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Affordable Boat Charters in Amsterdam

Find the perfect boat rental in Amsterdam: from $90
Motorboat Amsterdam
• Motorboat • 10 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$90
Small boat Amsterdam
• Motorboat• 6 Passengers • Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$90
Speedboat Amsterdam
•Motorboat •11 Passengers • Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$150

Choose from 55 different vessels and enjoy a boat rental in Amsterdam with or without a captain for as little as $90 . Browse for your favorite vessel and book a Amsterdam boat rental now

Recommended Boat Hires in Amsterdam

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Motor Vessel Amsterdam
• Motorboat • 11 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$460
Watercraft Amsterdam
• Motorboat • 27 Passengers • Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$420
Motor Vessel Amsterdam
• Motorboat • 32 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$420
Cruise Boat Amsterdam
•Cruise Boat • 35 Passengers •No Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$305
Cruise Boat Amsterdam 1
• Cruise Boat • 12 Passengers •Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$470
Vessel Amsterdam
•Cruise Boat • 60 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$585
Canal boat Amsterdam
• Canal Boat • 60 Passengers • Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$670
Canal Vessel Amsterdam
•Canal Boat • 32 Passengers • Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$670
Boat Amsterdam
• Canal boat • 40 Passengers •Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$925
Cheap Boat Amsterdam
•Canal Boat • 60 Passengers • Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$825
Electric Boat Amsterdam
•Electric Boat • 12 Passengers • No Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$1,190
Electric Powered Boat Amsterdam
• Electric Boat • 6 Passengers •No Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$825
Custom Boat Amsterdam
•Custom boat • 80 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$925
Custom Vessel Amsterdam
•Cruise Boat • 30 Passengers •Captained
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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$1,785
Custom Cruise Boat Amsterdam
•Custom Boat • 55 Passengers •Captain
Amsterdam, Netherlands
from
$900

Popular Boat Rental Amenities in Amsterdam

Popular boat amenities include "smoking allowed", "overnight cabins" and "internet onboard".

You can enjoy "fishing" in the bareboats available to charter.

If you prefer a more activity based boat trip, over 18% of the boat rentals in Amsterdam include some form of "watersports" offer like "swimming" and in the summer months, "scuba diving" is also offered in some locations.

Some of the larger boats also have air conditioning, cabins, showers and toilets onboard.

The Weather in Amsterdam

Find the perfect time of year for boating in Amsterdam
Month Average Temp °F Sea Water Temp °F
January 36.00°F 41.30°F
February 37.00°F 41.90°F
March 41.00°F 42.00°F
April 46.00°F 45.50°F
May 54.00°F 50.00°F
June 57.00°F 55.60°F
July 61.00°F 60.20°F
August 61.00°F 62.30°F
September 57.00°F 62.50°F
October 52.00°F 54.50°F
November 43.00°F 52.00°F
December 39.00°F 44.00°F
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Boat options in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam , 82% of boat rentals are motorboats, either small or large ranging from 18ft to over 55ft.

Another popular option are electric boat rentals

The rest of the boat rentals in Amsterdam include canal boat rentals, speed boats and cruise boat rentals. Finally, larger yachts make up less than 4% of the vessels available.

Beautiful Scenery Awaits on Your Amsterdam Boat Rental

Amsterdam is not just about the Red Light District or Weed cafes, there are plenty of other fun things you can do on your boating trip in the Netherlands.

You'll find plenty of boats on offer for all different types of fun, whether it's a dinner cruise or an overnight houseboat.

Book your boat rental in Amsterdam now and see for yourself!

WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING TO MY BOAT RENTAL IN THE AMSTERDAM?

Items To Bring on Your Boat Trip

There are a number of items you should bring on a boat trip. The individual boat owner might have some extra requirements like a boater education card (if you're renting without a captain and want to operate the vessel yourself) so you'll want to ask them when making the booking.

But common items worth bringing include:

  • Plenty of sunscreen (depending on weather)
  • A hat to cover your head
  • A jacket
  • Sunglasses to protect your eyes
  • Swimming gear
  • Towels
  • Identification
  • Water safety gear e.g. arm bands if you can't swim
  • Waterproof smartphone cases

You should be good to go with those items. Again, ask the boat owner directly if there is anything else you should bring.

WHAT ARE THE BEST PLACES TO VISIT BY BOAT IN AMSTERDAM?

Places to check out by boat in Amsterdam

1. Historical River Estates

The banks of the River Vecht is home to wonderful and beautiful gardens and houses and is certainly worth checking out on a boating trip.

2. Haarlem

Enjoy a boat trip on the River Spaarne and explore the urban scenery.

3. Amsterdam Canals

Enjoy a boat cruise along the famous waterways and canals of Amsterdam. You can enjoy dinner cruises, simple hourly boat trips or something romantic.

DO I NEED A LICENSE TO RENT A BOAT IN AMSTERDAM?

License Requirements For Boating in Amsterdam

In order to operate a boat rental in Amsterdam, boat owners will require you to have a boater education card or an international certificate of competence if you wish to operate the boat yourself. Alternatively, the majority of boat charters in Amsterdam can be hired with a captain.

WHAT TYPE OF BOATS CAN I RENT IN AMSTERDAM?

Boat Types Available to Rent

There is pretty much every type of boat available to rent in Amsterdam. These include:

  • Cruise Liners
  • SpeedBoats
  • Catamarans
  • Yachts
  • Cruise Boats
  • Jet Skis
  • Motorboats
  • Sailboats
  • Custom boats
  • Canal boats
  • Electric boats

These are the most popular Amsterdam boat charters available.

Airbnb for boats in Amsterdam

Browse through the different watercrafts and simply message the owner or book a boat rental in the Amsterdam instantly. It's the very same as Airbnb but for boats. No need to worry about hiring a captain separately. The majority of these boats come with the option for a captain included in the price.