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Off Course

We drift different — local-led cruises through Amsterdam’s quieter waters

5(59 reviews)
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Off Course is run by Jannah and Beer, a small team of Amsterdam locals who steer guests through quieter waters away from the tourist crowds and into the city's hidden corners — sharing the same spots they actually visit with friends, no fixed script. The fleet is two fully electric, restored saloon boats: Diana, built in 1915, and Curaçao, built in 1951 with a spacious sundeck. Onboard drinks are self-serve, and the vibe is deliberately relaxed — 'your floating living room.' Shared cruises run from €35 per person and private charters from €310, departing from Brouwersgracht 64 near the Jordaan.

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Jannah & Beer

Quick facts

  • Founders: Jannah and Beer — Amsterdam locals, both captains
  • Fleet: 2 electric boats — Diana (built 1915) and Curaçao (built 1951, with sundeck)
  • Route: quieter waters away from the tourist crowds, local hangouts and hidden corners
  • Onboard: self-serve drinks, no fixed script or performance
  • Shared cruises: from €35 per person, up to 12 guests
  • Private charters: from €310
  • Departure: Brouwersgracht 64, near the Jordaan

Company profile supplied by Off Course. Rating from 59 Google reviews. Cruise pricing, schedules and availability shown below are BoatLocal's own live booking data, refreshed hourly.

Off Course is a good fit if

  • Travellers who want a scheduled, shared canal cruise from €35 per person
  • Groups who want to book the whole boat privately (up to 12 guests)
  • Guests who want drinks available or included on board
  • Guests who want food or snacks available on board
  • Travellers who prefer a small-boat, intimate group size

Less ideal if

  • You need a boat for more than 12 people

Where to find us

What guests say

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Isabelle R.

June 2026

“Great boat, route, and knowledgeable guide. I wish the guide would have offered up more information without having to be asked questions.”

Booked via BoatLocal
Artem K.

Artem K.

August 2026

via Google
Mikey M.

Mikey M.

August 2026

via Google
Shosh M.

Shosh M.

August 2026

“Brilliant. Loved it. Just us and one other couple. Beer (our guide) was fantastic. Highly recommend.”

via Google
Clara S.M.

Clara S.M.

August 2026

“Un servicio y una experiencia de 10 de 10. Hubo un pequeño problema con la app en el momento de la reserva y tuvimos que cambiar la hora, pero el equipo nos llamó inmediatamente para avisarnos y gestionar la solución al momento. La gran sorpresa fue que, al final, disfrutamos de un tour completamente privado. Nuestra capitana fue fantástica: nos fue explicando datos súper interesantes que van mucho más allá del típico recorrido turístico convencional y nos llevó por canales preciosos que jamás habríamos conocido por nuestra cuenta. Repetiríamos sin dudarlo. ¡Totalmente recomendable!”

via Google
Cedrik J.

Cedrik J.

July 2026

“Oli was an incredible tour guide with a great little boat. He was engaging, we had a laugh, it was just amazing! We had a great time!”

via Google
Christos S.

Christos S.

July 2026

“Absolutely worth it. Captain Mare was especially great not only at steering the perfectly sized boat but also at giving us interesting facts about the city, the canals, the people and the culture. The 1,5 hours were just perfect for an afternoon boat ride. It was our first time in Amsterdam and this was the highlight of the trip.”

via Google
Roberto N.

Roberto N.

June 2026

“An amazing trip through the canals of Amsterdam. The concierge was helpful and explained everything. Besides the option of the tour had been a nice surprise, allowing to see a new perspective of Amsterdam. To him a big thank you.”

via Google
Karel

Karel

June 2026

“The most amazing boat company in Amsterdam and the perfect way to see the canals.”

via Google
Jacckie E.

Jacckie E.

June 2026

“Was really great, would really recommend it to everyone”

via Google
JM

JM

June 2026

“We had a delightful river cruise experience with Liam. Learnt lots about Dutch culture and spirit, sailed through some quiet but scenic routes, and generally enjoyed the views of the city from the water. Thank you Liam for being a professional host.”

via Google
Celeste P.

Celeste P.

June 2026

“This tour was fantastic. We were on a lovely small boat, just my friend and I, and the route avoids the tourist hot spots. Liam was a brilliant captain - very friendly, knowledgeable and a safe driver. I would recommend this tour to anyone!”

via Google
Clare B.

Clare B.

June 2026

“Very enjoyable and informative boat trip. Beer has a relaxed approach. He is very skilled at navigating the canals and is knowledgable. Highly recommend!”

via Google
Camille S.

Camille S.

June 2026

“What a great way to see Amsterdam. Beer was a great guide. He shared with us the history of Amsterdam all the way through to modern day issues. The boat was beautiful and clean. It was the best way to start our vacation in Amsterdam.”

via Google
Susan D.

Susan D.

June 2026

“Lovely peaceful canal cruise with Beer. It was great to see the canals through the eyes of a local. Beer was a pleasure to cruise with and his c. 1915 boat is gorgeous! Would highly recommend!”

via Google
Dave C.

Dave C.

June 2026

“Excellent afternoon.”

via Google
Juanita T.

Juanita T.

June 2026

“Incredible tour, amazing facts about Amsterdam. Really beautiful boat and amazing experience overall. 100% recommend”

via Google
Trond S.

Trond S.

May 2026

“Fantastic service! Our booking agency made a scheduling error, so our tour wasn't actually available when we arrived. As soon as the crew at Off-Canal Cruise realized the issue, they jumped right into action. They immediately contacted other local companies and managed to secure us a spot on a different cruise for the exact same time slot. The new tour was a bit more expensive, but Off-Canal Cruise completely covered the difference! It wasn't even their fault that the booking agency messed up, yet they still went the extra mile to save our day. Highly recommend their incredible customer support. Thank you!”

via Google
Sepatu S.

Sepatu S.

May 2026

“Great accommodating service. With a more original tour than the usual tourist boat ride. I highly recommend supporting small/family businesses in Amsterdam for a more authentic experience :)”

via Google
Fulco V.

Fulco V.

May 2026

“Had a lovely evening touring the canals of my own city Amsterdam, quiet spots I had never been before. Thank you, Captain Beer, for your interesting background stories.”

via Google

Shared Tours

1 cruise available

Shared Off The Beaten Path, Hidden Gems Canal Cruise
Shared Cruise
5.0(59)

Off The Beaten Path, Hidden Gems Canal Cruise

€35
per person
⛵ Covered salon
Max 12 guests
•
1 hour 30 mins

Private Tours

1 boat available

Diana
Private Cruise
5.0(59)

Diana

€310
starting from
⛵ Covered salon
Max 8 guests
•
Min. 1 hour 30 mins

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Off Course offers private canal cruises where the boat is reserved exclusively for your group, for up to 12 guests.
Yes. Off Course runs scheduled shared canal cruises where individual seats can be booked, starting from €35 per person.
Off Course's shared cruises are priced at €35 per person.
Private charters with Off Course range from €247.50 to €315 for the whole boat, depending on the boat and duration.
Off Course's cruises range from 1 hour & 30 minutes minimum to 1 hour & 30 minutes, depending on the tour — see the cruise list above for exact durations.
Off Course's largest boat holds up to 12 guests; for bigger private groups, book the whole boat directly. Check individual cruise listings above for exact capacity.
Yes — food and drinks are available on selected cruises. See the individual cruise listing for what's included.
Off Course cruises depart from Brouwersgracht 64, 1, 1013 ED Amsterdam.
You can book directly on BoatLocal — select a cruise above, choose your date, time and number of guests, and pay securely online.

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