Houseboat rental with or without license

Charter a houseboat with or without captain

The perfect boat for your river cruises

If you're looking to sail down different rivers in complete comfort, then a houseboat is the ideal boat for you. If you're with family or friends, you can easily enjoy the calm and comfortable waters of river sailing. In Europe, there are more than 18,000 km of waterways, which makes it the perfect destination for houseboats. Some houseboats can accommodate up to 12 people comfortably.

Where to rent a houseboat?

The rental of houseboats and pontoons are becoming more and more popular around the world. As of now, France is the world's leading destination in Europe. With over 6,000km of waterways to explore, you can find a region that suits your needs. For example, French houseboat rental is most popular in:

• The canal of Nantes in Brest

• Le canal du Midi

• The Seine in Paris
   

SamBoat also offers a selection of houseboats in popular destinations abroad like Amsterdam.

Do you need a license to rent a houseboat?

To navigate canals, it is necessary to have an inland waterways navigation license if the power of the boat is greater than 6hp.This obligation does not apply in the rental of boats less than 15m, which have a lower horsepower. There are still several houseboats you can rent without a license. We suggest you contact us directly or the port authority to ensure that you have valid qualifications to rent a boat without captain.

Renting a houseboat with or without captain

Samboat offers houseboat rentals for all of your trips including day excursions, nights on the docks, weekend with friends or river cruises. With the largest houseboat inventory in France and Europe, you'll be sure to find the boat that fits your project perfectly. Houseboat rentals are available for a week or a simple night with friends and family, Samboat offers you a large selection with or without captain. If you're looking for a different boat, try a catamaran, sailboat or even rent a motor boat.