
Rent an electric sloop in Giethoorn from €70 for 2 hours and explore the village and De Wieden nature reserve from the water. Our electric sloops are suitable for up to 5 or 6 people. Thanks to the quiet electric motor, you can cruise comfortably through the canals of Giethoorn and enjoy the surroundings at your own pace.
Cruise through the village, moor the sloop for lunch by the water or visit a museum. You can rent a sloop for a minimum of 2 hours, part of the day, a full day or several days.

When people think of whisper boats and electric sloops, they often think of Giethoorn. These boats are easy to operate and are ideal for discovering the village from the water.
Our sloops are spacious, stable and have a flat bottom. They are suitable for up to 5 or 6 people. This makes them perfect for a day out with friends, family or colleagues.
With a fully charged battery, you can cruise for approximately eight hours. This gives you plenty of time to explore Giethoorn and De Wieden at a relaxed pace.
Boat Rental Giethoorn
Binnenpad 42
8355 BS Giethoorn
Email: info@geythorn.nl
Tel: 0521 361 954
Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 09:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 09:00 – 18:00
Friday: 09:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 09:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 09:00 – 18:00
Many of the canals in Giethoorn are approximately one metre deep. Renting a sloop is therefore also suitable for families with young children.
There is enough space in the sloop for a stroller, buggy or Maxi-Cosi. These can be placed safely on the floor of the boat. Children without a swimming certificate are always provided with a life jacket for their safety.
The cost of renting a sloop depends on the type of boat and the selected rental period. Below you will find an indication of the starting prices.
| Rental Period | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| 2 hours | €70 |
| Full day | €195 |
It is also possible to rent a sloop for several days. An indication of the multi-day rental prices is shown below. For a multi-day booking, please contact us at info@geythorn.nl.
| Rental Period | Times | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend | Friday 15:00 to Monday 10:30 | €475 |
| Midweek | Monday 10:30 to Friday 17:30 | €575 |
| Week | From 10:30 on the collection day until 17:30 on the return day | €775 |
We do everything we can to provide you with a relaxing day of sloop cruising in Giethoorn. You can add several extras to your reservation:
These extras allow you to enjoy a complete and carefree day on the water.
Cruise through Giethoorn in an electric sloop and discover why the village is known as the Venice of the North. The characteristic bridges, thatched-roof farmhouses and many canals make Giethoorn unique.
All our sloops come with a route map of Giethoorn. This makes it easy to find your way through the village and towards De Wieden nature reserve.
Before you depart, our staff will clearly explain how to operate the sloop. The electric motor and steering wheel are easy to use, and no boating licence is required.
In addition to our electric sloops, we offer several other options for boat rental in Giethoorn:
You can rent a sloop in Giethoorn from €70 for 2 hours. A full-day rental starts at €195. The exact price depends on the type of sloop and the selected rental period.
A whisper boat has a simpler design and is usually controlled directly using a rotating electric motor. A sloop offers more comfort and is controlled with a steering wheel. A whisper boat is generally less expensive. A full-day sloop rental starts at €195, while a full-day whisper boat rental starts at €75.
No boating licence is required for our sloops. The boats are easy to operate. In the Netherlands, a boating licence is required for boats longer than 15 metres or capable of travelling faster than 20 kilometres per hour. Neither applies to our sloops.
We rent two different types of electric sloops. One is suitable for up to 5 people and the other for up to 6 people.