Also possible in winter
Salonboat Rotterdam
On a saloon boat you sail with 10 to 50 people across the Maas, along the Erasmus Bridge and the Kop van Zuid. The boat is private, covered and heated, incl. skipper and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Request a quote without obligation.
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Limited availability
in June & July
Salonboat Rotterdam
Are you looking for a nice idea for a cruise? How about a unique location on the water in Rotterdam?
On a saloon boat you sail with 10 to 50 people across the Maas, along the Erasmus Bridge and the Kop van Zuid. The boat is private, covered and heated, incl. skipper and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Request a quote without obligation.
You enjoy, we take care of the rest
No surprises afterwards. Appointment is appointment, you can always count on that with us.
All-in rates
Each package includes unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea. You can always expand with bubbles, cocktails or snacks.
Inc. skipper
Each cruise includes nautical crew and catering staff. You don't have to have a license and no one has to be behind the bar.
Indoor
All boats can sail covered, but also have an open deck or outdoor area. The weather doesn't determine your party.
100% private
No standard sightseeing boat among the tourists. Only your company, your music and your own chosen route.
Three steps on board

Request a quote
Enter date, group size and type of outing. That's all we need.
2 min

Customized proposal
You will receive a free quote including availability, tailored to your wishes.
within 24 hours

Sail & enjoy
You step on board and we take care of the skipper, the bar and the atmosphere
unforgettable
Wide choice of boat types
The tour we offer is always a private cruise with skipper. So you are not on a tour boat among the tourists and we do not use standard tour boats. Below you will find the boats you can choose from for your baby shower in Rotterdam.
Also covered!
Private boat
Luxury sloop
(15-150 people)
This spacious sloop offers all the comfort you need for an unforgettable day on the water. With modern facilities, spacious seating, this is the ideal choice for large groups such as: company outings or family celebrations.
From 1 hour
From € 165,-
Inc. beer, wine and soda.
10 to 60 people
Maas Van Rotterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
No
Okay
Okay
Private boat
Drinks boat
(25-50 people)
Drinks boats are smaller than the passenger boats and have a more classic look inside. A drink boat is always covered. Some of our boats have an outside deck.
From 2.5 hours
Boat rental from € 325,-
Drinks from € 7,95
25 to 100 people
Port of Rotterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
Okay
Okay
Okay
Private boat
Passenger ship XL
(50-250 people)
Do you want a fantastic boat trip for a large group? Music, entertainment or decoration. Everything is possible for an unforgettable cruise on the IJ. Celebrate your party or event in a unique location with a fantastic atmosphere.
from 4 o'clock
Boat rental from € 450,-
Drinks from € 9,95
50 to 250 people
Port of Rotterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
Okay
Okay
Okay
Private boat
Event ship
(250-700 people)
Do you want to organize a big event or a big company outing? With one of our event ships you will lack nothing. Here, too, we can provide entertainment, decoration and of course food.
from 4 o'clock
Boat rental from € 960,-
Drinks from € 9,95
250 to 700 people
Port of Rotterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
Okay
Okay
Okay
The most popular outings at the moment
Price & Availability
Do you want more information about the price, availability and possibilities? Request a free quote or contact us.
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Feel free to call us
010 322 00 42
What do guests say about us?
Our customers
The classic saloon boat on the Meuse
A saloon boat is a classically built boat with a wooden saloon, windows all around and heating on board. The Rotterdam fleet of Event op het Water consists of larger boats than those in Amsterdam or Utrecht, because the Maas and the harbor are wide and busy. Open sloops do not sail there. The small saloon boat is therefore the most intimate boat in the Rotterdam offer.
While the barge and the passenger ship revolve around volume, the saloon boat revolves around atmosphere. A company of fifteen people sits in the salon close to each other, with a view of the water on both sides. That works better at a dinner, a board meeting or a birthday than a half-filled big boat.
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& # 8220; We have had a very nice baby shower with my family and friends. As a pregnant woman have sailed through the canals of Amsterdam. Luckily we had wonderful weather and the baby shower decoration was beautiful. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly prepared BBQ and delicious chilled drinks.
Really recommended to go boating with Event on the Water for my pregnant girlfriend! Babyshower high tea during the cruise at one of the babyshower locations”
For which group is a saloon boat suitable?
10 to 15 people
The saloon boat is the best choice in Rotterdam for this group size. Depart from the Boompjeskade, sail under the Erasmus Bridge and look out over the Kop van Zuid. A cruise of 1.5 to 2 hours is common for a birthday, a small team building or a family outing. Check out the options on Rotterdam Canal Cruise.
