Como Lake: Self Drive Boat Rental - Without License

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Lombardy, Italy

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10+ bookings last month.

1 to 5 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

5.0

· Carissa_M ·

May 2026

Pier was great! The boat was clean and ran great. Our family had a great time on Lake Como, highly recommend this over a boat tour

· Mia_R ·

Jul 2026

We had such great fun, easily the best holiday experience if going with friends. Pier Luigi gave us a great briefing on how to handle the boat and managed our reservation very well, also with communication over Whatsapp etc. Next time we would definately book it for 4 hours.

Overview

Ditch the tour group and take the wheel yourself on this self-guided boating experience on Lake Comp. No license is required—a full safety briefing gets you confident before you leave the dock—and from there, Lake Como is entirely yours. Chart your own course past grand Belle Époque villas and quiet lakeside villages at whatever pace suits you best.

Experience Lake Como the way locals do—independently and unhurried on a private boat
Avoid the crowds of shared tours with a fully private boat for your group
Cruise across the lake in an easy to handle 17-foot (5 meter) motorboat
Choose a duration to suit you—from two to five hours

What's Included

Private transportation

Fuel surcharge

To pay on Site €25 each hour

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Lungo Lario Trieste, 28, 22100 Como CO, Italy
Public Dock in front of Bar Lario

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Abdulaziz_A

I had a fantastic time with this boat rental service. Mr. Pier, the service provider, was incredibly kind, helpful, and cooperative throughout the entire process. The boat was in great condition, and everything was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy a memorable day on the lake!

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We had such great fun,...

Mia_R, Jul 2026

Great boat rental experience on Lake Como!

Krista_S, Jul 2026

Our group rented the boat for 4 hours and had 4 passengers. Upon arrival, Pier welcomed us onto the boat and shared all the rules for the boat and the lake. We were “pulled over” by the police for a routine inspection and Pier extended our time to allow us the full 4 hours on the boat. Pier was very nice and responded quickly to any questions we had. I would highly recommend this boat rental!

Excellent

Kathryn_S, Jul 2026

Wonderful experience! Very detailed instructions and the workers made it stress free and extremely enjoyable!

Such great experience in Lake Como

YULONG_D, Jun 2026

The boat is in good condition and really easy to operate. It’s a must try experience when you’re in Lake Como and we had really fun time.

Amazing experience freedom to travel the lake as a couple - special

Neil_R, Jun 2026

Amazing day on the lake! Boat had Bluetooth so was playing all our favourite songs whilst site seeing! Had for three hours and got up past Torno! Plenty of time. It was just the best.

Great guy, very organised...

Jack_F, Jun 2026

Great guy, very organised and gave us good advice. The boat is great as well. Easy to get to off the train.

3hr boat rental

Alastair_R, Jun 2026

Lots of fun and freedom to explore such a beautiful lake, Pier was great help and very friendly. We managed to get up to Nesso and back with plenty of time to stop and swim.

Our private boat rental...

Haylee_S, Jun 2026

Our private boat rental on Lake Como was absolutely unforgettable. From the moment we stepped aboard, everything was seamless, professional, and easy to navigate. The boat was clean and comfortable with a canopy, and even a bluetooth speaker. Pier was knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we were confident in driving the boat before we departed the port. If you’re visiting Lake Como, a private boat tour is a must, and this experience exceeded every expectation. Worth every penny and a memory we will cherish forever.

Pier was great! The boat...

Carissa_M, May 2026

Pier was great! The boat was clean and ran great. Our family had a great time on Lake Como, highly recommend this over a boat tour

Great trip

Munthir_A, Oct 2025

It was a wonderful trip, and the guide (pier ) was cooperative, energetic, and explained all the instructions and safety guidelines very professionally.

Best boat cruise in Como

Povilas_V, Oct 2025

Amazing boat cruise! Loved to pilot the boat myself. Great views along the lake coast. Also, the host was very friendly, explained everything well, and overall made the experience better.

Great trip on Lake como

Mark_M, Oct 2025

Had a great hour on the lake, the owner met us by the pier and gave instructions before we headed out on the water. The boat was in good condition and the price was excellent for hire in the centre of Como. Definitely recommend

Amazing time!! 🥰

Natasha_O, Oct 2025

Such a gorgeous evening! We hired a boat with Piere on Saturday, and we was running a little late but Piere kindly had no issue with delaying our trip by half an hour so we could make our trip on time! Piere was super lovely and very easy to contact and provided more than enough information about the boat and how to run on our own!!! Would definitely recommend! Nothing but good words to say about our trip 🥰🥰🥰

Amazing experience

Iona_A, Oct 2025

We booked an hour and it was amazing ,obviously didn’t get that far up the lake but wasn’t expecting to. you’d need a good 3/4 hours at least to get further up. Boat was gorgeous. Pier was amazing he texted before to meet us and tell us how the boat worked and also gave us an extra 15 minutes due to weather conditions and having to go a bit slower, which I thought was really considerate. Great experience definitely worth doing it even if you only do an hour.

