Le Boat

WHEN TRADITION MEETS INNOVATION, GREAT THINGS HAPPEN

Le Boat’s story began in 1969 with just eight boats under the vision of English entrepreneur Michael Streat. What started as Blue Line evolved through strategic mergers with Crown Blue Line, Connoisseur, and Emerald Star, culminating in the launch of Le Boat in 2007. Today, Le Boat is the #1 self-drive boating holiday provider in Europe and Canada, offering the world’s largest fleet of canal and river boats.

From the tranquil waterways to the scenic landscapes, Le Boat operates across eight countries and 33 departure bases, providing customers with unmatched access to some of the most breathtaking cruising destinations in the world.

Le Boat’s extensive network of bases across France, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Ireland, United Kingdom, Canada provides unparalleled freedom and flexibility for travelers. From the sun-soaked canals of southern France and the romantic waterways of Italy, to the storybook charm of the Netherlands and the wilderness of Canada, each destination is carefully selected to offer a unique and memorable cruising experience. Many regions feature multiple bases, allowing for convenient one-way journeys that maximize exploration without the need to retrace steps. Whether guests crave vineyard-lined rivers, medieval towns, or inland waterways serenity, Le Boat’s wide choice of routes ensures there’s a perfect itinerary for every taste and season.

EXPERIENCE-DRIVEN HOLIDAYS FOR A NEW GENERATION OF TRAVELERS

What makes Le Boat stand out isn’t just its fleet of 921 boats, but its mission: to make boating holidays accessible to everyone. No boating license? No problem. Le Boat’s easy-to-operate boats, pre-departure training open the door to first-time adventurers and seasoned travelers alike.

With a reputation built on safety, comfort, and service, Le Boat continues to set the standard in self-drive boating holidays. Their commitment to quality is reflected not only in their modern, well-equipped fleet but also in the expert support provided at every base. From detailed cruising guides to 24/7 technical assistance, Le Boat ensures that every guest, whether a first-timer or a seasoned cruiser, enjoys a smooth, stress-free experience from start to finish. It’s this combination of heritage, innovation, and customer care that has earned them the trust of thousands of travelers each year.

Flexible charter durations from two nights to two weeks, one-way route options, and a range of boats including the cutting-edge Vision, Horizon and Liberty fleets, enables Le Boat to deliver personalized, immersive holidays for couples, families, and groups looking to slow down and reconnect with nature all without the need for a skipper.

“We wanted to select a partner who has the relationships and knowledge of working with brokers and specialist agency networks, as we are really, really open to working with new partners. We want to penetrate new source markets, and it is far easier to do that with a trusted parner like Booking Manager."

Kate Bray

Global Sales and Customer Director

PARTNERSHIP WITH BOOKING MANAGER

By joining the Booking Manager System, Le Boat has made its entire fleet offering instantly accessible to a global network of professional agencies. Through this partnership, agencies can now access real-time availability and instantly book Le Boat charters worldwide, diversify their offerings with unique inland boating holidays, reach new customer segments drawn to license-free, self-drive experiences, and increase revenue by offering premium travel adventures across Europe and Canada.

This partnership supports Le Boat’s growth strategy and Booking Manager’s mission to simplify distribution and empower agencies with the most comprehensive and diverse inventory available.