The 6 Boat Rentals Tours in the Netherlands to Shortlist

1.Private Electric Boat Rental in Haarlem (No License Required)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 2 to 10 hours (approx.) Our pick

Take the helm of a silent electric boat from Industrieweg in Heemstede and explore Haarlem’s canals at your own pace. No boating license is needed. Boats offer padded seating and open views for groups of up to 10, with rentals from 2 hours to a full day. A map and local tips help you find the best views.

“Great experience that is a lot of fun and you have a completely different view of the city. I can really recommend it. Very straightforward and super nice care.Auto-translated”

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2.Electric Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 168 reviews · 2 hours

Take the helm of a private electric boat in Leiden for two hours, with room for up to eight people. Staff at Rondvaart Leiden provide a clear briefing and map, then you choose your own route through the city’s canals, stopping at waterside parks or for a coffee. No boating license is needed, but the boat’s slow acceleration calls for care around other boats.

“Very good activity. Staff very friendly, easy to use and figure out.”

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3.Self-Guided Electric Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 60 reviews · 2.5 hours

Take the wheel of a quiet electric boat from central Goes for a private 2.5-hour outing. The boat holds four people, life jackets are provided, and dogs are welcome for an added fee. You can explore Goes harbor, the Goese Meer, nearby villages, and possibly reach toward Yerseke, depending on your route and pace.

“Super Idee um alles mal aus einer anderen Perspektive zu sehen, ausreichend Strecke zum befahren. Steuern vom Boot ist kinderleicht. Würden diese Tour nochmals machen.”

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4.Self-Drive Private Electric Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 2 hours

You captain a private electric boat from Industrieweg 7 through Haarlem’s canals and nearby open water. A local host gives a safety briefing, steering tips, and a map with route ideas. The boat has cushions, a steering wheel, and room for up to 12 people. Bring your own food and drinks for a relaxed two-hour outing.

“Hat super viel Spaß gemacht und das lenken hat man nach paar Minuten raus . Es gibt für das Boot Parkplätze , wo man es abstellen kann um sich einen Kaffee oä zu holen .”

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5.Self-Drive Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews

You captain a private electric boat through Amsterdam’s canals for two hours, with no license or boating experience needed. An English-speaking instructor shows you the controls, then you set the pace. Boats hold up to eight people, dogs are welcome, and children’s life jackets, cushions, a city map, and a paddle are provided.

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6.Captain For a Day 2-Hour Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews

You steer your own quiet electric boat through Amsterdam’s canals for two hours, with no boating license required. An English-speaking team explains the controls and gives you a canal map. Choose a boat for up to 7, 8, 10, or 12 people, bring food and drinks, and return to your starting point.

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