15 to 25 people
The saloon boat also sails comfortably with 25 people. The salon is covered and heated, with a bar and seating at tables. This occupation suits a company drink, a baby shower or one birthday with family and friends.
From 25 persons
Above 25 people, Event op het Water recommends the borrelboot, with space for 25 to 100 people and a more spacious outer deck. From 50 people the passenger ship sails, up to 700 people the event ship. Compare the entire fleet Boat Rental Rotterdam.
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What is included with a saloon boat?
- Experienced skipper with knowledge of the Meuse and the port
- Catering staff serving on board
- Unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea
- Covered and heated salon with seating
- Bar on board
You can optionally book Food with: snacks, a lunch buffet, a walking dinner or a dinner with several courses. All prices include VAT and are fixed in the quotation.
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Sailing routes with a saloon boat in Rotterdam
Events on the Water do not have fixed routes. The skipper agrees in advance how long you sail and which way you go. These directions are most popular with a saloon boat:
- Along the Erasmus Bridge and the Kop van Zuid. From the Boompjeskade you are at the bridge in five minutes. A 1.5-hour tour shows the Wilhelminapier, the Market Hall and the skyline.
- Across the Maas from Rotterdam. This route leads past the ferry port, the Rijnhaven and the Maashaven, towards the island of Brienenoord. Count on 2 hours. More on this canal cruise over the Maas.
- Through the Port of Rotterdam. You sail past the Dock Port, the work port and the sea vessels of the Port Authority. View the port of Rotterdam.
- Towards the lift and the cockpit. Via the Willemsbrug eastwards, along the de Hef railway bridge and the stadium, to the Van Brienenoord Bridge.
Are you with less than 10 people? Then book a single ticket on a shared cruise via tickets Rotterdam.
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Saloon boat or bubble boat?
Both boats sail covered over the Maas and through the harbor. The saloon boat starts from 10 people and has a classic interior with tables. The drinks boat starts from 25 people, has a larger bar and often an outside deck. Choose the saloon boat with a seated party, and the borrelboot Rotterdam with a standing drink.
Is your outing about food or party? The BBQ boat Rotterdam sailing with a grill on board, the pizzaboot Rotterdam serves fresh pizza’s, and the party boat Rotterdam has a DJ and a dance floor.
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How much does a salon boat cost in Rotterdam?
The rates depend on the sailing time and the type of boat. All prices are per person including VAT, skipper, service and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.
|
Duration |
Boat type |
From p.P. incl. VAT |
|
1.5 hours |
Saloon boat small or bubble boat |
€ 36,95 |
|
2 hours |
Barge or passenger ship |
€ 49,95 |
|
2.5 hours |
Drinks boat |
€ 54,95 |
|
4 hours |
Passenger ship or event ship |
€ 49,95 |
Upgrades such as a BBQ, a walking dinner, cocktails or a singer come on top of the basic rate. Check out the possibilities and ask for your price.
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Stepping on the Boompjeskade
The fixed boarding location is Boompjeskade 750, right next to the Erasmus Bridge and easily accessible by car and public transport. In addition, boats leave from the left Rottekade 4A and the Parkhaven 9. Boarding at the ferry port, the Rijnhaven, the Maashaven or the Wilhelminapier is arranged by the sales department in consultation, for example next to the restaurant where you eat that evening.
Embarkation and disembarkation location Rotterdam
Boarding locations
Choose a location from the list and immediately see where you can get off.
Frequently asked questions about
the salon boat in Rotterdam
How many people fit on a saloon boat?
The small saloon boat sails with 10 to 25 people. Larger groups sail on the drinks boat (25 to 100), the passenger ship (50 to 250) or the event ship (250 to 700).
Does the saloon boat also sail in winter?
Okay, the saloon boat sails all year round. The salon is covered and heated, making a Christmas drink in december as comfortable as a summer cruise.
Do you need a license?
No, an experienced skipper sails the boat. The Meuse and the port are busy with international shipping, so professional service is necessary.
Is the salon boat sailing along the Erasmus Bridge?
Okay, the Erasmus Bridge is a five-minute boat ride from the Boompjeskade. Almost every route passes through the bridge. A trip of 1.5 hours is enough for the bridge, the Wilhelminapier and the skyline.
Can you have dinner on board?
Okay, the kitchen provides snacks, a lunch buffet, a walking dinner or a dinner with several courses. Indicate dietary requirements when applying, then the kitchen will process those in the menu.
How far in advance do you book a saloon boat?
Book at least four weeks in advance in the high season. In June, July and August the fleet is often fully booked. Off-season, a shorter term is sufficient.
Questions or a tailor-made solution?
The advisors of Event op het Water are happy to answer your questions and offer free advice. Feel free to contact us, available 7 days a week.
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