KwaZulu-Natal, Pongola, Jozini Dam (Pongolapoort)
Shayamanzi Houseboats runs luxury cruises on Jozini Dam near Pongola. Board at the Jozini Tiger Lodge marina and sleep on a houseboat while you fish, watch game, and cruise Pongolapoort.
Jozini Dam is the southernmost tigerfish water in South Africa. Shayamanzi offers dedicated tiger fishing charters from the houseboats with tackle and rods available. Carp, barbel, and kurper are also caught on the dam. Most fishing is from boats because hippos and crocodiles use the shoreline. Confirm charter dates and fishing rules with the venue.
Shayamanzi launched South Africa's first luxury houseboats on Lake Jozini in 2001. Cruises board at the Jozini Tiger Lodge docks on Main Road in Jozini. Cabins, lounges, and open decks give views over the dam and Pongola Game Reserve bush. Cruises include chef-prepared meals and crew. Social cruises run on fixed departure dates. Exclusive charters can be booked for private groups. Tiger fishing, game viewing, and special occasions are all part of the experience. Children under six are not accepted on board. Prices and rules: - Rack rates are valid from 1 March 2026 to 29 February 2028 and include VAT - Social cruise, deluxe cabin, per guest per night: R4 465 sharing, R5 480 single - Social cruise, pontoon cabin, per guest per night: R3 250 sharing, R4 115 single - Exclusive private charter of Shayamanzi II, 1 to 20 guests, six deluxe and four pontoon cabins, 1 March 2026 to 28 February 2027: R41 500 per night plus a daily cover charge of R1 050 per guest per night - Exclusive private charter, 1 March 2027 to 29 February 2028: R43 500 per night plus a daily cover charge of R1 150 per guest per night - Minimum cruise: 2 nights - Cruises include crew, accommodation, game viewing, tiger fishing from skippered tender boats, rods and tackle, fuel, transfers between Jozini Tiger Lodge and the houseboat, a welcome drink, tea and coffee, and WiFi - Drinks, optional crew gratuity and merchandise are extra, late arrivals pay R750 per person for the private transfer - 50% deposit on confirmation, balance due 30 days before boarding Last updated at: 23 October 2026.
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