Inland water boating specialist Le Boat has launched its 2026 brochure, introducing more boats, new destinations, and additional ways to experience self-drive cruising across Europe and Canada.
The new brochure follows a record year of demand for its premier fleet. With the new luxury Liberty fleet already close to selling out for 2025, the self-drive boating specialist has confirmed that 13 new Liberty boats will join the fleet for the 2026 season. Le Boat Raising the Bar for Self-Drive Boating with Launch of Luxury Fleet | ittn.ie
The Liberty, Le Boat’s newest category of boat, offers flexible sleeping arrangements, hotel-style beds, spacious top deck with BBQ and sun loungers, and full air conditioning throughout. In 2026, the Liberty will be available in even more destinations across Europe, including Ireland, Belgium and France (Charente and Burgundy Loire-Nivernais).
Alongside Liberty, Le Boat is also investing in its Horizon fleet, with 11 new Horizon boats confirmed for 2026. The Horizon now accounts for 21% of the entire fleet, in line with increasing consumer demand for more space, privacy and upgraded onboard amenities.
Le Boat Managing Director Cheryl Brown comments: “We’ve seen exceptional demand for our new generation boats, particularly among first-time customers who are drawn to the hotel-style offering. The trend is consistent across all markets, and we’re expanding both our fleet and our destination portfolio in response.”
For 2026, Liberty joins the fleet in Ireland, one of Le Boat’s fastest-growing destinations, currently up 11% year-on-year. New boats will be ready to sail from the start of the season in April 2026 and will operate on routes ideal for both newcomers and experienced cruisers. Le Boat is also seeing growing customer loyalty in Ireland, with 11% of 2025 bookings made by returning guests.
In the UK market specifically, Le Boat has seen bookings for its premium boats rise by 15% year-on-year, reflecting the demand for higher-end models such as Horizon and Liberty.
Across the Atlantic, Canada is also trending strongly for 2026. “Interest in Canada continues to grow,” continued Brown. “The combination of natural beauty, wildlife, and now the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ has made Ontario one of our most in-demand destinations for next season.”
Six FIFA World Cup matches will take place in Toronto, including the first-ever men’s World Cup match to be played on Canadian soil, making it a perfect opportunity to combine the excitement of the tournament with a tranquil cruise through Ontario’s peaceful lakes, rivers and rural towns.
A recent agreement between Le Boat and Groupe Beneteau, under their Delphia brand in Poland, will see Europe’s largest boat rental company invest over £100m into its international fleet over the next ten years. Of the 400 new Delphia boats slated to be built over the coming decade for Le Boat, 100 will be made in the next three years. These orders will be a combination of the current Horizon range, plus the aptly named “Liberty.
Le Boat’s 2026 brochure is now available here, and trade partners are encouraged to promote early booking incentives. Customers can save up to £650* on 2026 holidays across all boat types (excluding Liberty) and in all destinations. The offer is valid on new bookings made until 30 September 2025 for departures in 2026 only. Guests who pay in full at the time of booking will receive an additional 2% saving. The company’s Lowest Price Guarantee ensures customers can book with full confidence that they won’t find a better deal later.
A new holiday calendar has also been created for the 2025-2026 European holidays, which can be found here.
A seven-night self-catered stay on the River Thames, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Chertsey, on board a Liberty sleeping five, for the 2026 boating season, is priced from £2,119 per boat. No experience necessary. Transport to and from the base is not included.
A seven-night self-catered stay on the Canal Du Midi, starting and finishing at Le Boat’s base in Castelnaudary, on board a Horizon 1 sleeping five, for the 2026 boating season, is priced from £1,709 per boat (was £2,109, saving £400). No experience necessary. Transport to and from the base is not included.
