Navigate Venice’s lesser-known waterways aboard a sleek electric boat with AQA Venice. Discover tranquil canals framed by centuries-old architecture on a peaceful, eco-friendly journey through the city’s historic heart.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Venice’s canals were engineered over centuries to transform the lagoon into a thriving maritime city, with some routes dating back to the Middle Ages.
Conservation
AQA Venice’s electric boats reduce emissions and noise, helping to protect the fragile lagoon environment from further degradation.
AQA Venice
Navigate Venice’s lesser-known waterways aboard a sleek electric boat with AQA Venice. Discover tranquil canals framed by centuries-old architecture on a peaceful, eco-friendly journey through the city’s historic heart.
AQA Venice operates in Venezia, Veneto, offering curated boat experiences across the Venetian lagoon. The company runs a range of small-group and private tours including electric-boat canal cruises, food-tasting journeys, lagoon excursions aboard a 13-meter yacht, and an extended islands tour with a Murano glass demonstration. Signature experiences include the Sunset Yacht Experience on a 13-meter yacht, lagoon excursions that visit Burano and other northern lagoon islands, and a six-hour Islands Tour and Murano Glass demonstration aboard a 13-meter Sunseeker motorboat.
AQA Venice presents multiple canal options: Secret Canals and Hidden Canals cruises on fully electric boats, and Smart Cruise options with food tastings featuring traditional cicchetti, local wines, morning pastries, and aperitivo selections. Several experiences pair scenic navigation with curated local flavours, and complimentary water is included on tasting tours.
Services emphasize comfort and sightseeing from quiet, spacious vessels suited for families and small groups. The fleet includes fully electric boats for serene canal passages and larger 13-meter motor and Sunseeker boats for lagoon and island excursions. Duration and inclusions vary by trip; the Islands Tour explicitly runs six hours and combines a Murano glassblowing visit with lunch in Torcello and time in Burano.
AQA Venice is featured on The Adventure Collective, which highlights operators that provide distinctive local experiences. All information reflects published trip summaries and locations in Venezia, Veneto.
Tours Offered
9
Routes across Venice and the lagoon
Boat Types
Electric & 13m yacht
Electric boats and 13-meter yachts
Islands Tour
6 hours
6-hour island tour with Murano demo
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Highlighted by The Adventure Collective
Choose a Sunset Yacht, Hidden Canals cruise, Smart Cruise with food tasting, or the Islands Tour — check available dates and options now.
Book in Advance
Limited boats mean it’s best to reserve your trip early to secure your preferred time slot.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
You’ll board and disembark on uneven docks and steps, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
Bring a Light Jacket
Even in warmer months, mornings and evenings on the water can be breezy and cool.
Respect Local Wildlife
Avoid loud noises and keep a respectful distance from birds and aquatic animals along the canals.
Sunscreen
Protects your skin from strong sun exposure on the open water.
summer
Windbreaker
Light protection against the cool breeze during early season trips.
spring
Comfortable Shoes
Needed for boarding, disembarking, and walking on uneven surfaces.
Water Bottle
Staying hydrated is important, especially during warmer months.