The Le Boat Horizon 5 is the largest and most impressive in the Horizon fleet, offering a premium cruising experience with outstanding space, style and comfort. Designed for larger groups who want to travel together with ease, it’s ideal for extended families or friends seeking a truly special boating holiday.

Its expansive interiors feel calm and contemporary, with multiple cabins and bathrooms allowing everyone to enjoy privacy alongside shared living areas. The standout upper sundeck provides a superb outdoor setting for socialising, dining and relaxing from morning to evening — making the Horizon 5 a fantastic choice for unforgettable time on the water.

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: You don't need any previous boating experience or licence to drive our boats—in fact, most of our guests are complete beginners; before you set off, our friendly base team provides a full hands-on briefing and practical demonstration where you’ll be shown everything you need to know to handle the boat safely and confidently, and we ensure you feel completely comfortable before leaving the marina.

ARRIVAL AND RETURN: Please arrive at our base between 3pm–5pm for check-in and a pre-departure briefing, after which you’re likely to leave the dock between 4pm–6pm—on the final day, you should return and vacate the boat by 9am.

FEATURES:
• Large rear saloon with panoramic windows and sliding doors to rear seating area
• Spacious indoor seating and dining area with Smart TV
• Fully equipped galley kitchen with large fridge, oven, stove, microwave, kettle and utensils
• Warm air heating for cooler days and evenings
• Radio/CD player with MP3/USB connectivity
• 12v & 220v power sockets
• 1x large front cabin with en suite bathroom and convertible double bed
• 4x side cabins with en suite bathrooms and double beds that convert into two single beds if required
• Saloon settee converts into an additional double berth, if required
• Fresh linen and bedding provided
• 5x hot showers, wash basins and electric‑flush WCs (towels provided)
• Expansive upper sundeck with seating, dining table, BBQ/hotplate and sunbathing area
• Dual steering positions, from inside the saloon or from the upper deck
• Bow and stern thrusters for effortless handling, even for first‑time boaters
• Rear bathing platform with deck shower and easy water access
• Air‑cooling for warmer days
• Pets allowed for an additional cleaning supplement

FUEL: Before you set off, you'll need to leave an Fuel Deposit in local currency and then, at the end of your cruise, your Fuel Charge will be calculated based on the number of hours your engine has been running—you'll either be refunded the difference or asked to pay for any excess hours used (the hourly charge is estimated to be between £14-£28 / €12-€34 depending on boat type and usage).

DAMAGE DEPOSIT: You'll need to pay a refundable Damage Deposit at the base before you begin cruising which will be retained (in part or in full) when you return your boat; IF the boat or any of its equipment or inventory that has been damaged or lost, you will not have to pay more than the deposit collected. 

DAMAGE RISK REDUCTION: The amount of Damage Deposit required, and thus your liability, may be significantly reduced by purchasing a non-refundable Damage Risk Reduction, which can be purchased at the base when you pick up your boat.

ABOUT THE REGION:
Your boating holiday begins in Decize, a historic town where rivers and canals meet in the heart of Burgundy: Nivernais Loire. From here, you embark on a different way to explore France, travelling slowly through landscapes rich in heritage and flavour.

As you cruise, you can visit picturesque towns such as Auxerre, the largest city in the area, known for its striking cathedral, historic churches and charming old town filled with traditional timbered buildings. This region is renowned for its gastronomy and wine, and travelling by boat offers a wonderful opportunity to moor in lively riverside communities where markets, shops and French pâtisseries bring the streets to life. It is about enjoying the journey, wandering through winding streets, discovering local flavours and embracing the magic of boating at a gentle pace.

AVAILABLE EXTRAS AND ACTIVITIES:

• Bike hire available from our base (to take on board with you)

• Parking available (for additional fee)

• Wi-Fi packs available (for additional fee)

• Fishing is permitted in certain areas – licence required

• Swimming in some areas is permitted, although advice should be followed and caution exercised