Check-in information Drachten
Welcome on board
We warmly welcome you on board!
To help you prepare for your boat holiday, we have made this board manual. It contains instructions on operating the boat, navigation rules, sailing routes, and other important information. You can also plan your trip using our suggested routes.
If you are heading out onto the IJsselmeer, the Wadden Sea, the Markermeer, or any other large body of water, please first read the conditions for navigating Zone II under the section “Zone II Waters” in Sailing Information Drachten.
If you have any questions, our team is always ready to assist you!
We wish you a pleasant journey!
Team De Drait
Important information
To make your holiday as pleasant as possible, we have compiled an overview of important information.
- Treat the boat as it is your own.
- Always follow the instructions given by the Drait staff.
- Always navigate using the most up-to-date water cards or a Reliable navigation app.
- Commercial vessels always have priority. Overtaking commercial Trafic is NOT allowed, as it can lead to dangerous situations.
- Check the battery capicity before departure. We recommend switching between one day/night connected to shore power and one day/night in nature to maintain the batteries.
- The batteries provide power for electrical equipment such as the coffee machine, microwave/oven, hair dryer, phone chargers, and stereo. Be careful not to use too many devices at once, as this may overload the batteries. The maximum power load is 2 kilowatts (2000 watts).
- In case the batteries are overloaded and permanently damaged due to the use of your own equipment (e.g., stereo, beer tap), we will unfortunately have to charge repair costs.
- Plan your trip carefully and be aware of the water depth.
- The Campi and BunBo boats are not suitable for long distances and for sailing on major canals. We definately do not recommended this for beginners. Please explore the beautiful alternative routes.
- Sailing is only permitted between sunrise and sunset. It is NOT allowed to sail during twilight or in the dark.
- Planning to sail on the IJsselmeer, Wadden Sea, or Markermeer? More information and a permission form can be found under the heading “Zone II waters” in Sailing Information Drachten.
- No rights can be derived from this onboard manual. If you have any questions or doubts, please contact De Drait.
Adress & contactdetails
Harbour office (check-in): Buitenstvallaat 2b, 9204 WX Drachten
Reception (water sports shop): Biskopswei 27, 9213 VM De Wilgen
When you enter our terrain, you can park your car next to the harbour office or in the central parking area. You will find the harbour office directly next to the charter boulevard, where our boats are moored.
Servicenumber Yachtcharter De Drait: +31 512 513 276
General emergency number (ambulance, police en fire brigade): 112
Check-in info
Check-in time
Friday to Monday: Check in at the harbour office, Buitenstvallaat 2b in Drachten.
Tuesday to Thursday Check in at the water sports shop/head office, Biskopswei 27 in De Wilgen (on the other side of the water).
The check-in time on Monday and Friday is from 3:00 PM onwards. On certain days or when other arrangements have been made, a different check-in time may apply, so always check the check-in time on your booking confirmation. Is there no staff member present at the office? Then please contact us by phone at +31 512 513 276.
Would you like to check in earlier? Please report to the harbour office and, if the boat is ready, you may be able to board earlier in consultation. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee this. It is possible that after checking in you will be asked to wait until the boat is ready.
Preparations for Check-in
Deposit:
For a quick and smooth check-in, we kindly ask you to transfer the deposit to us in advance. You can transfer the deposit to NL87 ABNA 0546 4169 69, in the name of Yachtcharter De Drait B.V., mentioning your booking number.
If you have not yet received a payment confirmation by email, please bring proof of payment to the check-in.
Would you prefer to pay the deposit upon check-in? On-site, the deposit can also be paid by debit card (preferred) or cash. Unfortunately, credit cards are not accepted.
Boating License:
Do you have a boating license? If so, please bring it along on your trip. However, a boating license is not required for sailing our boats.
Would you like to sail on the IJsselmeer or the Wadden Sea? In that case, a boating license is mandatory, and you will also need our permission to do so. For more information, please read under “Zone II waters” in the “Sailing Information” section.
Skipper Training:
Do you have little or no boating experience? Then we recommend booking our skipper training. This is a practical training session of approximately one hour before departure with the rented boat. It helps you start your trip with more confidence and skills! Read more under “Skipper Training” below.
