Home | Kariba Accommodation | Binga House boats

Binga House Boats

Binga House Boats on Lake Kariba

Detailed below are Houseboats either moored permanently in Binga or houseboats that switch between Kariba and Binga. There is a limited selection of houseboats in Binga and the ones detailed here are the only ones available, other than privately owned boats. Binga is 300kms from Victoria Falls and 190kms from Hwange Main camp, sections of the road have potholes so it takes roughly 4hrs and 3hrs respectively but it's a pleasant drive through rural Zimbabwe. Self-drive is the easiest option but transfers or charter flights can be also arranged.

These Houseboats are ideally positioned if you are incorporating a holiday at Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park. Sometimes called the golden triangle, these three locations are all within easy driving distance of each other. Together they include a natural wonder of the world, Victoria Falls, pristine big five game viewing in Hwange and ultimate relaxation, game viewing and good fishing aboard a lovely houseboat on Kariba.

Show more...

**Please note that whilst every effort has been made to ensure the details supplied below are correct, we cannot be held responsible in any way should an item mentioned below not be on board /broken or miss quoted.

Filter by accommodation type

Lake Kariba Accommodation options

Kariba Hotels

Contact us for information and to make bookings.

Hornbill Lodge in Kariba town, ZimbabweLocation: Kariba town, Zimbabwe.

Details:  Kariba town hotels are used more by local Zimbabweans who have their own boats and come on holiday. International tourists generally stay at the more luxurious safari lodges detailed below, where there are more activities and they can enjoy a safari.

Caribbea Bay Resort is probably the most popular hotel, followed by Cutty Sark Hotel. Hornbill Lodge is a boutique lodge with stunning views, whilst Nzou Lodge, Cerruti and Wild Heritage offers affordable self-catering accommodation. Warthogs Bush Camp has backpacker accommodation with a great relaxed atmosphere and location, while Lomagundi Lakeside also has self-catering and camping options.

Booking Enquiry | Map

Lake Kariba accommodation options

Follow the link for more on the safari camps.

Musango Island Safari Camp Lake Kariba - ZimbabweLocation: Lake Kariba shore, Zimbabwe.

Details:
  Lake Kariba is a very noteworthy safari destination, although mistakenly often overlooked by international tourists. The safari lodges that have developed on the islands and mainland along the Matusadona shoreline offer some truly amazing safari opportunities.

The ones we recommend are Spurwing Island Lodge, Musango Island Camp, Bumi Hills, Changa Safari Camp and Rhino Safari Camp. Each one has its own uniqueness in some way, so please contact us for more information and details on each.

More Info | Booking Enquiry | Map

Lake Kariba accommodation options

Binga / Mlibizi

Contact us for information and to make bookings.

Masumu Lodge, Binga, Lake Kariba, ZimbabweLocation: Lake Kariba shore, Zimbabwe.

Details:
  This is going to be a very short paragraph as options are very limited indeed. This western end of the lake is remote, and tourism has never really taken off. It is very convenient if including Victoria Falls and Hwange in your holiday plans as it’s a nice drivable little circuit. There are a few houseboats at this end which are popular and the accommodation available is really for a night on either side of a houseboat trip.

Masumu Lodge is top of the ranking here and is actually a very nice spot. Chilila Lodges also have a few nice chalets. These both serve the Chilila harbour where several of the houseboats are moored and Zambezi Cruise Safaris depart from. Kulizwe Lodge serves the Kulizwe harbour, where the other houseboats are moored.

Mlibizi is a bit further west and it is from here that the Kariba ferry starts and ends. Accommodation is limited to the basic Mlibizi resort, right by the ferry harbour.

Info coming soon, but feel free to send us an enquiry...

Booking Enquiry | Map

Lake Kariba accommodation options

Chalet / Campsite

Bookings made direct with ZimParks

Tashinga Campsite, Matusadona National Park, ZimbabweLocation: Lake Kariba shore, Zimbabwe.

Details:  The once beautiful National Parks, Tashinga Campsite and chalets are today in a fairly dire state but are still open. Situated at the mouth of the Ume River in Matusadona National Park, access is very difficult and is either by boat or via a very arduous 4 x 4 road. Experienced 4x4 self-drivers attempt this, as the location is beautiful once you get there.

Booking Enquiry | Map

Filter by

The Catalina - Luxury Houseboat
Kariba House Boat (Binga)

$2500
Up to 10 people per night.
Self Catering.
Low Season.
Catalina Houseboat in Binga ZimbabweStar Rating: **** (4)

• 120ft catamaran
• Accommodates 10 people luxury and up to 16 maximum
• 5 en suite Air conditioned cabins
• Air conditioned TV Lounge
• Air conditioned Lounge and bar area
• Pool

2024 International Price: US$ 2500 per night up to 10 people; Fully inclusive of meals, drinks and fuel; US$ 1800 per night up to 10 people; Self catering option excludes meals, drinks and fuel.

