Title: Top Houseboats in Tanzania in 2025 | Expedia.ca [Tanzania Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Tanzania.dx177)[Tanzania Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tanzania.d177.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Tanzania](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tanzania.d177.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Tanzania Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tanzania.d177.Flight-Destinations)[Tanzania Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Tanzania.d177.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Tanzania Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Tanzania.d177.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Muyuni Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222901-Muyuni-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Houseboats in Tanzania ## Compare and save ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=177&startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&adults=2&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=177&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&adults=2&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In one month [Nov 21 - Nov 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=177&startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&adults=2&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=177&startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&adults=2&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Cities in Tanzania ![House of Wonders](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222856-Zanzibar-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Zanzibar Town [](https://expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Houseboats.d6143849-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ca85ea868854e8b470c40e0a00208040.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Arusha [](https://expedia.ca/Arusha-Houseboats.d178011-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ## Featured Houseboats in Tanzania ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91950000/91947700/91947691/w904h683x60y0-a35649a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91950000/91947700/91947691/w916h683x60y0-7286ae67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91950000/91947700/91947691/w510h683x258y0-3ee934fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91950000/91947700/91947691/w932h683x47y0-89a0b765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Floating Bungalow in Stone Town Zanzibar Zanzibar [](https://www.expedia.ca/The-Floating-Bungalow-In-Stone-Town-Zanzibar.h91947691.Hotel-Information) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837400/94837319/6497de4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837400/94837319/8950724d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837400/94837319/c268acc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837400/94837319/79ff32ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### One Way For the Cheapest Luxurious Boat! 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[View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09®ionId=177&adults=2&lodging=HOUSE_BOAT&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in [Sign in](https://expedia.ca/user/signin?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTanzania-Houseboats.d177-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation)[Sign up, it's free](https://expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&+=&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FTanzania-Houseboats.d177-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ## Top Tanzania Hotel Reviews ![Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32740000/32737200/32737169/507043e1_y.jpg) ### Crowne Plaza Dar es Salaam by IHG 10/10 Excellent "Yes the bar was well stocked" [](https://expedia.ca/Dar-Es-Salaam-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-Dar-Es-Salaam.h32737169.Hotel-Information) ![Sanna Boutique Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100780000/100777000/100776956/31b34b01_y.jpg) ### Sanna Boutique Hotel 10/10 Excellent "After camping in the Serengeti for 4-5 days, we need a clean and comfortable hotel room to re-pack and clean up. The rooms here are massive and the amenities, top notch. Having breakfast on the rooftop was also a plus. If I am ever back in Arusha - this will be where I stay! " [](https://expedia.ca/Arusha-Hotels-Sanna-Boutique-Hotel.h100776956.Hotel-Information) ![LUX Marijani Zanzibar](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69930000/69923200/69923153/6b06b4a7_y.jpg) ### LUX Marijani Zanzibar 10/10 Excellent "Stunning hotel, very reasonable price. We ended up opting for half board and this worked out well for us. There was always plenty of options on the buffet which were good, we did not find that the ala carte options were very tasty at all. The staff were all so kind and helpful. The private beach was lovely, though unfortunately you still get harassed by beach boys who are generally nice but annoying. The room was always clean, the staff smiling. The pool is beautiful and I love the extra inclusions as well as the little gifts! Godlisten and Rachel were especially wonderful. We would absolutely recommend. " [](https://expedia.ca/Pwani-Mchangani-Hotels-Marijani-Beach-Resort-Spa.h69923153.