A: Yes you will, if you have a drivers licence & you are over 21 this is usually sufficient experience to skipper our houseboat. You will have a 1 to 2 hour training showout beforehand to ensure a safe holiday.

Q: Do I need a boat license?

A: A current drivers License is required.

Q: What do I need to bring?

A: Your food, drinks and personal toiletries, for personal belongings we suggest binoculars, hats, sunscreen, camera, fishing gear and don't forget a few favourite dvd's or CDs. there is plenty of cupboard space but try to pack everything in soft bags rather than suit cases they will fit better. dont forget to bring your aeroguard.

Q: Where can I buy groceries?

A: There is an 7 day Supermarket in Mannum, as well as a butcher, baker, video store & bottle shop.

Q: Where can we buy extra supplies once we are on the river ?

A: There are stores at small towns along the way.

Q: How big is the fridge?

A: The fridge is a large fridge freezer with plenty of space. there is also a 100 litre esky for ice & drinks or frozen food

Q: Is there fresh water on board?

A: You have 2000ltrs of fresh water onboard for drinking.

Q: Can we drink the fresh water supplied with the boat?

A: Yes you can it is Mannums town water supply.

Q: What facilities are there onboard?

A: Supplied is all towels, linen & toiletries, soap, shampoo & conditioner, just like a motel. Also there is washing powder and dishwashing tablets. fly sprayand kitchen sponges etc. The Matrix has a full kitchen with all cutlery, crockery and glasses, including wine & port glasses, 2 full dinner sets, There is a stainless steel 4 burner BBQ on the foredeck, as well as plenty of outdoor furniture and there are spare blankets in the bedrooms.

Q: Can I use a hairdryer ?

A: Yes no problemes.

Q: Is there a microwave?

A: Yes.

Q: What is the reception like for mobile phones?

A:There is limited, staggered reception. CDMA phones work better.

Q: Do you have the facility to charge my mobile phone?

A: Yes we do have a 240volt system just bring your household adaptor.

Q: Is the river fresh water?

A: Yes its fresh.

Q: Is it safe to swim?

A: Yes it is safe to swim. There are no sharks or crocodiles. Diving is not recommended.

Q: What fish are in the river?

A: Murray Cod, Callop, Redfin, Catfish and Carp as well as yabbies. Check the fishing guide on board. 

Q: What is the best bait?

A: Prawns, worms, shrimps and bacon 

Q: How fast does the boat go?

A: Between 6 & 8 knots

Q: How large are the ice boxes?

A: 100 litre esky.

Q: Can I bring my speedboat and tie it to the houseboat?

A: Yes you can, there is a ski hitch on the side.

Q: Can I buy ice  from the Marina?

A: Yes, we can sell ice, you would need to let us know prior.