Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

Highveld, Johannesburg



Board a vessel with wrap-around glass walls and set out on a luxury cruise on Hartbeespoort Dam. Enjoy a welcome drink and savor hot and cold gourmet finger foods while you glide across the water.

Highlights

  • Marvel at panoramic views as you cruise along the Hartbeespoort Dam
  • Enjoy a welcome drink overlooking the water before you board
  • Step onto a luxury vessel with fully glazed walls and unobstructed views
  • 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

Embark on a cruise on Hartbeespoort Dam near Johannesburg and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes as you savor a buffet of hot and cold gourmet finger foods served at your table.

Your cruise aboard the Alba begins as you arrive at the meeting point. Before boarding the boat, enjoy canapes and a glass of sparkling wine served on the lawn overlooking the water. Then, step aboard the luxurious vessel and take a seat at one of the tables. Sit back and relax as the Alba gently navigates out of the harbor and be welcomed aboard by your captain and crew.

Admire the view through the boat's wrap-around glass walls as you cruise to De Rust. Pass by impressive waterfront homes with private jetties and other luxury features and enjoy the first course of your meal, a selection of finger foods.

The culinary service continues with dish after dish of tasty fare as you cruise past the old Meerhof Railway Bridge before hitting open water. Continue past the Transvaal Yacht Club and the Zoo before heading towards Hartbeespoort’s own Arc De Triumph Archway located on the dam wall.

Round out your meal with a decadent dessert before heading back to the port where your tour comes to an end.

Includes

  • 2-hour scenic cruise
  • Welcome drink
  • Hot and cold finger foods served at your table

Excludes

  • Other drinks (cash bar on board)
  • Tips
  • Photographer onboard

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The cruise includes panoramic views, a welcome drink, gourmet finger foods served at your table, and access to a cash bar for additional drinks.
The cruise takes place on Hartbeespoort Dam, which is located near Johannesburg.
The exact duration varies; please check the website for current cruise times.
Yes, there is a cash bar on the boat where you can purchase your choice of drinks.
Yes, the luxury Alba boat features fully glazed walls for unobstructed views while cruising.
Guests are served a buffet of hot and cold gourmet finger foods during the cruise.
Yes, you can see the Magaliesberg mountain range and luxury waterfront homes along the dam.
Cruise availability and times vary, so check the website for current schedules.
Yes, a welcome drink is provided while overlooking the water before you board.
Hartbeespoort Dam is about a 45-minute drive from Johannesburg, accessible by car or taxi.

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