Rent a boat for 12 people in Amsterdam

Renting a boat in Amsterdam has never been so easy, environmentally friendly and cheap! Would you like to discover Amsterdam by boat with friends, family or colleagues? Then Eco Boats is the right place for you. Our Keizers boats offer room for 12 people. The pick-up and drop-off location is Amsterdam Centre.

Boat rental location

The boarding location of the Keizers boat is in Amsterdam Center: Zandhoek 22, 1013KT Amsterdam. This is a 15-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station and easily accessible by public transport, bicycle, or car (paid parking available right in front of the location).

Boat capacity

The Keizers boat can accommodate 1 to 12 people.

12-Person boat rate

The Keizers boat can be rented for as little as €60 per hour with a minimum rental duration of 2 hours. In addition to the regular boat rental fee, we are obliged to charge city tax at €2.60 per person. This applies to all boat rentals in Amsterdam.

You’re the captain

You are the captain and are allowed to steer the boat yourself without a boating license. We’ll explain everything before departure, and it’s not difficult. You steer easily with a steering wheel. We’ll also provide you with a map of routes. You must be at least 18 years old to be the captain.

Additional activities

During your boat trip, you can choose from the following extra activities for a small additional fee per person:

Plastic fishing
Amsterdam canals quiz

Plastic fishing

Looking for a fun and eco-friendly activity during your boat ride? Try plastic fishing! For just €3 per person, you’ll receive all the equipment needed to fish plastic from the canals. It’s a fun activity for all ages, and you’ll also be helping to keep Amsterdam cleaner. Together, we can keep the canals plastic-free!

Amsterdam canals quiz

Play the Amsterdam canals quiz while cruising for just €3 per person! You’ll receive a set of questions about the city, along with pen and paper to record your answers. Choose someone as the quizmaster to keep track of the answers. Who will answer the most questions correctly?

The quiz is available in two versions: one for children and one for adults, each with its own level of difficulty. When making your reservation, let us know how many participants will join, so we can provide everyone with their own quiz sheet.

Discover the Keizers Boat

Renting a boat in Amsterdam has never been easier, environmentally friendly, and affordable! Do you want to explore Amsterdam by boat with friends, family, or colleagues? Then you’ve come to the right place at Eco Boats. Our Keizers boats accommodate up to 12 people and depart from the Amsterdam Center location.

Features

Steer the boat without a license

Space for up to 12 people

Environmentally friendly

Quiet and electric

Steering by means of a steering wheel

Sitting cushions

Storage compartments

Fun for groups

Includes

Comfortable cushions

Life jackets for children

Blankets to keep you warm

Map of the Amsterdam Canals

Instruments for plastic fishing (on request)

Have a question?

Yes you can rent a self-drive boat to explore Amsterdam at your own pace. You do not need a boating license to rent a self-drive boat. Self-drive boats are operated by you (minimum age 18), while private and public cruises are always skippered by one of our professional crew.

No. When renting a self-drive boat, you will receive clear instructions before departure and the boats are easy to operate. Please read the rules that apply on the Amsterdam Canals carefully before going on your trip.

We offer 3 options:

We are open daily from 10:00 to 22:00. Hours may vary during seasonal periods or public holidays. Please contact us to confirm current opening times.

Yes. All our boats are 100% electric. They are quiet, environmentally friendly, and easy to operate.

The total capacity of a cruise depends on the type of boat booked Self Drive Boat Rentals

Amstel Boat: up to 7 people
Prinsen Boat: up to 8 people
Heren Boat: up to 10 people
Keizers Boat: up 12 people

Private Boats with skipper

The Barbarella: 12 people
Wine tasting cruise: 25 people
Barbecue boat: 28 people
Cocktail boat: 28 people
Beer and bites boat: 30 people
Pizza boat: 30 people
Tapas boat: 30 people
Salon Boats: 50 to 75 people

Public Canal Cruises

Public cruises have a maximum capacity of 30 people.

€50 per hour (Amstel & Prinsen boats)
€60 per hour (Heren & Keizers boats)

Minimum rental duration: 2 hours City tax: €2.70 per person

In addition to the regular boat rental fee, we are obliged to charge city tax at €2.60 per person. This applies to all boat rentals in Amsterdam.

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.

All frequently asked questions

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Rent a boat for 12 people in Amsterdam

Boat rental location

Boat capacity

12-Person boat rate

You’re the captain