Everything you want to know

Our boats are suitable for groups of 15 to 100 people. Our total capacity is 151 people across 2 boats: De Olifant (up to 100 standing) and the Stelz (up to 51 standing).

The Stelz takes up to 51 people standing and has 35 seats. De Olifant takes up to 100 people standing and has 70 seats. That still leaves plenty of room for standing tables or a bar set-up.

Grote Sloep Amsterdam has 2 boats: De Olifant and the Stelz.

The Stelz is covered. De Olifant is an open boat; if it rains, the cruise may be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the booking.

We do not have a wheelchair lift on board; our skippers support and help guests with limited mobility to get on board.

The Stelz has one toilet on board; De Olifant has two toilets.

Booking is easy via WhatsApp, phone or email. Request your quote and we always respond within a few hours!

The sooner the better — our boats are unique and are often booked (well) in advance.

Always give us a call on +31624776863 to check whether we still have a boat available last minute!

You can put a date on hold, but the booking is only confirmed once a deposit has been paid or the quote has been signed.

Every group size is welcome, although most of our groups have at least 15 people.

That depends on many things — whether you choose a package and how long you want to sail. Request a quote for a quick price indication!

The boat, the skipper, fuel, speaker(s) and a great cruise!

A standard 'boat-only' hire does not include drinks, catering, a tip for the skipper or extras such as ice or decorations.

After confirmation a deposit of €250 is due, with the balance payable no later than 5 days before the cruise. You can pay by bank transfer or in cash to the skipper.

Yes, with VAT itemised; a reference or PO number can be added.

A minimum of 2 hours, 3 hours on average and a maximum of 5 hours.

Shorter is possible, but a minimum of 2 hours is always charged. Extending may be possible by arrangement and subject to availability.

We sail at all reasonable times, 7 days a week.

Yes, every package includes vegetarian options, and all the BBQ meat is halal.

Yes, a host(ess) is available on request!

Our boarding points are: NDSM Wharf, Central Station, EYE Museum and Bimshuis.

We sail on the IJ, the IJhaven, the North Sea Canal and the North Holland Canal.

In consultation with the skipper and depending on the available waterways. Our cruises do not focus on Amsterdam's inner waterways. If you would still like to sail there, we are happy to put you in touch with our regular partners.

That is possible if agreed in advance; some venues require their own mooring arrangements.

Yes, every package includes vegetarian options, and all the BBQ meat is halal.

Yes, a host(ess) is available on request!

There is always a skipper on board with a professional boating licence, extensive experience and all the required papers.

No.

All our boats are CVO certified. This means they meet all safety requirements and regulations, including life jackets, a first-aid kit, fire extinguishers and more.

Yes, but children under 12 must wear a life jacket or be under the direct supervision of an adult.

If it rains, the cruise may be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the booking.

Have you booked a covered boat? Then we do not accept cancellations because of rain. If there is a real storm or visibility is below 500 m, we have to stop the cruise. An open boat can be cancelled up to 48 hours in advance if the forecast is very rainy.

Cruises on the covered boats cannot be cancelled. On the open boats, cancelling because of rain is possible up to 48 hours in advance.

Free of charge up to 7 days in advance, subject to availability.

Yes, this is our speciality — combined with catering, speeches or presentations on board.

Yes, a microphone and speaker are available.

Yes, together with partners for activities and venues we can organise a full or half day of activities.

Absolutely — in recent years we have hosted many weddings and bachelor(ette) parties on board. Heading out on the water together is also a great idea for an anniversary!

Parking in Amsterdam is always tricky, but all our boarding points are very easy to reach by public transport.

Always bring an extra jumper — it always feels colder on the water than it actually is. And don't forget your sunscreen!

Yes, but not too much. So please don't bring too much luggage or belongings.

On the day itself you will be put in touch with the skipper who will host your cruise. Questions not related to the cruise itself can be sent via WhatsApp to +31624776863.