Big Daddy Houseboat

Big Daddy Houseboat Big daddy is an upmarket spacious 85 foot tritoon houseboat based on Kariba Lake, Zimbabwe. All the rooms are fitted with luxurious beds and linen.

A legend of the lake, it is available for single party rental and trips. It has 2 decks with the lower deck housing 5 air-conditioned cabins. 4 en suite as well as 2 separate toilets (1 with a shower). There is also a lounge/bar area situated at the front of the boat with premium satellite TV. The upstairs deck is used as the dining area and has plenty of shade and cover. There are 4 heavy duty fa

ns strategically located to ensure you are cool, even on the hottest day. There is also a substantial sunning area with exceptionally comfortable sunbeds and cushioned bench seats along the edge of the deck. This all complimented with a beautiful teak bar

The top deck has a full set of drop-down shade cloth to protect from any inclement weather/bugs and provide warmth for those sleeping on the top during winter. It has recently been refitted with new ‘fly by wire’ 235 HP Volvo Penta Engines, Ampprop propellors and a totally new rudder system. The boat is incredibly smooth, quiet and fuel efficient. Average time taken to get to the Ume river is 5 – 6 hours and trips to the Sengwa and beyond are possible and affordable. This is complemented by a. 10 KVA Victron Solar Inverter system which runs all fridges, freezers and fans. This means the generator does not have to be run during the day, resulting in great savings in diesel costs. To ensure you have a smooth enjoyable trip we have a fantastic crew who will be attending to your needs. Lead by Captain Cephas who is a legend on the lake, having been with the boat since its’ inception in the early ‘90’s. His knowledge of the lake and his fishing skills are unsurpassed! Assisting him is our able chef George (trained through Zim Sun) who can work wonders in the kitchen with your meal plan or one arranged with the caterers based in Kariba. Tapfumaneyi our first deckhand is the final member(For larger charters an additional deckhand will be required)

Boat Number:
KF 639

Max Pax:
20 guests

Number of Cabins:
5 Rooms total, 1 king size room en suite, 3 Twin Cabins with en suite, 1 queen size room. Airconditioning:
All cabins. Generator runs until 22.00

Fans:
All rooms have fans running off an inverter system

Child Friendly:
Yes, netting all round. Cruising Speed:
10 -12 Km/Hr

Fuel Usage:
Variable depending on itinerary

Tender Boats:
1 x Sportster with 90 hp Suzuki (5 pax), 1 x Skimmer with 40 HP Suzuki (8 pax)

Toilets:
4 en suite, 2 in passage

Showers:
Hot water system is a high efficiency Paloma gas geyser
4 en suite high pressure, hot and cold water; 1 in passage high pressure, hot and cold water. Plug Points:
13 Amp (square 3 pin) – all on inverter system. Entertainment System:
500W Bluetooth/Aux music system with USB charger

Inverter & Solar:
10 KVA Victron Inverter system with 2 x 250A MPPT controllers
18 x 400W Solar panel array
24 KWH Lithium Ion battery back up. This runs all the electrical circuits and appliances, including the fans in the rooms, but not the air-conditioning units. Braai:
Weber

Boarding Times:
12.00pm

Moored at:
Marineland

Summer and Spring is best spent on Water ☀️☀️Why stay on land when you can explore and relax on the waters of Lake Karib...
11/09/2023

Summer and Spring is best spent on Water ☀️☀️

Why stay on land when you can explore and relax on the waters of Lake Kariba?

Big Daddy houseboat offers a comfortable and spacious travelling "Island" for you to experience all Lake Kariba and it's surrounds has to offer.

Get in touch to make your next holiday happen.

CHASING THE SUN☀Should we stay another day…. "Thoughts from the Tender Boat".
12/02/2022

CHASING THE SUN☀

Should we stay another day…. "Thoughts from the Tender Boat".

SCENESOne of the vistas at Elephant Point, each bay and area has its own story to show and tell.
09/02/2022

SCENES

One of the vistas at Elephant Point, each bay and area has its own story to show and tell.

TIME FOR A DIP 💧 The pool is filled and ready for you to come and cool off.         bath
05/02/2022

TIME FOR A DIP 💧

The pool is filled and ready for you to come and cool off.
bath

LUNCH 🥗On the hot days, a simple lunch is often the best solution. Chef George will ensure that everything is presented ...
29/01/2022

LUNCH 🥗

On the hot days, a simple lunch is often the best solution. Chef George will ensure that everything is presented beautifully for your meals & tea.

ANCHORS UP ⚓️One of the highlights of being on a houseboat is the lake crossing or moving onto another spot. The cool br...
15/01/2022

ANCHORS UP ⚓️

One of the highlights of being on a houseboat is the lake crossing or moving onto another spot. The cool breeze and panoramic vista make you feel as if you are in a world of your own.

THE BOW ⛴In 2017 Big Daddy went for some work to reshape her bow. The new flatter version allows for more efficient cont...
12/01/2022

THE BOW ⛴

In 2017 Big Daddy went for some work to reshape her bow. The new flatter version allows for more efficient contact with the water. A third pontoon was also added to provide more stability and efficiency across the lake.

CAPTAIN CEPHAS 👨🏿‍✈️Captain Cephas is the longest serving captain for a single boat on the lake. He has been with Big Da...
07/01/2022

CAPTAIN CEPHAS 👨🏿‍✈️

Captain Cephas is the longest serving captain for a single boat on the lake. He has been with Big Daddy in her various forms since 1997. A skilled navigator, top fisherman and fantastic person.

WELCOME TO 2022 💫 Happy New Years from the Big Daddy Family, we look forward to hosting you in 2022 on the magnificent L...
31/12/2021

WELCOME TO 2022 💫

Happy New Years from the Big Daddy Family, we look forward to hosting you in 2022 on the magnificent Lake Kariba.
#2022

THE WHEELHOUSE ⛴A look up to the captains office. What's our next destination, looks like 2022.
29/12/2021

THE WHEELHOUSE ⛴

A look up to the captains office. What's our next destination, looks like 2022.

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🐘⛴We would like to wish you all a merry muddy Christmas from the whole Big Daddy Family to yours.       ...
25/12/2021

MERRY CHRISTMAS 🐘⛴

We would like to wish you all a merry muddy Christmas from the whole Big Daddy Family to yours.

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PaSangano, 20 King George Road, Avondale
Harare
0000

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+263775220149

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