Amsterdam Light Festival options with Mokumboot
1. Sail yourself | 2. Private boat with skipper
The canals of Amsterdam once again form the backdrop for impressive light art. During the 15th edition of Amsterdam Light Festival, from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, you can discover the city from the water and experience the artworks in a unique way.
At Mokumboot, you can choose between sailing yourself in an electric boat or booking a private cruise with a guide. Whichever option you choose, Mokumboot invites you to rediscover Amsterdam from the water and enjoy a unique festival experience.
Sail yourself – Amsterdam Light Festival
Sail yourselfNavigate yourself past the stunning light artworks and enjoy the magic from the water.
- Sail yourself during light Festival
- Warm blankets on board
- No boating license required
- Maximum 8 people
- Free cancellation
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Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival with Mokumboot
Discover Amsterdam Light Festival from the water and experience how Amsterdam once again becomes a setting for impressive light art. During the 15th edition, local, national and international artists each present their own perspective on the city. From 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, 20 light artworks can be admired along a new route through Amsterdam.
With Mokumboot, you decide how to experience this special event. Sail yourself in an electric boat, or choose a private boat tour with a guide. Rediscover Amsterdam from the water with your own group and at your own pace.
Whether you choose a relaxing boat trip or a personal experience with a guide, Mokumboot lets you experience Amsterdam Light Festival from the water and discover the city from a different perspective.
Our customer experience
We had an amazing tour with a beautiful guide … definitely recommend
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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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Great set up, Lucas was very helpful
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