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TARPON 32
TARPON 32

2 cabins/2 bathrooms, ideal for 2 couples with 2 children

TARPON 32
TARPON 32

Terrace with bimini top

TARPON 32
TARPON 32

Double steering position

TARPON 32
TARPON 32

Bright lounge area

TARPON 32
TARPON 32

Example on the river Charente

Tarpon 32

No licence, no experience
Range Comfort
Layout Tarpon 32
Boating Holidays with Tarpon 32 - Outside Steering Position
Boating Holidays with Tarpon 32 - A Rear Sundeck
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Tarpon 32 - Rear Cabin with a Double Bed and a Single Bed
Tarpon 32 - Kitchen with a Large Fridge
Tarpon 32 - Lounge, convertible into a Double Bed
Tarpon 32 - Front Cabin with a Double Bed and a Single Bed
4 2
Two steering positions
220V socket
Electric toilets
Bimini Top

Comfort level :

8 people maximum

Boat deposit : €1,900

Hourly fuel rate : €12.20/h of navigation (to be paid on return of your rental, unless you take a Pack including unlimited fuel)

Bed linen (sheets and pillowcases) are included.
Important: For all boats, a minimum of 2 adults on board is required.

  • 2 single and double beds cabins
  • 2 bathrooms
  • 2 wc
  • Length : 9.10m
  • Width : 3.75m
Heating/cooling
  • Heating
Electricity
  • 12v socket (car lighter)
  • 220V outlet if plugged in at the dock
Navigation
  • Inside steering position
  • Outside steering position
Other
  • Electric toilets
  • Bed linen (sheets, pillowcases,...)
  • Blankets/duvets
Technique
  • Diesel engine
  • Bath ladder
Kitchen equipment
  • Fridge 160 L
  • Freezer
  • Oven/broiler
  • Gas cooking plate
  • Manual coffee maker (coffee pot + filter holder)
Outside
  • Outdoor dining terrace
  • Bimini/Sunshade
Audio equipment
  • CD player/radio
  • MP3/USB

Average : 4.5 étoiles 4.5/5 (based on 88 opinion)

Score Awarded

 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Oct 17, 2025
"A bit old."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 15, 2025
"Pleasant interior but too high to dock and difficult to steer."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2025
"Really ncie."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 4, 2025
"The boat had everything we needed."
 
4
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2025
"Well equipped and suitable for 4 people."
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Aug 29, 2025
"Very well laid out and easy to use."
 
5
Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2025
"Well equipped. The two separate cabins are a nice feature."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 11, 2025
"As shown in the photos."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 1, 2025
"Very good."
 
2
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Aug 4, 2025
"Quite old."
 
3
Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on Jul 21, 2025
"Aging boat."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 7, 2025
"The boat was the right size for our needs. It could have been a bit cleaner, especially in terms of odour, spiders, dirt on the floor and dirty dishes. However, the beds were spotless."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 5, 2025
"Meets my expectations."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 14, 2025
"Well thought-out."
 
4
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jun 14, 2025
"Perfect for 2 couples."
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 9, 2025
"It was good for 2 couples. The boat is ageing."
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on May 30, 2025
"Super comfortable and pleasant."
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 26, 2025
"Well maintained."
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on May 24, 2025
"Very well suited for 4 people."
 
4
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on May 10, 2025
"Suitable for a first time."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Apr 19, 2025
"Spacious and well maintained."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 14, 2025
"Suitable for a first experience."
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2025
"It's ok."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Nov 8, 2024
"Very good and spacious."
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Oct 18, 2024
"To be perfect, it would need a micro wave."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 27, 2024
"Clean, well arranged."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 21, 2024
"Very nice boat, clean and spacious."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 10, 2024
"Completely functional."
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Apr 12, 2024
"Well-equipped."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2023
"The boat was well adjusted to our needs."
 
5
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2023
"Perfectly suited to our needs."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2023
"Easy to manoeuvre and moor."
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Jul 1, 2023
"Glad to have been able to benefit from a recent boat."
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Jun 24, 2023
"Great for 4 people."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Apr 7, 2023
"Well suited to our needs. Functional."
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 30, 2022
"''Very pleasant boat''"
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 6, 2022
"Clean. Not new, but nothing special to report"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 10, 2021
"''Very functional, good size & layout''"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2021
"auto-translation :''Quite easy to operate''"
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Aug 14, 2021
"auto-translation :''Comfortable''"
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 2, 2021
"auto-translation :''Great, the Tarpon 32! Good size, good habitability. Great !''"
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 19, 2021
"auto-translation :''Habitabilité et le confort sont top.''"
 
