Houseboat rentals – Canal boat vacations by Le Boat
Who’s on board?
Market leaders
We’re the No.1 provider of houseboat vacations on the beautiful rivers, lakes and canals of Europe and Canada. We have the world’s largest fleet of luxury houseboats and the widest choice of fabulous boating destinations to choose from.
Houseboat industry experts
With over 50 years experience on the water, we’ve been doing this for a long time. You can rely on us to offer exceptional service and a wealth of helpful advice and knowledge to make boat hire a breeze and ensure you have the best vacation.
No license or experience required
Never handled a boat? You don’t need a license or prior experience to be the captain of your own houseboat. Our base teams will show you everything you need to know before you set off safely on your houseboat cruise.
The early bird catches the best price
Book now to have the lowest price guaranteed for your 2026 boating vacation adventure.
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Never been on a boating vacation?
We’ll brief you, show you the ropes and give you the support you need – anyone can do it.
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Discover our houseboats categories
Premier
Our exclusive Horizon fleet features an impressively spacious top deck complete with a barbecue hotplate and cool box as standard.
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Comfort Plus
Spacious interiors have been designed with modernity and quality in mind to allow you to cruise in style.
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Comfort
Good-quality, stylish and well-equipped boats of varying ages, designs and styles.
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Budget
Our ‘much-loved classics’. Traditional décor and basic features and fittings, clean and superbly maintained boats for a no-frills boating experience.
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We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, which means we can cater to pretty much every party size, budget and expectation.
All boats are available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleep between 2-12 people.
Compare boatsThinking of owning a boat? If you’re a regular boater and have the money to invest, our Boat Ownership Program is packed with benefits and could be a great option for you!
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FAQs
No license is generally needed for our cruises. We will issue you with a temporary permit when you arrive. However, some spots in Germany might have different rules and require a license. Check the cruise details or contact us to find out if this applies to your trip. We’re happy to help with any questions to make sure you have a great time cruising!
Where you can moor your boat depends on where you’re cruising. You can usually moor wherever you like on most canals, but some rivers require you to use specific pontoons or ports.
Of course! We recommend a maximum of two dogs on our boats, but please be aware that there’s an extra cleaning charge. Most boats are fine for small dogs, but some with ladders might be tricky for dogs that have trouble getting around.
For bigger dogs, we recommend boats that are easy to jump on and off of, such as Salsa, Tango, Calypso, and all Vision fleet boats. Check out our boat pages for images and virtual tours, and contact our sales team for further advice.
Join our Boat Ownership Program and experience the joy of boat ownership without the hassle. We manage the rentals, allowing you to enjoy complimentary boating vacations across Europe and Canada while generating rental income. Become a Le Boat Owners Club member and unlock exclusive benefits, making boat ownership truly effortless and rewarding.
