Your Vacation Price Take advantage of our low deposits and secure your boating vacation today with just a 25% deposit. 2nd payment (up to 50%) is due by December 31st, 2024. Balance due 90 days before departure. Gold Trusted Service Award Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience. Rosette With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water. Boat We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people. Life buoy That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
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How to price your boating vacation

Our pricing, made easy!

To make working out the end cost of your vacation easy, we have broken down all the costs you will need to consider, into three simple sections.

1. Costs when you book…

Boat cost

The vacation prices shown on this website are for the rental of one boat for the duration specified, regardless of how many people intend to travel. Any applicable offers, unless a specific promotion code is required, are automatically applied. 

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Other optional costs

We have many optional extras available to help make your vacation more easy, comfortable and fun. You can purchase these when you initially book your vacation, or you can add them on any time afterwards. These can even be purchased when you arrive at the base to begin your cruising vacation. However, we do recommend that you book any extras before you travel, as some extras may not be available at such short notice and the price may increase. If you want to find out more about adding an extra just give us a call and speak to one of our boating experts, who will advise you on what’s available and arrange everything. Visit our extras page for more information.

Your Vacation Price

Damage Liability Reduction (DLR)

When you collect your boat at the start of your vacation, you must pay a refundable Damage Deposit (see below). If you lose or damage your boat your liability is limited to the amount collected. However, you can siginificantly reduce the amount of deposit required, and thus your liability, by purchasing a non-refundable Damage Liability Reduction (DLR).

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Vacation extras

Optional add-ons you can purchase include:

  • Bikes
  • Barbecues & lanterns
  • Deck cushions
  • Groceries*
  • Early check-in & late check-out
  • Wi-fi
  • Angling dinghy 
  • Stand-up paddle boards
  • And more…

Please note that not all extras are available at all bases. All Liberty boat bookings include selected holiday extras free of charge. 

2. Costs at the base…

When you arrive, our base staff look forward to welcoming you to their cruising region and aim to make your arrival and vacation as smooth and enjoyable as possible. The reception team are also required to take a Fuel Deposit and a Damage Deposit from you by way of a credit card.

Collision Damage Waiver
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3. If and when needed…

You’ll need to plan for travel costs, personal insurance as well a few smaller costs that you might encounter during your vacation.

Don't forget your flights!
Other costs to consider
Remember to take out insurance

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Browse our destination pages. When you have found the boating region that is perferct for you, book your boat at the bottom of that page.

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Browse our boat pages. When you have found the boat that is perferct for your party, book your boating region at the bottom of that page.

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See all available booking combinations by boating region, using the filters to refine your search.

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If you are not ready to search for your perfect holiday, please do explore our houseboat rental inspiration page, or check out our latest special offers.