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The following is a listing of vessels operating from Kariba - each vessel
here has been totally proven time and time again.
Unless otherwise stated:
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Prices are quoted in South African Rands at standard agent rates, effective
1 February 1998
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All catering costs ZAR100 per person per day (3 meals, teas, snacks, cleaning
materials etc.)
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Drinks are on a sale and return basis (you pay for your drink order on arrival
and receive a credit for returns on departure).
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Prices are exclusive of National Parks fees payable in cash on departure
from the harbour. Current rates (subject to change without notice) are:
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Entry per day: Z$50 per person
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Fishing per day: Z$10 per person
"Navistar" - Super reliable, one of the best
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65' pontoon houseboat with twin motors
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Accommodates 10 passengers in three cabins (two double and one twin) with
additional sleeping space on top deck, has 2 toilets and showers (main en-suite)
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Large galley and dining area on aft lower deck
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Has a swimming cage and two tenders
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Top deck has a spacious bar and comfortable seating area
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Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on request
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The 3 man crew is well recognised as being one of
the best on the lake
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Price ZAR1850 per day - book well in advance for holiday season
"De Witte Oliphant" - ideal for smaller groups
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45' monohull cruiser with single marine diesel engine
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Accommodates 6 passengers in one cabin sleeping 4, a double bed conversion
in the saloon and sleeping space on the top deck, has shower and separate
toilet plus a shower on the rear deck
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Has a 16' runabout as its tender boat
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Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on request
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A 2 man crew with private quarters
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Price ZAR1300 per day
"Kuraura" - A well run and suberbly maintained vessel
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55' monohull cruiser with single marine diesel engine
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Accommodates 8 passengers in two cabins, saloon conversion and sleeping space
on the top deck, has shower and separate toilet
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Mid section has comfortable lounge/dining area with the wheel house and galley
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Has 3 x 13' tenders Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on
request A 3 man crew with private quarters
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Price ZAR1650 per day
"Shangri-La" - A fantastic boat for those wanting a bit of luxury
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55' monohull cruiser with twin motors
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Accommodates 8 passengers in two double cabins (main en suite) with sleeping
space on the top deck, has additional shower and separate toilet
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Has a spacious aft deck with dining area. Comfortable saloon is equipped
with TV/video and Sound System.
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Saloon and cabins are air conditioned
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Has 2 x 13' tenders
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Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on request
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]2 or 3 man crew with private quarters (depending upon group size)
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Price ZAR2000 per day - book well in advance
"Morning Star" - ideal for a group of 10 on a budget
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60' pontoon houseboat with single motor
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Accommodates 10 passengers in two cabins, a saloon conversion and additional
sleeping space on top deck, has 1 toilet and shower
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Has a large top sundeck and small front deck with table and chairs
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Has a 16' tender Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on request
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Has a competent crew of 2
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Price ZAR1300 per day
"Golden Mariner" - ideal for a large group requiring lots of space
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Spacious 70' flat bottomed houseboat with twin motors
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Accommodates 12 passengers in four well appointed twin cabins and additional
sleeping space on top deck
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Has a very comfortable dining area at the front of the boat plus a large
lounge with built in bar and entertainment centre
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Has a Bermuda deck with a swimming cage
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Rods, bait and tackle are not supplied - available on request
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Has an excellent crew of 3
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Price ZAR2200 per day - book at least a year in advance
"Queen II" - the best budget vessel on the Lake, with the finest "old
salt"
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38' Cruiser, accommodates 6 passengers in 8 sleeping berths in 1 cabin with
4 bunks plus deck beds.
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Hosted personally by Barry Simpson with 24 years of experience on the lake.
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Undoubtedly the best value for money budget vessel on the lake - if you want
a personalised experience with one of the "old salts" of the lake then "Batonka"
Barry is the best man you could ask for!
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Has two tenders and fishing rods - bring or buy your own tackle.
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Priced at US$200 per night, boat and fuel. Catering at US$15 per person per
day excluding drinks.
"Concorde" - The Penthouse (Rob Beaton's Dream)
- unquestionably the best vessel on Lake Kariba
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90' Luxury Cruiser, accommodates 14 passengers in
7 double en-suite cabins
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5 star luxury appointments, "state of the art", fully
air conditioned throughout, beautiful saloon, entertainment centre, large
Jacuzzi, wet bikes etc. etc.
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Priced at US$2750 all inclusive - must be booked well
in advance between July and December
"Peregrine" and "Shikra" - Two identical vessels
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65' Pontoon houseboats, accommodating 16 passengers each with 6 double cabins
and deck beds.
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Have splash pools and swimming cages plus two tenders each.
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Guide price US$800 per day plus US$40 per person per day catering
"Osprey" - for the big party!
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90' Pontoon houseboat, accommodating 28 passengers with 10 double cabins
and 2 family rooms plus deck beds.
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Has splash pool and swimming cage plus four tenders.
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Guide price US$1300 plus US$40 per person per day catering
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