Hartbeespoort Dam: 1-Hour Standard Scenic Boat Cruise



Beautiful and scenic 1-hour cruise around Hartbeespoort Dam

Highlights

  • Experience the magic and unwind with a 1-hour Cruise on Harties!
  • Escape to serenity with breathtaking views, relaxing ambience, music and service
  • Savor gourmet finger foods and purchase your choice of drinks from the cash bar
  • See the Magaliesberg mountain range and admire luxury waterfront homes

Description

Beautiful and scenic 1-hour Cruise around Hartbeespoort Dam taking in all the history, fauna and flora of the dam and amazing views, music, service and ambience. The cruise includes a 1-hour experience, no catering with cash bar onboard.

Cruise Times

11h00 / 12h15 / 13h30 / 14h45 / 16h00 / 17h15

Enjoy a delicious cocktail or something to eat at our Zanzibar Beach Cafe before or after your cruise.

Departing from Harties Harbour in Kommando Nek Resort, we cruise towards Pecanwood Estate and further down past the Islands towards the bridge. We cross the dam and then continue past Caribbean Estate and then Kosmos all the way close to the dam wall. Our return takes in the zoo and Yacht Club.

Includes

1-hour cruise experience with Harties Boat Company

Excludes

Bar / Drinks onboard
Food

Important Information

  • No cooler boxes or outside drinks allowed onboard the vessel as we are a licensed venue. Harties Boat Company reserves the right to refuse boarding permission to, as well as remove from any cruise, any client due to health reasons, intoxication, violent or threatening behaviour, or reason deemed to compromise the general safety of the cruise. No-shows by guests will forfeit full payment. Whilst precautions are made to ensure the safety of all clients, all clients board and visit the harbour at their own risk. The activity provider reserves the right to cancel a cruise due to weather circumstances out of our control and for safety reasons. In this event, you will be issued with a voucher valid for 6 months or moved onto the next available date and cruise. Not wheelchair friendly however patrons with walking disabilities will be assisted. All children under 12 are required to wear a life jacket throughout the duration of the cruise. SAMSA Certified, Safety Briefing before each cruise.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can enjoy relaxing views of the Magaliesberg mountains, luxury waterfront homes, music, and a cash bar with gourmet finger foods available for purchase.
The cruise departs from the main harbour area at Hartbeespoort Dam near Johannesburg.
Cruise times include 11:00, 12:15, 13:30, and 14:00, but check the website for current schedules.
The cruise offers gourmet finger foods for purchase from the cash bar, but no catering is included in the ticket price.
Yes, there is a cash bar on the boat where you can purchase beverages during the cruise.
The cruise lasts approximately one hour.
It is recommended to book in advance to secure your preferred cruise time.
Yes, the 1-hour scenic cruise is suitable for families and offers educational views of local flora and fauna.
You may see a variety of local bird species and aquatic wildlife native to the Hartbeespoort Dam area near Johannesburg.
Passengers should follow safety instructions and check with the operator for any specific rules before boarding.

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