Knysna Houseboats

Knysna Houseboats are private self-drive boats that are found at Thesen Islands, in Knysna. This fully equipped floating accommodation offers panoramic views from the spacious roof-top sun deck. Each boat is fitted with light wood furnishings and navy blue and white décor. The fully equipped kitchen includes a stove, oven and fridge. Bathroom facilities on Knysna Houseboats include a shower, basin and a chemical toilet. They also offer 24-hour access to the ablutions at their charter base in Thesen´s Harbour Town. Barbeque facilities are available in the lounge area at the back of the boat, from where you can catch your own dinner as well. An assorted catering menu including beverages, picnic baskets and barbecue packs are available. Room service on the lagoon is also on offer. On arrival, guests will receive a short skipper course by the staff and get issued with a temporary skipper’s licence for the duration of their stay. Fishing rods, towels and towable tubes are available to rent. The boats are equipped with all safety equipment and life jackets. Valet boat parking is offered by the staff between sunrise and sunset. The town of Knysna is a 20-minute walk away and the George Airport is 73 km from Thesen Islands. Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions. A damage deposit of ZAR 1200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via PayPal, subject to an inspection of the property. Please note that check-in time on weekends and public holidays is limited to between 10:00 and 11:00. Arrivals after 12:00 will be able to make use of the boat and overnight at our jetty. No skipper’s license or experience is required to operate these boats. The owners and staff will give you a short skipper’s course and issue you with a temporary skipper’s license for the duration of your stay. Please note that on check-in, the guest will receive 2x 25L tanks of fuel. On check out, the tanks will be refueled and the guests will pay for the used fuel. Only petrol from Knysna Houseboats may be used. | All children are welcome. One child under 12 years is charged ZAR 199 per night when using existing beds. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. The maximum number of total guests in a room is 5. There is no capacity for cots in the room. | Pets are not allowed. | Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). | No internet access available.