Boaty Boat Rental
Boaty Boat Rental
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Rent a boat and enjoy Amsterdam at its best! With our rental boats you can explore the canals of Amsterdam with your family and friends. A good map of the canals, including route suggestions and highlights on your way, helps to find your way on the water. Your rental boat is electrically driven and therefore silent and free of exhaust fumes.The boats are easy to drive, after a short instruction you will be able to do it yourself, you don't need a licence. Boaty Rent a Boat is located at the Jozef Israelskade behind hotel Okura, in the south of the city center.
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Travellers' Choice
2023
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Christopher V
9 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Easy to navigate, easy to operate, great way to view the city besides walking. We brought food and drinks and just had a beautiful tour of the city
Written 18 July 2023
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James M
Champaign, IL69 contributions
Aug 2022
Renting through Boaty was easy and fun. Reserved on line, went to the dock (at the Hotel Okura in De Pijp), got a map and a quick lesson in operation, and went off using a route that they suggested. It was fun for the whole family. We all took turns piloting. The boats are truly slow, so is hard to get into trouble, but it is also hard to get out of trouble quickly if another boater comes upon you in some of the tight canals and bridges where you take turns passing. However, everyone was friendly and no one seemed in a hurry, so all was well. The Amstel is quite a river, with working boats moored as well as in operation, and the boat felt a little small out there, but there were no real problems and you don't have to go out on the river if you take a different route. Some turns on the map were unexpectedly small, but with kids and a smartphone we missed none of them. Go and have a good time. 3 hours is plenty for their routes, even with a quick stop for a coffee. The Boaty staff were friendly and spoke English well (like most folks we met in Amsterdam).
Written 20 October 2022
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Ed
3 contributions
Sep 2022
My wife and I are back from our first trip to Amsterdam. It was a blast. We traveled the week of Sept 11. We did a large boat tour the first morning we arrived so I was reluctant to do another. I'm so glad my wife insisted we do this . We booked early in the morning so it felt like we had the canals to ourselves. After a quick but informative instruction on the operation of the boat we were off. It was 3 hours of pure heaven. It was peaceful and relaxing. The pace was just right and we had the ability to stop and even go back to see the things we wanted to. The perspective from a small boat was completely different than the larger tour. We were greeted by J.P who explained how to operate the boat and the suggested routes we could take. He's was very nice. We arrived early and had a wonderful conversation about Dutch culture . In spite of paying attention to everything we got lost. That was half the fun. This is where Isa Jp's coworker shined. We called her when we realized we couldn't find our way back. She asked us what was around us and quickly got us back on track. If you can make your way over to Vondelepark when your done there's a nice restaurant there. The pizza was amazing.
Written 20 September 2022
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Victor2CV
Saint-Cloud, France29 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Family tour of three hours in the morning. Nice person speaking french, clear instructions, boat very easy to drive. Very good moment. Highly recommended !
Written 17 August 2022
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Tim B
1 contribution
Jul 2022
great way to experience the city from a different view point - renting was quick and easy and friendly and boats very easy to operate.
Written 19 July 2022
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Ross M
Glasgow, UK1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Friends
Rented a boat today. There was three of us. Had a fantastic day. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend
Written 12 July 2022
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Paul S
7 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Very nice experience, great way to see Amsterdam from a different perspective. Veere explained everything in great detail, very good customer service. Overall 10/10 experience.
Written 12 July 2022
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bethmcf91
United Kingdom2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
Was an amazing experience! Enjoyed steering the boat at your own pace in great sunny weather. Isa gave us our map, information and showed us what to do. She was very welcoming and helpful, great customer service.
Written 7 July 2022
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Lorena B
2 contributions
Jun 2022
I woke up in the morning and it was raining. Either way, I went to the place where boaty is headquartered, where I met Lara and Isa, who immediately made me excited to have a ride with boat. The girls are one of kind employee - dedicated, organized and VERY VERY VERY positive =)!
They informed me that the ride would be better if the weather was a little greater... and I am sure that their positivity made the sun show up!
The ride was spectacular. They suggest the best route EVER and I could get to know Amsterdam through the amazing channels the city has...
Thank you a lot for the positivity, girls! Your honesty and positivity certainly made my day a lot better! Hope to come back and ride again with Boaty.
They informed me that the ride would be better if the weather was a little greater... and I am sure that their positivity made the sun show up!
The ride was spectacular. They suggest the best route EVER and I could get to know Amsterdam through the amazing channels the city has...
Thank you a lot for the positivity, girls! Your honesty and positivity certainly made my day a lot better! Hope to come back and ride again with Boaty.
Written 4 July 2022
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Choc_eclaire
Bracknell, UK84 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
If you want to do it yourself and have fun trying to navigate the canals this is a great option. We were only 2 in the boat so a bigger party would get good value for money.
The guide showed us how to operate the boat and explained various routes on the map. We did the blue city route covering the inner canals and the Amstel. Would recommend that to gain a whole different view of the sites.
The map is a bit tricky to follow in places and we got lost once coming out of Leidesgracht onto Singelgracht. Turn left, not right!
Plenty of time to do the route in 2.5 hours, the boat is very slow. We even squeezed in a bit of the brown route off the big basin.
