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Rosette
Boating expertise since 1969
With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
Kompass
18 amazing destinations
Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
Boot
World’s largest fleet
We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
Boje
No boat license required
That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
  • Gold Trusted Service Award
    Gold Trusted Service Award
    Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience.
  • Rosette
    Boating expertise since 1969
    With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
  • Kompass
    18 amazing destinations
    Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
  • Boot
    World’s largest fleet
    We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
  • Boje
    No boat license required
    That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
  • Gold Trusted Service Award
    Gold Trusted Service Award
    Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience.
  • Rosette
    Boating expertise since 1969
    With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
  • Kompass
    18 amazing destinations
    Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
  • Boot
    World’s largest fleet
    We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
  • Boje
    No boat license required
    That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.

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Canal du midi waterways
Canal du Midi
France
From R16,989 for 7 nights.

Luxuriate in the laid-back charm of beautiful Canal du Midi

With our Canal du Midi boat hire, you're free to savour the slow and easy pace of travel past lush vineyards in the heart of the Languedoc wine region. Our river cruises allow you to enjoy wine tasting, cycling, and sightseeing at medieval villages and ancient fortress cities all the way from bustling Toulouse to the golden sands of the Mediterranean Sea! 

 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R29,509

R59,019

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R29,509

R59,019

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R47,109

R67,299

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R59,729

R85,339

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R65,799

R93,999

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12 May 2024 - 19 May 2024

R47,369

R67,679

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R29,129

R58,269

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R47,639

R68,059

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R58,579

R83,689

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R59,739

R85,349

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R28,899

R57,799

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R35,019

R70,049

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R47,969

R68,529

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R61,059

R87,229

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R35,089

R70,189

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R48,229

R68,899

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R61,289

R87,559

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R62,109

R88,739

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R34,779

R69,559

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R35,149

R70,299

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R48,419

R69,179

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R61,049

R87,219

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R62,899

R89,859

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R62,899

R89,859

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R34,209

R68,429

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R49,209

R70,309

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R61,789

R88,279

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R64,209

R91,739

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R16,989

R33,989

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R34,779

R69,559

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R35,379

R70,759

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R35,599

R71,209

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R49,999

R71,439

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R62,529

R89,329

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R65,529

R93,619

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R65,529

R93,619

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R29,349

R58,699

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R35,519

R71,049

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R36,119

R72,239

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R50,989

R72,849

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R63,439

R90,639

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R67,169

R95,969

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R67,169

R95,969

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R25,119

R50,249

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R26,969

R53,949

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R29,119

R58,239

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R35,629

R71,269

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R36,529

R73,069

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R51,779

R73,979

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R64,189

R91,699

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Vineyards of Sancerre
Burgundy Nivernais & Loire
France
From R28,569 for 7 nights.

Unwind and delight in the scenic valleys of Nivernais & Loire

Stately châteaux, colourful gardens, flourishing vineyards, medieval villages and larger Roman towns create an idyllic landscape for boating in the Nivernais & Loire Valleys. Let yourself meander through beautiful valleys, take the bikes for a spin and enjoy some of the world-class wines these regions are famous for.

 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

3 Jun 2024 - 10 Jun 2024

R41,539

R83,079

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5 Jun 2024 - 12 Jun 2024

R41,539

R83,079

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R53,949

R77,079

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15 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

R77,109

R110,159

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17 Jun 2024 - 24 Jun 2024

R81,429

R116,329

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21 Jun 2024 - 28 Jun 2024

R42,299

R84,599

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22 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

R67,109

R95,879

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24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R67,529

R96,479

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26 Jun 2024 - 3 Jul 2024

R29,569

R59,139

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26 Jun 2024 - 3 Jul 2024

R67,799

R96,859

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1 Jul 2024 - 8 Jul 2024

R34,889

R69,789

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1 Jul 2024 - 8 Jul 2024

R91,159

R130,239

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3 Jul 2024 - 10 Jul 2024

R34,369

R68,749

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5 Jul 2024 - 12 Jul 2024

R33,959

R67,929

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6 Jul 2024 - 13 Jul 2024

R33,649

R67,299

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7 Jul 2024 - 14 Jul 2024

R34,629

R69,259

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8 Jul 2024 - 15 Jul 2024

R28,569

R57,149

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Vision boat in Chalon-sur-Saône
Burgundy Franche Comté
France
From R21,429 for 7 nights.

