Canal Motorboats

Boarding location

The location is: Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam. It is a 15-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station and easily accessible by public transport, bike, or car (paid parking available). Please note: you pick up the boat at the same place where you return it.

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Number of people

The boat can accommodate up to 8 people.

Boat type

The boats at the Zandhoek location are electric sloops that are steered using a steering wheel.

Rate

The boat can be rented for €50 per hour with a minimum rental period of 2 hours. In addition to the regular boat rental fee, we are obliged to charge city tax at €2.60 per person. This applies to all boat rentals in Amsterdam.

You’re the captain

As captain, you have the freedom to steer the boat yourself, without a boating license. We’ll explain everything clearly before departure, and it’s not difficult. Steering is done simply with a steering wheel, and we’ll provide you with a map of possible routes. Please note, you must be at least 18 years old to take on the role of captain.

Extra activities

You can book the following extra activities during your boat trip at a low rate per person:

  • Plastic fishing
  • Amsterdam canals quiz

Plastic fishing

Looking for a fun and eco-friendly activity while boating? Try plastic fishing! Choose this option for a low rate of €3 per person, and you’ll receive all the necessary equipment to fish plastic from the canals. It’s a fun activity for all ages, and you’re also helping the environment! Together, we can keep the canals clean.

Amsterdam canals quiz

Join the Amsterdam canals quiz while cruising for just €3 per person! You’ll get fun questions about the city, along with pen and paper to write down your answers. Choose someone to be the quizmaster and keep track of the answers. Who will get the most questions right?

The quiz is available in two versions: one for children and one for adults, with a difference in difficulty level. When booking, you can indicate how many people will participate so that everyone gets their own quiz sheet.

About our self-drive boats

The location is: Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam. Please note: you pick up the boat at the same place where you return it. Please note that the boats are not the same at every location.

Features

  • Space for up to 8 people
  • You're the captain
  • You don't need a licence
  • Minimum of 2 hours
  • Steering wheel
  • Electric boat
  • Private boat
  • Eco-friendly

This is what you get

  • Seat cushions
  • Blankets
  • Map with routes
  • Swim vests for kids
  • Activities on request
  • Fun experience
About our self-drive boats

Vaarregels

Ga je op de grachten varen? Lees dan eerst de vaarregels goed door. De vaarregels dienen altijd opgevolgd te worden. Deze worden namelijk streng gecontroleerd door de gemeente Amsterdam.

Mag je muziek opzetten?

Het is verboden harde muziek op de boot te hebben. Indien je je hier niet aan houdt, mogen de handhavers je apparatuur in beslag nemen en een boete uitschrijven. Houd je hier dus aan om dit te voorkomen.

Wie moet je voorrang geven?

Een vaarregel die altijd geldt is, dat er voorrang verleend moet worden aan langere boten. Zie je dus een boot die langer is dan jouw boot? Geef de boot dan altijd voorrang. Geef ook altijd voorrang aan beroepsvaart zoals rondvaartboten.

Bekijk alle vaarregels
  • Afmeren verboden Afmeren verboden
  • Verboden ligplaats te nemen Verboden ligplaats te nemen
  • Goed opletten Goed opletten
  • Verboden te passeren Verboden te passeren
  • Geen doorgang Geen doorgang

Wat zeggen onze klanten?

Waar kan je ons vinden?

Heb je een vraag?

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
info@canalmotorboats.com

Openingstijden

Ma t/m zo: 10:00 – 22:00

Ontdek Amsterdam met Canal Motorboats

Zelf varen zonder vaarbewijs
Rondvaart ticket kopen
Privé rondvaart met kapitein
Laagste tarieven
Meerdere opstaplocaties
Omgeving Amsterdam Centrum
Extra: quiz, silent disco, plastic vissen
Perfect voor groepsuitjes
Alle boten zijn elektrisch
Openingstijden

Ma t/m zo: 10:00 – 22:00

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Neem contact op

Contact met de leukste bootverhuur van Amsterdam

+ 31 (0) 20 422 70 07