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203228 users had an unforgettable experience
4.88/5
Private speedboat tour
Niels
12 Jun 2026

We were with a group of 10 people from Amsterdam, without saying a word they know exactly how to match our level of crazyness, literally everything was possible. They brought us to some good places and ...

Croisière privée escale du Louvre 75001
Océane
13 Jun 2026

Super moment ️

Brand New Mercan Excursion 34 Private Speedboat Tour
Beatrice
12 Jun 2026

Everything was great, and communication was easy. The service, boat, and captain were all amazing. I would definitely recommend booking your boat trip or experience with Antonio.

Marinello - Eden 18
Tomer
14 Jun 2026

Renting a boat from Giorgio was the absolute highlight of our time on Lake Como! He arrived perfectly on time with a warm smile. Before we took the boat out, he took the time to chat with us and share ...

Gulet KelSea
Mattea
13 Jun 2026

I booked a boat with Kurt for a Bachelor and Bachelorette celebration. Although I wasn't able to attend myself, all of my friends had an amazing day out on the boat and spoke very highly of the experience. From ...

Op Marine 19
Emiliano
13 Jun 2026

Stefania was awesome, getting in touch to cover every need ahead of time. The guys that handle the boat were top notch as well making sure to get every detail covered. Couldn’t imagine a better way to ...

203228 users had an unforgettable experience

Frequently asked questions

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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