Galar cruise in Gdansk

Enjoy an unforgettable, atmospheric cruise on the Motlawa River aboard a 12-passenger replica of a vintage Polish Galar boat. With a small number of passengers, you’ll feel the freedom you’ve never experienced while sightseeing. See Gdansk from the water level – admire the monuments, architecture and beauty of the city in a whole new way. We guarantee views you will not see anywhere else!

Galar is a boat of small size, so it is able to pass through places that are inaccessible to larger vessels. Becoming its passenger you will gain a unique opportunity for a one-of-a-kind cruise around Gdansk, learning about its history and seeing the famous panorama of the city from the deck of our galar.

Cruise Description

Cruise on an iconic ship | Gdansk

Climb aboard a replica of an iconic galar-type river ship and experience an unforgettable cruise on the waters of the Motława River! These ships experienced their heyday in the 18th century – at that time they were one of the main means of transporting timber and goods in Poland. In the past, the crew of a galley consisted of 6 to 8 rafters, who were engaged in the river floating of their cargo. It is worth mentioning that rafting traditions have been included in the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. A cruise on our galley, therefore, is not only a way to spend your free time, but also to return to your roots and commune with tradition. History lovers will surely be delighted!

Cruise on the Motlawa River | Where do we leave from?

What is the itinerary of the tour? Our cruise on the Motlawa River begins at the Galar Marina, located right next to the Gdansk Shipyard. This place hides an amazing history, affecting not only the fate of our country, but also the entire European Union! It was the Gdansk Shipyard that was the center of the workers’ strike in 1980, which ended with the signing of the August Agreements. This event not only initiated the formation of free trade unions, but above all inspired many other European countries to fight for freedom and democracy.

Gdansk Cruise | Tour itinerary

Climb aboard the galara, sit back and enjoy the charms of the Old Town center, which is the first destination of our trip. From the boat you will be able to see, among other things:

The grounds after the Teutonic castle,
Long Wharf with water gates leading into the city,
The famous wooden Crane from the 15th century,
charming old townhouses and their new surroundings.

Continue your trip, admiring the other monuments and new developments of Olowianka and Granaries – two islands located in the very center of Gdansk. The first is located on the border of the Motława River and the Keel Canal. It was created as a result of the digging of the Canal in 1576. At that time it was called Szafarnia – today on Ołowianka we can find a street with this name. Granary Island, on the other hand, is a richer area of Gdansk, where we can admire exclusive yachts moored in the docks. Sailing along the Motlawa River on board a galley, we will also see a unique port crane (crane) – the largest in medieval Europe.

A cruise in Gdansk is a unique and unrepeatable opportunity to see up close specialized ships, historic buildings and the waterfront of the Port of Gdansk. The tour ends in the same place where it began – at the Galar Marina near the Gdansk Shipyard. If you need to get off a little closer to the Old Town of Gdansk, tell the Captain about it – for one sincere smile, you will surely come to an agreement.

Launch site

Gdańsk cruise – location

Street. Dokowa 1/G, 80-863 Gdańsk
Our marina is located on the Imperial Dock (former shipyard grounds), look around for the red containers with the Yard Cafe sign. There are maps and stumbling blocks with directions on the Dock.
The entrance to the pier is by the Yard Cafe, where you can enjoy a tasty coffee, buy other drinks or snacks, and admire the shipyard views from the terrace.

A parking fee of PLN 4 per hour or PLN 18 per day applies throughout the Imperial Yard. Payment can be made directly at the parking meter or through the app ePARK. If you have any questions about cruises in Gdansk, please contact us at hello@galar.org.

Price includes

Boat cruise in Gdansk - Price list

Prior to the start of the boat tour of Gdansk, you will receive from us:

storyteller in pol./ang. – For speakers of another language, available audioquide
life jacket
blanket on colder days
umbrella in case of bad weather
price includes NNW insurance

Additional information

What to bring with you on a cruise on the Motlawa River?

