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Captain For a Day

You're the captain, no licence needed

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Duration

2 hrs

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Group size

2–6 people

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Location

Zandhoek 22

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Rating

4.7 (340 reviews)

About this activity

Experience Amsterdam from the water as the captain of your own

Highlights

  • βœ“No boating licence needed
  • βœ“100% electric & silent
  • βœ“4 boat sizes β€” up to 12 people
  • βœ“Your group only β€” no strangers
  • βœ“Bring your own food & drinks
  • βœ“Dogs welcome
  • βœ“Optional: plastic fishing from the boat

What's included

  • βœ“Private electric boat (2 hrs min.)
  • βœ“Canal navigation map
  • βœ“Safety briefing
  • βœ“Life vests
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…Β½4.7Β· 340 reviews

""Easy to steer, beautiful canals, nice to be your own captain!”"

β€” Egon Forster

€138/ boat
Duration2 hrs
Group size2–6 people
ProviderEco Boats Amsterdam
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