Lake Como Boat - Rental in Varenna
Lake Como Boat - Rental in Varenna
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If you prefer the freedom of driving your own boat whit your friends and family . You don't need a boat license to rent a Ranieri motorboat 6pax or 7 pax. Please visit our rental page or call the number . These vessels can take either six or seven passengers with a 40hp engine, costs are listed below and include both insurance and fuel. Boats are equipped with safety equipment and sun canopy. We also have a Ranieri with 150hp engine , for those who have a nautical licence, although given the size of the engine fuel is not included with this option. Please see the calendar here, for your choice of date and time of booking, payment can be made by credit card or cash Remember to bring €100 cash deposit and some form of ID to leave as security when you check in for your vessel.
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- Cody S3 contributionsDo it, ya know you wannaGreat experience. A great way to see the lake. Rain was forecasted for the day that we originally booked and we were able to switch days no problem. The boy worked perfectly with no issues at all and employees were very nice and helpful. There are many public docks along the lake so you can visit some of the smaller villagesVisited April 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten April 19, 2023
- Katherine R1 contributionExcellent service and an amazing experience!We had an absolutely amazing time on one of Davide's boats today on lake Como! He was so welcoming, chatty and helpful, even answering any questions we had whilst out on the lake. The boat was brand new, stunning! A perfect way to see the lake for sureVisited May 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten May 15, 2023
- James CGold Coast, Australia13 contributionsPerfectFantastic service. Easy booking online. These guys sure know what they doing. The boats are all new or nearly new, so clean and powerful. You also receive instructions before you leave. I would say the best place for boat rental in Lake Como.Visited July 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten July 28, 2023
- Izzy S3 contributionsSuper helpful and amazing experienceRenting a boat out was a last minute decision for us, so nothing was booked. We turned up, asked if there was anything available, and to our surprise they worked hard to get us a boat to rent within 30 minutes of arriving. They were very informative about how to use the boat, and in general lovely people. In my opinion, the prices too are extremely reasonable compared to my expectations. This is a must do in Varrena!Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 12, 2023
- Wallace FSliema, Malta6 contributionsGreat experience!!!We had an absolutely perfect experience with this boat rental company. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The quality of the boats was exceptional, and they were in pristine condition. The customer service exceeded my expectations – the staff was friendly, helpful, and made sure all our questions were answered.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten August 13, 2023
- LoganMilwaukee, Wisconsin15 contributionsRenting a boat on lake como is a must doRenting a boat on Lake Como was one of our favorite parts of our trip to Italy. The process of reserving a boat was quick and easy, and the company was quick to get back to us. We didn't reserve the boat until the night before (luckily there were still some left), and they got right back to us. Checking the boat out was pretty quick and easy. The tutorial is very brief (which I prefer as we get the boat for more time). It's not very hard to use a boat, but if you have no idea this might not be the activity for you. Two hours was just barely enough time to see Bellagio, Managgio, Villa del Balbianello (star wars villa), and Orrido di Nesso. We also wanted to see Villa Oleandra (George Clooney's villa), but ran out of time. I think 3 hours would have been perfect to see all of that, 4 hours would give us all that and some time to relax and swim and get out at some of the sites. We went early in the morning at 9 am which is their first time slot. I would definitely recommend this as there were a lot fewer boats out on the water at the start compared to when we brought the boat back. It was also nice to have some snacks out on the water, so I'd recommend stopping at a grocery store. NaturalMente Varenna Food is where we went. There's an ATM right there as well if you need cash to pay for the boat.Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 24, 2023
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Mick G
Ireland5 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Piloting our own boat on Lake Como for 3 hours is an experience we'll never forget. Davide from Lake Como Boat Varenna was friendly and clear with his instructions, so we had no fear going put on the water with no previous boating experience. It was great value for money, the Ranieri 18 was the perfect size boat for a couple. Highly recommended!
Written September 23, 2022
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Cody S
3 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Great experience. A great way to see the lake. Rain was forecasted for the day that we originally booked and we were able to switch days no problem. The boy worked perfectly with no issues at all and employees were very nice and helpful. There are many public docks along the lake so you can visit some of the smaller villages
Written April 19, 2023
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joepatton123
Seattle, WA51 contributions
Sep 2022 • Business
We booked the smaller boat but Luca let us know when we got there that it was under maintenance so we had to rent the bigger one which was more expensive.
There was then a misunderstanding on the time we were allotted to rent it and we went 20 minutes over. Luca lost his temper on us and started getting really hostile even after I let him know we’d gladly pay for the extra time and that I had made a mistake. I felt really bad for him because he clearly has issues keeping himself under control and professional when he gets upset - poor guy. I hope he gets the help he needs.
Wouldn’t recommend this company to anyone.
There was then a misunderstanding on the time we were allotted to rent it and we went 20 minutes over. Luca lost his temper on us and started getting really hostile even after I let him know we’d gladly pay for the extra time and that I had made a mistake. I felt really bad for him because he clearly has issues keeping himself under control and professional when he gets upset - poor guy. I hope he gets the help he needs.
