Schollevaar - Amsterdam Light Festival
Restored 1912 electric boat with sunroof saloon and bar, private for up to 8
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What guests loved most
Shannon L.
“Very happy we chose this company for a late night cruise. Excellent Captain. Intimate, small-group…”
From €477.05
·2 hours
About this tour
All ages • 2 hours • Max 8 Guests • Beautiful renovated salon boat from 1912
Schollevaar is a salon boat built in 1912 and relaunched in 2019 as a fully electric canal cruiser. She is 11.3 metres long, with teak decking, white leather couches, an open seating area outside, an indoor saloon with an open-air sun roof, a self-service bar and a toilet.
The Light Festival from the water
This is a private charter of Schollevaar during the 15th edition of the Amsterdam Light Festival, from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027. The artworks are lit every evening from 16:30 to 23:00 (until 21:00 on 31 December). The boat takes up to 8 guests and leaves from Keizersgracht 106. Stay in the heated saloon when it is cold, or step out on the open deck for an unobstructed view of the artworks.
Good to know
The cruise is in English or Dutch. Please be at the dock 5 minutes before departure. The Pure Boats office at Keizersgracht 92H is close to the dock. Pets are welcome on private cruises. Bring something for your pet to sit on. Drinks are not part of the boat price. When you book you can add an open bar, champagne or catering. Order brunch, lunch or dinner at least 24 to 48 hours before departure.
Cancelling and changing the date
These are the Pure Boats terms for private cruises. If you cancel up to 4 weeks before departure, 10% of the total price is charged. From 4 to 2 weeks before it is 25%, from 2 to 1 week before 50%, from 7 to 2 days before 75%, and within 48 hours the full price. You can change the date for free if the new cruise date is at least 2 weeks after you ask. Between 2 weeks and 48 hours before departure, changing the date costs EUR 100. Full terms: pureboats.com/terms-conditions.pdf.
“Lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Bookings/arrangements all completed via email & all happened as agreed. Service fantastic. Boat - Lucy - was beautiful. Thank you.”
Food & drinks on board
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation up to 28 days before the departure day
- Change time up to 14 days before departure
- Change guests up to 24 hours before departure
- Private cruise, set by Pure Boats: cancel up to 4 weeks before departure and 10% of the total price is charged; 4 to 2 weeks before, 25%; 2 to 1 week before, 50%; 7 to 2 days before, 75%; within 48 hours, the full price. Changing the date is free when the new cruise date is at least 2 weeks after your request. Between 2 weeks and 48 hours before departure the fee is EUR 100. Full terms: pureboats.com/terms-conditions.pdf
What guests say
Shannon L.
August 2026
“Very happy we chose this company for a late night cruise. Excellent Captain. Intimate, small-group boat. Seeing the other company boat designs and sizes sailing in the canals, this was definitely higher quality than most.”
Jacqueline L.
August 2026
“Lovely way to spend a Sunday morning. Bookings/arrangements all completed via email & all happened as agreed. Service fantastic. Boat - Lucy - was beautiful. Thank you.”
Astrid L.
August 2026
“What a fantastic afternoon on the Danique! We live in Amsterdam ourselves, so you’d think we’ve seen the canals by now… but apparently not like this 😄 We had such a fun mix of Londoners and Americans on board, amazing weather, seriously good drinks and delicious sharing platters. But the absolute star of the tour was our skipper Floris — he was BRILLIANT! He seems to know absolutely everything about Amsterdam, including all the weird, funny little details you never hear about. And while casually telling us all these stories, he was navigating the Danique through the canals — half the time backwards — as if it was the easiest thing in the world 😂 Great atmosphere, great boat, great food & drinks and an even better skipper. Even as Amsterdammers, we absolutely loved it. Highly recommend!”
Kristie C.
August 2026
“The cruise was exactly what we were looking for. Beautiful boat, awesome captain and just the right amount of history and information.”
Stacy U.
August 2026
“We loved it! Highly recommend.”
MEK
August 2026
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August 2026
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August 2026
Ruth G.
August 2026
“Really pleasant two hour canal tour with Jarmo. Personable style as a guide and a clear love for the city and its culture and history. Easily one of the best ways to see the city and one of the best tour companies to do it with!”
