Lake Como Boat Rental: No License Required

Steer your own boat across Lake Como without a license or experience.

Rent a motorboat on Lake Como with no license required. A safety briefing and navigation instructions are part of your rental time. Choose your own route to Como, Cernobbio, Laglio, Comacina Island, Nesso and other lakeside spots, with a detailed map and staff guidance on where to go. Fuel is paid separately on the water.

The experience

You arrive at the dock, get a briefing on Lake Como's navigation rules, and step into a 40-hp motorboat that's yours to command. The staff shows you where the safety equipment sits, walks you through the controls, and hands you a detailed map of the lake. There's no license to produce, no experience required. Just the confidence that comes from knowing exactly what to do before you cast off.

The lake opens up in front of you. You can head to Como's waterfront, cut across to Cernobbio, slip into the narrow inlet at Laglio where villas cling to the hillside, or make for Comacina Island and its ruins. Nesso's gorge and the smaller villages scattered along the shoreline are all within reach. Bring your own drinks and snacks, or ask the staff to prepare something before you leave. The map keeps you oriented. The staff has answered your questions about what's worth seeing and how to get there safely.

Rental durations run from one to four hours, and fuel costs 25 euros per hour, paid on board by card or cash. The lake's restrictions are straightforward once they're explained, and the boat handles smoothly enough that first-time drivers find their rhythm fast.

What’s included

• Safety briefing and driving instructions.
• detailed map of Lake Como.
• landing and facility fees.
• 40-hp motorboat.

Options for this experience

4 options

Boat rental lasting 1 hour11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 19:00Duration: 1 hour. Marino Atom 450, a self-driving boat that requires no license

Boat rental lasting 2 hours10 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 18:00Duration: 2 hours. Marino Atom 450, a self-driving boat that requires no license

Boat rental lasting 3 hours9 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 17:00Duration: 3 hours. Marino Atom 450, a self-driving boat that requires no license

Boat rental lasting 4 hours8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Duration: 4 hours. Marino Atom 450, a self-driving boat that requires no license

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day11 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to1h before

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on site€ 25

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Shusciu Nautical Division

Is this one for you?Pick the rental length that matches your route: one hour works for a quick circuit of the nearby shoreline, while three or four hours lets you reach the far end of the lake and linger at Comacina Island or explore Nesso's gorge without rushing back.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I really drive a motorboat on Lake Como without a boating license?

Yes. The 40-hp motorboat requires no license, and the operator's safety briefing covers Lake Como's navigation rules and restrictions before you leave the dock. You'll know what you need to know to cruise safely.

What happens if I've never driven a boat before?

The staff shows you everything during the pre-departure briefing: how the controls work, where the safety gear is, and how to handle the boat. It's designed for first-timers, and the lake's layout is straightforward once you have the map and the basic rules.

Where can I actually go on Lake Como with the rental boat?

The detailed map covers the whole lake. You can reach Como, Cernobbio, Laglio, Comacina Island, Nesso and many other spots along the shoreline. The staff will answer questions about what's worth visiting and how to get there.

Do I have to bring food and drinks, or can I get them there?

You can bring your own, or ask the staff to prepare food and drinks before you depart. Either way, you're set for the time on the water.

How much does the fuel cost?

Fuel runs 25 euros per hour and is paid on board in cash or by card, separate from the rental price. Your rental duration determines the fuel cost.