{"id":19149,"date":"2026-03-19T10:49:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:49:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.riverly.com\/a-savoir-avant-dembarquer-2\/"},"modified":"2026-05-21T09:54:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T09:54:50","slug":"preparing-for-your-canal-boat-cruise","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.riverly.com\/en\/preparing-for-your-canal-boat-cruise\/","title":{"rendered":"A savoir avant d\u2019embarquer"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"19149\" class=\"elementor elementor-19149 elementor-19141\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e68398 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8e68398\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe8e5ef e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"fe8e5ef\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45399ff elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"45399ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What to know before you embark<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e1639b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1e1639b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc36086 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fc36086\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Riverly, your river cruising specialist, is here to help you prepare for your boating holiday\u2014with complete peace of mind!<br \/>Before, during, and after your license-free river cruise, here\u2019s everything you need to know and our best tips to make your getaway truly unforgettable\u2026<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f5b9b9f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f5b9b9f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52d742d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"52d742d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Before your cruise<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e8b3e6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8e8b3e6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b2aa211 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b2aa211\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Please remember to book your extras (bicycles, barbecue, Wi-Fi, cleaning, etc.) in advance.<br \/>You can find all the details on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.riverly.com\/en\/services-and-extras\/\">dedicated page<\/a>.<\/p><p>To help you prepare, you can find detailed documentation on our website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.penichette.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">P\u00e9nichette.com<\/a>, including:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Captain\u2019s Manual<\/strong>: A handy booklet organized in chronological order, guiding you through every stage of your journey\u2014from preparation to returning your boat. Want a sneak peek? You can download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.penichette.com\/en\/downloads\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PDF version below<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>River Map<\/strong>: An essential guide to ensure smooth sailing. It includes locks, water points, mooring areas, and tourist highlights. Be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/editionsdubreil.com\/en\/c\/guides\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">order it ahead<\/a> of your departure! (Use the code: Riverly26 to get 5% off)<\/li><li><strong>Base Access Map<\/strong>: A practical sheet with directions and contact info for your departure base.<\/li><li><strong>Inventory Checklist<\/strong>: A detailed list of all onboard equipment, inside and out. Typically, crockery, bedding, and boat gear are included. You can bring your own towels and linen or rent them at the base.<\/li><li>A <strong>list of essentials<\/strong> to add to your luggage.<\/li><li><strong>Navigation Video<\/strong>: This instructional film provides key safety advice and navigation tips. You can also view it now on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@riverlyen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">YouTube channel<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul><p><br \/>Please contact the base a week before your departure to arrange a time for your arrival.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1b9818f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1b9818f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26d3687 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"26d3687\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">During your cruise<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d4b9a13 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d4b9a13\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Your boating holiday will start between 3 pm and 6 pm.<\/p><p><strong>Vehicle Parking<\/strong><br \/>Each base offers free public parking or private\/covered garages (not monitored). As private spaces are limited, we strongly recommend reserving your spot in advance.<\/p><p><strong>Check-in &amp; Formalities<\/strong><br \/>Once at the base, check in at reception. While you complete the required paperwork, your crew can load the luggage or shop for initial supplies. Don\u2019t forget your identity documents.<\/p><p><strong>Navigation Briefing<\/strong><br \/>After check-in, an instructor will come aboard to show you how to operate your license-free boat.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>While on your boating holiday<\/strong><br \/>Our team is available at all times. A free assistance service is accessible 7 days a week during base operating hours (listed in your onboard binder).<\/p><p>Don\u2019t hesitate to contact our technical staff if you need any help!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a0497b7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a0497b7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc52542 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"bc52542\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">At the end of your cruise<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bbaec3f elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bbaec3f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>You will need to return your boat between 8am and 9am (it is possible to return it the day before, subject to arrangement directly with the base).<\/p><p><strong>Cleaning<\/strong><br \/>All our boats are equipped with everything you need to clean the boat (inside and out). For added peace of mind, we also offer a cleaning service, which you can book by calling <a href=\"tel:+443330570739\">+44 333 057 0739<\/a>.<\/p><p>When you return your boat, you can fill in a satisfaction survey to let us know what you thought of your cruise. 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