The Secundus boat is a comfortable contemporary style vessel available for private boat rental on the river Danube in Budapest (and for shorter trips, outside of Budapest), ideal for sightseeing cruises or intimate dinner events on the Danube River in the heart of the Hungarian capital.

Secundus Private Cruise Ship Floor
Decks: 2 decks
Max. Capacity: 90 Guests
Seated Dining Capacity: 60 Guests
Built: 1973 (Renovated: 2024)
Length: 29 m
Width: 6,2 m
Technical Equipment: 1 Wireless Microphone, Built-in Sound System
Lighting: Adjustable Lighting System
Display: 1 LCD Screen
With a maximum sightseeing capacity of 90 guests and seated dinner capacity of 60, it’s a great mid-sized option for corporate events, group celebrations, or family gatherings.
Completely renovated in 2024, the Secundus boat offers a modern onboard experience while maintaining its classic charm. It features two indoor decks and a panoramic open terrace, allowing guests to enjoy beautiful views of Budapest’s UNESCO-listed riverside landmarks throughout the journey including the Buda Castle, the Parliament, the Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion, and many more, such as the iconic historical bridges.
Seating Arrangement
Table seating for 4 people per table

Secundus Ship Budapest Private Cruise Rentals
Dinner options on Secundus Ship:
- Buffet Dinner
- 3-Course Served Dinner
- 4-Course Served Dinner
- 5-Course Served Dinner
Drink options of Private Cruise:
- 1 Welcome drink only
- Non-Alcoholic Open Bar (Soft Drinks, Water, Coffee, Tea)
- Soft Open Bar (Wines, Beers, Soft Drinks, Water, Coffee, Tea)
- Full Open Bar (Wines, Beers, Spirits, Soft Drinks, Water, Coffee, Tea)
Entertainment on Private Hire:
- DJ
- Salon music
- Piano music
- Folk Show
- Gypsy music

Secundus Private Ship Buffet OptionOnboard amenities include a buffet station, adjustable lighting, a sound system with a wireless microphone, and a medium sized LCD display—suitable for speeches, presentations, or visual content for smaller and mid sized groups. The ship interior is arranged with 4-person table seating, perfect for sociable dining or group conversations.
Whether you’re planning a daytime sightseeing programme or an elegant evening dinner, the Secundus boat delivers a well-balanced option for those seeking a memorable Budapest river cruise with a private boat rental. Its compact size ensures smooth navigation on the Danube river through central docking points, while its refurbished interior and terrace create an inviting and flexible event space.
Ask for a Quote for a Private Cruise on Secundus
Please contact us via email to ask for a personal quote for a private cruise at
info [at] budapestrivercruise.com.
Secundus is often favoured by medium sized groups in the range of 40 – 60 guests for residential or corporate events for a private setting with exclusive private hire. The base dock of the ship is near Margaret Bridge, Jaszai Mari Square, therefore the offers we send will feature the base dock of Secundus ship.
Last updated: Mar, 2025