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Le Boat Horizon 5 cruise information
Specifications
- Boat size
- Length 49′2″ ft (14.99 metres)
- Width 14′3″ ft (4.35 metres)
- Bow thruster
- Dual steering
- Shore power
- 220 Volts AC
- Central heating
- Air-cooling
Accommodation
- Number of guests: 12
- Double cabins: 1
- Convertible Twin/Double cabins: 4
- Convertible sofa: 1
- Bathrooms: 5
Recommended for 8 adults and 2 children
Plus...
- Bimini
- Flat screen TV
- Satellite TV
- Electric WC
- Alfresco kitchen
- DVD player
Guests have said...
Donal... ★★★★
We loved our experience on the Horizon 5 from the planning, to the choice of Nivernais canal, to the 90 locks, and especially to the company aboard, 8 family members. This boat is listed as a "12 person" boat, but we were only 8 and it was perfect for us. Since we had a couple of family "sailors", they became our captain and first mate, but everybody helped with everything from roping the bollards to cleaning up the kitchen, taking out the recycling and trash, and making sure the toilets didn't clog! (No toilet paper in the toilets, folks!! Captain's orders!) . We found plenty of places to buy food and ate out in suggested restaurants for dinner most of the time. The full-size kitchen refrigerator was a BIG plus for supplies...feeding eight crew for snacks, happy hour, lunches, and keeping up on bottled water. So, our trip was in September. We don't know if the lack of boat traffic was due to the Covid restrictions, or the fact that it was September, but we rarely had to wait for a lock, and found the lock keepers quite helpful and friendly...some wanted help, which our "team" gladly gave them, and others didn't. Either way was good, but it was fun to get out there and turn those cranks or open the bridges. Going straight through the locks was sometimes tricky, but we got better at it as time went by, and thanks to the bow/stern thrusters! Communication in France was troublesome but lucky for us we had two crew members who had "full service" phones. We recommend that strongly. Our Horizon 5 cruise was a "working and learning cruise", also a delicious adventure, and a family reunion, all rolled into one.
Susan D, September 2021
About the Horizon 5
The Le Boat Horizon 5 self-drive boat accommodates up to 12 passengers. This superior boat has been specially designed for friends and large families seeking a very comfortable boat with an array of features for a fun holiday.
The top fun-deck has a second steering position, retractable bimini, comfortable seating including settees, BBQ, sink, waterproof MP3 player and a sunbathing area.
The rear deck, accessible from the rear sliding doors, provides a second seating area, including seats with a backrest to flip in either direction... Perfect for fishing or admiring the view. Inside there is generous space with good head height throughout;
Horizon 5 Accommodation
- 1 forward cabin with fixed double bed, bright and spacious with ensuite bathroom including separate shower space
- 1 cabin with two singles convertible to a double bed, with ensuite bathroom including separate shower space
- 3 cabins each with 2 single beds convertible to a double; adjacent bathrooms including separate shower space
- Well equipped galley
- Fittings include a flat-screen satellite TV/DVD player, CD player, MP3 connectivity, and a lockable safe.
- The settee converts to make a double bed.
Horizon 5 Features
- Air cooling/heating throughout
- Bow and stern thruster for easy handling
- Shore power
- Wide walkways for easy access
- USB ports in all cabins
- Electric-flush toilets in all bathrooms
- Deck shower
- Dual steering, inside and outside
Horizon 5 boat plan
Le Boat Horizon 5 photos
Le Boat Horizon 5 cruise routes
This boat cruises in 12 regions with various routes, starting and ending points.
Rates and departures
Our dynamic pricing system guarantees you the best possible price of the day, including all applicable promotions for Le Boat.
Prices vary depending upon the composition of your crew, when and where you choose to cruise, and the duration.
We will be happy to send you a quotation for your ideal self-drive adventure.
Available in
Alsace, Aquitaine, Burgundy Canal, Burgundy Franche Comte, Camargue, Lot, Midi & Nivernais; Germany, Holland & Ireland
The price includes
- The boat and its equipment, crockery, cutlery and linen
- Cruising instructions on departure day
- Cruising documents, Canal Tolls, Technical assistance 7 days a week
The price does not include
- Cruise damage waiver insurance: From 54€ per day
- Security deposit: 3725€ if CDW is not taken, or 815€ if CDW is taken
- Consumables deposit: Short break 150€; 7-10 nights 225€; 11-14 nights 325€; 15 nights + 425€
- Consumables: charged at the end of your cruise, subject to market prices
- Post-cruise cleaning: 130€
- Onboard equipment will record how many hours you run your engine for during your cruise and you will be charged a rate per hour when you return your boat – payable at your end base in local currency. This cost covers the fuel you use to power the boats engine and onboard systems (such as heating), as well as gas and general engine wear & tear.
Our Sales Team can give you a more accurate rate for your particular boat type/region, based on our most recent rates published. However, the actual rate you will pay will be confirmed with you at check-in.
Payment schedule: 50% at the time of reservation; balance due 90 days prior to departure
Horizon 5 enquiries and reservations
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Contact us via this form for a prompt reply and personalized help: We will contact you within 24 hours, usually much sooner.
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