Pamper your palate in the heart of magnificent Burgundy

Famous Burgundy well deserves its reputation for fine wines and gourmet cuisine, and you can enjoy it all during your Burgundy canal boat holiday. Lush vineyards hug rolling hills, and quiet villages invite you to linger on. Amidst a network of canals flows the majestic Saône River, the focal point of your Burgundy canal boat hire in France! This beautiful river ushers you into a world of pleasures, a realm that pleases the senses and soothes the soul. 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

12 May 2024 - 19 May 2024

R60,789

R86,849

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R60,269

R86,099

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R59,609

R85,159

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R59,079

R84,409

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R58,679

R83,839

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R59,219

R84,599

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R57,259

R81,809

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R55,839

R79,779

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R58,589

R83,699

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R54,059

R77,239

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R58,189

R83,139

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R52,639

R75,209

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R51,569

R73,679

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R57,899

R82,719

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R54,199

R77,439

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R59,379

R84,829

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R56,839

R81,199

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R59,429

R84,899

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R60,849

R86,929

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29 May 2024 - 5 Jun 2024

R62,689

R89,559

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31 May 2024 - 7 Jun 2024

R64,159

R91,669

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R34,399

R68,799

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R62,099

R88,719

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R62,099

R88,719

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R65,259

R93,239

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3 Jun 2024 - 10 Jun 2024

R34,779

R69,559

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3 Jun 2024 - 10 Jun 2024

R67,269

R96,099

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5 Jun 2024 - 12 Jun 2024

R35,009

R70,029

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7 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024

R21,989

R43,989

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7 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024

R35,199

R70,399

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7 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024

R66,159

R94,519

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R21,429

R42,859

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R27,629

R55,259

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R35,339

R70,679

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R58,149

R83,079

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R66,309

R94,739

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9 Jun 2024 - 16 Jun 2024

R27,099

R54,209

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R22,669

R45,349

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R26,579

R53,159

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R43,539

R87,079

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R64,419

R92,039

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R22,149

R44,309

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R25,919

R51,849

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R43,729

R87,459

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R63,239

R90,349

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R21,739

R43,489

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R25,389

R50,789

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R43,879

R87,759

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R62,299

R88,999

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15 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

R24,999

R49,999

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Venetian Gondolas, Italy
Venice and Friuli
Italy
From R24,809 for 7 nights.

Surrender to the pleasures of Veneto

The waters of Veneto, Italy, are like two different sisters. Venice bustles with glitz and the action doesn’t stop. But there’s a quieter sister waiting to welcome you on river cruises in Italy, and she’s just as beautiful. Laid-back isles and seaside canals invite quiet times. Rivers thread inland to intriguing cities and towns, rounding out your vacation as you explore and relax!

 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R24,809

R49,619

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8 Jun 2024 - 15 Jun 2024

R29,509

R59,019

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R29,589

R59,179

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R29,629

R59,269

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R33,019

R66,039

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R29,669

R59,349

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R33,049

R66,109

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15 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

R29,699

R59,399

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5 Jul 2024 - 12 Jul 2024

R33,369

R66,739

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Strasbourg, Alsace
Alsace-Lorraine
France
From R35,549 for 7 nights.

As seen on Great Canal Journeys - Let alluring Alsace seduce you

Alsace Boating Holidays indulge the senses with all manner of experiences — rural, urban and everything in between. Two beautiful canals lead to vibrant cities in France and Germany, and along the way you get to enjoy lake resorts, village cafés, towering castles and some of the finest cuisine in France! Enjoy a deliciously unique blend of cultures you’ll find nowhere else!