5
Region : Mayenne and Anjou - Cruise carried out on Jul 26, 2021
"auto-translation :''There were 4 of us on a boat designed for 6 or even 8''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jul 5, 2021
"auto-translation :''Clean and spacious, outdoor furniture a bit too basic, no sunbeds''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 4, 2020
"The boat is ugly and slow but very practical"
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Oct 12, 2019
"auto-translation :''Comfort Max. at 3, missing some hooks to hang clothes out of the cabinets.''"
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Oct 14, 2019
"auto-translation :''Spacious, comfortable, handy, clean.''"
 
4
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Aug 30, 2019
"auto-translation :''The Tarpon 32 is very well arranged for 4 people, too bad that the lack of awning deprived us from taking full advantage of the outer deck.''"
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Sep 6, 2019
"auto-translation :''Comfortable for 4 adults''"
 
5
Region : Franche-Comté - Cruise carried out on Aug 31, 2019
"auto-translation :''The Tarpon 32 is perfect for 2 couples,''"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 17, 2019
"auto-translation :''Well arranged''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 18, 2019
"auto-translation :''Very large space''"
 
4
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Apr 19, 2019
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable for a family of 4''"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 25, 2018
"auto-translation :''Neuf, parfait''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jun 23, 2018
"auto-translation :''Really suitable for 2 couples.''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jun 9, 2018
"auto-translation :''Accessibility problem at the back, lack of storage space in the square''"
 
4
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on May 28, 2018
"auto-translation :''Good general condition - clean and easy daily maintenance - comfortable to 4 people - toilets too small - lack of ventilation if bad weather''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 9, 2018
"auto-translation :''No complaints''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Apr 21, 2018
"auto-translation :''Very well equipped, spacious, easy to drive''"
 
3
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on May 5, 2018
"auto-translation :''Well at the comfort level and dish accessories''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Apr 28, 2018
"auto-translation :''Very good''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 25, 2017
"auto-translation :''Perfect for two couples''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 2, 2017
"auto-translation :''Tarpon 32 exactly adapted to two couples''"
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Sep 23, 2017
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable for 2 couples with bathroom in each cabin We think back in spring on this same cruise and we want The same boat''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 11, 2017
"auto-translation :''Very comfortable cabins for two couples, access by ladder to the rear we were a little embarrassed when the mooring was from the back, as we had a dog''"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Aug 12, 2017
"auto-translation :''Comfortable size suited the upper deck is a little small for more than 4 people''"
 
5
Region : Alsace - Cruise carried out on Jul 29, 2017
"Great for the two of us. Well equipped and easy to steer after few teething problems."
 
5
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on May 15, 2017
"auto-translation :''Vast for two adult couples''"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Apr 8, 2017
"auto-translation :''Well laid out''"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Apr 1, 2017
"auto-translation :''Very logeable for 2 couples.''"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Sep 3, 2016
"auto-translation :''Well designed boat''"
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Aug 20, 2016
"auto-translation :'Very good, great river boat ''"
 
5
Region : Burgundy Nivernais - Cruise carried out on Aug 15, 2016
"We really liked it, top deck was a bit small for 6, would take a longer one next time"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jul 16, 2016
"auto-translation :''Large , well designed, clean''"
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jun 24, 2016
"Good layout"
 
3
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 30, 2016
"auto-translation :''Well but the disadvantage is the lack of visibility on the outside when it is in the central part''"
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 7, 2016
"auto-translation : "Perfect houseboat except lack of bow thruster""
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on May 6, 2016
"auto-translation :"Houseboat no license in good order""
 
5
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Apr 23, 2016
"auto-translation :"Comfortable boat""
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Aug 8, 2015
"Very well equipped"
 
4
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Aug 18, 2015
"auto-translation :"Beautiful cabin , beautiful square, but terrace can be a bit small""
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jul 27, 2015
"auto-translation :"Very comfortable boat for 4 people""
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Apr 18, 2015
"auto-translation :"Spacious, practical and clean condition""
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on May 23, 2015
"auto-translation :"Very well organized , easy going""
 
