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Please note: Our English terms and conditions are a direct translation of our Dutch written terms and conditions. The Dutch version is the one that is legally valid. 

Terms and Conditions – Cruises

Download below the general terms and conditions that apply to private cruises and public cruises (with a captain).

Terms and Conditions - Cruises

Terms and Conditions – Self-drive boats

Download below the general terms and conditions that apply to renting a boat and self sailing (cruising the canals without a captain).

 

 

 

Terms and Conditions - Self-drive boats
Cheese and wine tasting in Amsterdam on a private boat
Amsterdam Centre

Cheese and wine tasting in Amsterdam on a private boat
  • Private boat for 25 people
  • Wine tasting on board
  • Optional: cheese platter

Per person

From €99,95

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Private boat with Barbecue, drinks, and captain
Amsterdam Centre

Private boat with Barbecue, drinks, and captain
  • Private boat for up to 28 people
  • Includes captain
  • Includes barbecue and drinks

Price per person

Starting at 69,95

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Boat Rental Borneosteiger Amsterdam
Amsterdam Centrum

Boat Rental Borneosteiger Amsterdam
  • In Amsterdam East
  • Space for up to 7 persons
  • With tiller handle

From 2 hours

€90

€70 on weekdays

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Canal Cruise from Prinsengracht Amsterdam
Amsterdam Centrum

Canal Cruise from Prinsengracht Amsterdam
  • 1-hour canal cruise
  • Optional (unlimited) drinks
  • Departure from Prinsengracht

From €9,50

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Private boat with tapas, drinks, and captain
Amsterdam Centre

Private boat with tapas, drinks, and captain
  • Private boat for up to 30 people
  • Includes captain
  • Includes tapas and drinks

Price per person

Starting at €59.50

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Private boat with pizza, drinks, and captain
Amsterdam Centre

Private boat with pizza, drinks, and captain
  • Private boat for up to 30 people
  • Includes captain
  • Includes pizzas and drinks

Price per person

Starting at €54.50

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Private boat with snacks, drinks and captain
Amsterdam Centre

Private boat with snacks, drinks and captain
  • Private boat for up to 30 people
  • Includes captain
  • Snacks and unlimited drinks

Price per person

From €49.50

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Private boat with drinks and captain
Amsterdam Centre

Private boat with drinks and captain
  • Private boat for up to 30 people
  • Captain included
  • Unlimited drinks

Per person

Starting at €44.50

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Boat Rental Westerpark Amsterdam
Westerpark

Boat Rental Westerpark Amsterdam
  • At Westerpark
  • Space for up to 8 persons
  • With steering wheel

From 2 hours

€100

€80 on weekdays

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Boat Rental Westerdoksdijk Amsterdam
Westerdoksdijk

Boat Rental Westerdoksdijk Amsterdam
  • Near Amsterdam C. Station
  • Space for up to 8 persons
  • With steering wheel

From 2 hours

€100

€80 on weekdays

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Boat Rental Nassaukade Amsterdam
Nassaukade

Boat Rental Nassaukade Amsterdam
  • In the city centre
  • Space for up to 8 persons
  • With steering wheel

From 2 hours

€100

€80 on weekdays

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Boat Rental Zandhoek Amsterdam
Zandhoek

Boat Rental Zandhoek Amsterdam
  • Near Amsterdam C. Station
  • Space for up to 8 persons
  • With steering wheel

From 2 hours

€100

€80 on weekdays

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Canal cruise from Amsterdam Central Station
Amsterdam Centrum

Canal cruise from Amsterdam Central Station
  • 1-hour canal cruise
  • Optional (unlimited) drinks
  • From Amsterdam Central Station

From €9,50

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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!

You can choose from various locations in Amsterdam. Please note: where you pick up the boat, you must also return the boat. Check all directions to our boat rentals.
  • Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam
  • Westerdoksdijk 705, 1013 BX Amsterdam
  • Nassaukade 341, 1053LZ Amsterdam
  • Polonceaukade 20, 1014 DA Amsterdam
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Multiple boarding locations
Around Amsterdam city center
Extra: quiz, silent disco, plastic fishing
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All boats are electric
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Zandhoek 22
1013 KT Amsterdam

KVK: 33290675
BTW: NL805666230B01

+ 31 (0) 20 422 70 07
info@canalmotorboats.com
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