What to do and see in Amsterdam, North Holland Province: The Best Boat Rentals

February 4, 2022 Oliva Fomby

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. 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.

2. Rederij Aemstelland Private Boat Tours

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Rederij Aemstelland Private Boat Tours

Aemstelland boat company organizes private boat cruises with captain in Amsterdam. We have beautifully restored classic boats for groups and provide drinks and catering for lunch or dinner cruises. You can book a cruise along the Amsterdam canals, the harbour, the Amstel or the popular new areas with modern architecture just outside the city centre. Our business is open for a private cruise 7 days a week from 09.00 am till 11.30 p.m.

3. MokumBoat

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MokumBoat

Boat rental company Amsterdam. Sail our boats yourself and enjoy the canals of Amsterdam with your own boat.MokumBoat rents out electric boats in Amsterdam from one of our 5 locations. With the comfortable and sturdy boats you can explore the beautiful canals of Amsterdam yourself. Bring your own food and drinks.

4. Boaty Boat Rental

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Boaty Boat Rental

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.

5. 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.

6. 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!

7. Private Boat Tours

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Private Boat Tours

Keen to have an unforgettable time on the water in or around Amsterdam? Sailing over the narrowest canals of the old Amsterdam area 'the Jordaan', through the heart of the red-light district and past the modern architecture of the IJ! We offer luxury private boat tours while you enjoy breakfast, lunch or an afternoon tea, a drink with appetizer or a stylish dinner at your leisure

8. Adam's Boats

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Adam's Boats

Would you like to hire an electric boat in Amsterdam? You can hire one from Adam’s Boats for only € 45 per hour. As the captain of your own boat, you will take your family or friends on a tour through the delightful canals of Amsterdam.

9. Starboard Boats

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Starboard Boats

Starboard boats offers a wide variety of packages on our brand new electric boat for up to 44 people. You will have the option to choose a regular sailing, a dinner cruise, or even a customised sailing. The combination of Amsterdam’s beautiful canals and our drive for perfection is sure to provide an unforgettable experience. https://starboardboats.nl/

10. 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.

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