5
Region : Lot - Cruise carried out on Jun 15, 2015
"auto-translation :"Perfect""
 
5
Region : Brittany - Cruise carried out on Jul 6, 2015
"auto-translation :"Very good""
 
4
Region : Canal du Midi / Camargue - Cruise carried out on Jun 8, 2015
"Leaked a quite a lot when it rained"
 
4
Region : Charente - Cruise carried out on Apr 25, 2015
"auto-translation :"Corresponds to the description and our expectations""

Only the departure and arrival bases need to be confirmed at the time of booking. You don't have to choose a precise route now.
During your cruise, you can follow one of our suggested itineraries or create your own.

Redon
the Castle of the Groulais at Blain

Redon - Blain - Redon

90 km - 14 locks - 15 h of navigation

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Redon
La Gacilly
Rieux
la Roche-Bernard

Redon - La Gacilly - La-Roche-Bernard - Redon - Redon

104 km - 2 locks - 14 h of navigation

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Redon
Guipry-Messac
Langon

Redon - Bourg-Les-Comptes - Redon

118 km - 10 locks - 18 h of navigation

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Redon
La Gacilly
Malestroit

Redon - La Gacilly - Malestroit - Redon

92 km - 12 locks - 15 h of navigation

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Redon - Blain - Redon

90 Km - 14 Locks - 15 h of navigation - 4 Nights

From Redon to Pont Miny, 12 km, 2 Lock(s), 2 h of navigation

Stopover : Redon > Pont Miny

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

From Pont Miny to Blain, 33 km, 5 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Pont Miny > Guenrouët > Blain

the Castle of the Groulais at Blain

This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.

From Blain to Pont Miny, 33 km, 5 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Blain > Guenrouët > Pont Miny

the Castle of the Groulais at Blain

This medieval fortress, listed as a historical monument since 1977, was owned by Marie Bonaparte (a descendant of Napoléon) at the beginning of the 20th century. Comprising 9 towers, it was built (actually rebuilt, as it was destroyed several times) at the end of the 16th century.

From Pont Miny to Redon, 12 km, 2 Lock(s), 2 h of navigation

Stopover : Pont Miny > Redon

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

Redon - La Gacilly - La-Roche-Bernard - Redon - Redon

104 Km - 2 Locks - 14 h of navigation - 4 Nights

From Redon to Île aux Pies, 9 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Redon > Île aux Pies

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

From Île aux Pies to Redon, 29 km, 1 Lock(s), 4.1 h of navigation

Stopover : Île aux Pies > Glénac > La Gacilly > Glénac > Île aux Pies > Redon

La Gacilly

Stronghold of the Yves Rocher cosmetics empire, this small village is certainly of interest. More than twenty five craftspeople display their works of art to you in the pedestrian streets; the small port is very inviting for your boat (be aware that the number of places is limited), with all of the amenities you might require (electricity, water).

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

From Redon to La Roche Bernard, 33 km, 0 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Redon > Rieux > Foleux > La Roche Bernard

Rieux

In this pleasant docking area you will find the remains of a fortified castle, destroyed by an earthquake in 1799.

la Roche-Bernard

This town was founded in the 10th century by a Viking called Bern-Hart. Its old town and steep streets are the main attractions of this traditional town.

From La Roche Bernard to Redon, 33 km, 0 Lock(s), 4.4 h of navigation

Stopover : La Roche Bernard > Foleux > Rieux > Redon

Rieux

In this pleasant docking area you will find the remains of a fortified castle, destroyed by an earthquake in 1799.

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

la Roche-Bernard

This town was founded in the 10th century by a Viking called Bern-Hart. Its old town and steep streets are the main attractions of this traditional town.

Redon - Bourg-Les-Comptes - Redon

118 Km - 10 Locks - 18 h of navigation - 4 Nights

From Redon to Brain/Vilaine, 18 km, 0 Lock(s), 2.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Redon > Brain/Vilaine

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

From Brain/Vilaine to Pléchâtel, 36 km, 3 Lock(s), 5.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Brain/Vilaine > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Guipry/Messac > Pléchâtel

Guipry-Messac

This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.

Langon

This village is known for its arrangement of 28 menhirs, the "Damsels of Langon", as well as the Chapel of Sainte-Agathe, a 4th century former Gallo-Roman tomb.

