House Boats Accommodation Near Mabibi
*All distances listed are as the crow flies, and not actual travel distances.
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More info about Mabibi
South Africa’s only tropical dive site, Mabibi on the east coast of the country was for many years the best kept secret amongst the diving community. The place is sandwiched between Lake Sibaya in the west and the warm Indian Ocean to the east, and incorporated into the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mabibi’s relatively untouched sandy beaches attract female loggerhead and leatherback turtles during the nesting season in late spring. Hatchlings appear at the end of summer and battle their way into the safety of the waves as predators arrive from all directions to intercept their path. At low tide, fish become trapped in the rock pools scattered along the beach which make for ideal snorkelling spots. Out in the deep blue sea are the beautiful coral reefs, frequented by tropical fish to breed, while game fish and sharks patrol the waters. On the dunes are thick coastal forests, complete with gnarled... Show more
About House Boats
Guests truly make their accommodation and integral part of their holiday when they opt to stay in a houseboat. There is a wide variety of options when it comes to Houseboating. For guests with seafaring experience, and a skippers licence, there is the opportunity to commandeer your own boathouse, and enjoy the flexibility and freedom it offers. These smaller boathouses can sleep up-to five people and offer basic amenities for self-catering. For guests wanting or willing to let someone else do the boating there are both economy and luxury houseboating options to choose from. Economy is ideal for larger groups, and guest who want a more hands-on approach to their holiday. Guests preferring smaller groups, or wanting to simply take in the experience, luxury is the way to go. Extra’s on a luxury houseboat include full ensuite cabins, all meals made by the boats chef, and full deluxe amenities.