Boat (comfort) for 4 to 8 persons

Boat (comfort) for rent in Giethoorn

Rent a comfortable electric boat (comfort) in Giethoorn, suitable for up to 8 people, and explore the village at your own pace. The boat is spacious and comfortable, equipped with cushions and back support, and runs on electricity, making it quiet and environmentally friendly. You steer the boat yourself using a steering wheel, and no boating license is required. The minimum (online) rental time is about 1 hour, and with a fully charged battery, you can sail for up to 8 hours.

Booking online:

Booking online is easy and the most affordable option. You can pay securely online and will receive all necessary instructions by email. Prefer to book on-site? That’s possible too, but keep in mind that prices are often higher at the location.

At the pick-up point of this whisperboat in Giethoorn:

Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by the team and receive access to a convenient sailing route app, featuring multiple routes through Giethoorn. Options range from shorter trips of around 1 hour to extended routes of up to 4.5 hours, allowing you to explore the entire area. Before departure, you’ll get a brief and clear sailing instruction to ensure you head out well prepared.

Go for the comfortable experience

The boat is fully equipped for a comfortable experience: dogs and your own food are allowed, and facilities such as free parking and toilets are available at the rental location. As you cruise through the canals, you’ll enjoy the charming scenery of bridges, waterways, and nature, while following local sailing rules and respecting residents from the village of Giethoorn. Click here for more information about Giethoorn.

Sailing routes (advice) with average sailing time without stops:

• Route 1: smallest tour through Giethoorn center = approximately 1 to 1.5 hours of sailing
• Route 2: slightly larger tour through Giethoorn center = approximately 1.5 to 2 hours of sailing
• Route 3: from Giethoorn center to Giethoorn South and back = approximately 1.5 to 2 hours of sailing
• Route 4: from Giethoorn center to Giethoorn South and back = approximately 2 to 2.5 hours of sailing
• Route 5: from Giethoorn center to Giethoorn North and back = approximately 3 hours of sailing
• Route 6: explore the whole of Giethoorn (North-South-center) = approximately 4 to 4.5 hours of sailing

Click here for the water routes in the Giethoorn Village navigation app

Giethoorn Boat Tour (captain included)

Prefer not to sail yourself? You can also choose a relaxing guided cruise and let an experienced skipper show you around beautiful Giethoorn. Book your guided boat tour here.

Special offer if you want to travel from Amsterdam to Giethoorn:

• If you are looking for cheap transfer from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, then we have something for you.
• From Giethoorn Village Tours, we drive daily between Amsterdam and Giethoorn.
• For only €39.00, you will be taken back and forth in a luxury coach.