The Zambezi Trader
The Zambezi Trader houseboat, 160ft long, 48ft wide and weighing 220 tons, is the largest luxury cruise boat on Lake Kariba. This ship is big enough to take large parties of up to 200 PAX on day trips for an unforgettable magic holiday cruise. Explore the entire 270 km length of this magnificent inland sea onboard this iconic ship offering bespoke Lake Kariba cruises.
The “Trader” as she is affectionately known, has 29 air-conditioned cabins on 3 decks. The top deck also comes with a large, covered area and a privatecocktail bar; a spectacular venue for hosting immersive functions such as weddings, parties and conferences. All rooms on the upper deck have private verandas with lake vistas and unparalleled comfort.
Private Houseboat Charters
STANDARD CHARTER PACKAGES
- Wet Rate Package (Fuel Inclusive)
- Dry Rate Package (No Fuel)
INCLUDED:
- Houseboat
- Tender boats (depending of the number of pax)
- Crew: Captain, chef and deckhands
- Cleaning Materials
- Towels
- Guest amenities (soap, shampoo, body lotion)
- All taxes & tourism levies are INCLUDED
EXCLUDED:
- Food & Drinks
- National Parks Conservation Fees
- Fishing Permits and River / Lake Usage Fees
*Zambezi Cruise & Safaris reserves the right to SUBSTITUTE another vessel of similar standard in certain circumstances.
Fully Inclusive Group Cruise
- Min 20 Passenger Private Exclusive Hire
- 20 - 68 Passengers Private Exclusive Hire
INCLUDED:
- All fuel
- All meals, local beverages, selected SA wines, tea/coffee
- Water & boat based activities including:
- Game viewing, Birding, Sunset Cruises
- Fishing from tender boats
- All taxes & tourism levies
EXCLUDED:
- National Parks Conservation Fees
- Fishing Permits and River / Lake Usage Fees
- Visa costs and Medical / Travel insurance
- Ground, air and speed boat transfers
*Optional Extras: Game drives and walks are available (Please note: some activities may not be applicable depending on your location on the lake during the cruise).
ROUTE
- THREE NIGHT MATUSADONA CRUISE: Kariba – Matusadona – Kariba
CABINS
DECK A
16 TWIN cabins
All cabins en-suite
Max Pax 32
DECK B
5 FAMILY CABINS
With 4 twin beds all cabins are ensuite
Max Pax 20
DECK c
8 Luxury cabins
With King size beds
Max Pax 16
Facilities
Air-conditioned cabins
Cocktail Bar
2 Bar Areas
Pool
2 swimming pools
Library
sun deck
with day-beds
tender boats
for water-based activities
Gym & Spa
Activities
Sunset Cruises
Sunrise Cruises
Fishing
visit a Fishing village
game viewing
by tender boat
Beach Barbecue
(Please note: some activities may not be applicable depending on your location on the cruise.)
