General Questions

No. You only need to be over 21 and hold an unrestricted driver’s licence. We’ll show you how to drive the houseboat before you leave.

Book online or email us. An $800 deposit secures your booking, with the balance due two months before check-in.

3 nights.

Absolutely. Longer trips are common, including 10-day-plus stays.

We’ll confirm everything, then around 21 days before your hire we’ll send you an information pack with what you need to know before arrival.

There’s around 100km of navigable Murray River to explore.

Yes. There are public ramps nearby and we’ll show you the best way to secure it to the houseboat.

Yes. Both are available as optional extras.

Yes. Kitchens, cookware, crockery, linen, fresh water and the everyday basics are already onboard.

Yes. The freshwater tanks are filled with local town water before your hire.

On selected houseboats, yes. Check the individual boat page for pet-friendly options.

Of course. Many boats have gated decks, and life jackets are available for children and non-swimmers.

Up to 12, depending on the houseboat.

No. Use what you need and pay for the fuel used when you return.

It depends on the boat and how far you travel. We can give you a rough guide before you leave.

You don’t need a detailed itinerary before arriving. Our suggested routes provide a starting point, and our team can help you plan around your interests and current river conditions.
 

Find a suitable riverbank, pull in and choose a suitable mooring location using the guidance provided at your handover and in your onboard information. Contact our team if you’re unsure.

Yes. We have secure parking for cars, trailers and caravans, with powered options available on request.

Yes. Local supermarkets can deliver to the houseboat on your arrival day.

Call us. You’ll have access to our 24/7 duty phone throughout your hire.

For safety, houseboat movements may be stopped until conditions improve.

From 3:00pm. If your boat is ready earlier, we’ll give you a call.

By 10:00am on your departure day.

Please wash the dishes, clean the BBQ, bag your rubbish and leave the boat tidy. We’ll explain the return checklist during your handover.

The Mighty Murray River Awaits