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A spacious houseboat deck is visible under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The area includes a driver's seat and a central console with a view of the surrounding river and greenery. Sunlight reflects on the water, creating a serene ambiance.
Boat in Malgas

Houseboat 1 (Valid Skippers License Compulsory)

Fishing, bird-watching or quality time. A 4 sleeper houseboat, huge roof deck and front fishing area coupled with a braai/barbecue and your set for an outdoor adventure! Kitchenette has an oven, top plates and fridge with a washbasin and bathroom. Valid Skippers License is compulsory.

A self-drive houseboat is shown on the Kowie River, gliding through calm waters. Two individuals are positioned on the boat, with one seated on the roof. The surrounding scenery features lush greenery and distant hills, creating a serene backdrop.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 1

Well equipped self-drive Houseboat perfectly suited for that getaway on the beautiful Kowie River. Whether looking for a romantic couples getaway or family fishing outing, you are sure to return relaxed and rejuvenated with plenty of memories and photos!

A houseboat glides smoothly across the serene Kowie River, featuring a spacious deck with two individuals. One person sits comfortably on the roof, enjoying the views, while another steers from the cabin. Surrounding landscapes include gentle hills and calm water reflecting the evening light.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 2

Well equipped self-drive Houseboat perfectly suited for that getaway on the beautiful Kowie River. Whether looking for a romantic couples getaway or family fishing outing, you are sure to return relaxed and rejuvenated with plenty of memories and photos!

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A unique land yacht accommodation is displayed, featuring a wooden boat-like structure elevated on stilts. The design showcases large windows and a spacious deck, set against a backdrop of clear blue skies and surrounding greenery.
Boat in Oudtshoorn
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

On land yacht stay: Ark

One of a kind on land yacht accommodation at Mount Noah Lodge

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Two sailboats are positioned on a structure under a clear blue sky. The boats are secured with rigging visible, while the surrounding area features a light blue building and distant mountains.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

On land yacht stay: Juliano

Superhost
A boat is housed under a covered structure, with a blue sky and sunlight illuminating the scene. The boat's hull features a white and red color scheme, and is positioned on a stone base, offering a glimpse of nautical charm.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

On land yacht stay: Spartan

Popular amenities for South Africa boat rentals

KitchenWifiPoolFree parking on premisesAir conditioning

Family-friendly boat rentals

A self-drive houseboat is shown on the Kowie River, gliding through calm waters. Two individuals are positioned on the boat, with one seated on the roof. The surrounding scenery features lush greenery and distant hills, creating a serene backdrop.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 1

A houseboat glides smoothly across the serene Kowie River, featuring a spacious deck with two individuals. One person sits comfortably on the roof, enjoying the views, while another steers from the cabin. Surrounding landscapes include gentle hills and calm water reflecting the evening light.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 2

A spacious houseboat deck is visible under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The area includes a driver's seat and a central console with a view of the surrounding river and greenery. Sunlight reflects on the water, creating a serene ambiance.
Boat in Malgas

Houseboat 1 (Valid Skippers License Compulsory)

Guest favorite
Two sailboats are positioned on a structure under a clear blue sky. The boats are secured with rigging visible, while the surrounding area features a light blue building and distant mountains.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

On land yacht stay: Juliano

Guest favorite
A unique land yacht accommodation is displayed, featuring a wooden boat-like structure elevated on stilts. The design showcases large windows and a spacious deck, set against a backdrop of clear blue skies and surrounding greenery.
Boat in Oudtshoorn
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

On land yacht stay: Ark

Superhost
A boat is housed under a covered structure, with a blue sky and sunlight illuminating the scene. The boat's hull features a white and red color scheme, and is positioned on a stone base, offering a glimpse of nautical charm.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

On land yacht stay: Spartan

Other boat vacation rentals

A self-drive houseboat is shown on the Kowie River, gliding through calm waters. Two individuals are positioned on the boat, with one seated on the roof. The surrounding scenery features lush greenery and distant hills, creating a serene backdrop.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 1

A houseboat glides smoothly across the serene Kowie River, featuring a spacious deck with two individuals. One person sits comfortably on the roof, enjoying the views, while another steers from the cabin. Surrounding landscapes include gentle hills and calm water reflecting the evening light.
Boat in Port Alfred
4.7 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Port Alfred Houseboats - Self drive boats 2

A spacious houseboat deck is visible under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The area includes a driver's seat and a central console with a view of the surrounding river and greenery. Sunlight reflects on the water, creating a serene ambiance.
Boat in Malgas

Houseboat 1 (Valid Skippers License Compulsory)

Guest favorite
Two sailboats are positioned on a structure under a clear blue sky. The boats are secured with rigging visible, while the surrounding area features a light blue building and distant mountains.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

On land yacht stay: Juliano

Guest favorite
A unique land yacht accommodation is displayed, featuring a wooden boat-like structure elevated on stilts. The design showcases large windows and a spacious deck, set against a backdrop of clear blue skies and surrounding greenery.
Boat in Oudtshoorn
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

On land yacht stay: Ark

Superhost
A boat is housed under a covered structure, with a blue sky and sunlight illuminating the scene. The boat's hull features a white and red color scheme, and is positioned on a stone base, offering a glimpse of nautical charm.
Private room in Oudtshoorn
5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

On land yacht stay: Spartan

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