Explore Alsace from the comfort of your canal boat for cosmopolitan cruising, including architecture, shopping, and dining in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Strasbourg. 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
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31 May 2024 - 7 Jun 2024

R68,209

R97,449

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R67,899

R96,999

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3 Jun 2024 - 10 Jun 2024

R67,689

R96,699

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3 Jun 2024 - 10 Jun 2024

R73,429

R104,899

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5 Jun 2024 - 12 Jun 2024

R67,549

R96,509

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5 Jun 2024 - 12 Jun 2024

R70,459

R100,669

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7 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024

R67,449

R96,359

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7 Jun 2024 - 14 Jun 2024

R68,089

R97,279

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R41,959

R83,919

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10 Jun 2024 - 17 Jun 2024

R67,899

R96,999

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R41,159

R82,319

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12 Jun 2024 - 19 Jun 2024

R68,219

R97,469

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R40,519

R81,039

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14 Jun 2024 - 21 Jun 2024

R68,479

R97,839

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15 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

R40,039

R80,079

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15 Jun 2024 - 22 Jun 2024

R68,679

R98,119

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17 Jun 2024 - 24 Jun 2024

R40,419

R80,839

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19 Jun 2024 - 26 Jun 2024

R40,649

R81,309

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21 Jun 2024 - 28 Jun 2024

R40,839

R81,679

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22 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

R36,659

R73,319

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22 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

R40,979

R81,959

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22 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

R91,849

R131,219

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24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R35,979

R71,959

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24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R89,329

R127,619

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26 Jun 2024 - 3 Jul 2024

R35,549

R71,109

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26 Jun 2024 - 3 Jul 2024

R87,749

R125,359

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28 Jun 2024 - 5 Jul 2024

R86,489

R123,559

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29 Jun 2024 - 6 Jul 2024

R85,539

R122,199

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1 Jul 2024 - 8 Jul 2024

R89,849

R128,359

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3 Jul 2024 - 10 Jul 2024

R92,539

R132,209

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5 Jul 2024 - 12 Jul 2024

R94,699

R135,289

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6 Jul 2024 - 13 Jul 2024

R96,319

R137,599

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Shannon River near Carrick
Shannon and Erne
Ireland
From R12,219 for 7 nights.

Feel the irresistible lure of the Shannon-Erne

The River Shannon gives central Ireland it's unique character. It’s an obvious feature if you study a Shannon River map. At a glance, it’s clear that the waters influence the land. The fishing is superb and golf is extremely popular! As you travel, you’ll stop in quaint villages, why not explore the medieval churches and kick back in the pubs!

 

Boat
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Price
Start base - End base

25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R12,219

R24,439

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R12,289

R24,589

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31 May 2024 - 7 Jun 2024

R12,369

R24,749

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22 Jun 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

R28,379

R56,759

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24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R27,069

R54,139

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24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R29,509

R59,019

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3 Jul 2024 - 10 Jul 2024

R21,519

R43,039

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10 Jul 2024 - 17 Jul 2024

R32,349

R64,699

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Pink flamingos in the Camargue
Camargue
France
From R16,989 for 7 nights.

Relax amidst the natural splendour of sun-bathed Camargue

Our Camargue boating holidays promise an exciting break full of sunshine and fun. Discover broad saltwater lagoons, golden beaches, wild white horses and pink flamingos — the Camargue basks in sunshine all year around which makes it ideal for boating holidays. Romans plied these waters, and Crusaders followed. You can feel the regions rich history as you approach fortress seaport cities like Aigues-Mortes, but don't miss out on a Camargue horse ride through the saline wetlands and discover the unique wildlife. Find more information about the Camargue region below.

 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R29,509

R59,019

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R47,109

R67,299

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12 May 2024 - 19 May 2024

R47,369

R67,679

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R47,639

R68,059

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R59,739

R85,349

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R47,969

R68,529

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R61,059

R87,229

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R48,229

R68,899

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R61,289

R87,559

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R62,109

R88,739

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R48,419

R69,179

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R61,049

R87,219

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R62,899

R89,859

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R62,899

R89,859

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R34,209

R68,429

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R49,209

R70,309

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R61,789

R88,279

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19 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

R64,209

R91,739

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R16,989

R33,989

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R34,779

R69,559

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R49,999

R71,439

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R62,529

R89,329

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R65,529

R93,619

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R65,529

R93,619

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R50,989

R72,849

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R63,439

R90,639

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R67,169

R95,969

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R67,169

R95,969

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R51,779

R73,979

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R64,189

R91,699

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R68,489

R97,849

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24 May 2024 - 31 May 2024

R71,509

R102,159

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R26,689

R53,379

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R37,599

R75,199

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R52,369

R74,819

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R58,679

R83,839

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R64,729

R92,479

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R69,479

R99,259

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25 May 2024 - 1 Jun 2024

R72,379

R103,399

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R38,309

R76,629

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R52,899

R75,579

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R60,479

R86,399

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R65,209

R93,159

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26 May 2024 - 2 Jun 2024

R71,689

R102,419

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R27,289

R54,589

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R31,349

R62,709

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R39,029

R78,059

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R53,429

R76,329

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R62,269

R88,959

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R65,679

R93,839

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Horizon boat on the River Thames
The River Thames
England
From R19,909 for 7 nights.