From Pléchâtel to Guipry/Messac, 23 km, 6 Lock(s), 4.3 h of navigation

Stopover : Pléchâtel > Bourg-des-Comptes > Pléchâtel > Guipry/Messac

Guipry-Messac

This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.

From Guipry/Messac to Redon, 41 km, 1 Lock(s), 5.7 h of navigation

Stopover : Guipry/Messac > Ste Anne/Vilaine > Brain/Vilaine > Redon

Guipry-Messac

This new commune was created in January 2016 through the merging of Messac and Guipry. Designated a holiday "station verte", it is reputed to be the birthplace of the potato in France. Its flourmill was transformed into a restaurant some years ago.

Langon

This village is known for its arrangement of 28 menhirs, the "Damsels of Langon", as well as the Chapel of Sainte-Agathe, a 4th century former Gallo-Roman tomb.

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

Redon - La Gacilly - Malestroit - Redon

92 Km - 12 Locks - 15 h of navigation - 4 Nights

From Redon to Île aux Pies, 9 km, 1 Lock(s), 1.4 h of navigation

Stopover : Redon > Île aux Pies

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.

From Île aux Pies to St Martin/Oust, 31 km, 2 Lock(s), 4.5 h of navigation

Stopover : Île aux Pies > Glénac > La Gacilly > Glénac > Peillac > St Martin/Oust

La Gacilly

Stronghold of the Yves Rocher cosmetics empire, this small village is certainly of interest. More than twenty five craftspeople display their works of art to you in the pedestrian streets; the small port is very inviting for your boat (be aware that the number of places is limited), with all of the amenities you might require (electricity, water).

From St Martin/Oust to St Martin/Oust, 30 km, 6 Lock(s), 5.2 h of navigation

Stopover : St Martin/Oust > St Congard > Malestroit > St Congard > St Martin/Oust

Malestroit

Nicknamed the "Pearl of the West", Malestroit is an accredited Small Town of Character. With a perfectly preserved historical center located a stone's thrown from the Nantes to Brest Canal. You will be able to admire the many half-timbered (including the famous Maison de la Truie qui File and Maison du Pélican) and Renaissance (such as the Vieille Auberge) houses.

From St Martin/Oust to Redon, 22 km, 3 Lock(s), 3.5 h of navigation

Stopover : St Martin/Oust > Peillac > Île aux Pies > Redon

Redon

At the intersection of the Breton waterways (the Nantes to Brest Canal and the Vilaine river), Redon was once above all a commercial port. This port has the distinction of welcoming both river and naval boats due to its location: 3.5 hours from the ocean and accessible by sailing boat without having to remove the mast.
Cancellation Insurance€55.02
Cancellation due to illness, accident, hospitalisation and many other reasons !
Interruption of cruises due to drought or flooding
All passengers are insured
To find out more, view our insurance documents
The choice is compulsory
My complements
Name Quantity Price per unit
adjustment costs
€50.00
adjustment costs
€250.00
Bike
€28.00
Child bike seat
€10.00
Converter 12v/220v
€10.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
 €0.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
 €116.00
Free Cancellation Insurance
€0.00
Pay In Full
€0.00
Return transfer by taxi with CrisBoat (6 people max)

Transfert Taxi spécial

 €0.00
Skipper
€0.00
Supplement
€100.00
Unlimited prepaid fuel
€0.00
Waterways Map
€42.00
Name Quantity Price per unit
Child Bike
€28.00
Liberty Pack/All inclusive

This package includes unlimited fuel, the rental of 1 bike, the final cleaning of the boat (inside and outside), and the Deposit Insurance. We recommend booking this package if you plan to cruise more than 5 hours per day.

 €480.00
Sleeping kit if not included
€8.00
Special Guide
€0.00
Special Insurance
€0.00
My options

If you wait until the day of departure to pay for your extras, the rate may be higher and subject to availability..

