Limited availability in June & July
Company outing Amsterdam
Looking for a nice company outing in Amsterdam? At Event op het Water you celebrate on the water, on your own private boat incl. skipper and unlimited drinks. No tour boat among the tourists, but a fully catered cruise through the canals or over the IJ.
Every company outing is standard incl. boat trip, skipper and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Complement it with dinner, BBQ, cocktails or entertainment such as a singer or dj. Events on the Water more than 70 boats in Amsterdam, suitable for 10 to 700 people. From a compact sloop trip after working hours to a large staff party on an event ship.
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Limited availability
in June & July
Company outing Amsterdam
Are you looking for a nice idea for a company outing? How about a unique location on the water in Amsterdam?
Looking for a nice company outing in Amsterdam? At Event op het Water you celebrate on the water, on your own private boat incl. skipper and unlimited drinks. No tour boat among the tourists, but a fully catered cruise through the canals or over the IJ.
Every company outing is standard incl. boat trip, skipper and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Complement it with dinner, BBQ, cocktails or entertainment such as a singer or dj. Events on the Water more than 70 boats in Amsterdam, suitable for 10 to 700 people. From a compact sloop trip after working hours to a large staff party on an event ship.
A carefree company outing on the water in Amsterdam
Event on the Water ensures that your outing will be a great experience, so you don't have to worry about anything. Check out the promises here.
All-in rates
All our packages are always incl. unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea.
Inc. skipper
All our cruises are incl. catering staff and nautical crew.
Covered and heated boating
All boats can sail covered and heated. The boats can also be open or have an outdoor area.
It works that simple

Request quote
Fill in your wishes & date, group size,
type of event
2 min

Receive confirmation
We will send you a tailor-made quote, including availability.
within 24 hours