Route:
Be well prepared before setting out on the water and plan your route in advance. Under “Sailing Information” → “Routes”, you will find several suggested routes.
Packing List:
Don’t forget to bring the following items:
Identification document and boating license (if applicable)
Bedding: Pillows are provided on board. You can bring your own bed linen and duvet, or rent a bedding set from us for €22 per person.
Towels: You can bring your own towels or rent a set of three towels from us for €12 per person.
Kitchen towels: The starter kit on board includes one tea towel and one kitchen towel. Need more? Bring your own or rent an extra set of three for €8 per set.
Toilet paper: Only two-ply toilet paper is allowed on board. The starter kit includes four rolls.
Sunscreen and insect repellent
What to do when you arrive?
- Parking: When you arrive, you can park your car in the parking area or next to the harbour office.
- Arrival before 5 PM: Please report to the harbour office for check-in. If the boat is ready, the staff member will inform you that you may board. You can then drive your car to the boulevard to unload your belongings easily. Please park only on the right-hand side, even if your boat is located on the left-hand side. This ensures there is enough space for others to pass.
- Arrival after 5 PM: Call +31 512 513 276. The staff member will inform you by phone where the boat is located and whether you may board already. The check-in and instruction can then be scheduled for another moment.
- Instruction: One of our instructors will explain everything about the boat you have rented. Any questions? Feel free to ask our instructor. Need help planning your route? The instructor can assist you with that as well. To give you confidence before departure, it is possible to make a short test run.
- Check: Before departure, check whether everything is on board and complete, such as pillows and any rented extras.
- Form: Use the Check-in Form for inspection.
Do you still have questions after checking in, receiving instructions, or while underway? Please report to the harbour office, contact us by phone at +31 512 513 276 or email us at contact@dedrait.com. We are happy to help you so you van enjoy a pleasant boating holiday.
Check-out info
Check-out time
Friday and Monday: The boat must be returned before 9:00 AM. Check out at the harbour office , Buitenstvallaat 2b in Drachten.
The regular check-out time is before 9:00 AM on Monday and Friday. Please check your booking confirmation, as your check-out time may differ.
It is also possible to check out the evening before departure (before 5:00 PM). Please stop by the harbour office for check-out. If no staff member is present, please call +31 512 513 276.
Prepairing for check-out
- Clean the boat; Sweep the floor, clean the inventory and return all items to their proper place.
- Close all the windows, including those in the bathroom and toilet
- Turn of the fridge and leave the door open
- Turn of the heating
- Empty the bins and disponse the garbage in the containers next to the harbour office
- Rented bedlinnen? Remove the bedlinnen from the beds, place it inside the pillowcases and leave it in the saloon next to the stairs.
- Return the chairs and tables to the deck
What to do when you return?
- Reverse the boat into an empty berth at the rental jetty on the same side from which you departed. Make sure at least three fenders are hanging on the side where you will be mooring. We can refuel the boat at our charter boulevard. There is no need to sail to the fuel station first.
- Secure the boat with both a bow and stern line. If possible, also place a bow and/or stern spring line. See the illustration below.
- Connect the shore power cable to the nearest power outlet in the harbour, check that it is properly connected, and ensure the boat is charging.
- Check the accessories:
4 mooring lines, 1 boathook, 6 fenders, 1 Dutch flag, 1 Drait flag, 1 shore power cable (in gas locker or connected), 1 adapter (in gas locker), 1 lifebuoy, 1 stainless steel boarding ladder, 1 bucket, 2 gas bottles (except boats with generator), tables/chairs (boats without a fixed bench), 2 mooring stakes (in gas locker), 1 deck brush, 1 anchor buoy (in gas locker), 1 onboard folder (return to the office at check-out), 1 anchor rod (boats without an electric windlass, in gas locker) - If you caused any damage during your trip: Take photos of the damage and inform a staff member of the drait. Also fill in the demage report form.
- Ready for check-out? Leave the key on board (at the helm), take the bag with waterway charts to the office, and hand it in.
- For check-out outside office hours: please contact us at +31 512 513 276. We will then coordinate the check-out procedure with you by phone.
