Amsterdam Light Festival
Light art on the canals, with your own group on a covered boat
- own boat with skipper
- covered, with blankets on board
- up to 35 people
- sailing yourself also possible
Canal tour events Amsterdam
King's Day, Pride and the Light Festival with only your own group on board
King's Day
The orange party from your own boat, away from the packed streets
- own boat with skipper
- tugboat with bar and toilet
- up to 35 people
- sailing yourself also possible
Pride Amsterdam
Celebrate Pride on the water, with only your own group on board
- own boat with skipper
- food and drinks on board
- up to 35 people
- sailing yourself also possible
Enjoy Amsterdam's events from your own boat
Rather not be on a crowded boat with strangers while the city celebrates? At Mokumboot you always sail privately during events. The boat is just for your group, and the skipper knows where it gets busy and where you get the best view.
You sail on a classic tugboat or a luxury open sloop, with room for up to 35 people. Both boats are 100% electric. On the biggest days, such as King's Day and the day of the Canal Parade, availability is limited and we work with a separate offer. Request a quote in good time.
- Only your group on board
- A skipper who knows the city and the crowds
- Route and time agreed with you
- Food and drinks on board available
Plan your private canal tour
Choose your boat, date and extras. You see the price right away, then choose: book and pay now, or request a quote first.
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Sailing through Amsterdam
Sail yourself or let our skippers take you along the canals
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Fleet of 80 boats
The largest electric fleet in Amsterdam.
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Eco-friendly sailing
Explore the canals on a quiet, zero-emission boat.
Amsterdam Light Festival
In winter, artists from the Netherlands and abroad place light artworks along and above the canals. From the water you see them up close. On a private boat you pass the works at your own pace, while the skipper tells you about the art and the city.
In autumn and winter our boats are covered, with blankets and umbrellas on board. With up to 8 people you can also sail the light route yourself in a sloop.
Pride Amsterdam
During Pride Amsterdam the city turns every colour of the rainbow, with the Canal Parade as its best-known moment. On your own boat you celebrate Pride with your friends or colleagues, with space, a drink and a good view.
You don't sail in the parade itself; that's for the participating boats. Special rules apply on the water on parade day, so ask about the options in good time.
King's Day
On King's Day Amsterdam turns orange and the canals fill up with partying boats. From your own boat you're right in the middle of it, without squeezing through packed streets. The tugboat has a bar and a toilet on board.
King's Day is the busiest day of the year on the water. If you want to be there with a group, request a quote well in advance.
Reviews
Our customer experience
Read our guests’ experiences on Google and Tripadvisor.
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“We had an amazing tour with a beautiful guide … definitely recommend”
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“Top!”
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“The best few hours spent in Amsterdam. The boats are easy to self navigate and it definately doesn’t require training or a licence. The views from the canals are so different of those one sees walking. We were asissted by Lucas and he is a gem of the entire team. Thank you, Lucas!!”
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“Loved the experience and Lucas was very helpful and friendly!”
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“Excellent boat, friendly staff and we had a wonderful experience overall!”
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More reasons to get on the water
You don't need a big event to celebrate on the water. In the winter months you sail past illuminated canal houses and bridges. And whether it's a birthday, a family day or a company outing: with a private boat you choose the time and the route.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about sailing during events
Does Mokumboot sell tickets for canal tours during events?
No. At Mokumboot you always sail privately with your own group. You rent the whole boat with a skipper for up to 35 people.
How much does a private boat cost during an event?
A private tour normally costs € 425 for 2 hours, € 530 for 2.5 hours and € 640 for 3 hours, per boat including skipper. On King's Day and on the day of the Canal Parade we work with a separate offer; request a quote for those days.
Can I sail myself during events?
Yes. With up to 8 people you can rent an electric sloop, no boating licence needed. Around the big events the sloops go fast, so book early.
Where do I board?
At our boarding point near Amsterdam Central Station or at the NEMO Science Museum. Boarding somewhere else is possible on request, for an extra charge.