More Info | Booking Enquiry | Map

The Abangane - Economy Houseboat
Kariba House boat (Binga)

$570
Up to 12 people per night.
Self Catering.
All Year.
Abangane Houseboat on Lake Kariba - Binga, ZimbabweStar Rating: ** (2)

• Accommodates 12 people comfortably and up to 15 maximum
• 2 Cabins (4 bunk beds total)
• Large upper deck - tables chairs and bar area
• Splash Pool

2024 International Prices: US$ 570 to per night up to 12 people; self catering excludes meals, drinks and diesel

More Info | More Pictures | Booking Enquiry | Map

Meremaid Houseboat - Mid-range Houseboat
Kariba House boat ( Binga)

$1223
Whole vessel per night - up to 20 passengers.
Self Catering.
All Year
Meremaid houseboat on Lake KaribaStar Rating: ** (2)

• 86ft cruiser
• 6 air-conditioned twin cabins
• Accommodates 12 people comfortably and up to 20 maximum
• Open upper deck, covered dining area, lounge and bar
• Splash Pool, music system and DSTV, gym equipment

2024 International Price: US$ 1223 self-catering; excludes National Park fees ( fuel deposit required at time of booking)

More Info | Booking Enquiry | Map

Tehillah Houseboat, Lake Kariba, ZimbabweLocation: Lake Kariba (Kariba side), Zimbabwe.

Details:  A very popular accommodation option on Lake Kariba is a houseboat and there are plenty of those to choose from. The majority of Houseboats are moored on the Kariba Side, the eastern basin. They vary in type and size, as well as quality, from luxury vessels to tubs.

The houseboats offer different rates based size and quality and whether fully-catered or self-catered. They are easily accessible from Harare, and offer a much larger selection compared to the Binga side of the lake.

Two nights on a houseboat is absolute minimum but a week would be my recommendation. Gives you time to unwind completely and really get into the ambience of this idyllic place. You can see which boats we recommend by clicking on the "More Info" link below.

More Info | Booking Enquiry | Map


More about Kariba House Boats

This 5000 square km lake, which when built was the largest man made lake in the world is by far one of my most favourite places to go. Over the years we have done many houseboat holidays and they are always great time for family and friends.

Kariba Sunset

Classic Kariba Sunset

The lake is 281 kms long and at its widest point is 40 kms wide. The lake is studded with islands and fringed with magnificent mountain ranges like the Matusadona mountains and the whole landscape is supremely beautiful.

Sunrises and sunset are indescribably beautiful and the absolute magic of this place can only be understood by those who have visited it and fallen in love with it.

The warm clear waters are home to over forty species of fish, the most notable of course being the tiger fish for which anglers come from around the world to catch.

The lush shoreline vegetation supports a profusion of bird and wild life, which is ideal when cruising on your house boat or even on one of the smaller tender boats, as you explore the shoreline or the many channels and inlets.

All in all if you are looking for a holiday of total relaxation, with the added attraction of game and bird viewing, some of the best fishing available, some of the most outstanding scenic and photographic opportunities....a Kariba House Boat holiday is ideal for you..

Best Times of year

This is a tricky one as everyone is different, so I would rather give some information and let you make your choice.

Kariba gets extremely hot during the months September through to March with temperatures often in excess of 40 degrees centigrade. October and November are particularly hot and dry before the rains arrive.

The rainy season starts around the middle of November and finishes around the end of March. This can be a spectacular time, watching the huge thunder storms brewing over the vast lake, however if you are there when the inter tropical convergence zone arrives you will have a miserable time, as you can get 3 weeks of continuous rain with ease.

During the cooler months of April to August the weather is beautiful. Warm days and cool nights. Beautiful blue skies, chances of rain are very slight..

The fishing is better in the hot summer months of September to March

Game viewing is pretty good all year round; but is best through the drier months August to November.

Birdwatching is also phenomenal all year round; Summer migrants arrive normally around September time.

Over Easter and Xmas and New Year houseboats are very popular and generally fully booked, so make sure you try to book at least six months in advance..

October is Tiger Fishing competition time at Kariba

Two nights is absolute minimum but a week would be my recommendation. Gives you time to unwind completely and really get into the ambience of this idyllic place.

What's Included

These houseboats are all fully staffed with a Captain, chef and crew. Once on board the most you will have to do is lift your arm to drink your gin and tonic. You will completely unwind and relax.

The houseboats all have tender boats with them included in the price. So once you are moored at your night spot, you can then take the smaller boats out for fishing or game viewing excursions. Its great!!

Kariba House boat 's are all fully equipped with fridges, freezers, stoves, cutlery, crockery and linen, you just have to bring your clothes and personal effects. Of course if you decide to self cater, you will need to bring you own food and drinks.

Please look at each individual boat to see what else is included.

Don't forget Kariba is a Malaria area so please take the necessary precautions.

