Private Open Boat
Modern electric boats with comfortable seating
Exceptional
1,188 reviews
What guests loved most
Kaylee R.
“Had an amazing time with Oliva and Larkin!! Amazing people and such an informative tour”
Book up to 48h before departure
From €414.88
·1 hour & 30 mins minimum
About this tour
Luxury Private Boat • Unlimited Drinks Available • Perfect for Parties
Private Boat Tour on Private Starboard Cruise
A modern electric boat, a captain who knows the waterways, and nobody on board but the people you choose to bring. The Private Starboard Cruise runs quietly through Amsterdam's canal network with your group setting the pace. Book a minimum of ninety minutes, or stretch it longer if the conversation's good and the Amstel looks particularly fine in the late afternoon light.
Just Your Group on Board
This is a private canal cruise amsterdam in the proper sense: no strangers, no fixed route, no rush. Your captain can shape the journey around what you want to see, whether that's a slow loop through the canal belt or a longer run out toward the Amstel River and the seven bridges. A host joins the crew, so you're looked after without having to think about it. The boat comes with a retractable roof for grey days, an onboard toilet, and comfortable seating throughout.
Drinks on Board
You can add unlimited drinks after booking — beer, wine, and soft drinks at twelve euros per person per hour, or a fuller package including spirits at seventeen-fifty. Food is bring-your-own, which suits a group who wants to pick up something good from the city beforehand. Departure is from Amstel 178, central enough to reach easily and to continue wherever you're headed next. A private boat tour amsterdam works well for birthdays, family gatherings, or a work outing that needs to feel a bit less like work. The pricing runs from 275 euros per hour on weekdays, 325 on Saturdays, with a ninety-minute minimum either way.
“The 2 men where great telling us all the history of Amsterdam, would definitely recommend brilliant trip.”
Food & drinks on board
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Cancel at least one month before your booking for a full refund
- Cancel one week to one month before your booking for a 75% refund
- Cancel less than one week before your booking and get no refund
What guests say
Melissa L.
October 2026
“The 2 men where great telling us all the history of Amsterdam, would definitely recommend brilliant trip.”
Kaylee R.
August 2026
“Had an amazing time with Oliva and Larkin!! Amazing people and such an informative tour”
Mary
August 2026
“Hervorragend weil: Unkomplizierte Buchung direkt beim " Kapitän", supernette Guide Constanze, die flexibel die Sehenswürdigkeiten auf Englisch und Deutsch beschrieb inkl. Hintergründe ohne zu überfrachten. Herzlichen Dank”
Benjamin K.
August 2026
“We booked a canal pride boat experience through Get Your Guide with Starboard Boats. The map location sent to by Get Your Guide was incorrect today. We paid almost $400 usd for this and we never got to experience it. After thinking about this for a little bit I think both companies share equal responsibility for the poor communication about the location today. After reading some reviews about Starboard I would say that they seem like a good company. I just wanted to warn people about booking any Amsterdam Pride canal boat VIP experiences through them. If I had seen a review like this I would have booked with a different company.”
M. R.
July 2026
“Great canal cruise with lots of interesting information. Relaxing, well organized, and highly recommended!”
Juan D.
July 2026
Tom D.
July 2026
“Great crew”
Kayra C.B.
July 2026
“Our cruise with Michael as host and Vivien as skipper was extraordinary!!!! At every time we felt secure, welcomed and had a great time! Both were very attentive, friendly, and informative! 11/10, would recommend.”
Nikki B.
July 2026
“Great trip, fabulous hostess, very knowledgable about Amsterdam. Would highly recommend xx”
Tania H.
July 2026
“We had such a great experience with Starboard! The boat tour was fantastic, and our guide was absolutely amazing, friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so much fun. It was a wonderful way to explore Amsterdam. Highly recommend!”
Adriano F.
