Because the best place to stay, doesn't stay in one place.
Go on a blissful boating holiday along the beautiful rivers and canals of Europe and Canada.
Escape to an easier, more effortless and enjoyable way to explore the world with friends and family –
making fascinating new discoveries every day on journeys far away from crowds.
No experience? No licence? No worries.
Explore 18 waterways, 9 countries together with family and friends
Your own place, at your own pace
Feel at home wherever you are with you all you need onboard. Enjoy the freedom to move as you please, stop when you like, and live life in the slow lane. There are no set timings whilst you’re on a Le Boat holiday.
Quality time with people who matter most
Holidays are about spending time with your favourite friends or family in interesting places whilst doing something everyone loves. Boating ticks all those boxes and more.
Soak up culture and the scenery
Relax on deck in the sun with a cold drink or, if, you fancy discovering somewhere new, you’ve hundreds of riverside places to explore and the local cuisine.
Questions we are often asked by 'boating newbies'
If you can drive a car, then you are capable of operating one of our boats. Our base team provides a thorough orientation of the boat before you set off on your journey, ensuring you are 100% comfortable.
As your boat serves as both your transport and accommodation for the duration of your travels, you're enjoying a really cost-effective way of holidaying. Plus, you are able to enjoy groceries and fare from local villages, away from expensive tourist traps in the bigger cities. We also have a wide range of boats to accommodate your holiday budget and our team will ensure you get the best possible deal for your trip.
All our boats have comfortable cabins; hot water, showers and toilets; dining tables and fully-equipped kitchens – everything you’ll need to be self-sufficient for the duration of your holiday. You can travel from place to place, without the need to keep unpacking and packing again! For more information about individual boats, visit our boat pages.
Locks are easy and fun! Going through locks is an enjoyable part of your holiday. It gives everyone on board the chance to get involved, no matter their age or experience. You’ll quickly get the hang of them and enjoy the crew camaraderie and the opportunity to chat with fellow boaters. The types of lock vary by region, whether manually-operated or electric; automatic or manned by a lock keeper.
Some people like to plan their holiday itinerary in fine detail. Others enjoy waking up each morning and chatting about what to do that day, around the breakfast table. It's up to you!
No matter what your style - we provide plenty of information to help you plan your adventure! There is a waterways map on board which makes it very clear where you can and can’t go. Other on-board information tells you approximately how long it will take you to travel from point to point, where you can moor and what you can expect to find in each waterside town or village. If you need further help planning your perfect holiday, you can also give one of our friendly Boating Experts a call.
Not just France; we offer boating holidays in 9 stunning regions within France, as well as in Italy, Holland, Belgium, Germany, England, Ireland, Scotland or Canada.
Still have more questions? Why not check out our frequently asked questions.
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What our customers say...
Brigitte Bouvier said:
We had an amazing time and would recommend this holiday to anyone wanting something different. Fantastic customer service and the boat was super easy to navigate. 
Andrea Traynor said:
Le Boat was a phenomenal experience beginning to end. From the training, to the routes, to the boat itself, we felt it was a luxury vacation for a reasonable price.
