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deA different perspective on vacation: consider to rent a boat
Each year, you face the same choice: do you book a holiday home, go camping, or board a plane to an international destination? But what if, this time, you opted for a completely different type of holiday? What if you didn’t spend your vacation in one fixed location, but experienced the freedom of cruising through the Netherlands or Germany?
At Yachtcharter De Drait, you can rent the ideal boat for your boating holiday in Friesland (NL) or Brandenburg-Berlin (DE). Your journey starts from one of our three locations: Woudsend, Drachten, or Brandenburg-Plaue. From there, you’ll enjoy an unforgettable time on the water — whether you travel in summer, autumn, spring or winter! Want to know why a boating holiday is such a unique and enjoyable experience? Read on below.
Freedom and Variety
On your boating trip, you enjoy freedom and variety — all in one vacation. Instead of spending every day at the same campsite or holiday home, you explore a new environment every day. Cruise through picturesque villages, across wide lakes and through tranquil nature reserves. And the best part? You set your own route. The boat takes you to places unreachable by car. Easily moor in nature or right in the centre of a town or village. You can also combine your stay on board with other activities such as hiking, cycling, swimming, stand-up paddling, or fishing.
Peace and Space on the Water
Life on the water is much calmer and the pace is slower. No traffic jams, crowded pools, or mass tourism. From your private boat, you’ll enjoy the gentle lapping of the water, sunsets from the deck and wake up to views of nature — often with horses or cows nearby. A boating holiday is the perfect way to truly unwind.
Something for Everyone
A boating holiday really is suitable for everyone — whether you’re young or old. Rent a boat as a couple, with your family, or with a group of friends: everyone will enjoy their time on board. Children usually find it an exciting adventure and love helping with steering or mooring, while adults appreciate the comfort and tranquility. You can even visit popular water sports areas or cities such as Amsterdam, Sneek, Groningen and Leeuwarden in the Netherlands, or Werder, Potsdam, Magdeburg and Berlin in Germany.
Active or Relaxed – You Set the Pace
A holiday on a boat doesn’t have to be quiet (unless you want it to be). Moor in cosy harbours, rent bikes for a scenic ride, go swimming right from the boat, or cook a delicious meal in the fully equipped onboard kitchen. There’s plenty to do. You can also fish directly from our boats — the waters of Friesland and the lakes of Brandenburg are full of fish, so with a little luck, you might catch something! Prefer to relax? Just stretch out on the deck with a book and a glass of wine.
No Experience or Boating License? No Problem.
Even if you do not have boating experience? Don’t worry — we’ll get you started. Before departure, you’ll receive a full instruction session and you can book a skipper training course to gain extra confidence. You don’t need a boating license to sail our boats. In the Netherlands, you can explore all of Northern Netherlands (except the IJsselmeer and Wadden Sea) without a license. In Brandenburg, a Charterschein (temporary boating license) allows you to navigate various scenic routes.
Still unsure? Our experienced staff are happy to answer your questions via email or phone. You can also order a waterway map in advance to plan your route at home. Before departure, you’ll receive a detailed explanation from one of our instructors covering the boat, steering, navigation and more.
Everything You Need On Board
Most of our motor yachts, sloops and houseboats come with all the comforts you’d expect. You’ll find one or more bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a bathroom with toilet and shower, a cosy lounge area and a spacious aft deck. It’s essentially your private floating holiday home — with a new view every day.
A Holiday to Remember
A boating holiday is more than just a trip — it’s a unique experience. You’ll engage with the landscape and surroundings in a whole new way. For those seeking peace, freedom and a touch of adventure, this is the ideal alternative to traditional vacation types.
Boating in Summer or Winter
Many people think boating is just a summer activity, but we offer great opportunities outside peak season — even in winter. You can rent a boat with us all year round.
Summer Deal: 10% Discount
Would you like to set sail before August 28? Take advantage of our summer deal and receive 10% off the rental price. Click here for more information.
Ready to rent a boat for your boating holiday?
We’re happy to help! Yachtcharter De Drait offers a diverse fleet: whether you’re looking for a romantic sloop for two or a large boat with 7 cabins, you’ll find it in our collection. View our booking calendar or use the search and book tool to make your reservation.
