Private boat charter on Hartbeespoort Dam
Enjoy exclusive use of our pontoon for your group of up to 12 guests. A skipper and onboard sound system are included, with shaded space for a relaxed outing on Hartbeespoort Dam.
At least 24 hours' notice · Weather and availability reviewed · Whole-boat quotation.
Guests
Up to 12 (owner-stated)
Operating area
Hartbeespoort Dam & bays
Private use
Whole-boat, your group only
Inclusions
Skipper & onboard sound
Photographs of Harties Main Pontoon Charter Craft
Genuine photographs of our main pontoon (SRGW4546R) at The Islands Estate — no generic yacht stock and no other vessel substituted.
Choose a length that suits your outing
These are requests — each option is subject to availability and a written quote, not a promised daily sailing.
Standard / sunset
A relaxed two-hour outing — ideal for a sunset cruise or a first-time charter. Subject to availability.
Birthday
Three hours gives time to settle in, share a cake and cruise at a relaxed pace. Birthday extras are scoped by quote.
Extended
A longer four-hour charter for a fuller afternoon on the dam. Subject to quotation and skipper availability.
Proposal durations remain quote-specific. Tell us your occasion and preferred length and we'll confirm what's possible.
Made for private moments on the water
Sunset & golden hour
A calm private evening on the dam as the sun drops behind the Magaliesberg.
See optionsBirthdays & proposals
A milestone moment on your own boat — decorate the deck and bring your playlist.
See optionsFamily & friends
Relaxed whole-boat time together — no strangers, no shared timetable.
See optionsSmall team outings
A quiet sundowner for your team on sheltered water — quote on request.
See optionsClear on what comes with the boat
Only skipper, sound and the photographed shaded deck are general inclusions. Extras are scoped by quote while numeric package publication stays pending.
Included
- Exclusive use of the whole pontoon for your group
- Skipper with several years of local experience and first aid training
- Onboard sound system
- Shaded deck space under the dual canopies (as photographed)
Quoted extras
- Catering, platters or food arrangements
- Photographer or decoration setups
- Birthday-specific extras (cake table, cooler ice)
- Extended or custom durations
We don't promise toilets, wheelchair access, parking, swimming, fishing, a braai, meals, drinks, routes to named landmarks or lock passages. If you have an access need, please mention it so we can discuss boarding arrangements before confirming.
From request to confirmation
Request a date
Send your preferred date, group size and occasion via the form or WhatsApp.
Quote & checks
We check skipper and vessel availability, confirm the waterway, and send a written quote.
Written confirmation
Once you confirm, we lock the date and share exact jetty and estate access details.
Request your charter date
Tell us your preferred date, group size and occasion. We'll check skipper and vessel availability and send a written whole-boat quote — no per-head charges.
Main pontoon
Enjoy exclusive use of the main pontoon for up to 12 guests, with a skipper and sound system included. Choose the package and preferred start time when requesting your date.
Departure, return time and route are agreed in writing and depend on daylight, weather and water conditions. Standard cruise requests require at least 24 hours' notice.
Full-day hire
Full-day hire gives your group exclusive daytime use of the main pontoon, with a skipper and sound system. We agree your departure and return times in the written quote.
Prices start at R10,500 Monday–Friday and R12,500 Saturday–Sunday. Catering, drinks and other requested extras are quoted separately. Full-day hire does not include an overnight stay.
Arrival & boarding
Your written booking confirmation includes your meeting pin, boarding time and any estate access instructions. Please use those details rather than travelling to a general dam or estate entrance.
Aim to arrive 15 minutes before your agreed departure for boarding and a safety briefing. If you are running late or have not received your access details, call or WhatsApp 079 144 5174 before travelling.
Follow the boarding team's instructions and keep the boarding area clear. Tell us about mobility or access needs before confirming so we can discuss the arrangements for your group. Boarding arrangements depend on the boat and mooring; step-free access is not guaranteed.
Private charter FAQs
Smaller group? Consider the canals.
Our quiet electric canal cruise is for 2–4 people, strictly within The Islands Estate canals — a different waterway, never a substitute for the main dam.