Enjoy a trip on the lake in Pier’s boat 🚤

Katie_W, Sep 2025

Fab experience, driving around Lake Como. Would 100% recommend, all communication was done via What’s App. Boat arrived on time. Great instructions from Pier on how to use the boat and how navigate the lake. It can get choppy when bigger boats go past, but it’s fun 😎😎

The best thing I did in...

dylan_h, Aug 2025

The best thing I did in my como in my short trip there rented a boat for 4 hours it worked amazingly and was able to go all the way up to Villa del Balbianello and back and have a little time to swim aswell and the people who run the company are extremely helpful and nice people who make sure you understand everything before you go

Fantastic family experience on Lake Como

JamesRainey, Aug 2025

We had an amazing time hiring a boat in Como! It was a perfect family activity – beautiful views, easy to manage, and so much fun. The host was really friendly and flexible, making sure we felt safe and enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area with kids!

Excellent service, we...

Ivo_D, Aug 2025

Excellent service, we were contacted upfront, received a good explanation about the boat And of course navigating the boat on the lake and swimming in the Como lake was wonderful

Breva private boat hire for 2 hours

Paul_B, Aug 2025

This was a great excursion. We rented a boat for two hours to tour Lake Como, with Breva Boat Tours Como. We met Pier at the side of the harbour, and he gave us all the instructions we needed. The boat was clean and in good working order. Pier gave us the location of a place we could swim which was fantastic. Lake Como is beautiful! Would definitely recommend this if you want a private boat for a few hours.

Wonderful on the Water!!

Paige_H, Aug 2025

Beautiful experience! To avoid feeling rushed we probably should have rented four hours instead of three for travel time to see Villa Balbienello. There was more boat traffic than we expected but it’s still the high season, which made the water a bit choppy. Pierre was our representative from the boating operation and he did an excellent job. He explained everything in English very well & was extremely responsive on What’s App.

Best experience ever! thank you Pier!

Salina_T, Aug 2025

It was our first time driving a boat, but Pier explained everything very professionally and easily, and helped us become confident drivers. It was the best experience I had in Como and I will definitely do it again when i return. Than you Pier!

Our 5 hour boat trip was...

Anoushka_H, Aug 2025

Our 5 hour boat trip was an amazing experience to explore the stunning views on the lake of Como and take a dip in the refreshing water!

Great customer service...

Nramtoola, Aug 2025

Great customer service and clear instructions provided by Pier. He was flexible on timing and boat was available at the agreed time.

Highly recommend

Mark_S, Aug 2025

This was such good fun. Pier was very friendly, informative and showed us how to operate the boat with ease despite this being our first time. He made the whole experience relaxed and we enjoyed absolutely stunning views on the Lake. This is a must if you are visiting Lake Como

Como boat trip

Matthew_E, Aug 2025

Great trip, Pier and his colleague were very informative and helpfully. Booked for 2 hrs, Pier advised where to go to get the best out of the trip. Good boat, great area and great guys, Good to see two young chaps running a good business.

Highly recommended!

Matt_H, Aug 2025

What a great experience! Fantastic service and communication from Pier, and a true highlight of our holiday. Highly recommended!

Fantastic afternoon with a family.

Sarah_S, Aug 2025

This has been one of our best experiences so far at Lake Como. We hired the boat for 3 hours, which flew by. There was great communication leading up to the experience. On arrival he had someone waiting for us whilst he helped the previous people off the boat. Then showed us around the harbour, initially explaining the rules of the lake then of the boat. Pier messaged us 2 suggestions of beautiful and peaceful spots which we could swim in. A fantastic day for our family (3 teenagers). We would definitely do it again.

Super

Abdulrahman_A, Aug 2025

I had an absolutely amazing time! This experience is one you don’t want to miss! Pier is an incredible skipper & coach who truly makes all the difference!

We booked two boats for...

Jo_A, Jul 2025

We booked two boats for our family last minute through Tripadvisor, but unfortunately, only one was available. The owner quickly reached out and arranged for a second boat through an alternate operator, matching the original price. We really appreciated this professional and thoughtful resolution. On the day of our rental, we met the owner in person. He walked us through how to operate the boat and shared helpful tips on sightseeing and the best spots to swim. The boat was clean, well-maintained, and easy to drive. Nature took care of the rest—it was a beautiful and memorable day!

Easy experience

Connor_V, Jul 2025

Pier asked if we could change our time slot which we were happy to do. When we got there he showed us the controls for self driving which were really simple and easy to understand. We booked for 3 hours which was just enough time to get a little less than half way up the lake, stop for an hour to swim and then return to Como. As a thank you for agreeing to change our time slot, Pier gave us a bottle of Asti on our return.