GoBoat Boat Rental - Islands Brygge

Boat rental service · Christiansborggade

GoBoat Boat Rental - Islands Brygge

Boat rental service · Christiansborggade

Islands Brygge 10, 2300 København, Denmark

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Sail Copenhagen's canals on solar-powered picnic boats.

Islands Brygge 10, 2300 København, Denmark Get directions

goboat.dk

@goboatcph

@onthegrid

On the Grid : Rent a boat / goboat

"If you want to see Islands Brygge - and CPH for that matter - from the waterside, rent a goboat. A great way to get around CPH in your own speed. The boats are running on reusable batteries that are charged by solar power. In the middle of the boat you will find a picnic table - so don't forget to bring your picnic basket - or buy one from goboat. They have a delicious organic picnic basket and some great wines. The boat has room for 8 people." - Birds Flying High

https://onthegrid.city/copenhagen/islands-brygge/rent-a-boat-goboat

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@onthegrid

"Rent a boat / goboat, Islands Brygge. If you want to see Islands Brygge - and CPH for that matter - from the waterside, rent a goboat. A great way to get around CPH in your own speed. The boats are running on reusable batteries that are charged by solar power.In the middle of the boat you will find a picnic table - so don't forget to bring your picnic basket - or buy one from goboat. They have a delicious organic picnic basket and some great wines. The boat has room for 8 people."

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@travelleisure

Copenhagen Just Opened Its First Floating Sauna — and I Gave It a Try

"Opened in early November 2021, Copenhagen's first and only floating sauna, Sauna by GoBoat, offers a revitalizing experience for local residents and tourists alike with scenic canal views and aesthetic design. It combines the dry heat with the thrilling Danish tradition of winter swimming. The experience includes a designated dipping zone on the harbor and an ice shower to provide the cold shock that is a cornerstone of Danish culture." - Travel + Leisure Editors

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/spa-vacations/copenhagen-floating-sauna-by-goboat

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@cntraveler

9 Best Canal Tours in Copenhagen

"Thirty small, simple pale-blue boats comprise GoBoat’s fleet, which is designed for a self-guided aquatic adventure. With a central table surrounded by bench seating, the vessels are ideal for a picnic on the water with friends. One, two, or three-hour rentals are available from morning until sunset; all boats depart from the Islands Brygge neighborhood. The company is run by a young, jovial crew that will help get you settled, but you'll need to appoint someone from your own crew to steer the boat—no experience required." - Jenna Scatena

https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/best-canal-tours-in-copenhagen

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Gemma Akel

Google

We loved our go boat experience, very friendly staff and very easy who explained everything. It was straight forward to steer and navigate and felt lovely being independent. Such a special thing how much the water is used in Copenhagen and how respectful people are on the water.

Fitia

Google

amazing thing to do in order to visit the city under a new angle. the canals you can take offer a beautiful view on the buildings and on the area, with 1h ride you can see a lot of attractions. the instructions to ride the boat and for the path were clear and understandable. you also can order a basket filled with drinks and/or snacks, we personally took drinks and it was worth it ! the personal is really friendly, they play nice music on the dock. and they are dog friendly !

Anne Simpson

Google

Spur of the moment decision on a gorgeous day to rent a boat to cruise around the canals! Great way to see the water side of Copenhagen .. fabulous! The staff was terrific and got the two of us situated in our own electric boat. Boat could probably hold 5-6 comfortably. With table & drink holders in the middle. Unfortunately we got a very “ slow” boat which honestly was fine but we had to be towed back to the dock eventually as we had exceeded our two hour limit per their route they had suggested. If it had started raining, this would not have been comfortable without a top. The boat was comfortable for me the passenger but as the tiller ( steering mechanism) was so short it was not that comfortable for the captain ( my son) to steer for two hours.. no clue why they don’t have an extension on the tiller to make it more comfortable for the captain. We did spy the “competitors” boat rental and their boats had an actual steering wheel with dedicated seat which would have been way more comfortable but GoBoats was close to our hotel so we went with their company. We were surprised that there did not appear to be any life jackets nor mention of them? All in all.. very fun experience and would recommend

Elaine Carrera

Google

Great experience, this was the activity we were thrilled to do. We reserved a boat for one hour online, booking is easy. You can either take your own food or can reserve a picnic basket with them. Prices are really affordable and service was top notch. It was short but super great to explore via the canals.

