Maximum 6 people. With 6 people you can all sit very comfortably.
Ahoy,
Great that you're going sailing!
But before you take the helm, here are a few practical (and fun) tips to help make your trip go smoothly.
Our tips for departure:
- Download our boating map and watch the instructional video. This way, you’ll sail like a true Mokum captain smoothly through the city.
- Deposit: Upon departure, we ask for a deposit of 100 euros, payable by debit or credit card.
- Children on board? No worries, life jackets for children are available at all our locations.
- Music on board: Amplified music is prohibited on the canals. So, you can leave your speaker at home.
- Amsterdam is for all of us, so keep it friendly: sail relaxed, be considerate of the neighborhood, and make it a wonderful day together.
Our tips for a great day
- Check the weather beforehand! Bring a jacket, sunscreen, and a cap. You know the drill.
- Check out the best boating routes via this link.
- Make content & win! Capture your best moment on camera, post it on Instagram or TikTok, and tag @mokumboot. The most beautiful, funniest, or most creative submission wins a free 2-hour boat trip to do it all over again!
- Be kind to the next captain and give them a great trip too. So, make sure to return to the dock on time.
The most fun boating routes
As captain of your own boat, you’ll discover Amsterdam at its most beautiful. But where will you go? We’ve already selected a few of the best routes for you.
TIP: You’ll be sailing through the most beautiful city in the world (we think so, anyway). So, capture your adventure, share it on social media, and tag @mokumboot. Who knows, you might see yourself on our feed, or you could be sailing with us again soon!
Got a celebration to plan? We also have larger boats (with a skipper!) for groups, corporate outings, birthdays, or bachelor parties. All you need to do is hop on, and we’ll take care of the rest.
Want to know more? Check out our offerings for groups and events.
Sit back & relax
Craving even more sailing? Check out our guided boat tours! Perfect for those who want to learn more about the city without having to steer themselves. Cheese on board? Bubbly? We got you.
Book a spot on our Cheese & Cheers Cruise or Bubbles & Bites: ideal for date nights, friend groups, or a birthday toast with a view.
Bubbles & Bites Canal Cruise Amsterdam
Special EditionRelax, toast, and indulge in Amsterdam’s iconic tastes while drifting past its most breathtaking canal-side sights.
- luxury classic tugboat
- duration: 75 minutes
- including bites
- unlimited bubbles, beer, wine & soft drinks
- local skipper and guide
- Free Cancellation
Good to know
The batteries last all day, so you can sail for at least 10 hours without any worries!
Unfortunately, that’s not possible because we have to adhere to our mooring permits, which have a maximum limit per pickup location.
The boats go approximately 6 km/h, this is the maximum permitted speed in Amsterdam.
No, a boating license is not required.
You don’t need any experience. The boats are easy to operate. We will explain everything calmly before you start sailing.
Yes, that is certainly allowed. Picnic on board! When using alcohol, remember that the captain must remain sober at all times.
Yes, we have a clear sailing map of the Amsterdam canals full of useful tips and routes.
Yes, when boarding we ask you for a deposit of €100. You can pay this, together with the rent, with both a debit and credit card. Cash is not accepted.
How does your deposit system work?
The functioning of our deposit system varies based on how you have made your boat reservation. There are 2 possible scenarios in which you have made your reservation with us.
- Scenario 1: You have pre-booked and paid your boat through our online booking system.
- Scenario 2: You have rented a boat via phone, email, or in-person, and thus, no advance payment was made through our online reservation system.
Scenario 1
You have already made your payment online in advance and so you will only need to provide a deposit upon your arrival at the location. The deposit is held through a card reservation. A card reservation means that you have authorized the payment, and the funds will remain in your account but won’t be immediately available for other transactions. Rest assured that if there are no disputes or issues, the card reservation will automatically be released after 24 hours. This process is the opposite of what occurs in scenario 2, where the payment is actually captured.
Scenario 2
You have rented a boat through phone, email, or on-site, and did not make the payment online using our reservation system. In this case, you are requested to pay both the rent and the deposit in a single transaction as our payment service provider requires the complete amount to be processed in one go. After capture, the payment will be divided into two parts: 1) the rental fee for the boat, and 2) the deposit. The deposit will be refunded automatically after capture if there is no dispute whatsoever. Usually this entire process will take 3-5 business days. For further questions, please email to info@mokumboot.nl.
- Always sail starboard (right)
- The maximum allowed speed is 6 km per hour. This is faster than a pedestrian, but slower than a cyclist
- Commercial vessels, such as tour boats, always have priority
- Be clear in the course you are sailing
- Approach bridges so that you are visible to any oncoming traffic
- It is forbidden to drive a boat under the influence of alcohol
- Causing nuisance is not allowed (including music and shouting)
- Music on board is not allowed
- Prohibited sailing areas are: the IJ, Harbor area, Nieuwe Herengracht, Route Westerkanaal, Kostverlorenvaart, Schinkel (crossing the water is allowed)
- Mooring to trees, under or to bridges and where this is indicated by a prohibition sign is not allowed
- Provide good lighting at dusk or in the dark so that your vessel is clearly visible
- Never take risks, safety comes first
- Is your question not listed? Call or email us!
