The Netherlands · BOAT TOURS IN GIETHOORN
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 8 boat tours in Giethoorn worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Join Rondvaarten Koppers Giethoorn for a one-hour electric boat cruise through Giethoorn’s canals and out toward a nearby lake. Your Dutch, English, or German-speaking guide explains local traditions and village history, while coffee, tea, or lemonade comes with the ride.
“The guide was super. He was so funny and witty. we had a great tour!”
Travel from Amsterdam to road-free Giethoorn in a coach or minivan, then cruise its canals on a small electric boat you may help steer. Guides such as Cherry, Veronica, and Aku add Dutch history and local tips, with time for lunch, walking, photos, and free exploring.
“We had a great day. Giethoon was very crowded so I would try to go on a weekday if possible. There was not enough participation for what we booked so they upgraded us to a stop at the windmills, cheese tasting and clog making demo also. It was well worth the extra time. There is a 1.5 hour ride to Giethoon from Amsterdam so be prepared for that. They went above and beyond for us to make another appointment and we really appreciated the assistance. Great tour company!”
You’ll cruise Giethoorn’s narrow canals and Weerribben-Wieden lake aboard a quiet electric boat with a captain and multilingual audio guide. Expect thatched 17th and 18th-century homes, low wooden bridges, local history, and weatherproof seating. The tour returns to Dominee T.O. Hylkemaweg 1.
“Man konnte den Kapitän kaum verstehen, Zeiten wurden nicht eingehalten.”
Join Henri Willig for a one-hour cruise through Giethoorn’s canals and across Giethoornse Lake. A live Dutch or English guide explains the village’s past, customs, and waterways. Tom is one guide praised for his warm, informative style. Drinks can be ordered before departure, and cheese tasting is optional.
“Hi , Was a unique experience and the boat guide verry informative and funny as we'll. I recommend it!”
Start on Giethoorn’s Hylkemaweg boulevard with a 1-hour guided cruise through village canals and across the shallow lake. Your English, German, or Dutch-speaking captain explains local sights and history. Then use the supplied map and discounts to explore shops and museums on foot for the rest of your 3-hour ticket.
“Having to pay an extra €4 per person to save €4 at the museum is a real rip-off in my opinion! Because visiting Giethoorn itself is free!!! And the one-hour boat tour only costs €9.75 on site.”
Take a private one-hour cruise from Zuiderpad 14A through Giethoorn’s canals and out onto the lake. A local captain handles the route and explains the village in Dutch, German, or English. You’ll pass thatched cottages, low bridges, swans, and peaceful waterways in a new open-roof boat.
“Great tour. The guide will answer some of the questions you raise. You could actually drive the electric boat yourself without license, but its a little hard to manoeuvre since there were a lot of tourists so a lot of boats going back and forth. I tried one hour each with and without local captain, and it was a complete different experience.”
You steer your own electric sloop through Giethoorn’s village center, lake, and surrounding nature. Koppers Giethoorn provides the boat, cushions, and a paper map, with service in Dutch, English, or German. Plan your own route, stop for coffee, a museum visit, a picnic, or a swim.
“Great! Boat was very nice and comfortable and the checkin and checkout for picking up and dropping off boat was very easy! Recommend”
Ride from Amsterdam Noord to storybook Giethoorn with a return coach, four hours of free time, and an optional one-hour guided canal cruise. English-speaking staff handle the transfer, while you choose between a boat ride, lunch, photos, or a quiet walk through the village.
“It was amazing! giethoorn is like a fairytale and our tour guide was very kind!”
Pick a boat, a windmill or a gallery.
