Frequently Asked Questions

What are the advantages of using the Rent A Boat Amsterdam website?

Rent A Boat Amsterdam gives you a complete overview of the boat rental options. This website is a one-stop shop for boats with a crew in Amsterdam. You can benefit from the thousands of reviews on the site, the best price guarantees and free, expert advice.

Are there extra costs associated with renting a boat via the Rent A Boat Amsterdam website?

No. It’s absolutely free to use our website and services: there are no reservation costs, no administrative costs and no hidden costs whatsoever.

How do I know that my information/quotation request has been received?

After you have clicked the blue ‘ Request a quote’ button and filled in the request form, you will receive confirmation on your screen and a confirmation email saying that your request has been sent successfully. This email will also inform you of when you can expect to receive a response to your request.

I’m not able to send my request. What's gone wrong?

The fields on the request form have a ‘validation’ function. For example, the email field checks for hyphens and an @ symbol in the email address. Be sure to fill in each field correctly and review your input before you click ‘Send’. If you’re still unable to send your request, don’t hesitate to contact us on +31 (0)20 6247635.

Does sending a request result in any obligation on my part?

No. Sending a request is entirely without obligation and results in zero commitment on your part.

I can't find what I'm looking for. What should I do?

Please contact us by calling us on +31 (0)20 6247635. Tell us your specific needs and we will provide you with tailored, no-obligation advice.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you confirm your reservation with your chosen boat company, a cancellation policy usually applies. Each boat company has its own cancellation policy. Ask to see this policy before you confirm your quotation.

I would like to leave a review. How can I do this?

The reviews on Rent A Boat Amsterdam are submitted by people who have recently sailed on a boat which they requested via the Rent A Boat Amsterdam website. After sending your request, you will receive an email on the day after your sail date, asking you to provide us with feedback. On the form, you can choose whether you want the review to be published on our website anonymously or under your name.

I'm interested in renting several boats. Is this possible?

Yes it is. You can either simply request several boats, tick the box ‘If possible, please send me information about similar boats’ at the bottom of the request form, or call us on +31 (0)20 6247635 for advice. We will be happy to help you find the right boat for your specific occasion.

I want to buy individual tickets for a canal cruise. Can I do that on this website?

No. Rent A Boat Amsterdam only includes boats that can be rented. That means you have to rent the entire boat and that the boat is exclusively at your disposal during your trip. If you want to buy individual tickets for a canal cruise, please contact a canal cruise company.

I want to make sure the boat I rent is environmentally friendly. What should I look for?

That's a good idea. You have two options: you can either choose a boat with an electric motor (zero emissions), or you can choose a carbon-neutral boat, where the emissions are compensated by us through our CO2 reduction programme. For more information about our environmental policy click here. On each boat's page, we indicate whether or not they are environmentally friendly.

Where do I board the boat?

Because the boats on Rent A Boat Amsterdam are all rented, you decide where you want to board the boat (as long as there is a dock at that location). However, be aware that you may be charged an extra fee if you wish to board from certain locations. To help you find the right boarding location, we have created maps with Google Maps that indicate the free boarding locations for each boat. For more information about boarding locations and docks in Amsterdam, click here.

I want to give a presentation on board. Do the boats have power sockets?

Many boats do, but not all of them. Check each boat's page to see whether the boat has a 220 volt socket. This is shown under the ‘facilities’ section.

I want to lease my boat via Rent A Boat Amsterdam. How can I do this?

If you have an operating licence that authorises you to lease your boat in Amsterdam, you are eligible to advertise your boat on Rent A Boat Amsterdam. If this is the case, please contact us to learn about the possibilities.

Is Rent A Boat Amsterdam an intermediary or a boat rental company?

Rent A Boat Amsterdam wants to make the boat rental market in Amsterdam more transparent and has therefore entered into partnerships with several boat rental companies in Amsterdam to enable you to compare different boats and find the boat that best fits your specific needs. When you request a specific boat, we put you in direct contact with the owner of the boat.