If you plan to take part in a galley cruise, remember to dress appropriately for the current weather conditions. This will help you avoid the unpleasant feeling of cold or overheating and allow you to fully enjoy the beautiful views offered by our open boat.

You don’t have to worry about food and drink on board the galar – drinks, food and snacks purchased from the Yard.Café located at the Gdansk Galar Marina are allowed.

If you want to bring your pet with you, it’s no problem – we accept pets at no extra charge. Remember, however, that in the case of dogs, it is necessary to wear a muzzle and control the animal during the entire cruise. The owner or guardian of the pet is fully responsible for any damage caused by the animal on the boat.

To whom do we dedicate our ship cruises? | Gdansk

Cruises on the waters of Gdansk are an excellent option for everyone – regardless of age, gender or interests. We offer attractions:

For adults who are looking for peace and relaxation,
For young people who want to spend time with friends,
For children who always dream of adventures on the water,
For families who want to spend time together,
For people with disabilities who want to enjoy the delights of a cruise,
For companies that want to organize an unforgettable event for their staff.

Our experienced captains and crew always make sure that all passengers feel safe and comfortable on board. Galar is equipped with special amenities that allow people with disabilities to enjoy the cruise with ease.

If you’re looking for a place for a school trip, we’re the place to find an interesting proposal. Our cruises offer the opportunity to learn about the history of Gdansk from the perspective of water, which is sure to appeal to all students.

We invite everyone to take advantage of our offer and experience unforgettable moments on the waters of Gdansk!

If you have additional questions about Motlawa River cruises, feel free to contact us: hello@galar.org.