Emily Keye

Google

This was a fun experience!! To see the city and famous buildings and icons from the water view was super cool! The boats are pretty slow but that is good cos less risk of mistakes and you take in the views more. Our boat did start going slower 3/4 of the way through, but we did make it back. Feedback: + It was a very windy and chilly evening and we were frozen by the time we got back. They said on return that we should have asked for blankets. We'll, how can we ask for something that we don't even know is a possibility?! I should think it was them that should have told us it was an option. + You have to read some instructions and rules before you start. That is all good, but it would have been nice to have a copy of them also on the boat. Or the tips of which side to be on etc listed in dot point.

Linnea Sandstrom

Google

Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a fun and potentially exhilarating experience. Who knew that the wind could push a boat so fast? I’m not sure I would recommend for families with young kids on a windy day, but if it’s calm you’d probably be fine. Best part of our trip in Copenhagen. Will laugh at ourselves for years.

Benny Seo

Google

Originally booked for 19/12 but it was drizzling so they asked us if i want to change to 20/12 instead as weather forecast is good weather so we gladly agreed to it! Booked for a 2hr session & we loved it max. Speed was slow & easy to manage around the whole course. The scenery was breathtaking! Strongly recommend!

K DJ

Google

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Saved by the Bell! A huge thank you to Stephanie and Carolinr from GoBoat for coming to our rescue when our motor broke down. They helped us safely back to shore with incredible kindness, professionalism, and calm. We couldn’t have asked for better support in a stressful moment. A thousand thanks for your amazing service.Warmest compliments and gratitude from us. Thank you again!

M G.

Yelp

Honestly, I don't think we'll ever do a guided boat tour again, because this was so much better! We absolutely loved putting around the water on our own in these delightful little solar powered boats. A local friend recommended we try it, since she said Copenhagen is a city meant to be seen from the water, and she was absolutely right. We had a wonderful experience and highly recommend this.

Jennifer S.

Yelp

We had the best time and the most perfect way to experience Copenhagen on our first evening here.

Markus D.

Yelp

Nice way to rent a boat in Copenhagen and tour the canals, but wayyy too slow. There are other boat rental companies with faster boats. In an hour you can't really see anything.

Little P.

Yelp

Really unfortunate and disappointing experience. We were late for our reservation, totally our fault- granted- but, they took forever even finding the reservation, (25 minutes!!!!) and when we asked if maybe we could use our reservation for anytime in the next few hours we were told the manager said, "no, and we are fully booked." When checking online, they had multiple openings within the evening. Instead, they would rather make the customer be punished for the company "losing money" for our "serious mistake..." These are their words. BUMMER.

Rebecca H.

Yelp

This was a really fun day out. Don't expect a speed boat - just a leisurely 'cruise' down the Yarra and a chance to see all those spots you've probably never seen before from the river. Bec H

Dominique D.

Yelp

We had already taken an awesome intimate guided boat tour - and then saw these babies! People picnicking and drinking wine on these boats?? Ummm sign me up! After exploring the area by foot AND taking a small guided boat tour, we were already familiar with the canal and the area. We stopped at a supermarket, picked up some beers and food, and headed right to the kiosk. I was pleased to see that they offered some wines, snacks, and beverages right when you rent the boat, so I grabbed a bottle of rosé. They have one, two and three hour options - the two hour was plenty of time. The staff were great at explaining the best route we should take, what to do, and what not to do. The boat itself was super easy to use, even though I think our boat was a bit slower than some of the others in the fleet. We enjoyed sailing by all the cool buildings we saw on tour but getting a bit closer, and being able to stop for pictures. I happily snacked away as I waved to locals people watching. I think this boat company is a great value for the price and an unforgettable experience. Note that the boats can fit up to 8 people, so bring some friends!

Chloé Y.

Yelp

What a great idea! This was fantastic, especially on sunny day like it was last weekend. Book in advance as they're super popular! It was 400 DKK for 1 hour so if you have about 8-10 people, you'll will fit snuggly in one. It's super easy to manoeuvre and you get a map of suggested routes depending on how much time you have. For 1 hour, you can go around the Christiansborg Slot, up and eastwards and under the new Inderhavnbroen, and loop back around passing Noma and under some cute bridges. The boats were clean and there were life jackets on board. The service by the staff was great, the process of booking was easy and the whole experience was totally unique to Copenhagen! I would definitely GoBoat with them again!

Jaana S.

Yelp

Incredibly fun option for a warm day in copenhagen and shockingly affordable!! Grab some friends, bring your own wine, fruit, and bluetooth speaker and have the best time. We only rented for an hour and wished it was longer. The people working there are very friendly and easy-going, and despite never driving a boat before we found it very easy. DO THIS

Eva K.

