Choosing the right boat for your corporate event depends on your group size, event type, and desired atmosphere. Luxury salon boats work perfectly for business dinners and presentations, while open canal boats are ideal for networking events. Important considerations include amenities like catering, audiovisual equipment, and the right sailing route through Amsterdam’s canals.
Which boat type best suits your corporate event?
The type of boat largely determines the atmosphere and possibilities of your business event. Luxury salon boats offer an elegant, professional setting with covered spaces, perfect for business dinners, product launches, and important client relationship events where you want to create an impressive presence.
Open canal boats create a relaxed, accessible atmosphere that works excellently for team-building activities and informal networking gatherings. Your guests can move freely and have direct contact with Amsterdam’s canals.
Party boats are specially designed for larger groups and events with a festive atmosphere. These boats often have extensive bar and entertainment facilities, making them suitable for corporate parties and anniversaries where you want to create a lively atmosphere.
How many guests can fit on a boat for corporate events?
The capacity of boats for business events varies from intimate groups of 8 people to large events with 150 guests. For comfortable business gatherings, plan for approximately 20% fewer guests than the maximum capacity to ensure sufficient space for networking and presentations.
Small business groups (8-25 people) have the most flexibility in boat choice and can opt for luxury salon boats with personal service. Medium-sized groups (25-75 people) require boats with separate spaces for different activities during the event.
Large corporate events (75-150 people) need spacious decks and often multiple bar and catering points. When planning, also consider the type of activities: presentations require more seating, while networking events need more standing room.
What are the essential amenities for corporate boat rental?
Catering facilities top the list of important amenities for corporate events. You can choose from various options: from simple reception service to complete business dinners. Professional onboard kitchens enable fresh preparation.
Audiovisual equipment is essential for presentations and speeches. Modern boats for business events feature sound systems, microphones, and often projectors or screens for visual support of your business message.
Practical amenities like wifi, sufficient restrooms, and covered spaces ensure comfort during your event. Heated spaces are important for events outside the summer season, while air conditioning provides comfort during warm days.
How do you choose the best route for a corporate boat event in Amsterdam?
The classic canal route through the Jordaan and city center takes 1.5 to 2 hours and offers your guests the most beautiful historical buildings and bridges. This route works perfectly for client relationship events where you want to showcase Amsterdam to international guests.
Longer routes (2-3 hours) via the IJ and Amstel rivers provide more time for extensive presentations and networking activities. You’ll sail past modern architecture and have space for multiple program components during the cruise.
Short routes (1 hour) through the city center are ideal for lunch meetings or as part of a larger event. You can also choose stationary arrangements, where the boat serves as a unique venue without actually sailing.
How we help you choose the right boat for corporate events
We understand that every corporate sailing event has unique requirements. That’s why we offer personal advice to find the perfect boat that matches your specific corporate event, group size, and budget.
Our service includes:
- Free consultation on boat types and route options
- Flexible arrangements with catering tailored to your needs
- Professional crew, including captain and hostess
- Audiovisual support for presentations
- More than 120 boarding and disembarking locations throughout Amsterdam
With our fleet of more than 40 luxury canal boats and years of experience in corporate events, we ensure that your business event on Amsterdam’s canals becomes a great success. Discover all possibilities for corporate boat trips and contact us for a non-binding consultation about the possibilities for your corporate sailing event.
