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We had the most wonderful day with Nicola! He was kind, generous, & the very best host to our group. I would highly recommend booking with him if you’re looking for a good time out at sea! I can’t wait ...
Stephane and his boat are a recipe for an amazing day out. We had the fortune to book for an afternoon and had the time of our lives. We explored the underwater museum at Cannes, and several other spots ...
Petfect boat - smooth transfer - good communication
Excellent trip and enjoyed much, Sergio and Claudia have been great hosts!
Amazing day on the water! Pickup and coordinate was seamless and we made several stops at beautiful locations for swimming and a delicious lunch in between. 10/10 and would absolutely repeat and recommend.…
Lovely boat and good communication with Nicolas via Samboat.
Frequently asked questions
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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
In addition, SamBoat offers various optional insurances: cancellation insurance and deposit insurance.
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