Maureen D.
August 2026
“Fantastic experience with Pure Boats. From booking, to the sweet receptionist at check-in, to the cruise itself - super simple, so enjoyable! We did a private cruise with Arthur and loved every minute! Arthur was prompt to meet us and really personable & enjoyable to spend the evening with. He was also very informative as he navigated us beautifully through the channel. And he knew the perfect spots to capture great family photos! TEN STARS! Thank you Pure Boats and thank you, Arthur for a most memorable night!”
Maureen M.
August 2026
“Pure Boats is a high quality operation. We thoroughly enjoyed our private canal cruise with Captain Pauline. She gave us just the right blend of pointing things out and leaving us to relax. The cheese board and apple pie were excellent! The boat was beautiful and clean and the views breathtaking. We thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend this company. Thank you! It was one of the highlights of our trip.”
Susan W.
August 2026
“We enjoyed a relaxing, informative and fun early evening cruise with Captain Rick and his crew on the beautiful new Stan Huygens. This was our second Ultimate Canal Cruise with Pure Boats and we highly recommend it!”
Kristi G.
August 2026
“We had a fabulous time -- Pauline was GREAT and the boat was lovely. This is a must-do in Amsterdam and we'll recommend Pure Boats.”
Yuliya B.
August 2026
Tim N.
August 2026
“Superb tours, on small, electric boats with fun, knowledgeable guides. Perhaps a little more expensive than some other operators, but certainly worth the difference! We went in the middle of a really hot day, but there was plenty of shade and good breeze 😎”
Jane L.
August 2026
“Captain "mouse in the house" was terrific and we had a wonderful canal ride. It's a special way to see this beautiful city and Pure Boats was the best!”
JJ S.
August 2026
“We really enjoyed our evening cruise with Captain Maus! 🐭 Fun commentary, and mostly quiet time. Some good cheese and grapes to nosh on. A wonderful perspective to see the city!”
Donnie T.
August 2026
“Professional company, beautiful boat. “Captain Mouse in the House” was a wonderful tour guide!”
Alex W.
August 2026
“Captain Mouse was great. Very hospitable and funny. We had a great time.”
Elijah J.
August 2026
“The best canal cruise experience in Amsterdam! My wife booked us a private tour during Amsterdam’s golden hour and it was truly magical. Shoutout to Captain Oeken as he really did create the best experience for us, giving us many interesting bits of info of this wonderful city while also giving us the space to relax and enjoy the serenity of the cruise as a couple. Would recommend anyone visiting Amsterdam to Pure Boats!”
Who This Is For
Great for
- Groups who want the whole boat to themselves
- Celebrations and group outings (up to 8 guests)
- Winter and rainy days — the boat is covered and heated
- Visitors who want to see the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water
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?
Schollevaar - Amsterdam Light Festival departs from Keizersgracht 106, Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
The cruise lasts 2 hours.
How many people can join this cruise?
Schollevaar - Amsterdam Light Festival is a private charter for up to 8 guests — you have the whole boat to your own group.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for this private charter start at €470.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Onboard Bar, Onboard Toilet, Roof in case of rain and Heated.
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.
Is the boat heated?
Yes, this boat has heating on board, which keeps it comfortable in colder weather.
Can I bring my dog on this cruise?
Yes, this cruise is pet-friendly, so your dog is welcome on board.
Who operates this cruise?
Schollevaar - Amsterdam Light Festival is operated by Pure Boats and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
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About Pure Boats
Pure Boats
Pure Boats was founded in Amsterdam in 2017 by James, Nick and Geertje — three former superyacht designers who set out to build a boutique, personal alternative to Amsterdam's big tour boats. The fleet has grown from one restored boat, Geertje, to six named vessels — Geertje, Schollevaar, Pure Spirit, Stan Huygens, Lucy and Danique — each electric and hand-restored, some over a century old. Onboard catering is locally sourced, and the company has won a Prestige Award for Unique Boat Tour of the Year and TripAdvisor's Best of the Best. Shared cruises run from €47 per person and private charters from €290, departing from Keizersgracht 106.
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