Giethoorn boat rental

Boat tours in Giethoorn

Guided boat tours through the canals of Giethoorn

Experience Giethoorn at its best with a guided boat tour through the village’s famous canals. Choose from classic canal cruises with individual tickets, fully private boats with skipper, or exclusive private boat tours for smaller groups. Sit back and relax while an experienced skipper navigates the waterways and shares stories about Giethoorn’s history, scenery and hidden spots. A guided boat tour is the most comfortable and complete way to discover Giethoorn from the water.

Canal cruise tickets

Canal cruise Giethoorn

Canal cruise ticket – fixed departure

Per person:

1 hour for € 12,50

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Canal cruise Giethoorn

Canal cruise – flexible day ticket

Per person:

1 hour for € 15,00

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Private boat tours

Private boat tour Giethoorn

Private boat tour (with a captain)

With skipper, suitable for:

Groups up to 6 persons

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Private canal cruise for groups in Giethoorn

Private canal cruise for groups

Max 44 persons

€350 per hour

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Why choose a guided boat tour in Giethoorn

A boat tour in Giethoorn is suitable for couples, families, groups and company outings. Guided canal cruises and private boat tours allow you to explore the village without worrying about navigation, busy waterways or docking. With a skipper on board, you can fully enjoy the peaceful canals, traditional farmhouses and surrounding nature. Boat tours in Giethoorn operate year-round and vary in duration, group size and level of privacy, making it easy to choose a tour that fits your visit. Booking a guided boat tour is one of the most popular and relaxing ways to experience Giethoorn.

Visit Giethoorn from Amsterdam by direct bus

Bus tour round trip from Amsterdam to Giethoorn

What you’ll see from the water

Giethoorn’s old centre has no roads — only canals, footpaths and bridges — so the water is the way it was meant to be seen. From your seat on the tour boat, the skipper follows the historic village canal, slips under low wooden bridges and out onto the open Bovenwijde lake before circling back to the boarding point.

  • Centuries-old thatched farmhouses lining the banks
  • More than 170 little wooden bridges between the islands
  • The peaceful Bovenwijde lake and reed-lined waterways
  • The edge of Weerribben-Wieden, Northwest Europe’s largest peat marsh

Tips for a relaxed boat tour

A little planning makes a guided canal cruise even better. Giethoorn is busiest from late morning to mid-afternoon in summer, so an early or later departure means quieter canals and clearer photos. Tours run year-round, and because every tour boat is fully covered you stay comfortable whatever the weather brings.

  • Book ahead in spring and summer — popular times fill up fast
  • Pick a 1 to 3-hour cruise to match your day
  • Arrive early: free parking and bus 70 are close by
  • Pair your tour with lunch at a waterside café afterwards

Best place to visit with family and friends.we enjoyed the boat ride.
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Words can't describe the beauty of this place. Each house like it was specially curated to be in a museum. Not a lot of people this time of year, at times we cannot hear anything except for soft duck quacking and sound of water beating.
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Beautiful place
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Sehr sehenswert ein muss in Giethorn
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Lugar mágico!!!
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Hele slechte ervaring. Kijk uit ze betalen niet je hele borgbedrag terug. Bij mij €30 ingehouden met een smoes
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Good place for go boating ⛵
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Gorgeous. Great day out!
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নেদারল্যান্ডসের Overijssel প্রদেশে অবস্থিত Giethoorn Village-কে প্রায়ই “Dutch Venice” বলা হয়, কারণ এখানে রাস্তার পরিবর্তে খাল (canal) প্রধান যোগাযোগ ব্যবস্থা এবং অসংখ্য ছোট সেতু গ্রামটিকে সংযুক্ত করেছে। শতাব্দী আগে পিট (peat) উত্তোলনের ফলে তৈরি হওয়া জলপথই আজকের মনোরম খালগুলোর রূপ নিয়েছে। শান্ত পরিবেশ, খড়ের ছাউনি দেওয়া ঐতিহ্যবাহী বাড়ি, বৈদ্যুতিক নৌকা ভ্রমণ এবং প্রাকৃতিক সৌন্দর্যের জন্য Giethoorn নেদারল্যান্ডসের অন্যতম জনপ্রিয় পর্যটন গন্তব্য। #Giethoorn #DutchVenice #NetherlandsTravel
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Good experience
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Giethoorn is a magical village in the Netherlands, often called the “Venice of the North.” 🇳🇱🌿 With its charming thatched-roof houses, peaceful canals, picturesque bridges, and beautiful gardens, it feels like stepping into a fairytale. Taking a boat ride through the canals is an unforgettable experience and a wonderful way to enjoy the village’s unique beauty. The peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery make it a perfect destination for relaxation, photography, and nature lovers. A hidden gem that everyone should experience at least once! Highly recommended! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Rüya gibiydi gerçekten masal köyü ölmeden yapılması gerekenler dendi gereği yapıldı
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Çok şeker vintage tarzında bir misafir evi, bayıldım zevkle döşenmiş. Ev sahibi nazik ve dost canlısı.
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★★★★★ Giethoorn – A Magical Fairytale Village in the Netherlands! Giethoorn is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful and enchanting villages we have ever visited! This extraordinary place feels like stepping into a fairytale, with its picturesque canals, charming traditional houses, beautiful gardens, and romantic little wooden bridges. Walking through the village was an absolutely wonderful experience. Every corner offers breathtaking views, and the peaceful atmosphere makes it the perfect destination to escape the noise and stress of everyday life. The combination of crystal-clear waterways, lovely thatched-roof cottages, colourful flowers, and lush greenery creates a truly magical setting. It is almost impossible to stop taking photographs because everything looks like a postcard! One of the most fascinating aspects of Giethoorn is its unique network of canals, which gives the village its special character and the nickname “Venice of the Netherlands.” The entire area is beautifully maintained, and exploring its narrow pathways and picturesque bridges is an unforgettable experience. We were completely captivated by the beauty, tranquillity, and romantic atmosphere of this wonderful destination. Absolutely recommended! Five stars without hesitation! Giethoorn is a true hidden gem of the Netherlands and a place everyone should experience at least once in their lifetime. We would love to return!
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Was rustig vandaag, zijn naar p1 gegaan en daar waren de bootjes een stuk goedkoper.
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חוויה מעולה לקחנו סירה לארבע שעות והיינו בטוחים שהילדים יתחרפנו. כשהארבע שעות נגמרו הם התחננו לעוד הזמן טפעובר מהר מאוד הבאנו איתנו קצת לחם וחילקנו לברווזים, לשחפים ולברבורים (הברבורים חמדנים וקצת מפחידים, שימו לב)
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love this village, like a story
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The most magical place I've ever visited
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Beautiful village. It’s a touristy area so beware of pickpockets.
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Fantastisk plass
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