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5370000/5361600/5361523/9c3ecc68_y.jpg) ### Hotel Riu Palace Zanzibar - All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "The food is fantastic. The best buffet we have ever experienced in a hotel - and we travel a lot! Also enjoyed the speciality restaurants where food and service - again excellent. The staff couldn’t be more friendly. A shout out to Nora (in Gingers) Rhoda on reception and all the pool staff - particularly the activity team - so good. Evening entertainment mainly good - particularly enjoyed the saxophonist and the high energy gymnastics. The lighting needs to be sorted as when performers used the floor around the stage it was difficult to see them. We also found our room quite dark - better lighting needed. Overall, we loved our stay and definitely would recommend " [](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Riu-Palace-Zanzibar-All-Inclusive.h5361523.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75600000/75595200/75595198/ff8543fb_y.jpg) ### Hotel Riu Jambo - All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "The staff in restaurants and housekeeping were fantastic, always ready to give a helping hand. " [](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Jambo.h75595198.Hotel-Information) ![Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3680000/3676000/3675918/6ffb02d4_y.jpg) ### Z Hotel & Z2 Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Wonderful location and amenities. Please note Z and Z2 are separate. Z is the one with most of the amenities." [](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-The-Z-Hotel.h3675918.Hotel-Information) ![Tembo House Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8980000/8977800/8977778/c68b77a7_y.jpg) ### Tembo House Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Enjoyed our stay within the apartments at Tembo House. We had full access to the pools at the hotel, which was where breakfast was also served & directly on the beach. Staff were very welcoming. Our rooms were quite spacious. Would recommend a stay here." [](https://expedia.ca/Zanzibar-Town-Hotels-Tembo-House-Hotel-Apartments.h8977778.Hotel-Information) ![The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78250000/78245400/78245396/0b476fd0_y.jpg) ### The Mora Zanzibar - Luxury All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "We had the best time at this resort! Every single staff member we met was absolutely amazing — so kind, welcoming, and always going out of their way to make sure we were happy. A huge shoutout to Ali, who took us snorkeling and on the dolphin cruise — such an incredible experience and he made it even better! Abba took such great care of us on the beach, always checking in and making sure our drinks were full and we were comfortable. Queen greeted us every morning and afternoon with the biggest smile — she truly brightened our days. And Steven was one of the best servers we’ve ever had — attentive, friendly, and just an all-around great person. Honestly, every single team member we came across made us feel so special. You can tell they all love what they do. We left feeling so grateful and can’t wait to come back again soon! " [](https://expedia.ca/Matemwe-Hotels-Emerald-Zanzibar-Resort-Spa.h78245396.Hotel-Information) ![Turaco Nungwi Resort ](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3310000/3300300/3300267/b3a5ef5e_y.jpg) ### Turaco Nungwi Resort 10/10 Excellent "Lovely place for your quiet holidays " [](https://expedia.ca/Nungwi-Hotels-DoubleTree-Resort-By-Hilton-Zanzibar-Nungwi.h3300267.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about Tanzania ## Tanzania Houseboats information | Number of reviews | | | --- | --- | | Accommodation | 2 Houseboats | | Lowest Price | | | Highest Price | | ## Frequently asked questions ### Why book your houseboat in Tanzania with Expedia? > Booking a houseboat in Tanzania is as simple as entering your travel dates and selecting an option that satisfies your needs. In search of a floating retreat that's inexpensive or upscale, or a stay that also includes free WiFi? Use Expedia's search filters to narrow your results even further and find the perfect fit. ### What is there to do in Tanzania near my houseboat? > The best travel accessory for your Tanzania trip is an awesome itinerary! [Kariakoo Market](https://www.expedia.ca/Kariakoo-Market-Kariakoo.d6120042.Vacation-Attraction), [National Museum of Tanzania](https://www.expedia.ca/National-Museum-Of-Tanzania-Kivukoni.d6120040.Vacation-Attraction) and [Little Theatre](https://www.expedia.ca/Little-Theatre-Oyster-Bay.d6182794.Vacation-Attraction) are some of the biggest sights if you're off to Dar es Salaam. Zanzibar Town also has lots of wonderful attractions, such as [Forodhani Gardens](https://www.expedia.ca/Forodhani-Gardens-Stone-Town.d6120014.Vacation-Attraction). Eager to explore more? Pencil in a visit to [Old Fort](https://www.expedia.ca/Old-Fort-Stone-Town.d6120008.Vacation-Attraction) and [Christ Church Cathedral](https://www.expedia.ca/Christ-Church-Cathedral-Stone-Town.d6120018.Vacation-Attraction) too.