Name Quantity Price per unit
Car park
€20.00
Cleaning service
€130.00
Pet
€80.00
Name Quantity Price per unit
Baby Set
€0.00
Bike
€32.00
Child Bike
€28.00
Cleaning Set
€12.00
Converter 12v/220v
€12.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
 €116.00
CrisBoat Deposit Insurance
Insure your deposit so that you get your money back if the deposit is retained in the event of damage caused to the boat during the cruise.
See conditions
 €116.00
Plancha/gas BBQ
€20.00
Tea towel set
€2.00
Towel set
€12.00

Customer reviews for CrisBoat

    The price of your charter includes

    • The rental of the boat
    • Fittings: equipment necessary for navigation
    • Crockery: in sufficient quantity for the number of passengers on board
    • Bedding*: sheets, blankets or duvets, pillows and pillow cases
    • Boat insurance
    • Navigation instruction and delivery of the yacht's card
    • Breakdown assistance available 7/7 during the base's opening hours
    • The navigation toll
    • A 13 kg gas bottle

    * Beds made up on certain boats in the 5 star range

     

    The price of your rental does not include

    • Cancellation insurance
    • Navigation guide
    • One way supplement
    • Deposit redemption insurance
    • The cleaning package
    • Cleaning kits, kitchen linen, towels**.
    • Deposit of 780 € to 3 250 €, depending on the boat
    • The navigation package. This includes all consumables used during your stay (oil, diesel, gas, etc.). Depending on the category of the boat, the package varies from 7 € to 22 € per hour of navigation.

    ** Included on some boats

The locks are electric and manned by lock keepers. They are always open.


In Britanny, river cruises are mainly done on canals (except between Redon and Rennes). Easy on the whole, little current, few dangers - this region is perfectly suited for a first river cruise experience. 
In 2024 and 2025: following long maintenance work, navigation will be interrupted on the Vilaine at the Moulin de Boël, between Messac and Rennes. You will therefore not be able to navigate as far as Rennes for the whole of the 2025 season.

Update of 18/04/25: Due to work to replace the Boël valve, navigation is only possible as far as Pierchatel until further notice. This means that you can only cruise north from Messac for 1.5 hours as far as the Molière lock. If you wish to visit Rennes from Messac, it is advisable to take the train - the station is just opposite the Messac base.

Update 18/04/25: Due to heavy flooding in January, mooring on the pontoons at La Gacilly is not possible until further notice, as the pontoons are not secure. Navigation on the Aff river is possible, but mooring is not. 

1° The boat

Yes, on every boats. There will be an additional charge.

Sheets are provided on all boats. Towels and tea towels are provided on many boats, otherwise it is possible to rent them on site by pre-booking and paying for them on the day of departure.

The dual steering position (inside and outside) with a terrace, the bow thruster (available on boats over 10 m), and the electric toilets (present on almost all boats) are all very useful for a successful cruise.
On some Comfort and Premium boats, you will also find a microwave, a bimini (retractable sun canopy), and an air conditioning/air cooling system, which can also be very pleasant.
On licence-free boats, the air-conditioning system can lower the interior temperature by up to 10 °C below the outside temperature (note: the performance of the air conditioning decreases significantly if the canal or river water temperature is too high, for example during heatwaves).

No. The engine hour meter (same as a car meter, but in operating hour) is read on the day of departure, as well as on the return trip. You will then pay the motor hours used x boat navigation rate (the rate may vary depending on the boat), unless you have opted for a Package including the prepaid naviagtion rate

Yes, on all boats. However, bring a rather long extension cord, because most of the time the plug will be located on the boat's inner dashboard (on the fleet Vision, Royal Mystique, Estivale Octo Fly and Horizon, there is a 220 V socket in each cabin) and if necessary plan to rent a 12v->220 v converter, if the boat is not equipped. Teh boat battery capacity may be limited, try as much as possible to moor on a dock equipped with power terminal.

No, Wi-Fi is not available on board the boats. However, a 4G key is available as an option if required.

No, household products are not provided. Please bring them with you and use eco-friendly, bleach-free products.

2° The Cruise

It should be noted that all regions are accessible to novices, except the Lot, which requires some navigation skills. The choice is made according to your desires and the region you want to discover. 

 

Once you have chosen the region, you must choose between a round trip cruise (return to the starting point) or a one-way trip (you drop the boat off at another base). It should be noted that a one-way ticket is only possible for cruises of at least one week and involves costs: one-way supplement (between €100 and €200) + if necessary, transfer of the vehicle (between €100 and €300). About 

90% of the rentals are made on a round-trip cruise.

3° Navigation

 It depends on the waterways. Generally speaking, on canals, there is no problem to moor in the middle of nature, however on most rivers, this is either impossible or inadvisable.

