Houseboats are a great way to go on holiday. If you are thinking of taking a houseboat tours on the Murray River then read more here!

A great way to see and experience South Australia is on the water, onboard a Houseboat. It is an exciting and adventurous way to take a holiday. If you want to know more about houseboats or you are planning on hiring one for a little holiday with the family, then do read on! I will talk about what you need to do if you are planning on hiring a houseboat for a holiday.

Houseboats

A Houseboat is like a house on a boat with an engine. Most of what you will find in your house, you will be able to find on a houseboat.

According to the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure (DPT I) in South Australia, there are approximately 300 registered commercial houseboats operating along the Murray River. Houseboats operating up and down the Murray River offer day and overnight tour packages suitable for the entire family.

When to Hire a Houseboat

Planning a houseboat holiday on the Murray River? You are able to hire houseboats all year round, with summer being the most popular season. A great place to start looking for houseboats to hire in South Australia is by checking out Gopher SA.

Houseboats can typically accommodate groups, from 2 – 12 passengers. When hiring a houseboat, look out for these things:

• Onboard information – check that there is adequate maps and information about the local area you will be travelling to. Also check that there is onboard health and safety and emergency information so that you will have a guide on what to do in case something goes wrong during your journey.
• Registered Houseboat –all houseboat operators in South Australia must have a ‘hire and drive license’ in order to operate their business. They must also have their houseboat’s registered identification number plate fixed on the houseboat’s hull. So be sure to look out for this when hiring a houseboat.
• Driving Lesson – most houseboat operators along the Murray River offer a free lesson with your hire package so do take advantage of this. It’ll be helpful to have an experienced operator showing you the ropes before you take off on your journey.

Houseboat holidays are fun, exciting and suitable for anyone looking at taking an alternative holiday. Make your next holiday with family or mates a houseboat holiday along the Murray River!