Moscow City, the Hotel Ukraina skyline and the riverfront near Kyivsky Station. Turn around at Berezhkovskaya Embankment and cruise back.
Moscow River · Private charter
Private boat trips
in Moscow
A different view of the city. A boat just for you.
Share the skyline, a celebration or a quiet moment on the water.
- Up to 11 guests
- Captain included
- Heating & toilet
from RUB 8,000 / hour
Foreign cards accepted for the booking deposit
Watch Portofino videosBookings open for the 2027 season
PortofinoYour private boat on the Moscow River
The city feels different
from the water.
Glide past riverside landmarks, take in the skyline and enjoy time together. For a date, a birthday, a hen party or simply an afternoon in Moscow — the whole boat is yours, with your captain at the helm.
Choose your view of Moscow
A little escape.
Or the whole afternoon.
Start near Moscow City. Pick how far you want to go — each route returns to your boarding point.
Continue past Luzhniki Stadium, the cable car and Sparrow Hills. Cruise to Andreevsky Bridge and return to Moscow City.
The full central route: Gorky Park, the Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, the Kremlin and the floating bridge at Zaryadye. Return to your departure pier.
Continue beyond Zaryadye to the eastern entrance of the Vodootvodny Canal near Paveletskaya Embankment. Cruise to Tretyakovsky Bridge, then return by the same route.
See the route on a map
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3-hour cruise · Moscow City to Zaryadye and back© OpenStreetMap contributors
Your company. Your boat.
Meet your fleet.
Two boats, the same routes and rates. Choose the one you like and check your date.
1 / 6Portofino
from RUB 8,000 / hour
Private charter · Up to 11 guests
- Two seating areas
- Heating
- Toilet
- Bluetooth music
Cruises from
1 May 2027
1 May 2027
1 / 5Formula
from RUB 8,000 / hour
Private charter · Up to 11 guests
- Two seating areas
- Heating
- Toilet
- Bluetooth music
Cruises from
1 June 2027
1 June 2027
From-rate applies to weekday morning cruises of 2 hours or more, excluding holidays. Choose your date and duration to see the total price for the whole boat.
A glimpse of your cruise
Aboard Portofino,
day and night.
Sunlit river views or the city lights after dark. Take a look at our trips on Portofino.
Meet us by the riverMoscow City
Simple from the start
We take the helm.
You enjoy Moscow.
Choose your boat and time
Check the available dates and see the full price before you book.
Meet at City-Bagration pier
23A Tarasa Shevchenko Embankment, Moscow. Beside Bagration Bridge, across the river from the Moscow City towers. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
How to find the pierFollow the video from the building entrance to the water. English directions included.
Make yourself at home
Bring your favourite playlist, food and drinks. Your captain takes care of the route.
Our captains speak Russian. We use a translation app to communicate — messaging us in English is welcome.
Good to know
Before you
come aboard.
Have something else in mind?
Tell us about your plans.
Is the boat just for our group?
Yes. You hire the entire boat with a captain, for up to 11 guests including children. There are no other passengers. Children of any age are welcome.
Where do we board?
City-Bagration pier
23A Tarasa Shevchenko Embankment, Moscow
See the map and walking video
Which route includes the Kremlin?
Choose a 3-hour or 4-hour cruise. The 3-hour route goes from Moscow City past Sparrow Hills, Gorky Park and the Kremlin to Zaryadye, then returns. The 4-hour option continues into the Vodootvodny Canal.
How much will our trip cost?
The price is for the whole boat, with a captain. It depends on your date, start time and duration. The booking form shows the total, the deposit and the remaining balance. A one-hour cruise has its own rate.
How do we pay?
The booking deposit is 15% of the trip price, rounded to the nearest RUB 1,000. The remaining balance is paid in cash in Russian roubles when you board. You can pay the booking deposit with a foreign-issued card.
Can we bring food and drinks?
Yes, with a few exceptions: red wine, staining berries, ice cream, crisps and sunflower seeds are not allowed. Please wear flat shoes with light soles, or go barefoot. Traditional cigarettes and high heels are not allowed.
What happens if it rains?
The boats have a canopy and heating, so ordinary rain does not cancel the trip. The captain decides whether it is safe to sail in severe weather; cruises cannot depart when navigation is officially prohibited.
Can we cancel or change the booking?
Customer-requested rescheduling is not offered. The deposit is non-refundable if you cancel or do not arrive. If a trip is cancelled by us, we discuss the arrangements directly with you. Please read the booking terms before confirming your trip.
Do you offer an English-speaking guide?
Your captain speaks Russian and uses a translation app to communicate. This is a private boat trip rather than a guided sightseeing tour. We can discuss your route and practical questions by message in English before you arrive.
A Moscow memory of your own
Shall we take
you out on the river?
Tell us your date and what you have in mind. We’ll help you choose your boat and route.
+7 (925) 010-48-75