South 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.  

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.

Discover the peace and tranquillity of the Vaal River on one of our new exquisite Houseboats. This multi-purpose retreat combines a river cruise and fully catered accommodation. She is the first luxury Houseboat of its kind to grace the Vaal River.

Referred to as “The Jewel of the West Coast”, one could not wish for more luxurious accommodation in such a totally unspoilt, picturesque environment which is surrounded by turquoise waters and pristine beaches.