Boating on the Thames, you'll discover historical cities and untouched countryside.

Our Thames holiday boats allow you and your family to get away from the crowds and discover the famous river Thames from a different perspective, at your own pace. As you gaze at Windsor Bridge and Castle or Hampton Court Palace from your river cruiser, you feel like you have been transported back in time. Your self-drive boating holiday on the Thames takes you to large towns with shops, pubs and museums, where sightseeing and family activities are on the afternoon agenda. You’ll also stop in small villages where the pace is slow and the living is easy!

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

10 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

R19,909

R39,829

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10 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

R25,409

R50,819

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10 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

R26,249

R52,499

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10 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

R28,759

R57,529

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10 May 2024 - 17 May 2024

R29,519

R59,049

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R20,109

R40,219

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R25,379

R50,759

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R26,499

R52,999

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R29,889

R59,779

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11 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

R29,889

R59,779

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R21,389

R42,779

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R27,259

R54,519

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R28,459

R56,919

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R30,789

R61,579

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13 May 2024 - 20 May 2024

R31,919

R63,839

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R22,189

R44,379

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R28,429

R56,869

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R29,679

R59,359

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R31,349

R62,709

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15 May 2024 - 22 May 2024

R33,189

R66,379

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R22,829

R45,659

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R29,369

R58,749

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R30,659

R61,319

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17 May 2024 - 24 May 2024

R34,199

R68,399

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R23,309

R46,619

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R31,389

R62,779

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18 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

R34,209

R68,419

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R23,829

R47,669

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R32,219

R64,439

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20 May 2024 - 27 May 2024

R37,449

R74,899

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22 May 2024 - 29 May 2024

R24,159

R48,329

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27 May 2024 - 3 Jun 2024

R38,949

R77,909

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29 May 2024 - 5 Jun 2024

R38,619

R77,249

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31 May 2024 - 7 Jun 2024

R38,359

R76,719

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31 May 2024 - 7 Jun 2024

R43,569

R87,149

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1 Jun 2024 - 8 Jun 2024

R43,799

R87,599

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Oranienburg Palace, Germany
Mecklenburg, Brandenburg and Berlin
Germany
From R35,529 for 7 nights.

Explore the pretty lakes and rivers of Mecklenburg and Brandenburg and rediscover nature

The boating regions of Mecklenburg and Brandenburg are abundant with rivers, streams, and thousands of small and large lakes, making this a first-class destination for self-drive river cruises and boating breaks. Castles perch on the shores of medieval villages, and resorts bustle on Lake Müritz, the largest lake confined within Germany’s borders. If you're heading off on a longer trip, you can even explore Berlin by houseboat on our Mecklenburg and Brandenburg route.

 

Boat
Start date - End date
Price
Start base - End base

24 Jun 2024 - 1 Jul 2024

R35,869

R71,739

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26 Jun 2024 - 3 Jul 2024

R35,729

R71,459

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28 Jun 2024 - 5 Jul 2024

R35,609

R71,229

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29 Jun 2024 - 6 Jul 2024

R35,529

R71,059

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1 Jul 2024 - 8 Jul 2024

R36,129

R72,259

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Last minute boating holidays

On this page you will find our last minute canal boat holidays that have very limited availability. If you are looking for a last minute boating holiday on the Thames in the UK or further afield, you will find our best boating discounts here on one-way routes where we need to transfer a boat between two bases.

 

These last minute holidays can be booked up to 72 hours prior to the departure date via our website. If you would like to depart within 72 hours please contact us and we will endeavour to find a suitable discounted, last minute holiday for you.

 

If you are tempted by any of our discounted, late availability and wish to book a last minute canal boat holidays or short break in Europe and Canada, don’t delay as once they’ve gone, they’ve gone.