Self Drive Boat Rental License Free in Lake Como
Description
Como, Cernobbio, Laglio, Comacina island, Nesso and many other wonderful destinations on the lake to discover while driving a new, fast and welcoming boat, in complete autonomy and without the need for a boat licence. Our staff will show you the rules of the lake so you can navigate in complete safety. You will have a map of the lake at your disposal and we will be happy to answer your requests regarding places or attractions you would like to visit. You will be shown where to find safety equipment. What are you waiting for? book now!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(120)
It was a great experience. We departed from Como and could go as far as we wanted. Two hours were sufficient. Even boiling weather couldn’t stop us. Swimming is allowed!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're pleased to hear that two hours gave you enough time to enjoy the beauty of Lake Como. A swim is the perfect way to cool down during those warm summer days! We hope to welcome you back soon! Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
Friendly staff. Good boat 5/5
thank you so much for your great feedback! 😊 we hope to see you again next time. We wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
I booked it for one hour, but I would recommend booking two hours if the weather is nice. The location is easy to reach, and the team is very helpful.
Dear Ahmad, Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your boating experience and found our location convenient and our team helpful. 😊 We appreciate your recommendation and agree that spending more time on the lake can make the experience even more enjoyable, especially on a beautiful day, for this, you must come back soon😉 Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
Great experience, reasonable price. Easy to book and great communication.
Thank you!🍀 We really hope to see you again for another adventure on Lake Como! 🤩 Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
I had not been on a boat since i was really young (maybe 5/6 years old), so I was slightly nervous about being on the water alone. But once id arrived Ignacio explained everything really clearly which instantly eliminated any stress I had. The boat is super easy to drive and there's plenty of space on the lake to drive around and enjoy yourself pretty freely. Was a beautiful experience which I'm glad I booked, and would definitely do it again! Thank you to Ignacio for making me feel comfortable and being clear with all the important info.
Dear Yousif, thank you for your great feedback!😊 We are happy to know that even after many years, you felt comfortable and safe driving our boat thanks to Ignazio’s briefing. There is nothing like the freedom of Lake Como, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!!🍀 Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division.
First and foremost, they charge an additional €25 per hour of booking at the end, it’s stated in the terms and conditions. Once you’ve gotten past that, the experience is great and pretty reasonable considering your other choice is to pay way more for other boats or queue 2 to 3 hours for a ferry ticket. Rented for 2 hours and we managed to get all the way to Nesso, admired the view, and turned back to enjoy a wonderful trip back down to Como. It’s definitely more worth it in a group of 4 or so, but it’s really straightforward and they speak English! Be sure to come a bit early!
Hello! 😊 Thank you for your kind words! We are super happy that you had a great experience and that you managed to enjoy the beauty of Nesso from the lake, it truly is a magical perspective. 😉 Regarding the fuel cost of €25 per hour, we really care about transparency. This is why we make sure it is clearly mentioned at every step: on the booking platform, during the payment process, and right on your ticket, we want our guests to have all the information upfront! We are happy you found our service a great alternative to the long ferry queues and that our team was able to assist you well. It was a pleasure having you on board, we hope to see you again! 😊 Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
Was an insane experience, was our first time boating and it went well. We got a good explanation
Hi Senay, thank you for the great feedback! 😊 We are so happy that you chose us for your very first time driving a boat. It’s a pleasure to hear that our explanation made the experience smooth and enjoyable for you. We hope to see you again soon for another adventure on Lake Como! 😉 Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
everything top, we would do again immediately!
Hello and many thanks for the great feedback!! 😊 It was a pleasure having you with us, and we're so happy you’d do it all over again! We'll be waiting for your next visit. Wish you all the best, Shusciu Nautical Division
Fun activity for groups of friends but less for couples or if you want to see larger parts of lake Como. Expensive for what it is just for two persons, especially with public transport options available.
Hi Dimitri, thank you for sharing your feedback! 😊 We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the experience as a group activity. We understand that for couples, a license-free boat may feel less convenient compared to public transport, especially if the goal is to explore a larger part of Lake Como. Our boats are designed more for a relaxed, slow-paced experience along the shoreline, allowing guests to enjoy the scenery at their own pace. 😉 We really appreciate your perspective and hope to welcome you again for a different kind of experience next time! Best regards, Shusciu Nautical Division
Was told on a warm sunny day with clear skies and low winds 5 minutes before the booking there is a red weather warning. Multiple boats are still leaving the dock and we were being offered tours at the same time. Photo attached of what the day looked like.
Dear Gary, Thank you for your review. On March 30th, 2026, there was an official **red weather alert** in Como and on the lake due to strong winds reaching up to 80 km/h. In fact, for safety reasons, none of our boats went out that day, and all bookings including yours were cancelled and fully refunded. For us, customer safety is the absolute priority. We cannot and will not take the risk of allowing clients to go out driving a boat themselves in such dangerous weather conditions. For this reason, we are honestly surprised by your comment. The situation in Como city and on the lake was critical, and no boats were operating that day, including public ferry services. We are sorry that you felt disappointed, but describing this as a “scam” is not accurate, especially considering that you were fully refunded and the cancellation was made purely for safety reasons. We truly hope to welcome you again in the future, perhaps on a calm and sunny day, so you can fully enjoy the experience. 😉 We wish you all the best. Kind regards, Shusciu Nautical Division
