Eco Boats Amsterdam

Play the Amsterdam Canal Quiz while cruising the canals

Looking for an extra activity during your boat trip? Book the Amsterdam Canal Quiz as an add-on. You’ll learn about the rich history, culture, and highlights of Amsterdam in a fun way. While you cruise along the picturesque canals, you’ll receive a set of questions filled with interesting facts about the city. It’s not just fun to do, but also educational!

Price

The Amsterdam Canal Quiz costs just €3 per person extra! This small fee guarantees hours of fun and competition while you enjoy the stunning views of the canals.

Available for all boats

The Amsterdam Canal Quiz can be added to both the small boats for self-sailing and the larger boats accommodating up to 30 people with a skipper.

amsterdam quiz boat

What can you expect?

Everyone will receive their own quiz sheet with various questions about Amsterdam. There are approximately 20 questions in total. Choose someone from your group to be the quizmaster who keeps track of the answers. Who can answer the most questions correctly and earn the title of quiz champion?

How does it work?

  1. Book a boat and select the Amsterdam Canal Quiz as an extra option.
  2. Indicate how many people will be participating; everyone will get their own quiz sheet.
  3. On board, you’ll receive a quiz sheet with questions, answers, and a pen.
  4. Choose a quizmaster from your group to keep score and read the questions.

For all ages

The quiz is available in a version for children and one for adults, each with its own level of difficulty. This ensures that everyone can participate, regardless of their knowledge level. Make sure to indicate how many people you want to include when you make your reservation so we can prepare a quiz sheet for everyone.

Why choose the Amsterdam Canal Quiz?

  • Interactive: A great way to strengthen your bond with each other.
  • Educational: Discover interesting facts about the city while enjoying the view.
  • Unique: Make your boat trip unforgettable with this original activity.

What did others think?

“The quiz was a hit! We laughed so much and also learned more about the city.” – Sophie

“A great way to spice up our team outing. Everyone got competitive, and it made the experience even more fun.” – Tom

“An ideal activity for a family day. Both the kids and the adults had a great time!” – Lisa

Other activities

Prefer a different activity than plastic fishing while cruising the canals? We have plenty of other fun options. Check them all.

Why do customers choose Eco Boats Amsterdam

Where can you find us?

Have a question?

Certainly! You can hire a private large boat, including a captain and catering and/or activities. The private boat accommodates 30 people, ensuring exclusivity for your group, with catering options. Or you can rent multiple smaller boats that you can sail yourself. This means you are the captain. No boating licence needed! You can choose between different extra activities:
  • Plastic fishing
  • Silent disco
  • Amsterdam canal quiz
 

We offer various extra activities when you rent a boat from us. You pay a low rate per person. Choose the activity as an extra when booking. Extra activities for renting a small boat and self-sailing Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain

In addition to the regular boat rental fee, we are obliged to charge city tax at €2.50 per person. This applies to all boat rentals in Amsterdam.

We are open every day, all year round.
  • Monday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Tuesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Wednesday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Thursday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Friday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 22:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 22:00

Certainly! You can hire a boat with us during various events, such as King's Day, Gay Pride, and the Amsterdam Light Festival. The rental usually starts 4 to 6 months in advance. So, make sure to book in advance to secure a boat.

Available boats

  • Small boats that you can sail yourself
  • Private canal boats with a captain and space for 30 people
  • Tickets for our public canal cruise

Do you need to sail yourself or is there a captain?

Please note: on King's Day, you always rent a boat with a captain. You can rent both the small boats and the large private canal cruise boat with space for 30 people. On other holidays/events, you are allowed to sail yourself.

Food and drinks

Regarding food and drinks on King's Day and Gay Pride: On the small boats where you are the captain, you may bring your own food and drinks. On the large boats (30-person boats), it's only allowed to bring your own food. We will arrange the drinks for you.

Plastic fishing is only possible when you rent a boat to sail yourself. You can fish for plastic while sailing for a low rate of €3 per person. You will receive all the necessary equipment on board to fish for plastic from the canals during your boat trip, including nets and garbage bags. It’s not only a lot of fun, but also good for the environment!

Yes, we have life jackets for children available. This is free of charge.

The rates vary per boat. We offer 4 different self-drive boats. You rent a boat for a minimum of 2 hours, and pay a low amount per hour for any additional time.
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Opening hours

Mon till sun: 10 am – 1o pm

The benefits of Eco Boats Amsterdam

Option 1: Sail yourself without a license
Option 2: Buy a sightseeing tour ticket
Option 3: Private cruise with a captain
From 1 to 30 persons
Choose from various boats
Electric, whisper-quiet, and clean
Guaranteed a fun day
Perfect for group outings
Around Amsterdam city center
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