The guide showed us how to operate the boat and explained various routes on the map. We did the blue city route covering the inner canals and the Amstel. Would recommend that to gain a whole different view of the sites.
The map is a bit tricky to follow in places and we got lost once coming out of Leidesgracht onto Singelgracht. Turn left, not right!
Plenty of time to do the route in 2.5 hours, the boat is very slow. We even squeezed in a bit of the brown route off the big basin.
Written 24 June 2022
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Hello there, I would like to ask a few questions about your boat rental service. Firstly how many people do your boats hold, is there prior booking required? How old must you be to drive one and what sort of downpayments are required? Cheers
Rhonda B
Kissimmee, FL2 contributions
Please check the website call and check with Sebastian, he knows everything!
zivadvisor
19 contributions
האם ההשכרה היא לנהיגה עצמית?
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Yes it is!
You don't need any license or experience to drive our boats.
Upon arrival you will receive a personal welcome and a clear instruction about the boat and the basic rules. Furthermore we provide a detailed map containing recommended routes, points of interest and other useful information. After our instruction, it is great fun and really easy to drive our boats.
Alex V
San Antonio, TX160 contributions
Can you please quote me a price for a couples trip this upcoming Saturday (19 May) mid morning or lunch time.
aftabkuk
London, UK4 contributions
Hey I think you have accidentally sent me this question and you wanted to send it to Boaty...i was a Boaty customer and have nothing to do with the company.
Ilkaluz
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Boa tarde, gostaria de saber o valor do aluguel do barco em agosto/2017.
Quantas horas de passeio?
Vai alguem pilotando o barco ou nós é que pilotamos?
obrigada,
Ilka
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Dear Ilka,
Many thanks for your request! Since I don't speak Portugese I hope you don't mind I answer in English ;-)
Our boats are easy to drive yourself. You don't need any license or experience for that. Before departure we will give you a short personal instruction about the boat, the basic rules and nice routes.
You can rent our boats for a period of three or four hours or a full day. Our rates start at euro 79,- for a three hour morning rental. Our rates are all-in and the best your will find in Amsterdam.
On our website you can see the available time slots and rates. You can directly book the time slot that you like online. After that you will receive a confirmation via e-mail.
I hope all is clear like this. If you have any other questions, please let us know.
Best regards to Rio from Amsterdam,
Jan Pieter, Boaty Rent a Boat
Helenhineyshiney
Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom18 contributions
Please can you qoutr me a price on rental for an afternoon nxt weekend
Regards
Helen
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Dear Helen, thanks for your request. I'm sorry to let you know that we are closed for winter. Too cold to be out on an open boaty... I would advise to buy a ticket for a canal tour on a large covered boat, e.g. at Kooij or Lovers. Best regards, JP, Boaty
Jimbosyourman
London, UK309 contributions
What is the latest time in the evening the boat has to be returned ?
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Thanks for your request!
We always have to close shortly before sun set.
At the moment the latest available time slot is 16.30-19.30 hrs.
This will get earlier as the days are getting shorter.
You can always see the availability and book the time slot of your liking on our website (sorry, Tripadvisor does not allow to include a link to our website).
Best regards from Amsterdam, JP, Boaty
Jimbosyourman
London, UK309 contributions
What is the latest time in the evening the boat has to be returned ?
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Thanks for your request!
We always have to close shortly before sun set.
At the moment the latest available time slot is 16.30-19.30 hrs.
This will get earlier as the days are getting shorter.
Here you can see the availability and book the time slot of your liking on our website (sorry, Tripadvisor does not allow to include the link).
Best regards from Amsterdam, JP, Boaty
Melle Mwax
Auterive, France3 contributions
Hi I would like to rent an electric boat on 15th may afternoon, but I'm scared of the Amsterdam's weather. What will happen if it will rain? Do you have some solutions? Thanks
Jean-Christophe A
Le Perreux-sur-Marne, France99 contributions
Bonjour Melle M.
Sur la plupart des bateaux que propose Boaty Rent, il y a un large toit qui supporte les cellules photoélectriques nécessaires à la recharge des batteries. Pas de soucis donc pour la pluie, par contre pour le froid, n'oubliez pas d'emporter avec vous une petite couverture car au bout de 2 heures de navigation dans le froid, il n'est pas facile de se réchauffer.
jay875
Blackburn, UK
Hi I'm really interested in doing this but what if you need to toilet while your out?? 4hrs is quite along time. So what if you get caught short is there any places that you can stop by? Thanks Jay
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Dear Jay, many thanks for your request! I'm sorry for the delay in my reply. The reason dor that is that we are closed. During winter it is too cold to go out on an open boat. For this time of year I would recommend a tour on a closed boat, like Canal, Amsterdam Canal Cruises, Kooij or Lovers.
abhishek j
1 contribution
How much does it cost to rent one of the electric boats?
Jan Pieter R
Amsterdam, The Netherlands12 contributions
Hi there, thanks for your request! We have rates for a minimum of three hours. They are Always between euro 79,- and 99,-, depending on the exact day and time. Our rates are all-in and the best you will find in Amsterdam.