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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a wonderful afternoon on the boat! Before we set off, we received clear and helpful instructions, which made everything easy to understand. We were also given a map with different routes, which... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The lack of any requirements for a clean and serviceable boat invites owners to rent out boats that have leaking windows due to dried out sealants, broken windmeter, light bulbs that have burnt out si... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We took a tour in the canals of Amsterdam with family and friends. Setting up the details was easy through the chat. The boat was spacious, clean, with a great cover that allowed everybody to experie... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From the very first contact, Barqo was very helpful. Although it was highseason and it was hard to find a boat, the employees kept on with looking for a nice one. Finally, I found myself a great motor... See more

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Rent boats directly from the boat owner. Barqo is the renting marketplace for boats and boating holidays worldwide.


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4.5

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

1K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful time on the boat!

We had a wonderful afternoon on the boat! Before we set off, we received clear and helpful instructions, which made everything easy to understand. We were also given a map with different routes, which was really handy and made the trip even more enjoyable. It was a perfect afternoon on the water – highly recommended!

16 August 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First experience but good!

Easy and effective search for a boat. Enough availability of ships and easy way of connecting to the owner. Deposit refund pretty fast after finishing the boattrip.

8 August 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, very easy. Although our first choice did not confirm while it seemed free on the website. Then again, that’s a user not the service of being an intermediate. Very easy to rent a boat like this!

18 July 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

happy experience!

clear and simple platform, easy contact with boat owner, very well organized. Happy to have found it to be able to rent a boat once in a while!

12 July 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Warm welcome

Welcoming was enjoyable, all board documents well prepared and ready at arrival, boat instructions to-the- point, boat was very clean.

4 October 2024

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