Yes, without any problem. In 2023, 63% of our customers rented a licence free boat for the first time.

 Depending on the number of boats, it takes between 20 min and 30 min (excluding waiting time in July/August on the Canal du Midi).

No. However, it is strongly recommended for children who do not know how to swim or for parents' first experience of navigation.

 Between 6 km/h and 10 km/h, depending on the current and wind.

You can navigate from sunrise to sunset. However, when there are lock keepers (which is the case on most waterways), you will be limited to the working hours of the lock keepers, which vary throughout the season.

  • Low season: from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 6pm (depending on the region)
  • High season: from 8:30 to 12:30 and from 13:30 to 19:00 (depending on the region)

You can order the waterways guide when booking your cruise. In this guide you will find all the information you need to prepare your cruise (locks, shops,...). If you do not have that guide, the base will lend you one on the day of departure.

Depending on the number of locks and the season, you will navigate on average of 5 to 7 hours per day, i.e. between 25km and 40km per day.

On the day of departure, the appointment is set at 4pm. You can arrive a little earlier, around 3pm, if the boat is ready and the staff is available, you can leave a little earlier. Between your arrival and departure, it takes about 2 hours (administrative formalities, introduction to navigation and loading of the boat).

Drop off is at 9am on the last day (except on certain bases, where the weekend return is made on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning). If you wish to free the boat earlier (for example on Sunday evening instead of Monday morning), you must inform the base on the day of departure.

4° Supplement

You can take out cancellation insurance, which covers the booking and all passengers. The conditions are available on this link. 

 

You can also buy back the deposit. Depending on the boat, it is a partial redemption or the guarantee insurance (cruise insurance plus).

There is no diesel station on the banks of rivers and canals. You will therefore not be able to refuel the boat. You generally have an autonomy of 2 weeks. 

 

On the day of departure, you leave with a full tank and the base reads the hour meter on the boat's engine. On return, the base reads the counter again and you set the number of hours of navigation x the boat's navigation package. 

Follow this link to get the cancellation insurance conditions.

This depends on the region and the place of navigation. Generally speaking, in France, only river-sea ports (Camargue in particular) charge a fee, as well as certain marinas offering all services (showers, electricity, water). In Scotland, Italy and Canada, you will be asked to pay a flat fee to cover these costs when you book.

Yes, you can either hire bikes from the base or take your own. Don't forget the anti-theft devices and helmets for children under 12.

Only the fuel costs (navigation package) and the mooring costs (certain regions only) are compulsory. The other supplements are only non-compulsory options (bicycles, gas barbecue, cleaning package, deposit repurchase, etc.).


On the day of departure, the base will ask you to pay a non-cash deposit by cheque (only possible in France), by credit card (in this case, remember to raise your credit card limit) or in cash. This deposit will be returned to you on your return, if no damage is found.

You can park your car in the street near the base (free of charge in most cases) or if the base has a private car park (which is the case at most bases). In this case, you will be charged between €40 and €55 per week, depending on the base.

5° Activities

Yes, but you will need to get a fishing card, in a specialized store or via this link. 

In most cases, it is either not recommended or prohibited to swim in the canals. The most suitable regions for swimming are Camargue, Le Lot , the Mayenne, the Petite Saône and the Charente.

In Camargue, you will navigate very close to the Mediterranean and you can go swimming directly in the sea in many places.

6° The crew

Yes, without any problem. On the day of departure, the base will provide life jackets adapted for the youngest.

It is strongly recommended that younger children are systematically equipped with them when they are outside. We also advise you to opt for boats with a footboard terrace at the back of the boat, such as the fleet Estivale, Sedan, Elegance and Horizon.

It is necessary to have at least 2 adults on board.

7° The booking

To confirm your booking, you must pay 50% of the rental price, the balance will be requested 6 weeks before departure. You will automatically receive a reminder email with payment terms and conditions.

Yes, you can choose to pay either by credit card or by bank transfer. 

Yes, you can find out about all our gift cards by following this link: https://www.capcadeau.com/cris-boat.

Overview of your cruise

Redon Monday Apr 13, 2026 at 3pm
Redon Friday Apr 17, 2026 at 9am
Rental price :
€1,079.00
Discounted price :
€917.00
By booking now, you save €162.00
Cancellation insurance :
€0.00
Total supplements :
€0.00
Total to be paid :
€917.00

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