays. Check for available and suitable dates, and you could even request a weekend sailcation. During this cruise, the yacht will sail to Pulau Hantu, Lazarus Island or St. Johns Bay, and Pulau Ubin. You’ll love the comfortable en-suite cabins, scrumptious meals, and expansive decks for relaxing on board. The friendly crew will make your sailcation one to remember!
Circa Sail Luxury Yacht Charters, ONE15 Marina, 11 Cove Drive, Sentosa Cove, Singapore, +65 8666 6578, bookings@circasail.com, www.circasail.com
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