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We had a great day. Our skipper was Rocco. Rocco was amazing, provided us with local history as we departed and suggested a perfect route, somewhere to eat, was both chatty but also gave ...
Excellent experience, great 5m boat, fully equipped for a fantastic day out (snorkel kits, Bluetooth soeaker, cool box with ice), clear explanation on how and where to drive the license-less boat. 4h slot ...
An Unforgettable Experience with Captain Walter Our trip with Walter was fantastic. He greeted us warmly on his spotless, well-kept boat, immediately putting us at ease. Walter’s deep knowledge of the ...
daniel and carlos were fantastic hosts. truly memorable experience that everyone should have, couldn’t reccomend it more
We had a lovely day out with our skipper Alex. Having been on lots of boats around the island I would suggest asking if you can possibly see some more locations throughout the day, as we only had 3 stops.…
We had a really enjoyable day on Lake Annecy. Mavrick provided good communication throughout. Was a real highlight of our trip and wake boarding was a real bonus. The boat had plenty of space and seating ...
Frequently asked questions
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On average, a motorboat rental costs about 300 euros per day (excluding fuel). 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 skipper, it will cost you on average 200 € per day. Fuel is also often extra.
- If you do not have a license, it is possible to rent a boat with a skipper. The skipper will be responsible for steering the boat and taking you to the best sailing spots.
- If you rent a motorboat without a skipper, 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
In addition, SamBoat offers various optional insurances: cancellation insurance and deposit insurance.
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