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Off Course

We drift different — local-led cruises through Amsterdam’s quieter waters

5(59 reviews)

Off Course is run by Jannah and Beer, a small team of Amsterdam locals who steer guests through quieter waters away from the tourist crowds and into the city's hidden corners — sharing the same spots they actually visit with friends, no fixed script. The fleet is two fully electric, restored saloon boats, one built in 1915 and one in 1951 with a spacious sundeck. Onboard drinks are self-serve, and the vibe is deliberately relaxed — 'your floating living room.' Shared cruises run from €35 per person and private charters from €310, departing from Brouwersgracht 64 near the Jordaan.

Jannah & Beer

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Fleet: 2 electric boats — Diana (built 1915) and Curaçao (built 1951, with sundeck)
  • Route: quieter waters away from the tourist crowds, local hangouts and hidden corners
  • Onboard: self-serve drinks, no fixed script or performance
  • Shared cruises: from €35 per person, up to 12 guests
  • Private charters: from €310
  • Departure: Brouwersgracht 64, near the Jordaan

    • Company profile supplied by Off Course. Rating from 59 Google reviews. Cruise pricing, schedules and availability shown below are BoatLocal's own live booking data, refreshed hourly.

    Off Course is a good fit if

    • Travellers who want a scheduled, shared canal cruise from €35 per person
    • Groups who want to book the whole boat privately (up to 12 guests)
    • Guests who want drinks available or included on board
    • Guests who want food or snacks available on board
    • Travellers who prefer a small-boat, intimate group size

    Less ideal if

    • You need a boat for more than 12 people

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    What guests say

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    Sarah M.

    October 2026

    “We had an absolute blast with Boat Local Netherlands! Our guide was amazing—incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and provided great insights throughout the entire tour. The route was gorgeous and gave us such a wonderful perspective of the waterways. Highly recommend booking with them if you want a top-notch experience!”

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    Thomas W.E.I.

    October 2026

    “Very laid back easy boat tour with a wonderful captain and nice drinks as well as a comfortable boat. Highly recommend for families!”

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    Sonja V.A.

    September 2026

    “Super leuke kapitein, We hadden wel meer 'hidden gems' verwacht.”

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    Isabelle R.

    June 2026

    “Great boat, route, and knowledgeable guide. I wish the guide would have offered up more information without having to be asked questions.”

    Artem K.

    Artem K.

    August 2026

    Mikey M.

    Mikey M.

    August 2026

    Shosh M.

    Shosh M.

    August 2026

    “Brilliant. Loved it. Just us and one other couple. Beer (our guide) was fantastic. Highly recommend.”

    Clara S.M.

    Clara S.M.

    August 2026

    “Un servicio y una experiencia de 10 de 10. Hubo un pequeño problema con la app en el momento de la reserva y tuvimos que cambiar la hora, pero el equipo nos llamó inmediatamente para avisarnos y gestionar la solución al momento. La gran sorpresa fue que, al final, disfrutamos de un tour completamente privado. Nuestra capitana fue fantástica: nos fue explicando datos súper interesantes que van mucho más allá del típico recorrido turístico convencional y nos llevó por canales preciosos que jamás habríamos conocido por nuestra cuenta. Repetiríamos sin dudarlo. ¡Totalmente recomendable!”

    Cedrik J.

    Cedrik J.

    July 2026

    “Oli was an incredible tour guide with a great little boat. He was engaging, we had a laugh, it was just amazing! We had a great time!”

    Christos S.

    Christos S.

    July 2026

    “Absolutely worth it. Captain Mare was especially great not only at steering the perfectly sized boat but also at giving us interesting facts about the city, the canals, the people and the culture. The 1,5 hours were just perfect for an afternoon boat ride. It was our first time in Amsterdam and this was the highlight of the trip.”

    Roberto N.

    Roberto N.

    June 2026

    “An amazing trip through the canals of Amsterdam. The concierge was helpful and explained everything. Besides the option of the tour had been a nice surprise, allowing to see a new perspective of Amsterdam. To him a big thank you.”

    Karel

    Karel

    June 2026

    “The most amazing boat company in Amsterdam and the perfect way to see the canals.”

    Jacckie E.

    Jacckie E.

    June 2026

    “Was really great, would really recommend it to everyone”

    JM

    JM

    June 2026

    “We had a delightful river cruise experience with Liam. Learnt lots about Dutch culture and spirit, sailed through some quiet but scenic routes, and generally enjoyed the views of the city from the water. Thank you Liam for being a professional host.”

    Celeste P.

    Celeste P.

    June 2026

    “This tour was fantastic. We were on a lovely small boat, just my friend and I, and the route avoids the tourist hot spots. Liam was a brilliant captain - very friendly, knowledgeable and a safe driver. I would recommend this tour to anyone!”

    Clare B.

    Clare B.

    June 2026

    “Very enjoyable and informative boat trip. Beer has a relaxed approach. He is very skilled at navigating the canals and is knowledgable. Highly recommend!”

    Camille S.

    Camille S.

    June 2026

    “What a great way to see Amsterdam. Beer was a great guide. He shared with us the history of Amsterdam all the way through to modern day issues. The boat was beautiful and clean. It was the best way to start our vacation in Amsterdam.”

    Susan D.

    Susan D.

    June 2026

    “Lovely peaceful canal cruise with Beer. It was great to see the canals through the eyes of a local. Beer was a pleasure to cruise with and his c. 1915 boat is gorgeous! Would highly recommend!”

    Dave C.

    Dave C.

    June 2026

    “Excellent afternoon.”

    Juanita T.

    Juanita T.

    June 2026

    “Incredible tour, amazing facts about Amsterdam. Really beautiful boat and amazing experience overall. 100% recommend”

    Shared Tours

    1 cruise available

    Private Tours

    1 boat available

    Food & Drinks on Board

    What Off Course can add to your cruise — pick your options at checkout on a private tour.

    Food & Meals
    Snacks & Bites
    Drinks & Bar

    1 boarding dock

    Brouwersgracht 64

    Brouwersgracht 64, 1, 1013 ED Amsterdam

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    Frequently asked questions

    Yes. Off Course offers private canal cruises where the boat is reserved exclusively for your group, for up to 12 guests.
    Yes. Off Course runs scheduled shared canal cruises where individual seats can be booked, starting from €35 per person.
    Off Course's shared cruises are priced at €35 per person.
    Private charters with Off Course range from €247.50 to €315 for the whole boat, depending on the boat and duration.
    Off Course's cruises range from 1 hour & 30 minutes minimum to 1 hour & 30 minutes, depending on the tour — see the cruise list above for exact durations.
    Off Course's largest boat holds up to 12 guests; for bigger private groups, book the whole boat directly. Check individual cruise listings above for exact capacity.
    Yes — food and drinks are available on selected cruises. See the individual cruise listing for what's included.
    Off Course cruises depart from Brouwersgracht 64, 1, 1013 ED Amsterdam.
    You can book directly on BoatLocal — select a cruise above, choose your date, time and number of guests, and pay securely online.

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