YOUR SELF DRIVE BOAT
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR SELF DRIVE BOAT?
- safe, solid & reliable
easy to drive
eco-friendly
spacious for up to 6 people
safe, solid & reliable
easy to drive
eco-friendly
spacious for 6 p
DON’T WORRY, BE A HAPPY SKIPPER!
Your Boats4rent self drive boat is basic in a positive way. You can easily drive the boat yourself. Even if you don’t have any experience or license. Before departure we will give you a personal instruction about the handling and the basic rules. As long as you respect these, there is nothing to worry about.
Your self drive boat has a safe and solid construction and enough space for up to six people and some luggage. The electric engine is reliable and easy to operate. And the batteries will definitely last for the length of your trip.
So take it easy and enjoy!


DON’T WORRY, BE A HAPPY SKIPPER!
Your Boats4rent self drive boat is basic in a positive way. You can easily drive the boat yourself. Even if you don’t have any experience or license. Before departure we will give you a personal instruction about the handling and the basic rules. As long as you respect these, there is nothing to worry about.
Your self drive boat has a safe and solid construction and enough space for up to six people and some luggage. The electric engines is reliable and easy to operate. And the batteries will definitely last for the length of your trip.
So take it easy and enjoy!

YOUR SELF DRIVE BOAT COMES WITH A FREE MAP, FOAM SEATS AND LIFE VESTS
How to make the most beautiful canal tour? What are the highlights on your way? Where to take a short break? You will find the answers to these questions -and more- on the large laminated map on your boat.
Furthermore, there is a foam seat for every person on board. And every boat has free life vests. It’s up to you if you want to wear these.

YOUR SELF DRIVE BOAT COMES WITH A FREE MAP, FOAM SEATS AND LIFE VESTS
How to make the most beautiful canal tour? What are the highlights on your way? Where to take a short break? You will find the answers to these questions -and more- on the large laminated map on your boat.
Furthermore, there is a foam seat for every person on board. And every boat has free life vests. It’s up to you if you want to wear these.
WHAT NOT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR SELF DRIVE BOAT?
luxury
Although our self drive boats have the zero emission electric engine and the aluminium hull in common, they are not exactly the Tesla’s of the Amsterdam canals. We provide free foam seats to sit on and the electric propulsion guarantees a smooth and silent ride, but at the best Amsterdam boat rental rates don’t expect a luxurious boat.
speed
Don’t expect a powerful or fast boat either. The official speed limit on the Amsterdam canals is just 6 km/h and our boats go about 5 km/h. This is walking speed, allowing you to have a good look at all the beauty surrounding you. You’ll be surprised what you can see in a couple of hours. Please check our section on Amsterdam canal routes for more info.
Alternative rental boats
All of our boats are completely open and self operated. If you prefer a self drive boat that is partly covered, have a look at Boaty Rent a Boat Amsterdam. Boaty is located in the southern city center. For other types of rental boats (larger and more luxurious, with a captain) we can recommend colleagues with nice boats at fair rates. Please contact us for that.