10 Boat Rentals in Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) That You Shouldn't Miss

March 8, 2022 Madelene Haan

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
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1. Boat rental company de Nederlanden

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Boat rental company de Nederlanden

Rederij de Nederlanden is a local company providing private boat tours in Amsterdam. We offer flexible departure times according to your wishes and can accomodate groups of all sizes. On board our classic boats we offer a wide range of catering possibilties from happy hours to floating dinners. A large proportion of our fleet is electrically powered for your cruising comfort. Please contact us for a competitive quote with no obligations at all.

2. E-boats Amsterdam

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E-boats Amsterdam

Step on board and enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Welcome on board of the elegant E-boats. A class apart on the Amsterdam canals. Your personal wishes are paramount while cruising with E-boats. Experience the peaceful silence of sailing on a boat with a quiet, exhaust fume free electric motor. A memory for a lifetime. Nothing is more beautiful than sailing through the Amsterdam canals in good company. You will provide your guests with a special moment by experiencing Amsterdam at its finest. E-boats is friendly and flexible to deal with. In the morning, as the city awakes, we will let you taste the most delicious Dutch apple pie from Amsterdam or surprise you with a visit to a small, hidden courtyard. On a balmy afternoon we can sail on the river Amstel where you can witness the cheerful spectacle of boats, historic houses and relaxed people. When the nightlife erupts we can bring you to your favourite restaurant or club.

3. Amsterdam Private Boat Tour - Day Tour

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Amsterdam Private Boat Tour - Day Tour

The captain! My name is Boudewijn Metzelaar aka Captain Jack. I was born and raised on the Prinsengracht of Amsterdam. After working for years as a captain for the top canal operators in Amsterdam I am now the proud owner and captain of the "Drift Away". The vessel! The "Drift Away" is fully electric and charged through the 12 solar panels on the roof. Unique appearance through the Dutch design. Providing an extraordinary level of luxury and comfort yet zero emission and 100% sustainable. The Drift Away is like sailing on a Tesla. What I do! Captain Jack always sails the "Drift Away" himself. "Drift Away" Cruises are with a maximum of 6 guests for optimal comfort and are about what you enjoy. Whether you are in for the full blown history of Amsterdam, it's present predicaments and joys, the culture or just sit back, relax and enjoy a few drinks, Captain Jack will make sure you are provided with. Daily shared & private cruises departing from the Singel No.7 next to Koepelchurch.

4. Leemstar

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Leemstar

When you prefer small group tours with live guiding. Then Leemstar is a good choice. Leemstar is born out of Amsterdam passion. We offer Private & Shared cruises and operate in small groups which may vary from 2- max 20 guests. The local & professional captains take you out on 100 % electric & silent Stylish Open or Covered a typical DUTCH boats. So no crowded/massive tour boat but distinguishing vessels, some with historical value. Engage in dialogue with the local skipper & learn lots of things about Amsterdam! The shared 90 minutes Leemstar Saloon Launch Boat cruise varies in classic and more modern parts of the city. Shorter shared cruises tend to stay in the canal belt and are able to visit smaller canals. Don't forget about our private options, prices don't differ that much! Our boats can fit any occasion.. Visit our website for more information. If there's no availability please contact us directly. Cruise with Leemstar! Others experienced it as the highlight of their trip!

5. KINboat

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KINboat

KINboat represents friendship, comfort and friendly service, for like-minded people, in other words ‘KINship’. KINboat believes that friendships arise and strengthen on the water of the Amsterdam canals. The boats are 100% electric and 'green' for group combinations between 6 and 40 persons. Birthday, wedding, event, colleagues, friends/family, lunch/drinks/dinner. Try the 60 minutes tour 'Cruise like a local' or "Small Open Boat tour.

6. Plastic Whale

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Plastic Whale

Plastic Whale is the first professional plastic fishingcompany in the world. A social enterprise with a mission: make the world’s waters plasticfree and create valuable new products from plastic waste. It started in 2011 with a single challenge to build a boat made of plastic waste. Today, we have a fleet of ten design boats made from Amsterdam Canal Plastic. It is our goal to go ‘out of business’: in our case, overfishing is a positive thing. With your team, department or company you can help us achieve our goal: come plastic fishing with us in Amsterdam. Whether you go for a relaxing trip, including a nice boat lunch, or you want to fish like crazy: it’s up to you. We just want you to have a great day. The Plastic Whales are completely electric and run for 50% on solar energy. Very clean and very quiet. We hope to welcome you onboard!

7. Pure Boats

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Pure Boats

Step aboard one our classy, electric canal cruisers and experience the Amsterdam canals as if aboard your own private boat. You can choose to have the boat to yourselves with a private and personalised cruise, or reserve our 2-hour all-inclusive experience, which is shared with a small group . Want to join us for a cruise? Check out our website or send us a message via [email protected]. We strive to provide our guests with the perfect balance of information and relaxation. While your highly experienced captain guides you through the enchanting waterways, sit back and enjoy our extensive on-board bar, stocked with seasonal craft beers from Amsterdam breweries, hand-picked wines, soft drinks, juices and local spirits. For our snacks, we work together with local companies to give you the true taste of Amsterdam.

8. Flying Dutch Boats

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Flying Dutch Boats

We are going to set sail in Old Amsterdam on our self made luxurious electric boat! We will cruise into the deepest and most stunning canals where all the big boats aren't able to come. We will show and talk about Old Amsterdam, it's History and it's Dutch culture while you can relax on our lounge boat. No automated system telling you the numbers, but real genuine stories of pure history by real Dutchies. It is an unforgettable tour with the humor and the view our dutch perspective. We will cruise down the famous Prinsengracht towards the most romantic Skinny bridge, the Amstel river, the famous Red Light District, the impressive Golden Bend, the Jordaan and its smallest canals and so many more.

9. Flagship Amsterdam

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Flagship Amsterdam

Come join us on one of our legendary boat tours and get ready to cruise along the Amsterdam canals on our unique electric boats. We have a fully equipped bar where you can enjoy a nice drink or cocktail at a reasonable price. With views of Amsterdam’s most famous monuments and memorials and a convenient departure from the Anne Frank house, our canal cruise is a great alternative to those old-school tourist canal boats that your grandma probably recommended

10. Captain Dave Amsterdam

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Captain Dave Amsterdam

Our Early Morning cruise is a wonderful way to start your day in Amsterdam! If you can't make it this early, we have a good alternative in the afternoon; Cruise Like a Local. Captain Dave and his crew are passionate about their city and clearly enjoy sharing their knowledge and humor. When in Amsterdam you will see many tour boats on the canals of Amsterdam, most of them appear large and impersonal on a very set route/schedule. Our boat is small and intimate and very comfortable; roof can be on or off depending on the weather, we provide drinks and snacks, blankets and heated seat cushions (so great on a cool morning!). We point -with a personal touch- out many historical and architectural insights about the city as you float through the canals.

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