Classic Boat for 12 People

Classic boat for 12 people

Rent a classic boat in Amsterdam! Coming soon at Eco Boats Amsterdam. Stylish, covered, and 100% electric. Perfect for groups of up to 12 people. Includes a captain, onboard bar, and various catering packages.

Amsterdam Gay Pride 2025

Want to rent a private boat during Amsterdam Gay Pride 2025? Choose a large boat with a captain (up to 30 people) or a smaller self-drive boat (7–12 people). Please note: you’ll be assigned a fixed spot along the route. You won’t be sailing in the parade itself. Don’t wait too long, availability is limited!

Classic boat packages

Whether you’re planning drinks, a meeting, dinner or a celebration, the classic covered boat can be booked with various packages including drinks, snacks, and extra activities such as:

Unlimited beer, soft drinks, wine, and sparkling wine

Typical Dutch snacks

Pizzas

Tapas

Silent Disco

Amsterdam Canal Quiz

And much more, ask us about the possibilities

The Barbarella Boat

The Barbarella has a unique history. This boat was specially designed and built in the 1960s for Maup Caransa, an influential real estate entrepreneur in Amsterdam. He built an impressive empire after World War II and owned several major hotels in the city. The Barbarella played an important role in both his business and social life. It was often used to host influential guests in peace and luxury, creating a historical atmosphere still felt on board today.

At the same time, the boat is fully modern. With its electric engine, you’ll cruise cleanly and quietly through the canals, without compromising on comfort.

Rent a private covered boat for a special occasion

Renting a private covered boat in Amsterdam is perfect for special and memorable moments. The boat is available for both business and private events. Book the private boat for 12 people for example for:

Business meetings on the water

Make your meeting truly unique. The calm environment on board encourages focus and creativity. Just like in the past, when Maup Caransa used the boat to host important business contacts.

Wine tasting on the canals

Be surprised by a selection of special wines, paired with matching bites and explained by a sommelier. Relaxed, flavorful, and ideal for small groups.

Bachelor or bachelorette party

Make it unforgettable with a unique canal cruise. Enjoy tasty snacks, drinks, and music as you celebrate with the bride or groom to be.

Romantic marriage proposal

Propose during a peaceful cruise at sunset. Think candlelight, a bottle of bubbles, and the historic canals as your backdrop. A romantic moment you’ll never forget.

Wedding transport by boat

Add a stylish touch to your wedding day with a classic boat. Sail together to the venue or relax with a glass of champagne after the ceremony.

Breakfast cruise in Amsterdam

Start your day with fresh croissants, orange juice or a mimosa as the city slowly wakes up. A refreshing start for early birds, colleagues, or families.

Celebrate your birthday on a boat

Celebrate in a unique way with friends and family on board. Enjoy music, food, and drinks while cruising through the canals, a party to remember.

Baby shower at a unique location

Celebrate the arrival of your little one in style. With an intimate atmosphere, tasty food, and beautiful canal views, it’s the perfect way to enjoy this special moment.

Gender reveal on a classic boat

Make your baby’s gender reveal extra special. Cruise through the canals and surprise your guests with a unique moment you’ll always remember.

And many more special occasions

Anything is possible! Contact us to discuss your plans and receive a custom quote.

Have a question?

We offer 3 options:

We are located at various spots in Amsterdam, depending on which boat you have booked. Where you start, you will also finish. Rent a boat and sail yourself

Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam (Amsterdam Centre location)
- Prinsen sloep (8-person)
- Keizers sloep (12-person)
Daniël Goedkoopstraat 1, 1096 BD Amsterdam (Amsterdam East location)
- Amstel sloep (7-person)
- Heren sloep (10-person)

Boarding locations for shared canal cruises

- Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam (Amsterdam Central Station)

Boarding location for private cruises with skipper:

- Stationsplein 18, 1012 AB Amsterdam (Amsterdam Central Station)

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

Plastic fishing: €3 per person
Amsterdam canal quiz: €3 per person

Extra activities for renting a large boat with a captain

Silent disco: €7 per person
Amsterdam canal quiz: €3 per person

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

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.

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.

All frequently asked questions

Or contact us

Contact us

+31 (0)20 308 66 56
info@ecoboatsamsterdam.com

Opening hours

Mon till sun: 10 am – 10 pm

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Eco Boats Amsterdam

Amsterdam Gay Pride 2025

Rent a classic boat in Amsterdam

Classic boat packages

The Barbarella Boat

Rent a private covered boat for a special occasion

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