A boat that suits you
From elegant open sloops to spacious saloon boats for larger parties. Always with an experienced local skipper at the helm.
Exclusively for you
Your group. Your boat.
Hiring a boat in Amsterdam is a special way to celebrate a moment together. Choose the boat that suits you, decide on the route and the drinks, and we arrange the rest.
An experience that fully matches your wishes.
A private boat on the Amsterdam canals offers a unique and atmospheric setting for your birthday, marriage proposal, bachelor party, company outing or business gathering. Our classic, comfortable boats suit different group sizes, so there is always a boat that matches your occasion.
Your own boat & local skipperFrom €399 per boatFrom 90 minutesDrinks and route tailored
Why Friendship
Culinary care in full
From a cosy drinks gathering to an elaborate lunch or private dinner: we make your cruise culinarily complete too.
Personally arranged
After your request we contact you personally to fine-tune everything. Carefree enjoyment, we promise.
All occasions
A boat for every moment.
Festive or business, quiet or grand: on the water every moment feels special.
Birthday
Celebrate your birthday on the water with your favourite people around you.
Marriage proposal
Amsterdam’s most beautiful backdrop for the question of your life.
Bachelor party
An unforgettable afternoon or evening with your best friends.
Company outing
Strengthen your team during a relaxed cruise through the canals.
Family moment
All generations together on board, enjoying without a care.
Just because
Sometimes a beautiful day is reason enough to take to the water.
Catering on board
Make it culinarily complete.
Choose the formula that suits your group and turn the cruise into a complete experience.
Drinks on board
Sharing boards, bitterballen and chilled drinks while the city glides by.
Lunch on the water
An elaborate lunch with fresh rolls, salads and something tasty on the side.
Dinner at sunset
A private dinner on board while the canal houses turn gold.
How your cruise unfolds
From request to on board.
Personal advice and a carefree day. That’s how we combine ease with attention.
Tell us your plan
Let us know how many guests you want to sail with, when and what you’re celebrating.
We put it together
Together we choose the boat, the route, the departure location and the culinary formula.
Step aboard
Our skipper welcomes you at the jetty. All you have to do is enjoy.
Your boat
Just you, the skipper and the city.
A taste of sailing with your own open boat.
Reviews
What guests say.
“We had a fantastic afternoon. The skipper was incredibly kind and everything went smoothly. The boat was clean and very well maintained.”
Ofelia“A very cosy setting with every convenience. Recommended for any group.”
Mrs Griffioen“Pleasant contact beforehand and a friendly, good skipper. The food on board was also received very positively.”
Mrs SkovReady to take to the water?
Tell us your wishes and we’ll contact you within one working day.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I book a boat privately?
Yes, you can book a boat with skipper exclusively for your own party. See Private hire for the options.
Is there a toilet on board?
Our classic saloon boats have a toilet on board. The open boats do not.
Can I bring my own food or drinks?
Unfortunately this is not possible. Our bar on board will take care of you.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Our boat Friendship is the most accessible, but stepping across from the dock is still a little tricky and we have no wheelchair lift. We are happy to look at the possibilities together, so do give us a call.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. We kindly ask you to keep your dog off the cushions and look after it yourself. It should sit on your lap or on the floor.
Isn’t it cold on an open boat?
It is a little cooler on the water than in the streets, and the wind can add to that. We have blankets on board, and in winter heated cushions and covered boats. We sail all year round.
