Canal Motorboats

Included with the Barbarella

  • Private saloon boat with skipper
  • Host on board
  • Maximum 12 people
  • Cruises from 1.5 hours
  • Customize your own package
  • Unlimited drinks
  • Catering options
  • Music system available
  • Toilet on board
  • Suitable for business and private occasions
  • A saloon boat with a story
  • Comfortable and luxurious

Capacity

  • Standing reception: up to 12 people
  • Walking dinner / buffet: up to 12 people
  • Seated dinner: up to 12 people

Prices

  • 1.5 hours: From €31.30
  • 2 hours: From €41.70
  • 2.5 hours: From €52.10
  • 3 hours: From €62.50
  • 4 hours: From €83.30

Price based on full capacity. VAT and tourist tax (€2.70) included. Service charges excluded.

Capacity

The boat accommodates up to 12 guests, but you decide whether to keep it small and intimate or bring a larger group. You will always have the entire boat to yourself.

Covered boat

The saloon boat is covered and features an open rear deck.

Includes experienced skipper

The rate includes an experienced skipper who will operate the boat. This allows you to relax with a drink in hand and discover Amsterdam in a unique way. If desired, our skipper will provide explanations of what you see along the way.

Departure location

We start just before Amsterdam Central Station, near Stationsplein 18. If you prefer a different departure location, please contact us or mention this in the quote.

Customize your experience

Want to create your own package? You can! Choose your own snacks, drinks, and activities for a personalized experience. Create your own private tour here..

Larger groups

Looking for a spacious (semi-)open boat for up to 30, 50, 75 or even more people? Check out our options for larger groups.

Special requests

Do you have ideas or requests not listed here? Feel free to contact us to discuss the possibilities.

A saloon boat with history

The Barbarella is not just any boat. In the 1960s, it was specially built for Maup Caransa, a well-known real estate magnate in Amsterdam. After World War II, Caransa built a large business empire and owned several prominent hotels. He used the boat to host important guests in complete peace and luxury, adding to the exclusive nature of these meetings. That special atmosphere can still be felt when you step aboard today.

Nowadays, the Barbarella is fully modernized. Thanks to its quiet, electric motor, you can cruise through the canals in an eco-friendly way, while still enjoying full comfort and luxury.

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Where can you find us?

Do you have a question?

Yes, dogs are more than welcome! You can either rent a boat with your dog in Amsterdam or enjoy a canal cruise where your dog is allowed on board.

We offer 3 options:
  1. Rent a private boat and sail yourself
  2. Rent a private boat with a skipper for 30 people
  3. Public boat tours of 1 hour

We are open every day, all year round. These are our opening hours:
  • Monday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 22:00

We are located at various spots in Amsterdam, depending on the boat you’ve booked. Where you start, you will also finish. Rent a boat and sail yourself:
  • Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam
  • Westerdoksdijk 705, 1013 BX Amsterdam
  • Nassaukade 341, 1053 LZ Amsterdam
  • Polonceaukade 20, 1014 DA Amsterdam
  • Borneosteiger 8, 1019 KM Amsterdam
Boarding locations for shared cruises: 
  • Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam
Boarding location for private cruises:
  • Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam
 

We offer various extra activities when you rent a boat from us. You pay a low rate per person. Choose the activity as an extra when booking. Extra activities for renting a small boat and self-sailing
  • Plastic fishing: €3 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person
Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain
  • Silent disco: €7 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person

Of course! Every year we have some great offers during popular events such as King's Day, Amsterdam Gay pride and Amsterdam Light Festival. The rental of the boats usually starts 4 to 6 months in advance. So, make sure to book in advance to secure a boat.

Available boats

  • Small boats that you can sail yourself
  • Private canal boats with a captain and space for 30 people
  • Tickets for the large canal cruise boats

Do you need to sail yourself or is there a captain?

Please note: on King's Day, you always rent a boat with a captain. You can rent both the small boats and the large private canal cruise boat with space for 30 people. On other holidays/events, you are allowed to sail yourself.

Food and drinks

Regarding food and drinks on King's Day and Gay Pride: On the small boats where you are the captain, you may bring your own food and drinks. On the large boats (30-person boats), it's only allowed to bring your own food. We will arrange the drinks for you.  

Yes, we organize corporate outings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, family days, outings with friends, team events, and much more. You can rent multiple small boats to drive yourself or our large sloop with a captain, which can accommodate 30 people, along with catering and drinks. Additionally, we offer extra activities when you rent a boat from us. You pay a low rate per person. Extra activities for renting a small boat and self-sailing
  • Plastic fishing: €3 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person
Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain
  • Silent disco: €7 per person
  • Amsterdam canals quiz: €3 per person

In addition to the regular boat fee, we are required to charge city tax at €2.60 per person. This applies to all boat rental companies in Amsterdam.

Plastic fishing is only possible when you rent a boat to sail yourself. You can book plastic fishing with us for a low rate of €3 per person. You will receive all the necessary equipment on board to fish for plastic from the canals during your boat trip, including nets and garbage bags. It’s not only a lot of fun, but also good for the environment!
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+ 31 (0) 20 422 70 07
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Opening hours

Monday till Sunday: 10:00 – 22:00

Discover Amsterdam with Canal Motorboats

Sailing without a licence
Buy a boat tour ticket
Private boat tour with captain
Lowest rates
Multiple pick-up locations
Amsterdam City Centre Area
Extra: quiz, silent disco, plastic fishing
Perfect for group outings
All boats are electric
Opening hours

Monday till Sunday: 10:00 – 22:00

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