Sloop rental on holiday


A sloop stands for relaxed boating: a calm pace, plenty of seating and enjoying the water together. On holiday you can also rent a sloop or a similar open motorboat, ideal for a day along the coast or on a lake with family or friends. With Ghesia you book from reliable local rental partners.

Sloep huren op vakantie via Ghesia

Who is a sloop suitable for?

  • Families and groups of friends – plenty of seating, stable on the water and easy to get on and off.
  • Beginners – a sloop moves at a calm pace and is easy to steer. At many destinations no licence is required for the smaller models.
  • Those who want to relax – bring a picnic, moor at a little beach and go for a swim.

What do you need?

  • Boating licence: in many countries no licence is required for sloops with limited engine power. Each boat shows upfront what is required.
  • Deposit: if the rental partner asks for a deposit, the amount is shown with the boat.
  • ID: bring a valid passport or ID card.

Popular destinations to rent a sloop

  • Lake Garda – calm water, mountains all around and charming harbour villages.
  • Lefkas – quiet bays in the sheltered Ionian Sea.
  • Costa Blanca – a sunny coast with long beaches and small inlets.
  • Mallorca – the bays around Palma and Port d’Andratx.
  • Split – calm waters between the Croatian islands.

How to rent a sloop via Ghesia

  1. Choose your destination via all destinations or the search bar on the homepage.
  2. Compare the options: for each vessel you see the price, the number of people, the departure point, the deposit and the cancellation terms.
  3. Choose a date and time and pay securely via Mollie. Your booking goes straight into the local rental partner’s calendar and you immediately receive a confirmation by email.

Is your destination or date not listed yet? Send us a message via WhatsApp or email info@ghesia.com, and we will help you find a suitable option, without obligation. Our Dutch customer service is available 7 days a week.

Frequently asked questions about sloop rental

Can I rent a sloop without a licence?

At many destinations you can, as long as the boat has limited engine power. Each boat shows upfront whether a licence is required.

How many people fit in a sloop?

Most sloops and open motorboats are suitable for around 6 to 10 people. The maximum is shown with each boat.

What is the difference between a sloop and a motorboat?

A sloop is an open, comfortable boat that moves at a calm pace and is all about relaxing. A motorboat or speedboat is often faster and sportier.

Other vessels: Jet ski rental · Motorboat rental · Yacht rental · Catamaran rental. Still unsure? View all types of boats and jet skis or read what you need to go boating.

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