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Rent a boat with or without captain in Paris, France

with SamBoat. Choose from a wide selection of sailboats, motor boats, RIBs, catamarans, yachts and canal boats. We offer a huge range of boats to hire from 50€/day. With the best offers, SamBoat helps you to find the ideal yacht charter for the perfect vacation.

Houseboat Rental in Paris 

There are no words left to describe the city of Paris. So much has been said about this paradise on earth. it’s an open museum, and the Mecca of art, architecture, and fashion. The capital city of France – is not only the most beautiful city in the world, it’s also the most romantic city. Writers, painters, sculptors, musicians, architects – all the different types of artists have sought and found inspiration for their art in Paris. 

Even for the most avid traveler, Paris is a study that would last many lifetimes. There are a million things to see, do, experience, and learn. It’s indeed an exercise in futility to explore and enjoy Paris in just one visit. A trip to Paris is special, but you know what is better? Seeing, smelling, and feasting on the sights and sounds of Paris on a boat. Renting a canal boat in Paris is a unique experience on the famous Seine River and the many canals and waterways that zigzag through the city. You can easily rent a canal boat and explore the entire area.

A boat rental in Paris assumes a completely new look when you travel around the city on a boat. At night, the Eiffel Tower sparkles like a star and the city becomes more beautiful (if that’s possible). Get aboard a houseboat and take your partner to a romantic sightseeing tour on the Seine River. It will definitely be a memorable experience for everyone. If you hire a boat you can discover many known and some hidden treasures. At every nook and corner there is something to see, hear, and taste in the city and what better way to do it than getting on a Paris canal tour on the Seine River and the Saint-Martin Canal.  

When it comes to when it’s the best time to visit Paris, it's all down to personal preference. Tourists who want to avoid the busiest time, yet want to witness welcoming weather can visit the city from April to June, and during the months of October and November (first half of the month, when the weather is still mild). Holidaymakers planning a budget vacation would find January, February, and early December the best time to visit. For sailing enthusiasts, the ideal sightseeing months are from April to June and from September to early November. Keep in mind that for sailing in France, the hottest months are July and August. The busiest season is from June to mid-September.

If you like Paris you will love Annecy, a little village in the Alps. Rent a boat in Annecy and discover this beautiful village. You might also want to visit other destinations, by renting a boat in Canal du midi for instance.

Boat availability and cost to rent a boat in Paris 

The cost of renting a boat in Paris depends on the season and on the type of boat you like. Typically, during the high season, you will find the highest prices as the demand is high. In order to find the perfect boat for you, we recommend planning your activities and how many people will be there. In general, you can rent a boat in Paris from around 100€/day. 

Do I need a license to rent a boat in Paris? 

In order to drive a boat in Paris, you need to have a coastal license if the motorboat has more than 6 horsepowers. Moreover, a license extension is also required to drive on rivers (fluvial). 

If you don’t have the required documents or don’t have experience to drive a boat, you can choose an option to rent a boat with a captain. In that case, you can just sit back, relax and enjoy the stunning scenery of Paris.