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179330 users had an unforgettable experience
4.88/5
Phoenix
Nadine
13 Nov 2024

We had an absolutely fantastic time with Patrick, Linda, and Lindsey. They were very kind and took us snorkeling in two different spots. Linda and Lindsey got in the water with us and helped identify the ...

Aurora Belle
Rudolph
10 - 15 Nov 2024

Boat was in reasonable condition and support was great

Skipping
Maria
10 Nov 2024

Christian was a great skipper! So helpful both leading up to our day at sea in Alicante, and one the day itself. He made us feel safe and secure onboard, while allowing us to make the most of the beautiful ...

Azule
April
13 Nov 2024

Amazing. The crew was very professional and fun. We had a great day and were able to actively participate in the sailing. They shared a lot of local knowledge and were a delight to spend time with. Thank ...

Sail Pride
Martin
03 - 10 Nov 2024

Very good helpful friendly staff

MOIRA
Ak
09 Nov 2024

What a fantastic crew! Had the most fun. It was so easy to communicate with Daniel, who didn't only give me detailed instructions on how to reach to the boat but also modified the timings of my booking ...

179330 users had an unforgettable experience

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing. Can't find the answer you're looking for? Please contact us.
Renting a boat on SamBoat is easy, you just have to search for a boat according to your criteria (destination, type of boat, date, number of passengers, with or without captain...) and select the boat of your choice.

See something you like? You can book online and discuss with the boat owner to arrange the perfect trip at sea!
The rental rate is set freely by the boat owner. This rate depends on the type of boat, its size and the season.

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
A boating license may be required depending on the country and the boat hired.
The amount of the boat deposit is set freely by the owner depending on the type of boat. The deposit is used to pay for damage to the boat, the insurance excess or any damage suffered by the owner. The deposit can be managed freely by the owner directly or via SamBoat.

In addition, SamBoat offers various optional insurances: cancellation insurance and deposit insurance.
To offer your boat for rent on SamBoat, you just have to create an account and then deposit your listing by filling out the form. Submitting a listing is totally free and without obligation. You can modify or delete your listing at any time in the "My Boats" tab. A dedicated team is available to assist you by phone and email.

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