Africa Houseboat

Hire a self-drive houseboat. Take the helm of a houseboat and navigate the Vaal Barrage! Cruise the 55kms of South Africa’s most dynamic, permanently navigable inland waterway. The houseboat can sleep up to five people. An easy hour’s drive south from Joburg and you can be on your own self-drive.

Houseboat Myrtle is a self-contained cottage on the water. Anchored in the Knysna Lagoon, it is a two minute dinghy ride away from the Knysna Waterfront.

Lightleys House Boats on Maguga Dam provides a unique, self-catered, 'self-drive' holiday experience.

Kiara is a classic luxury 114 ft super yacht. It is a superb, privately owned retreat moored in one of the most exclusive and scenic locations in the world, the V & A Waterfront.

The Delta Belle Houseboat is ideal for small groups and individuals interested in an Okavango River safari. The houseboat is positioned in one of the greatest wetlands in the world, the Okavango Delta.

Be the captain of your own holiday in a catered or self-catered, self-drive houseboat, on the glorious Kowie River, and enjoy a fantastic family holiday or a romantic getaway. Whatever your choice, you’ll be able to navigate your Lightleys Holiday Houseboat along 15 km of tranquil waters and anchor overnight at numerous peaceful spots along the river.

Escape to the tranquility of the West Coast, with its abundant bird life, magnificent springtime flower displays, beautiful beaches and the meandering Berg River. Enjoy the magic of bird-watching, hiking, biking, canoeing, fishing, boating and much more.

Fish the Zambezi and Chobe River and let your dreams come true. The Pride of the Zambezi is an upmarket houseboat which is berthed on the Chobe River at the entrance to the Chobe National Park.

Houseboat Magunda is situated on the bay of Cape Maclear, south of Lake Malawi. This bay is known for its uprising islands and the colourful waters with over 500 different species of fish. The boat is a 12 bed, luxurious houseboat fitted with a kitchen, lounge and dining area, toilets and showers.

Like the eagle that it takes its name from, Bateleur is a "graceful bird" and is the ultimate experience in houseboating. Bateleur sleeps 12 passengers plus four crew members, and is superbly appointed with high quality furnishings and fittings.

The majestic Ichobezi is a newly built, state of the art luxury safariboat operating on both the Chobe and Zambezi Rivers. At 18 metres long and boasting four twin en-suite cabins for guest use - all decorated in tasteful African style - this unique boat offers the guest comfort, space and versatility.

The house boat offers four luxurious en-suite cabins accommodating eight people, and a top deck with a teak bar and plunge pool, accommodating an additional four people with extra shower and toilet.

The Maggie May Houseboat is a luxurious houseboat providing overnight self catering accommodation for up to 6 people, river safaris, river cruises and the perfect venue for any type of celebration

The Ngwesi meaning tiger fish Houseboat is consists of a lower and upper deck. The lower deck is the sleeping quarters with four en-suite bedrooms. Two of the bedrooms have twin beds while the other two have double beds. The bathrooms all have showers, hand basin with vanity slab, WC and hanging as well as packing space. The WC are flush and there is hot and cold running fresh water.

Looking for that perfect getaway; try a houseboat vacation on the Vaal River. Exemption from skipper's license. The fully equipped luxury houseboats sleep four people, and are moored in a private lagoon, separated from the main river by a 30mx20m island. Maximum four persons per houseboat.

Houseboating on the Maggie May is a unique way to enjoy the natural
beauty and peaceful surroundings of the malaria-free Sundays River. Our
six-sleeper houseboat accommodates every occasion whether you are on
holiday, celebrating a birthday, a special anniversary or year end
function.  

The Zambezi Trader is a luxury passenger ship situated on one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes - Lake Kariba on the Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe. It can carry up to 200 guests on a day trip, or sleep 50 guests in its 24 cabins.

We consider ourselves more than a houseboat and not just another lodge in Africa. Nguni Voyager accommodates 10 passengers in either twin or double rooms.

Cruise Lake Kariba while game viewing and birdwatching. Relax, sip on ice cold drinks, and enjoy superb food prepared by the on-board chef.

Larus Houseboat is a well-equipped houseboat moored in the calm turquoise waters of the Langebaan Lagoon at Kraalbaai in the West Coast National Park.