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Currently listing 44 Quality Houseboats for Safari & Fishing Holidays on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, Africa

Southern Belle Houseboat

Southern Belle Houseboat 5 STAR RATING

The Southern Belle

Physical Address: Plot 517 Siavonga, Lake Kariba, Zambia

VAT 16% included

Other Taxes: Service Charge 10% included

Year Boat Built   1995       Last Renovation                2010

Number of Buildings: 1  Number of Decks: 3

Location: The Southern Belle is located in Manchinchi Bay on Lake Kariba which is approximately 2 ½ to 3 hours' drive from Lusaka International Airport.

Number of Beds               44           Number of Cabins           22


GUEST Room Information

 

1 Presidential Suite

Consist of 1 double bed, en suite, air conditioned, private balcony, outward facing.

Room can accommodate 2 people.


5 Suites

 

Consist of 1 double bed, en suite, air conditioned, outward facing.

Room can accommodate 2 people.


10 Double Cabins

 

Consist of 1 double bed, en suite, air conditioned, outward facing.

Room can accommodate 2 people.


4 Twin Cabins

 

Consist of 2 single beds, en suite and air conditioned.

Room can accommodate 2 people.


1 Triple Cabin

 

Consist of 3 single beds, en suite and air conditioned.

Room can accommodate 3 people.


Facilities in Cabins

  • Electronic door locks
  • Electronic safes
  • Satellite TV
  • Air conditioning

 


Things to do onboard:
The time spent on board during the day is really a relaxing interval between the morning and afternoon off board activities, while the evenings are an opportunity to sample good food, fine wine while recalling the day's adventures.

On selected evenings there will be a movie showing in the conference room from 20h00.

Things to do off board:

  • Fishing trips
  • Cultural tour
  • Bush walks

Conference Facilities:

The boat has one conference room that can accommodate up to 30 people:
20 "U"- shape
30 Classroom
The conference room has its own private verandah ideal for tea breaks.

Hire of conference room includes writing pads, pens, mints, cordials, water, white boards, soft boards, screen, markers, flipcharts, paper and data projector.


Guest Cruise Rates (on a per room basis)

Room Type     

Full Board

Single Occupancy

Full Board

Double Occupancy

Full Board

Triple Occupancy

Twin/Triple $225.00 $295.00 $375.00
Double $280.00 $350.00  n/a
Suite $330.00 $400.00  n/a
Presidential $430.00 $500.00  n/a

The above rates are on a per night basis and inclusive of the following:

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Mid-morning tea break
  • Mid-afternoon tea break
  • Activities
  • 16% VAT and 10% service charge

Rates exclude beverages.

The above rates apply to the following set cruise dates:

Departure time: 12 pm                        Return time: 10 00am                                                                                    
                                       13th - 15th January 
  27th - 29th January 
  10th - 12th February 
  24th - 26th February 
  9th - 11th March 
  23rd - 25th March 
  6th - 8th April (Easter) 
  27th - 29th April 
  11th - 13th May  
  25th - 27th May (Africa Freedom Day) 
  8th - 10th June  
  22nd - 24thJune 
  7th - 9th July (Saturday - Monday - long weekend) 
  20th - 22nd July   
  3rd - 5th August (Farmers Day 3rd August 2011) 
  24th - 26th August  
  14th - 16th September 
  28th - 30th September 
  12th - 14th October 
  26th - 28th October 
  9th - 11th November 
  23rd - 25th November 
  14th - 16th December  
  24th - 26th December 
  30th December - 1st January 2013 

 


Individual Bookings:

Individual bookings are available on any date subject to availability, however, if there are less than 5 cabins booked the boat will remain stationary at the base station and the following rates will apply:

Guest Rate (non cruise)           

Single Occupancy

Bed & Breakfast  

Double Occupancy

Bed & Breakfast   

Triple Occupancy

Bed & Breakfast  

Twin/Triple Room
$113.00
$148.00
$188.00
Double Room
$140.00
$175.00
 n/a
Suite
$165.00
$200.00
 n/a
Presidential
$215.00
$250.00
 n/a

The above rates are on a per night basis and inclusive of the following:

  • Accommodation
  • Breakfast
  • 16% VAT and 10% service charge
  • Prokard holders are eligible for a further 5% discount on the above non-cruise rates

Rates exclude lunch, dinner and beverages.


Full Ship Charter Rates:

USD 8,500.00

Charter packages are available from one up to five night cruises with the possibility of additional nights. Charter cruises can be tailored to suit the group's needs.


Kariba Restaurant

When the Southern Belle is stationary at the base station the restaurant is open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations essential.

Breakfast from 06:00 hrs to 9:00 hrs

Lunch from 12:30 hrs to 15:00 hrs

Dinner from 19:00 hrs to 22:00 hrs

Conference tea breaks:
Mid-morning snack at 11:00 hrs
Mid-afternoon snack at 15:00 hrs


 

Location

Specs and Technical Data

Max Passengers: 44
Crew: 12
Cabins: 22
Registration Number: KF 914
Hull Type: : Pontoon
Length: 180ft (54.86m)
Engine: Diesel
Mooring: Siavonga

Facilities

22 Toilets 22 Showers Air Conditioning Tender Boats: tba Cold Space: Ample cold space Swimming Facilities: Splash Pool

Extra Facilities

Conference facility for 30 guests.

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Game viewing
  • Bird watching
  • Photography and videography
  • Relaxation
  • Reading and board games
  • Sunbathing

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Southern Belle

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