- We will empty the wastewater tank, fill the freshwater tank, and refill the fuel tank for you. The costs for the consumed fuel will be deducted from the deposit. You will receive the final invoice at the harbour office or by email. The remaining amount will be transferred back to your account within seven days.
- Use the check-out formulier to ensure that all steps have been completed for check-out.
- Thank you for your visit to Yachtcharter De Drait.
- Questions? Please contact us at +31 512 513 276.
Departure & Return
To prevent the boat from running around in shallow water, we advise you to follow the route shown and to stay within the green and red navigation buoys when leaving or returning to the marina.
The prohibition signs indicate a shallow route. Although red and green buoys are present here, due to the shallow areas directly next to the fairway we recommend taking the blue route around the right side of the island. The main navigation route goes around the island on the left, towards Earnewoude, Grou, and Sneek. Turning right takes you towards Opeinde, but this is only possible if your vessel has an air draft of less than 3 metres due to fixed bridges.
Bookable Extras
To make your stay as pleasant as possible, we have several extras to book. An overview of our additional extras can be found on our website under ‘Additional extra’s to book‘ or our pricelist.
You can book extras directly via the button below. Are you already in our marina and would you like extas on board? Then ask one of our employees or go the the office.
Skipperstraining
Perhaps you’ve rented a boat but have little or no boating experience? No problem! At Yachtcharter De Drait, we make sure you head out fully prepared. All our boats can be operated without a boating licence, and our experienced skippers provide clear instructions before departure. But would you like to gain some extra experience beforehand? Then our skipperstraining is exactly what you need.
What is skipper training?
In just one hour, you’ll learn the basic skills of boating, such as manoeuvring, docking, and turning in narrow waterways. This training is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to improve their skills.
Duration: 1 hour | Price: €85 | Location: On the rented boat
Have you booked a boat and want to add skippertraining? You can do this via the ‘Book Extras‘ form or contact us at +31 512 513 276 or contact@dedrait.com
Parking
At our Marina in Drachten, it is possible to park your car in the outdoor area for €5,- per day, €15,- for a weekend or midweek, or €25,- per week.
Prefer covered parking? Your car can also be parked in our storage hall for €15,- per day or €75,- per week.
Inventory lists
Would you like to know which inventory is already on our boats and what you should bring yourself? Then click the button below to view our inventory lists. Keep the type of boat at hand to select the correct inventory list.
Terms and conditions
Click on the button below to view our general terms and conditions.
Damage report form
Did you incur any damage during your boat trip? Please report it immediately to Yachtcharter De Drait and fill out the online damage report form.
Do you have any technical issues with the boat or any other questions? Please contact us at +31 512 512 276.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is included in the service fee incl. cleaning as shown on the booking confirmation?
The mandatory service fee (listed as service fee on the booking confirmation) includes cleaning costs, administrative fees, and a starter kit.
The starter kit contains: 4 rolls of toilet paper, a mop, tea towel, garbage bag, all-purpose cleaner, toilet cleaner, dish soap, scouring sponge, and matches.
Also included are:
a 30-minute instruction session before departure,
use of the marina facilities,
return service upon arrival back at the harbor, including fuel service, emptying of the wastewater tank, and refilling of the freshwater tank.
Do I need a boating License?
For our boats in the Nederlands, no boating License is required. This is because our boats can’t go faster that 20 km/h and because they are smaller than 15 meters.
How fast can you go in the Netherlands?
On most waterways you cant go faster that 6,9 or 12 kilometer per hour.
Can I take a short training?
Yes, definitely! With our skippertraining, you can choose anything from a short session before your rental period to a full-day course.
What should I bring myself?
It is recommended to include the following on your packing list: towels and tea towels, insect repellent, bedding, sunscreen and pocket money for certain bridges.
What can I rent as extras?
U can book many extras with us, such as bedding, a bicycle, skippertraining and more. Check under the ‘Extras’ section for all available options.
Can I bring a pet on board?
Absolutely. For € 75,- your local friend can join you on board. Maximum of two pets per boat.
Can we fish from the boat?
Fishing is allowed almost everywhere, in case you have a fishing license. You can purchase one from us for €10, valid for 7 days.