Yelp

You don't want to be crammed with dozens of other passengers in a crowded tourist boat, but you still want to explore the waters of Copenhagen? Then it makes good sense for you to rent your own boat. The boat can hold up to 8 people and it doesn't take a license to drive the electric boats as it's very simple and straight forward. Since it's electric, it doesn't make any sound either and runs very smoothly. Bring your picnic basket ready because there's no other way to explore Copenhagen than eating on the boat, or just have the drinks. Minimum recommended time is 2 hours, and that's what we booked, but we could have used more! If you have family or friends visiting in Copenhagen, rent a boat instead!

Eugene T.

Yelp

Great way to see Copenhagen. Friendly staff and very clean boats for rental. Instructions were clear and you can bring your own food for the self-driven trip.

Claire B.

Yelp

This is SUPER FUN. Basically, you get in a boat, drive round the canals by yourself for a while, then bring it back. You can bring a picnic (don't worry, they have supplies if you decide upon this on the spur of the moment) and it's super-easy to drive the boat. We were at the swimming place next door and decided to give it a try - bought some drinks and snacks, and they gave us blankets as it was a little chilly. Life jackets are supplied, too. We saw lots of locals going out on their boats and even a man proposing to his partner on a boat - she said yes! DEFINITELY DO THIS!

C L.

Yelp

BEWARE - no refunds if it's raining & lightning! Total ripoff! We booked a boat ride for my birthday and it started raining considerably (with lightning and strong wind) one hour before our scheduled boat rental time. I tried calling but no one picked up the phone so I emailed asking if the company was canceling the boat rides because of the weather and they said no. I then asked if we could reschedule our boat ride because I did not want to ride on a open boat with no cover from the elements whatsoever for a whole hour and get drenched and cold. They said no again. They would not give us a refund or reschedule our boat ride. Their emails were short and rude and offered no explanation or flexibility. Totally ridiculous. Never again. THEY RUINED MY BIRTHDAY. Unless you can predict weather with 100% accuracy, I would not use this arrogant company.

Jay D.

Yelp

Friendly people and the absolute best way to experience the canals. Super friendly, very helpful staff. Boats are easy to operate and all electric. Would recommend for couples or groups looking for a date or group outing!

Erin G.

Yelp

Really - you must do this. Copenhagen is a harbor town. There is water everywhere. You must get out on it. Especially in the sommer. Don't have a boat? No problem. Go Boat rents charming electric picnic boats by the hour for you and 7 of your best friends or family. I adore the slow, cozy, picnic table centered Go Boats for their charm, ease and maneuverability. The kids love the nets given them to scoop up trash in the canals. Bring some back and receive a treat. We have not tried their pre-made picnic baskets as you have to book more than 48 hours in advance, but have always brought our own provisions to enjoy. You can always supplement your own picnic with drinks (sodas, juice, wine and beer) from the GoBoat dock at your reserved time. I recommend booking ahead online, you can select 1, 2 or 3 hour increments. These boats are no where near speedy, but being forced to go slow allows more soaking in of the beautiful Copenhagen harbor. On a sunny day, the kids love to jump off and swim in the water. Easy enough to get off and on and quite stable even in higher traffic zones. Highly recommend it at least once. So very fun fun!

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Gemma Akel

Google

Fitia

Google

Anne Simpson

Google

Elaine Carrera

Google

Emily Keye

Google

Linnea Sandstrom

Google

Benny Seo

Google

K DJ

Google

M G.

Yelp

Jennifer S.

Yelp

We had the best time and the most perfect way to experience Copenhagen on our first evening here.

Markus D.

Yelp

Nice way to rent a boat in Copenhagen and tour the canals, but wayyy too slow. There are other boat rental companies with faster boats. In an hour you can't really see anything.

Little P.

Yelp

Rebecca H.

Yelp

This was a really fun day out. Don't expect a speed boat - just a leisurely 'cruise' down the Yarra and a chance to see all those spots you've probably never seen before from the river. Bec H

Dominique D.

Yelp

Chloé Y.

Yelp

Jaana S.

Yelp

Eva K.

Yelp

Eugene T.

Yelp

Great way to see Copenhagen. Friendly staff and very clean boats for rental. Instructions were clear and you can bring your own food for the self-driven trip.

Claire B.

Yelp

C L.

Yelp

Jay D.

Yelp

Erin G.

Yelp

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