Open boat tour Amsterdam
Fancy the canals with the sun on your face, without strangers squeezed in next to you? In Mokumboot's luxury open boat you sail privately with your own group. You sit low on the water with a clear view of the canal houses and bridges, while a skipper steers and tells you about the city.
- Just your group on board, up to 35 people
- 2, 2.5 or 3 hours, from € 425 per boat
- Skipper tells the stories in English and Dutch
- 100% electric and quiet
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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What the open boat is like
The open boat is a luxury sloop: low on the water, with no roof between you and the city. There is room to walk around, grab a drink or swap seats for a photo. The skipper takes you past the Skinny Bridge and Carré and along the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Singel, the canal ring that has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2010. Want to see something specific? Just say so, you plan the route together.
Weather not playing along? In autumn and winter the boat is covered, with umbrellas and blankets on board.
Food and drinks on board
Drinks taste better on the water. Through our caterers you can order snack platters, lunch or dinner on board. Or go for the pizza boat or the pancake boat. Rather bring your own? That's fine for a corkage fee.
Boarding and practical info
You board at Amsterdam Central Station or at the NEMO Science Museum. Boarding somewhere else, such as at your hotel or restaurant, can be arranged for an extra fee. Prams are welcome and so are assistance dogs. Unfortunately the boat is not wheelchair accessible.
Rather take a tugboat?
Prefer to sit together at one long table, with a bar and a toilet on board? Then the classic tugboat is the better fit. It is also private with a skipper, for up to 35 people.
Reviews
What others say about Mokumboot
Read our guests’ experiences on Google and Tripadvisor.
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“We had an amazing tour with a beautiful guide … definitely recommend”
Xenia S.Google -
“Top!”
EminGoogle -
“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!!”
Antra B.Google -
“Loved the experience and Lucas was very helpful and friendly!”
Claudia F.Google -
“Excellent boat, friendly staff and we had a wonderful experience overall!”
Tarek S.Google
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about the open boat
Can I book a single seat on the open boat?
No, we don't sell individual seats. With Mokumboot you rent the whole open boat with skipper for your own group, from € 425 for 2 hours. With ten people that comes to about € 42.50 per person.
How much does a private open boat tour cost?
€ 425 for 2 hours, € 530 for 2.5 hours and € 640 for 3 hours. The price is per boat, skipper and VAT included. Tourist tax of € 2.70 per person is added.
How many people can come along?
Up to 35 people. Smaller groups sail privately just as easily.
What if it rains?
In autumn and winter the open boat is covered, and there are umbrellas and blankets on board.
