Gold Trusted Service Award
Gold Trusted Service Award
Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience.
Rosette
Boating expertise since 1969
With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
Compass
18 amazing destinations
Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
Boat
World’s largest fleet
We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
Buoy
No boat license required
That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
  • Gold Trusted Service Award
    Gold Trusted Service Award
    Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience.
  • Rosette
    Boating expertise since 1969
    With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
  • Compass
    18 amazing destinations
    Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
  • Boat
    World’s largest fleet
    We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
  • Buoy
    No boat license required
    That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
  • Gold Trusted Service Award
    Gold Trusted Service Award
    Awarded by Feefo, which independently collects reviews from our customers, the award recognizes businesses that consistently deliver a world-class customer experience.
  • Rosette
    Boating expertise since 1969
    With over 50 years of experience and expertise, we're passionate about providing unbeatable vacations on the water.
  • Compass
    18 amazing destinations
    Our extensive network of bases across 9 countries means you can enjoy a return-trip or choose from a wide selection of one-way routes.
  • Boat
    World’s largest fleet
    We have more river and canal boats available than any other operator, available to hire between April and October. Our wide range of boats sleeps between 2-12 people.
  • Buoy
    No boat license required
    That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
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The Horizon fleet

The next generation of river cruiser

The Premier Horizon fleet was designed exclusively for Le Boat with customers in mind! Parties from 2  - 12 people looking for more features and a higher spec now have the perfect option with a large forward stateroom and the roomy ‘fundeck’ which is the largest top-deck area of any boat of its size on Europe’s inland waterways.

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The Horizon

All Horizon models have been designed in a similar format and with the same attention to detail; allowing you to enjoy the European & Canadian waterways in true style and comfort.

 

Each model has a slightly different cabin configuration to suit any party size up to twelve people. All Horizon models enjoy the same spacious sundeck, with a barbeque and sunbathing area. The light and airy saloon and fully equipped kitchen has oversized windows and opens up to a rear seating area through large sliding glass doors.

 

The Horizon is the perfect boat to enjoy the spectacular scenery that fringe the waterway!

 

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Key features:

  • Roomy and comfortable saloon and kitchen with generous headroom and over-sized windows for uninterrupted views
  • Spacious cabins with USB ports
  • Spacious ‘fundeck’ with table, sink and BBQ hotplate
  • Sunbathing area
  • Separate shower cubicles in bathrooms
  • Bow AND stern thruster for easier handling and wide walkways for easy access to all sides of the boat
  • Twin seat at the front
  • Large sliding glass doors to outside seating. Backrest flips so you can face either direction
  • Air cooling and heating
  • Additional ‘Horizon PLUS’ boat features: that ‘new boat smell’, memory foam mattresses, SMART TV and premium cushions on the sun deck seating

     

What customers are saying about Horizon..

Sune Frandsen says...

"The boat was easy to drive and the boat itself was even nicer than what we had hoped for! I would definitely recommend Le Boat!"

 

 

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Fred Robinson says...

"As an owner of a Horizon boat I was pleased that the boat met my expectations, being easy to handle and moor with plenty of living space both in the saloon and on the fly bridge."

 

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The Horizon fleet

We have carefully listened to our customers and challenged ourselves to design a range of boats that tick all of the boxes in terms of space, ease of handling, accessibility and onboard features... and our NEW Horizon PLUS models are identical in build, layout and quality to our standard Horizon fleet, but have a few additional features to make your experience even better including that ‘new boat smell’, memory foam mattresses, SMART TV and premium cushions on the sun deck seating

Horizon 1 and Horizon 1 PLUS

Horizon 1 Deckplan

The first Horizon model was launched in 2016 to rave reviews and is available in many destinations. With one master en-suite cabin, and a smaller cabin for two additional people or just for storage, it’s the perfect boat for couples or families with small children.

  • Sleeps: 5 (2+3)
  • Cabins: 1 (+ 1 smaller cabin which is not en-suite)
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Size: 11.5m x 4.25m

 Horizon 1 available in all cruising regions.

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Horizon 1 PLUS available in France (all regions except Charente, Lot and Camargue) and Canada.

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Horizon 2 and Horizon 2 PLUS

Horizon 2-S Deckplan

The Horizon 2 is similar to the Horizon 1 (2+3), but with two en-suite cabins. Although the master cabin is smaller, it is perfect for two couples looking for a bit more privacy or a family who would like two bathrooms.

  • Sleeps: 5 (4+1)
  • Cabins: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Size: 11.5m x 4.2m

Horizon 2 available in France - all regions (except Aquitaine, Brittany & Charente), Italy, Holland, Ireland, England and Canada

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Horizon 2 PLUS available in France (Brittany and Canal du Midi regions) and Canada.

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Horizon 3 and Horizon 3 PLUS

Horizon 3 Deckplan

The Horizon 3 offers three en-suite cabins, allowing larger groups to holiday together, with the privacy of their own bathrooms.

  • Sleeps: 7 (6+1)
  • Cabins: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Size: 13.5m x 4.3m

Horizon 3 available in France - Burgundy Franche-Comté; Canal du midi, Brittany; Lot; Alsace; Germany; Ireland; England; Holland; Canada

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Horizon 3 PLUS available in France (Alsace-Lorraine region) and Canada

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Horizon 4 and Horizon 4 PLUS

Horizon 4 Deckplan

The Horizon 4 is perfect for groups of friends and groups of couples with its four en-suite cabins. 

  • Sleeps: 9 (8+1)
  • Cabins: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Size: 13.5m x 4.35m

Horizon 4 available in France - all regions (except Aquitaine); Germany; England; Holland; Belgium; Ireland (cannot cruise on the Lough Allen); Canada

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Horizon 4 PLUS available in France (Canal du Midi region) and Canada.

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Horizon 5 and Horizon 5 PLUS

Horizon 5 Deckplan

The Horizon 5 is the largest model of the Horizon range, perfect for larger groups with its 5 en-suite cabins

  • Sleeps: 12 (10+2)
  • Cabins: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Size: 14.74m x 4.35m

Available in France - all regions (except Brittany, Charente), Holland, Ireland, Germany and Canada

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Horizon 5 PLUS available in France (Canal du Midi, Nivernais and Burgundy region) and Holland.

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Horizon Boat Ownership Program

If you have money to invest and enjoy boating more than once each year, our Boat Ownership Program is too good an opportunity to miss. Benefits include a monthly income, 8 weeks vacation every year and access to over 16 different European regions & Canada. We'll moor, insure and maintain your boat for free!