Borrow a Boat Netherlands

Borrow a Boat is an online platform connecting renters with private boat owners in the Netherlands. The fleet includes sailboats (from €115–€330+ per day), motorboats (€83–€506+ per day), houseboats (from €116 per day) and speedboats (from €129 per day), available across multiple regions including Friesland, the Ijsselmeer, North Holland, Zeeland and locations such as Drachten, Loosdrecht, Woudsend and Yerseke. Boats range from small canal vessels to luxury yachts for groups of varying sizes and experience levels.

Renting is available in three formats. Bareboat charters allow experienced sailors full control of navigation and itinerary; skippered options pair boats with a professional captain who handles navigation and provides local expertise; fully crewed charters provide complete service including professional crew and meal preparation. An ICC (International Certificate of Competence) is required for bareboat sailing on coastal and inland waters, while skippered and crewed options have no license requirement. Booking involves searching the online inventory, receiving a custom quote from the platform's team, and receiving confirmation from the boat owner within 24 hours.

Payment terms include a 15% down payment option with flexible instalments, full insurance coverage on all boats (additional comprehensive insurance available via Sealogy), and free cancellation up to 30 days before departure on select listings. Operating season runs April through October, with peak rates from June to August. Marina overnight fees, cleaning charges (€110–€550) and security deposits apply. The company arranges airport transfers and skippered services, and lists a 4.7/5 rating based on over 8,500 verified customer reviews.