Ecotourism Australia certified in Busselton Margaret River Region
Blackwood River Houseboats in Australia's south west corner is nestled on the banks of a majestic, ancient waterway.
Ecotourism Australia certification status is clear testimony to our commitment to our environment. The unique location is adjacent to National Parks and local bio-diversity hotspot. Houseboat Base is totally off-grid and self sustaining. Vessels are fully sealed with low emission 4 stroke outboards. Swing moorings ensure a minimum impact to the river bed and its banks. Its about "quiet enjoyment"
The waterway is our home and the houseboats are named after our children. This personal touch follows through to the care taken when preparing your houseboat holiday, "we cover all the essentials, so that guests can let go and immerse themselves in a wild place,"
We believe in enjoying the outdoors, recharging your batteries, undiluted family time and getting back to nature in comfort. The boats have top decks with shade, bow & stern decks, fully equipped galley kitchen, flushing toilet, heated shower, cabin heating, all linen and barbeques.
Included extras are kayaks, stand up paddle boards and a motorized dinghy. We can advise local contacts for bespoke tours including local wineries, birding experts and there's local interest literature on board.
Cruise, fish and relax aboard one of our beautifully appointed house boats.
The lower Blackwood River is an iconic location for fishing, bird watching, kayaking, wildflowers and wildlife. Book your next eco adventure holiday with us now.
All our boats come with a powered dinghy, kayaks, stand up paddle boards and life jackets for children - please request on booking. Pack your food, drink, fishing rods and adventurous spirit.
Blackwood River, Augusta Houseboats, Area of Operation
Download the map below to see the houseboat moorings and area of operation for houseboats on the Blackwood River. Alexandra Bridge is the farthest you can go in the houseboat. The area of operation has minimal impact on the environment with swing moorings and no bank access.
Environmental Excellence
From the beginning, the operation was created to be a clean, green, sustainable operation, with minimal footprint. Blackwood River Houseboats is located on south Western Australia's longest river, on Wadandi Boodja (Country). All the houseboats and base are completely off grid. The operation generates power via solar panels, we catch and store our own rain water, the sealed servicing systems are lock and prime activated, houseboats have sealed holding tanks, houseboats are powered by low emission 4-stroke outboards with solar for cabins and swing moorings are installed for minimum disruption to the environment.
Ultimate Relaxation
With no disruptions, a houseboat holiday is the perfect place to get away from it all. Perhaps all you are after is a break from the bustle? The Blackwood is the best place to listen to nothing but the sound of the water, the many different bird calls and the surrounding trees on the banks of the river. So wind down and tune out & wine and dine your way down the river!
Family holidays in a unique location
The Blackwood River is for the whole family. If you are after adventure, you won't be disappointed. Water sports such as fishing, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding are plentiful. Or perhaps you are after a more tranquil adventure, bird watching, relaxing, photography, wine and dining.