June 2026
“It was well worth it, in summer choose to do the tour after 6pm, it will still be very light out but the sun will have gone down already. An hour-long tour through several canals of Amsterdam.”
Tiffani H.
June 2026
“So many options to choose from in Amsterdam but we enjoyed this one. It was extremely hot this day but they had water on board and umbrellas to help. We did the unlimited drinks and it was worth it as we both enjoyed 3 beers. It was cool to see the city by boat. Our skipper (forgetting her name) and guide (Stella) were great. Stella is from the states but has been living in Amsterdam a few years now and knew a lot about the city. It was only us and another group of 2 so it was basically a private ride which was really cool as well.”
Yoad D.P.
June 2026
“Great experience professional staff and nice unique way to experience Amsterdam! Highly recommended!”
CJohnson
June 2026
“Great experience and lots of historical information. We ended up getting there 3 minutes before launch without reservations and it went smooth. Drink was included with the 25€ price per person”
Никола Н.
June 2026
Sabin M.
June 2026
“Excellent experience. Edward was an awesome guide, that not only taught us about the city but knew how to answer all of the other questions we had about the city - a well read, funny and careful individual. Thank you! Kees is an amazing skipper who was also calm and collected even with our kids playing around the boat. He also helped 2 passengers get off to make it to an appointment they had”
Billy W.
June 2026
“Had an absolutely fantastic experience with Edward and Julian on the 90 minute unlimited drinks cruise. Best money we spent on our 4 day trip, would highly recommend.”
Alyssa M.
June 2026
“What a wonderful and unforgettable experience! The crew was so lovely, welcoming, and fun! I’ve never laughed so hard. The conversation was great and not only did I learn so much about this city but also about dutch culture which was so refreshing. A shoutout to Boris for making this experience feel so special! You have to take this tour if you are ever visiting, it is definitely a must!”
Maja E.
June 2026
“Best boat ever<3 the captain is a legend”
Ilgaz D.
June 2026
“Our tour boat guides Josha and Toine were so nice and friendly. It was a great experience.”
Who This Is For
Great for
- Groups who want the whole boat to themselves
- Celebrations and group outings (up to 26 guests)
- Rainy days — the boat is covered
Maybe not for
- Anyone hoping to join an existing group — the whole boat is booked at once
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this cruise depart from?
Private Open Boat departs from Amstel 178, 1017 AE Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
This cruise runs for a minimum of 1 hour & 30 mins.
How many people can join this cruise?
Private Open Boat is a private charter for up to 26 guests — you have the whole boat to your own group.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for this private charter start at €408.75.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Onboard Toilet, Roof in case of rain and Host(ess) & Captain.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, there is a toilet on board this cruise.
What happens if it rains?
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Is this an open boat?
Yes, this is an open boat rather than an enclosed one, and it has rain cover for when the weather turns.
How late can I book this cruise?
You can book this cruise up to 48 hours before departure.
Who operates this cruise?
Private Open Boat is operated by Starboard Boats BV and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
What is the cancellation policy for this cruise?
This operator's policy: Cancel at least one month before your booking for a full refund.; Cancel one week to one month before your booking for a 75% refund.; Cancel less than one week before your booking and get no refund..
Can we customize our route, or celebrate a special occasion on board?
Yes — as a private charter, you have the boat to yourselves and can work with the captain on the route within your booked time. Celebrating a birthday or other occasion? Let us know in advance (or in the booking note) and we'll do our best to help set things up.
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About Starboard Boats BV
Starboard Boats BV
Starboard Boats was founded in 2018 by Timo, Guy, Stefan and Wilfred, launching with their first boat, De Manke Monnik, from an office on Amsterdam's Herengracht canal belt. The fleet is now fully electric with partial weather covering and an onboard bar, and every cruise is staffed with both a skipper and a host. Starboard is now part of The Fun Group and rated 4.9/5 on TripAdvisor. Shared cruises run from €18 per person and private charters from €390, departing from Amstel 178 or Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230.
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