The best way to see Copenhagen is by joining a canal tour.
Hey Captain is number 1 ranked Copenhagen canal tour based on guest reviews.
The canal tours we do are based on creating a friendly atmosphere with max 12 people in each boat. Our tours are guided but our style is not like the traditional canal tours in Copenhagen. It's a dialogue where guests are an interactive part of the tour. We call our style Social Sailing.
Joel and Casper founded Hey Captain in 2017 after cruising the canals of Copenhagen in their own boat Diana. The original feeling and vibe of being friends on a boat is the DNA of Hey Captain.
Social Sailing by Hey Captain
Our concept is Social Sailing and we are on a mission to spread social interaction. Your captain will ask personal questions along the tour so we get to know each other and share experiences. This is the essence of what we do.
“Hidden gems”
Hidden gems is about showing our own favorite spots, which are off the beaten track from the standard path. Expect to get an introduction to areas we think are cool, local, and where you get a great a sense of what the life in Copenhagen is all about. We will either take a southern route or Northern route depending on what is going on in the harbor at your specific departure day. There will be a voluntary option during the route to stop and get out of the boat to explore.
The harbor in Copenhagen is undergoing rapid change, from an industrial harbor to recreational space open to everyone living in the city. During the summer months it acts as the main nerve binding the city together and attracting numerous water-based activities in the process. You will see how this is folds out with Kayaks passing by and happy Danes jumping into the water. We will point out our favorite places and hidden gems, whether you are looking a place for having an afternoon beer in the sun, a relaxed morning coffee, or simply and area to relax away from it all.
As we explore the upcoming areas away from the inner part of the city you will see how former industrial buildings are being transformed into new spaces, where new and old are mixed in new architectural structures. Some of these are designed by famous architects like Bjarke Ingels and some by new upcoming talents. You will get an understanding of how design and living play and essential role for the new development of Copenhagen and an essential part of the Danish lifestyle.
Beverages
We adapt drinks to the season. Drinks can be purchased on the boat at an additional charge. For safety reasons there is a maximum of 2 drinks per person, and you cannot bring your own drinks.
Summer - until 1st of Oct
Water (incl.) | Lemonade DKK 30,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of wine DKK 40,- | Bottle of wine is 200 DKK,-
Autumn/Winter - from 1st Oct
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate per cup DKK 20,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of grog/mulled wine DKK 40,-
Prices
Public tour 400 DKK per person
Private tour 4400 DKK – up to 12 pax
"Landmarks"
Our landmark experience shows off the beautiful inner part of the harbor, where many of the historical sites and buildings are located by the waterfront and along the beautiful canals.
We depart from the recently renovated Ofelia Plads next to the Royal Danish Playhouse. Most locals know this place as where the ferry departed to Oslo. From here we will pass by the Royal Palace, where you can be lucky to sneak a glimpse of the Queen and the Royal Family if the flags are flying.
When we enter through the historic canals of the old city center you will get a glimpse of how it is to live on a house boat, and see the numerous historical buildings, many of them constructed by King Christian the 4th in the early 17th century. At the end of Christianshavn's canal we will pass Olafur Eliasson's beautiful Circle Bridge, designed to make the rushing bicyclist slow down and enjoy the beautiful view of the Black Diamond - the Royal Library.
Cruising around Holmen, the old military area, we will pass by the much debated free town Christiania, which homes its own hippie community, other generally free spirited souls, and the location for the new NOMA restaurant. Right opposite, on the way back, you will get a good view of the new (and very expensive) Copenhagen Opera.
Beverages
We adapt drinks to the season. Drinks can be purchased on the boat at an additional charge. For safety reasons there is a maximum of 2 drinks per person, and you cannot bring your own drinks.
Summer - until 1st of Oct
Water (incl.) | Lemonade DKK 30,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of wine DKK 40,- | Bottle of wine is 200 DKK,-
Autumn/Winter - from 1st Oct
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate per cup DKK 20,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of grog/mulled wine DKK 40,-
Prices
Public tour 200 DKK per person
Private tour 2200 DKK – up to 12 pax
"Customize your own private tour"
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Additional info
Pick-up and drop-off
We have a selection of pick and drop-offs we can use around the harbor. We charge for the additional time it takes to sail to these places with our standard rate of 2200 DKK per hour. Write to us and we will come with a specific quote.
Multiple boat tours
If you are more than 12 guests we can do multiple boat tours where we sail along together in separate boats. We do up to 10 boats at a time meaning we can take a maximum of 120 guests.
Food
If you book a private boat you can bring some light food or snacks.
Info about your group
The more info you give to us about what type of event you are doing, and who you are, the easier it will be for us to meet and exceed your expectations.
Beverages
We adapt drinks to the season. Drinks can be purchased on the boat at an additional charge. For safety reasons there is a maximum of 2 drinks per person, and you cannot bring your own drinks.
Summer - until 1st of Oct
Water (incl.) | Lemonade DKK 30,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of wine DKK 40,- | Bottle of wine is 200 DKK,-
Autumn/Winter - from 1st Oct
Tea, coffee, hot chocolate per cup DKK 20,- | Beer DKK 40,- | Glass of grog/mulled wine DKK 40,-