Wouldn’t recommend this company to anyone.
Written October 30, 2022
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YoleneC
Royan, France2 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
Best day ever! We have rent a boat for 3 hours. You’re able to visit the lake as you want, swim, stop if you need to visit something. No driver license needed it was just AWESOME ☀️🤩 thank you so much !
Written June 20, 2021
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David G
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
They arrived 26 minutes late for our 1 hour tour. Would not extend and attempted to charge us 350 instead of 400 intending to claim this was a generous discount for their mismanagement of time. Entirely disappointing experience. The surrounding boat tour operators all said this is common for this company and we’re laughing.
Written July 5, 2023
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awj
12 contributions
Jun 2022 • Couples
David was very welcoming and helpful. We had a full briefing on the boat and it was a joy to drive. Sun canopy was perfect and the 2 hours we had was ideal for visiting the James Bond setting from Cadino Royale, Menaggio, Tremezzo, Belaggio and back to Varenna to see our hotel from the lake. Highly recommended.
Written July 1, 2022
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Izzy S
3 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
Renting a boat out was a last minute decision for us, so nothing was booked. We turned up, asked if there was anything available, and to our surprise they worked hard to get us a boat to rent within 30 minutes of arriving.
They were very informative about how to use the boat, and in general lovely people. In my opinion, the prices too are extremely reasonable compared to my expectations.
This is a must do in Varrena!
They were very informative about how to use the boat, and in general lovely people. In my opinion, the prices too are extremely reasonable compared to my expectations.
This is a must do in Varrena!
Written August 12, 2023
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Joel
3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
This is a fantastic and very reasonably priced activity. We rented the small boat and it was the perfect size for 3 people. Four hours was plenty of time to leisurely see the waterfall at Nesso (and jump off the bridge), go down to Como, and see the James Bond place, along with so many other sights you need to be on the water to enjoy. The boat was easy to use, even for complete novices like us. Highly recommended
Written July 12, 2022
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Wallace F
Sliema, Malta6 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
We had an absolutely perfect experience with this boat rental company. From start to finish, everything was top-notch. The quality of the boats was exceptional, and they were in pristine condition. The customer service exceeded my expectations – the staff was friendly, helpful, and made sure all our questions were answered.
Written August 13, 2023
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Katherine R
1 contribution
May 2023 • Couples
We had an absolutely amazing time on one of Davide's boats today on lake Como! He was so welcoming, chatty and helpful, even answering any questions we had whilst out on the lake. The boat was brand new, stunning! A perfect way to see the lake for sure
Written May 15, 2023
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We have a car. Is there parking near you?
Can we book when we get there or do we have to book online?
Simon B
21 contributions
We used the multi storey car park just up the road..
MoJoWithers
Denver, CO
Hi There -
We have a party of 8 (4 adults and 4 children ages 10 -14) - do you have a boat that could accomodate our size?
Thanks,
Molly
Luca Percivale
Lecco, Italy121 contributions
Hello,
Our boat for rental 7 pax max!
Watertaxi private tour 12pax whit a skipper.
You can book online !
For any info write a email
Axel S
Cisarua, Indonesia1 contribution
Helo,
Can a 3 year old board the boat together with the parent?
Luca Percivale
Lecco, Italy121 contributions
Off course !
We have a small life jacket
Best,
Nautica varenna
ron m
Houston, TX413 contributions
We will be in Varenna area for just 1 day on August 28, 2018 . Considering renting a boat for 2-3 hours . I am an experienced boater for over 20 years , live on a lake and own a 27' boat. What size boat to you recommend for our party of just 4 adults. Also, is it possible to dock the boat at another location such as Bellagio to visit ? Thank You
RelayGB
Andwell, UK70 contributions
If you’re an experienced boater then you can hire boats over 40hp but the one we hired (2 of us) was fine for Como for 2 hours and also I’d say there’s enough space for 4 adults. Plenty of mooring places in all lakeside towns but Bellagio will be tight for space in August. Suggest either at the restaurant at the point (forget the name - directly opposite Varenna) and also in front of the Gardens (c500m from the main ferry piers). The Gardens are well worth a visit (that’s from someone who does not normal ‘do gardens’!).
Greg
Charleston, SC20 contributions
My friends did this this last week and they had a guide as well. I believe his name was Maurino
Hello,
To rent a boat, must we have a drive licence ?
Best regards
julie n
Portsmouth, UK46 contributions
Hello
thank you for your enquiry.
No, you don't need a driving licence on our boats with 40hp engines.
best wishes
nautica service
triciamg2016
Rochester, NY33 contributions
Do they charge per person or per boat tour? We are a family of 4.
Thank you.
easytiger62
Melbourne29 contributions
They charged for the boat per hour.
mgmorelli
Cortland, OH1 contribution
Julia is also going to book this for us. When would you suggest is the best time to enjoy our cruise about the lake?
Patricia D
Alexandria, VA3 contributions
Hi! I am looking to rent a boat for the whole week. We have docking at our villa. Is this possible?
Thank you!
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