Szczecin Team Building on the Oder – a Corporate Event on a Boat

A Szczecin team building event on a boat solves the typical problem with company get-togethers: instead of the team splitting off into the corners of a function room, everyone spends two hours in one place, with music, catering and a view of the Oder. For HR teams and office managers, that means one item on the agenda, one supplier and a predictable budget.

Below we explain when a team cruise works best, what the programme might look like, which services you can order and how to calculate the cost. At the end you’ll find an organisational checklist.

Szczecin team building on a boat – when this format works

• Team building. The enclosed space of a boat naturally brings together departments that rarely meet day to day. Conversations by the railing come more easily than around a conference table.
• Meeting clients and partners. Szczecin seen from the river – depending on the route, the Chrobry Embankment (Wały Chrobrego), the quays of Łasztownia island and the port – makes an impression, especially on guests from other cities and from abroad.
• A company anniversary or project wrap-up. A personalised banner with your company name on the boat and a photo report give you material for internal communications.
• The evening programme of a conference or training course. A two-hour cruise rounds off a day of sessions without moving participants to yet another room.
• An employee reward. Instead of a joint party, you can hand out a cruise voucher valid for 6 months.

A team building programme on the Oder – a sample schedule

Every package includes 2 hours on the boat, and the departure time is agreed individually – in the afternoon, at sunset or in the evening. Here’s what the programme could look like:

Time from departure	Programme item	Purpose
0:00–0:15	Red-carpet entrance, welcome drink	A good first impression, photos by the banner with the company name
0:15–0:25	A short speech from management	5–10 minutes maximum – thank-yous, not a results presentation
0:25–1:00	Catering, conversation, views	Time for people from different departments to get to know each other informally
1:00–1:30	Team-building games or a flair bartending show	Gets those who don’t dance involved too
1:30–2:00	Music, dancing, group photo	Material for internal communications and employer branding

For business guests, a sunset cruise works well: conversations in warm light and, after dark – depending on the route – the illuminated Dźwigozaury (“Craneosaurs”, historic port cranes) and the Maritime Science Centre on Łasztownia. For a team event with dancing, an evening cruise is the better choice. What else you can see from the water is covered in our guide Szczecin river cruise – the Chrobry Embankment, Łasztownia and the port from the deck.

Client events – what to bear in mind

A meeting with business partners follows different rules from a team party. In the first part, the music should stay in the background so people can talk easily. Catering is best served as small portions that can be eaten standing up, with a glass in the other hand. If some guests are from abroad, prepare a short welcome in their language and a few sentences about the history of the places you pass along the way – port-city Szczecin makes a good conversation topic. Check the city’s events calendar too: during the annual sailing festival along the Chrobry Embankment and on Łasztownia there are traffic restrictions, which is worth factoring in when planning how your guests will get there.

Set-up and services for companies in Szczecin

You build a corporate event from modules – from a basic set-up to a full service. The options include:

• a professional sound system and club lighting,
• catering – hot, cold or barbecue,
• hostesses and bartenders, a welcome drink, a red-carpet entrance,
• team-building games and a Partymaker (an on-board party host) to run the programme,
• a flair bartending show and live performances – music, dance, comedy,
• a photo report and a commemorative HD film,
• a personalised banner with your company name or event slogan,
• a personalised route and additional attractions – agreed when you book.

We issue VAT invoices to companies. You’ll find the full list of services and the packages on our corporate events on a boat in Szczecin page.

Budget for a corporate boat event in Szczecin

The packages are your reference point: Basic from €16 per person, Star from €20 per person and VIP from €31 per person, for groups of 30 or more. For corporate events, prices and details are agreed individually, depending on the programme and your expectations.

For example, for a team of 40, the package cost starts at approx. €640 (Basic), €800 (Star) or €1,240 (VIP). The final amount depends mainly on:

• the number of participants and the package chosen,
• the scope of the catering,
• staffing – hostesses, bartenders, a Partymaker,
• extra attractions, such as a flair show or performances,
• documentation – a photo report and an HD film.

Include an approximate budget per person in your enquiry – that makes it easier to tailor the services. We go into the cost factors in more detail in our article how much does a boat party cost, and for groups of more than 30, also take a look at our offer for large groups in Szczecin.

Organisation step by step – a checklist for HR

1. Define the goal. Team building, a client event or a reward – this determines the programme and the balance between conversation and fun.
2. Choose a date. Cruises run during the season, from spring to autumn. Book summer weekends well ahead; on a weekday it’s easier to gather the team straight after work.
3. Collect participant details. Numbers, dietary preferences and allergies – the basis for ordering catering. Make sure there are soft drinks for those who don’t drink or are driving.
4. Prepare the materials. Company name or logo for the banner, the outline of the speech, any prizes.
5. Send the form. At least 5 working days before the event, much earlier for larger events.
6. Brief the team. Time and boarding point (confirmed when you book), comfortable footwear, an extra layer for the evening, the plan for getting home. For guests from other cities, it’s worth mentioning that it’s under half an hour’s walk from Szczecin Główny station to the Chrobry Embankment.
7. Remind everyone of the rules. On board, the crew’s instructions must be followed and nobody leans over the side. Drinking on the boulevards before the cruise is out of the question – drinking alcohol in public places is generally prohibited in Poland.

You’ll find an extended version of this list in our boat party organisation checklist.

FAQ – corporate events on a boat in Szczecin

Do you issue VAT invoices for corporate events?

Yes, we issue VAT invoices to companies. Just mention in your enquiry that the cruise is being booked by a company.

Can a cruise be given to employees as a reward?

Yes. A cruise voucher is valid for 6 months, which makes it a good reward for results or a gift for a business partner – the recipients choose their own date during the season.

Is the offer available for small teams?

Yes. We have an offer for small groups of up to 30 people and for large groups of more than 30. Package rates apply to groups of 30 or more; we quote smaller teams individually.

How far in advance should we book a corporate event on a boat?

The form needs to be sent at least 5 working days before the event. For larger events and summer weekends it’s worth doing so much earlier – the earlier you book, the better the offer.

Szczecin team building on a boat – send us an enquiry

Two hours on the Oder, a clear programme and services matched to the purpose of the event – that’s the recipe for team building without complicated logistics. Tell us the planned date and the number of participants, and we’ll prepare an initial offer. You’ll find all occasions on our BoatParty Szczecin page.