Cruise regulations

REGULATIONS
I. SCOPE AND SUBJECT MATTER OF THE REGULATIONS
1. These Regulations describe the procedure for the provision of service (performance of a cruise) by Galar Gdanski which is a brand of the Foundation Galar Gdanski.
2. Address of the headquarters of the Foundation Galar Gdanski: al. Grunwaldzka 5, 80-236 Gdansk, NIP: 9571101331, REGON: 369372856.
II. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE PROVISION
Tourist services provided by Galar Gdanski in the field of cruises in Gdansk are carried out in compliance with all standards required by law, ensuring the safety of passengers and crew. Cruises take place on replicas of old-fashioned, wooden boats of the Galar type.
Rules for people on board the boat and rules for refunding/changing tickets:
1. Individuals board with a valid ticket.
2. No more than 12 people may board the boat at a time.
3Boarding the boat should be done in a calm manner, so as not to pose a danger to yourself and other passengers.
4. Passengers, once on board, are obliged to obey the instructions given by the helmsman.
5. It is forbidden to board the boat for persons under the significant influence of alcohol or other drugs, despite the reservation and payment of the ticket. The person who decides who cannot board due to the above condition is the helmsman.
(6) In justified cases, the helmsman is entitled to disallow or remove from boarding persons who do not comply with the rules set forth in these regulations without refund of the ticket.
7. cruise participants under the age of 18 are required to wear life jackets.
8. school children and youth under 18 years of age must be under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
9. smoking and other intoxicants are prohibited on board the boat.
10. on board the boat is allowed to consume alcohol only with the permission of the helmsman.
11. non-aggressive, calm pets are allowed on board the boat. In the case of dogs, a muzzle is required. The owner or guardian of the animal is fully responsible for any damage caused by the animal.
12 It is forbidden to throw garbage or other objects into the water.
13. While sailing in the boat and while passing other vessels, it is strictly forbidden to: stand up from your seat, lean overboard, grab hold of the boat’s side bumpers, catch the passing vessel, change your seat, swap seats with other people.
(14) When passing under bridges and footbridges, it is strictly forbidden to: stand up from your seat, lean overboard, put your hands up, grab onto bridges, grab onto the side fenders of the boat, change your seat, swap places with other people. When the water level is high, bow your head slightly when passing under footbridges.
15. items of significant size that may impede navigation shall not be taken on board.
(16) Any damage caused by the passenger to the Gdansk Galar or third parties for reasons attributable to the passenger shall be the responsibility of the passenger or his guardian.
17. in case of destruction, loss, leaving or theft of valuables during a boat trip Galar Gdansk is not responsible.
18 The Gdansk Galar shall not be liable for damages and accidents caused by passengers who do not comply with the rules of these regulations.
19. the boat is open-decked – it is recommended to prepare clothing according to the weather.
20. Galar Gdansk is not responsible for changes and inconveniences arising during the course of the cruise for reasons beyond its control, such as: force majeure, sudden break in the weather, etc.
21 The Gdansk Galar reserves the right to change the route of the cruise and the number and order of places/stops visited resulting from weather conditions, conditions on the fairway and for the safety of the crew, passengers and boats.
22.Galar Gdansk reserves the right to cancel the cruise in the event of heavy rainfall or other conditions that prevent sailing. In this case, the customer has the right to request a refund of the full amount of the ticket or reschedule the cruise.
23. Buying a ticket through the website www.galar.org, the customer has the right to cancel the cruise, change its date or time without giving any reason and incurring any costs up to 24 hours before the time of the cruise. In order to cancel or change the reservation, it is necessary to contact Galar Gdansk by e-mail to hello@galar.org .
24. Any objections to the service provided and complaints should be reported by e-mail to: hello@galar.rog.pl. Complaints will be dealt with within 7 working days.
25. By participating in the cruise, passengers unreservedly agree to the terms and conditions set forth in these regulations.
26. Galar Gdanski provides remote Customer Service for accepting reservations and dealing with complaints: e-mail: hello@galar.org.pl, tel. +48 500 609 999.
27. The Tourist Cruise Service is conducted at 1 Dokowa Street, 80-863 Gdańsk.
III. PRIVACY POLICY
1. The administrator of personal data within the meaning of the Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) 2016/679 EU of April 27, 2016 and the Act of May 10, 2018 on the protection of personal data (Journal of Laws of 2018, item 1000) is: Galar Gdański, al. Grunwaldzka 5, 80-236 Gdańsk, registered in the Register of Entrepreneurs of the National Court Register, under KRS: 0000716387, REGON: 369372856, NIP: 9571101331.
(2) Galar Gdanski processes the personal data required in the reservation form in order to provide services electronically, to conclude and perform sales contracts for products ordered by the Customer.
(3) Provision of personal data is voluntary, but at the same time necessary for the execution of the contract and purchases.
(4) We store personal data until the expiration of the contract, but with the proviso that it may be stored for the purposes of complaint procedure, statistical, marketing and billing purposes in situations in which it is required or permitted in accordance with applicable laws.
5 The following e-mail address is used to contact the Administrator: info@galar.org. By contacting the Administrator of personal data, the Customer may request access to his/her data for the purpose of amendment, rectification, deletion, transfer or object to further processing.
IV. FINAL PROVISIONS
1. The Administrator shall not be liable to the Customer for any actions arising from the payment and reservation intermediary.
2. The Administrator reserves the right to include the Customer’s name on the tickets sold for verification purposes during the event and to eliminate the procedure of purchasing tickets by Customers for resale at a profit.
3. Any attempt to purchase tickets for resale at a profit is an offence (Article 133 of the Code of Offences) and will be reported to the relevant law enforcement agencies. Tickets that are the subject of offers to resell them for profit may be invalidated. The Administrator reserves the right to refuse to reimburse the Customer for tickets purchased for resale at a profit.
4. Galar Gdansk reserves the right to record the event and capture the image of the Customers using digital devices to record the course of the cruise. By purchasing a ticket, the Customer automatically agrees to the registration of his/her image.
5. Issues not covered by the regulations are recommended to be resolved amicably. Any unresolved disputes will be settled by the common courts with jurisdiction over the seat of the Gdansk Galar Foundation.
Regulations are effective as of May 01, 2021.