If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us, I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Kariba houseboat reviews on Victoria Falls Guide

[Top of Page]



Download this 100% FREE Travel Guide with all things Victoria Falls


THE VIC FALLS BUSH TELEGRAPH
our Bi-Monthly E-Newsletter

Each issue has a destination update, loads of information about conservation and wildlife, specials offers, traveller tips, community projects, website highlights and tons more...

Find out more about our Bush Telegraph

"Your newsletter keeps me informed about new and old and is the best I've seen in a long while - informative, not commercial, just plain perfect!"  - I.Skliros

Don't worry. Your e-mail address is totally secure. I promise to use it only to send you The Vic Falls Bush Telegraph.

 

 


Return from Kariba House Boat to our Victoria Falls home page



ZIMBABWE ACCOMMODATION

Victoria Falls
Hotel
N1 Hotel
Kingdom Hotel
Elephant Hills Hotel
Cresta Sprayview Hotel
Mbano Manor Hotel
Rainbow Hotel
A Zambezi River Lodge
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge
Ilala Lodge
Palm River Hotel
Victoria Falls Hotel
Victoria Falls Safari Club
Victoria Falls Safari Suites
Safari Lodge
Ursulas Homestead
Stanley and Livingstone
Wallow Lodge
Gorges Lodge
Old Drift Lodge
Victoria Falls River Lodge
Elephant Camp
Elephant Camp West
Mpala Jena Camp
Matetsi River Lodge
Zambezi Sands
Chundu Island
Victoria Falls Island Lodge
Self Catering
701 Victoria Falls
Miombo Mews Apartments
Victoria Falls Rest Camp
Lokuthula Lodges
Victoria Falls Homestay
Zambezi National Parks
Guest Lodge
Drift Inn Lodge
Livingstone Lodge
Explorers Village
Nguni Lodge
Lorries B n B
Bayete Guest Lodge
Amadeus Guest Lodge
Pamarah Lodge
Phezulu Guest Lodge
Shongwe Lookout Guest Lodge
Pioneers Lodge
Nkosi Guest Lodge
528 Victoria Falls
Batonka Guest Lodge
Pamusha Lodge
Camping and Backpacking
N1 Hotel
Shoestrings
Victoria Falls Rest Camp

Hwange
Bomani Tented Lodge
Camelthorn Lodge
Camp Hwange
Camp Silwane
Davisons Camp
Elephants Eye
Hwange Bush Camp
Hwange Safari Lodge
Iganyanya Tented Camp
Ivory Lodge
Kapula Camp
Linkwasha Camp
Little Makalolo Camp
Miombo Safari Camp
Nehimba Lodge
Robins Camp
Sable Valley Lodge
Somalisa
The Hide
Tom's Little Hide

Mana Pools
Chikwenya Camp
Kanga Camp
Kavinga Safari Camp
Nyamatusi Camp
Ruckomechi Camp
Zambezi Expeditions

Matobo Hills

Binga House Boats

Kariba House Boats

Kariba Safari Lodge
Bumi Hills Safari Lodge
Changa Safari Camp
Kariba Safari Lodge
Musango Safari Camp
Spurwing Island

BOTSWANA ACCOMMODATION

Chobe
Bakwena Lodge
Camp Kuzuma
Chobe Game Lodge
Chobe River Lodge
Chobe Safari Lodge
Chobe Princesses
Elephant Valley Lodge
Muchenje Safari Lodge
Ngoma Safari Lodge
Zambezi Queen

Okavango Delta

ZAMBIA ACCOMMODATION

Livingstone
Avani Resort
David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa
Jollyboys Backpackers
Royal Livingstone Hotel
Tongabezi Lodge
Victoria Falls Waterfront
Waterberry Zambezi Lodge



Download this 100% FREE Travel Guide with all things Victoria Falls

Customer Feedback

Brilliant service and so helpful
by Sally (Blisworth, U.K.)
I stumbled across Victoria Fall Guide by accident, but I am so glad I did. Tony and Boo were so helpful, advising us on the best activities for us as I have mobility issues, and arranging our itinerary and booking everything. I had no worries about using them, or sending a very large payment to someone I didn’t know. Everything they booked for us was so well organised, pick ups on time, knowledgeable and friendly guides, clean transport. We did the walking tour of the falls, the sunset dinner cruise, full day at Chobe, the team, lion encounter and the helicopter and every single one was faultless. We were also due to do the lunar rainbow but unfortunately it was cancelled, however boo arranged the refund immediately. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone. We are so grateful to them for making our special holiday even more so.

Read more reviews or Add your own



Simunye - We are One - Live theatre show in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. Click to book!
Luxury Journeys by train from Pretoria to Victoria Falls, on the Rovos Rail
Stone Dynamics Gallery in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe






Powered by SBI!

Copyright© 2008 - Tony and Boo Peel. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.