Hire a boat in Zeeland with or without a licence

Hire a boat in Zeeland with Click&Boat

Would you like to hire a boat in Zeeland? Relax on the waters of Zeeland. hire a boat with Click&Boat and enjoy one or more days or weeks on the water! Click&Boat has an extensive fleet of motorboats, sailing boats, sloops and other types of boats for rent in Zeeland. Get advice from one of our experts and make a choice. On board our boats you enjoy quality, space and comfort. Depending on the length of the rental period, destination, experience and weather conditions, we can provide you with the right boat!

How much does it cost to hire a boat in Zeeland?

The prices for renting a boat depend on a number of factors. It depends on whether you want to sail for a few hours, a day or a week or more on the water. The type of boat also has an influence on the total price. A sloop is cheaper than a large sailing yacht.

In the low season you pay about £600 per week for a small sailboat. You can rent a sloop in Zeeland from £ 180 per day. Prices for a motorboat start from around £325 per day, which equates to £2275 for a whole week.

Which season is the best to hire a boat in Zeeland?

From May to September you have the greatest chance of sunny weather in the Netherlands and therefore also in Zeeland. This is of course perfect for when you go sailing in the province. Keep an eye on the weather forecast these months. It would be a shame if you were sitting on the water in the rain.

What are the best ports in Zeeland?

There are various harbors throughout the province where you can either hire a boat or moor it. The best-known ports are:

• Kortgene
• Het Veerse Meer
• Sint-Annaland
• Cadzand
• Yerserke
• Novi Marine

What to do in Zeeland

You can kite surfing, sailing, sand yachting, surfing, skim boarding, paddle boarding, water skiing here. Zeeland offers plenty of space for adventurous water sports enthusiasts. There are also many options for sailing or sailing with a motorboat. Both on the open sea and on one of the lakes. If you hire a boat in Zeeland you can literally go in any direction! There are numerous sailing routes available.

Cosy harbor towns such as Bruinisse, Vlissingen and Terneuzen are fun to sail to. The Veerse Meer is also a popular destination in Zeeland and very easy to reach. The Veerse Meer is a popular water sports area and ideal for everyone. From professional water sports enthusiasts to families or large groups. The Veerse Meer is a brackish water lake, created by the damming of the Veerse Gat after the installation of the Delta Works.

Start your sailing or sailing holiday in Bruinisse, Yerseke or Kortgene. Discover the Veerse Meer or enjoy an adventurous sailing trip on the waters of Zeeland. The tides, various currents (the Oosterschelde) and sailing traffic must be taken into account! You can often hire a boat in the Netherlands without a boating license. Please note that your experience is a requirement. Instructions and courses are often offered in advance so that you can get on the water without any worries. Would you like to go out to sea? Then you must discuss this with the boat owner in advance!

What are the capacities of the boats?

Motorboats usually have one or two cabins and sleep two to eight people, depending on the size of the boat.

Sailboats can have one or more cabins and sleep two to ten people, depending on the size of the boat.

Catamarans typically have more space than comparable monohull sailboats and offer two or more cabins that sleep four to twelve people.

RIBs (Rigid Inflatable Boats) are usually smaller and have less space than the other types of boats. They usually accommodate up to eight people.

Hire a boat with or without a skipper?

Renting a boat with a skipper can have many advantages, especially if you don't have much experience driving boats. The skipper can help you drive the boat safely and efficiently and you can relax and enjoy the surroundings. In addition, the skipper usually knows a lot about the area and can give you interesting facts and information. However, renting a boat without a skipper can lead to several regulatory issues, such as not having the proper licenses or not knowing the local regulations. It is therefore always wise to think carefully before renting a boat without a skipper and to ensure that you comply with all regulations and safety regulations.

Do you need a boating license?

Depending on the type, you can hire a boat without or with a boat license.

No boating license required: if the boat is smaller than 15 meters and can sail slower than 20 km per hour

Small Boating License 1: is required for boats that can sail faster than 20 km per hour on rivers, canals and lakes.

Small Boating License 2: with this you can sail on the open sea and large inland waterways of the Oosterschelde and Westerschelde

If you hire a boat without a boating license, you do need the necessary knowledge or experience . If you do not have this available, feel free to consult with the boat owner. He or she can provide you with all the necessary information or possibly offer a sailing course.