Sail & enjoy
You board one of our boats and we take care of the rest.
unforgettable
Sailing in Amsterdam: everything is arranged
Enjoy with your colleague & #8217; s on a private boat incl. skipper, catering service and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, juices, tea and coffee. Event op het Water has boats for 10 to 700 people in Amsterdam, from an open sloop to an event ship on the IJ. You always sail privately, so only your company is on board.
Inclusive
Private boat
Hospitality Service
Skipper
Beer, Wine & Soft
Juices, tea & coffee
Popular upgrades
BBQ on board
Walking dinner
Snacks
Cocktails & champagne
Team building on board
Entertainment
Singer (es)
Dj on board
Theme dress
Extra sailing hours
Getting on and off at location
Wide choice of type of boats in Amsterdam
Event op het Water works with more than 70 boats in Amsterdam. If you are looking for a business trip boat in Amsterdam, you can choose from an open sloop, a luxury saloon boat, a passenger ship or an event ship. In each city, the boat trip is always private, incl. skipper and unlimited drinks. No standard tour boats and no tourists, but luxury boats just for your company.
Below are the four boat types explained. You can always rent a boat in Amsterdam with skipper and staff. The choice depends mainly on the group size and the sailing area. The sales department will be happy to advise you on the boat that best suits your company outing.
Also covered!
Private boat
Open luxury sloop
The electric boats and open sloops sail both open and covered. Ideal for a cruise or party on the boat. Enjoy the beautiful canals of Amsterdam with music while enjoying a snack and a drink. The luxurious open boat fits effortlessly through the narrow Amsterdam canals, past centuries-old buildings and under the lowest bridges. An electric luxury boat sails quietly and on green electricity.
From 1.5 hours
Boat rental from € 210,-
Drinks from € 9,95
10 to 40 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Private boat
Luxury saloon boat
Saloon boats are more luxurious than the sloops and have a more classic look inside. A classic salon is always covered. In a number of saloon boats, the panorama roof can be opened. All saloon boats are equipped with a toilet. A classic salon is ideal for an extensive canal cruise with dinner on the boat, an informal drink or a longer relaxed cruise through the center.
From 2.5 hours
Boat rental from € 425,-
Drinks from € 11,50
10 to 70 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Private boat
Passenger ship
Do you want a fantastic boat trip for a large group at an event on the Water? Music, entertainment or decoration. Everything is possible for an unforgettable cruise on the IJ of Amsterdam. Celebrate your party or event at a unique sailing location in Amsterdam with a fantastic atmosphere. The private boat passenger boat does not sail through the narrow canals of Amsterdam but over the IJ.
from 4 o'clock
Boat rental from € 450,-
Drinks from € 9,95
40 to 250 people
The IJ of Amsterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Party location
Family party
Private boat
Event ship
Do you want to organize a big event or a big company outing at Event op het Water? With an event ship in Amsterdam you will lack nothing. Entertainment, decoration, food and drink: everything is possible. These large boats sail over the IJ of Amsterdam. We have several event ships. Each ship is unique and has its own character. Varies from 250 to 700 people.
from 4 o'clock
Boat rental from € 960,-
Drinks from € 9,95
250 to 700 people
The IJ of Amsterdam
Beer, Wine & Soft
Big company outing
Business event
Party location
Commercial rental
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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What do guests say about us?
Our customers
An original company outing in Amsterdam
A cruise is an original and unique location for a company outing. You will work on team building as you cruise past the historic buildings and bridges of Amsterdam. Below are four ways to complete your business trip.
Active & sporty company outing
You can combine an active company outing in Amsterdam with team building games on board, such as a quiz or an interactive City game along the canals. Do you want it sportier? Add an activity on dry land and end the day on the water. Check out the options for teambuilding in Amsterdam.
Original & creative company outing
Boating in itself is an original corporate outing, far from the standard meeting room. Add themed decoration, a photo opportunity or your own route and the outing will be all yours. The private cruise in Amsterdam is the creative foundation around which you build everything.
Culinary company outing
Make it a culinary day with a fresh BBQ or a walking dinner on board. The Cook prepares the dishes while you sail. Combine the company outing with a BBQ boat in Amsterdam or show the possibilities for dining on board.
Drinks & parties on the water
Would you especially like to have a drink with colleagues’s? Then a vrijmibo or staff party on the water is ideal. Choose one hot tubs in Amsterdam for a relaxing drink, or a party boat with dance floor for a real party on board.
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Organizing a business trip in Amsterdam
Organizing a company outing in Amsterdam doesn't have to be a hassle. Event op het Water takes care of the entire organization, from the boat and the skipper to the catering and entertainment. You pass on the wishes, Event op het Water takes care of the rest.
Examples of what is possible during an Amsterdam company outing:
- Groups from 10 to 700 people, for small teams and large organizations
- Sailing area through the canals of Amsterdam or across the IJ
- Team building with a quiz, City game or active assignment on board
- Entertainment with a singer or a dj during your event
- Culinary with luxurious snacks, a walking dinner or a fresh BBQ
- Theme dress and a tailor-made route of your own
Whether you want a team building day, a networking event or a staff party, a cruise is the perfect setting. The boats are modern and comfortably furnished and the crew takes care of your corporate event down to the last detail. Contact Event op het Water to discuss the possibilities.
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“ We have had a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam with our company. Fortunately, we were lucky that the weather was beautiful. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly prepared walking dinner and delicious chilled drinks.
Really recommended to go sailing with Event on the Water to book a special company outing for our team building activities!”
The best company outings on a boat in Amsterdam
You can organize an original company outing on the water. With a boat trip through Amsterdam you give your team breathtaking views of the canals and the IJ, far away from the standard meeting room. The boat is private, so only your colleagues’s are on board.
Depending on the group size, you choose a sloop, a saloon boat or a passenger ship. A sloop is perfect for an intimate trip through the narrow canals, an event ship offers space for a large staff party on the IJ. Event op het Water will be happy to advise you on the best choice.
A bluetooth speaker can be used on board for the right atmosphere and the skipper speaks English, useful for international colleagues.
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How much does a business trip in Amsterdam cost?
The cost of a company outing in Amsterdam depends on the group size, the sailing duration, the type of boat and the chosen package. All prices are incl. VAT and incl. skipper, waiter and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks.
The target prices per person for a cruise on the canals or the IJ:
- Short route (from 1.5 hours): from € 39,95 p.p.
- Extensive canal tour (from 3 hours): from € 57,95 p.p.
- Transfer or IJ tour (from 4 hours): from € 69,95 p.p.
An extra sailing hour and the boat rental vary by boat type, from an open sloop (boat rental from € 210 per hour) to an event ship (boat rental from € 960 per hour). Upgrades such as a BBQ, walking dinner or dj come on top of that, price on request.
Do you want a competitive price tailored to your group and date? Then request a free quote at Event on the Water.
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Embarkation and disembarkation locations in Amsterdam
Boarding locations
Choose a location from the list and immediately see where you can get off.
Frequently asked questions about
a business trip in Amsterdam
How much does a business trip in Amsterdam cost?
The price depends on the package, the sailing duration and the group size. A company outing on the water is already possible from € 39,95 per person incl. VAT, includes skipper, valet and unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Upgrades like a BBQ or dj come on top of that.
How many people can you do a company outing on the boat with?
A company outing is possible from 10 people to a maximum of 700 people. For a group of, for example, 7 people, you can go to the individual tickets for a cruise in Amsterdam. You choose the boat based on the group size, from an open sloop to an event ship.
What can you do during a corporate outing on the water?
You sail privately through the canals or over the IJ and supplement that as desired. Teambuilding, a quiz, a BBQ, a walking dinner, drinks or parties with a dj are all possible. This makes it an active, culinary or pleasant company outing, completely tailored to your team.
Is a company outing on the boat also possible in winter?
Yes, the boats are covered and heated, so a company outing in Amsterdam is possible all year round. Even in bad weather you are warm and dry on board. The saloon boats and larger ships are always covered, the sloops get a roof if necessary.
How long does a business trip in Amsterdam take?
The duration depends on the chosen route and starts from 1.5 hours. Event on the Water recommends a minimum of 2.5 to 3 hours, so you have plenty of time to sail, eat and enjoy. For a trip on the IJ you count on at least 4 hours.
Can we put together our own route and arrangement?
Yes, events on the Water are not tied to a fixed route. You decide where you get on and off and which arrangement you add. Which options are available depends, among other things, on the boats that are available on your date. Please contact us without obligation to discuss the options.
Where do you go for a company outing in Amsterdam?
The boarding location depends on the sailing area. For the canals you leave in the Center, for a trip on the IJ from Amsterdam Central Station. The fixed boarding locations are on the Oosterdokkade and the Ruijterkade. The sales department will let you know which location suits your route.
Which boat is suitable for our company outing?
The choice depends on the group size and the sailing area. A sloop fits 10 to 40 people, a saloon boat fits 10 to 70, a passenger ship fits 40 to 250 and an event ship fits 250 to 700 people. Event op het Water is happy to advise which boat fits best.
Can you take into account dietary requirements?
Yes, communicate your wishes in advance and Event op het Water will provide a suitable solution. Halal, vegetarian and other dietary requirements are possible. It is important that you specify in advance how many people are involved, so that the kitchen takes it into account.
How soon will we know if the boat is available?
Due to the wide range and the partnerships with several shipping companies, there is usually availability. Event op het Water will contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability and, if necessary, suggest an alternative date or time. Making a reservation without obligation is always wise.
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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