Protea Hotel Southern Belle

Destination

Lake Kariba

The Southern Belle is one of the largest houseboats in Southern Africa located on Lake Kariba, Zambia, which is the largest artificial lake in the world. It is located on the Zambezi River along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Lake Kariba is over 220 kilometers long and up to 40 kilometers in width. It covers an area of 5,580 square kilometers. The lake is home to several islands, including Maaze, Mashape, Chete, Sekula, Sampa Karuma, Fothergill, Spurwing, Snake, Antelope and Bed Island. The Southern Belle has three decks offering 22 en-suite cabins as well as a conference room for up to 30 people, lobby, sundry shop, restaurant and bar, top deck with bar and a swimming pool. Ideal for both leisure and business cruises with spectacular views, stunning sunsets as well as a range of activities or wonderful relaxing holidays just soaking up the sunshine.Each of the 22 cabins are en suite with a modern light and airy feel. Each cabin offers satellite television and air conditioning. The three decks offer comfortable and spacious public areas to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The Southern Belle offers the ideal venue to appreciate Lake Kariba’s well renowned sun sets and star gazing. The conference room with its private verandah offers a unique experience and an alternative venue for corporate retreats and conferences.

Protea Hotel Southern Belle Amenities

All 22 en-suite cabins have been retained and renovated in a modern contemporary style, while remaining sympathetic to the design elements that make a steam boat classical. The Southern Belle has also been brought up to standard in terms of safety. The décor provides a light and airy feel to the cabin with modern wooden flooring and soothing colours.

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Lake Kariba is one of the largest man-made lakes in the world. It is unique and wild, surrounded by African bush and terrain. It is located on the Zambezi River along the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe. Lake Kariba is over 226 kilometers long and up to 40 kilometers in width. It covers an area of 5,580 square kilometers.

Area Attractions

Activities off board: Fishing: The Southern Belle has three tender boats to ensure the fishing enthusiast’s gain access to some of the best fishing areas on the lake. Lake Kariba is renowned for tiger fishing. * Cultural Tour: * GUESTS will be taken to a village to interact with the locals and experience their way of life. Bush Walk: Some of the nearby islands offer great bush walks and trekking. * Activities on board: * The time spent on board during the day is really a relaxing interval between the morning and afternoon off board activities, while the evenings are an opportunity to sample good food, fine wine while recalling the day’s adventures. On selected evenings there will be a movie showing in the conference room from 20h00.