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207228 users had an unforgettable experience
4.88/5
Zouni
Nemanja
18 Jul 2026

Our experience with Yanis was very good. He is extremely professional and pleasant. He explained the basics of boat management very well and gave advice on sailing and where to stay. Every recommendation, ...

Merry Fisher 795
Bruno
18 Jul 2026

Everything was great. Boat owners were nice and easy to communicate with, they helped us sail out and sail in. Boat was clean, well equipped and we had no issues with it, loved it. Thank you so much!

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Jonathan
16 Jul 2026

Excellent ! Alan was perfect he explained everything and also the best spots and to it’s to take. Very kindly we have on the freezer beers, water and soda! I recommend 100% and would tent again there!…

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Gabriel
15 Jul 2026

Awesome experience, our skipper Roberto was truly the best. Everyone loved the experience and the day. Roberto went above and beyond to offer us a great day. 5 stars all day long.

Meraki of London
Stefan
11 - 18 Jul 2026

The boat was clean and in good shape. everything was functioning as it should. All people involved were very respectful, responsive and respectful.

Capelli 500
Geert
18 Jul 2026

All perfect, no remarks. Friendly, on time, good boat.

207228 users had an unforgettable experience

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Everything you need to know about the product and billing. Can't find the answer you're looking for? Please contact us.
Renting a boat on SamBoat is easy, you just have to search for a boat according to your criteria (destination, type of boat, date, number of passengers, with or without captain...) and select the boat of your choice.

See something you like? You can book online and discuss with the boat owner to arrange the perfect trip at sea!
The rental rate is set freely by the boat owner. This rate depends on the type of boat, its size and the season.

On average, a motorboat rental costs about 300 euros per day (excluding gas). A sailboat is generally rented by the week, it is necessary to count on average 2 400 € for a monohull and 4 300 € for a catamaran.

If you want a captain, it will cost you on average 200 € per day. Gas is also often extra.
  • If you do not have a license, it is possible to rent a boat with a captain. The captain will be responsible for steering the boat and taking you to the best sailing spots.
  • If you rent a motorboat without a captain, you must have a boat license in most destinations.
  • To rent a sailboat, some countries require a license and others don't. Please check before renting
A boating license may be required depending on the country and the boat hired.
The amount of the boat deposit is set freely by the owner depending on the type of boat. The deposit is used to pay for damage to the boat, the insurance excess or any damage suffered by the owner. The deposit can be managed freely by the owner directly or via SamBoat.

In addition, SamBoat offers various optional insurances: cancellation insurance and deposit insurance.
To offer your boat for rent on SamBoat, you just have to create an account and then deposit your listing by filling out the form. Submitting a listing is totally free and without obligation. You can modify or delete your listing at any time in the "My Boats" tab. A dedicated team is available to assist you by phone and email.

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