Handy checklist for what to take on a houseboat

What's on your houseboat*

• Refrigerator/Freezer
• Stove
• Oven
• Microwave
• Dishwasher*
• Kettle
• Toaster
• Pots/Pans
• Dishes, Cutlery and Cooking Utensils
• Coffee Pot
• Cooking Utensils
• Tea Towels
• Linens/Pillows/Towels
• TV/DVD/VCR
• Clothes Hangers
• Hot & Cold Water
• Cleaning Supplies
• Dishwashing Detergent
• Iron and Ironing Board
• Vacuum
• Fly Spray
• Toilet Paper
• Garbage Bags
• Biodegradable Soap
• BBQ
• Heating and cooling
• Outdoor Furniture
• Stereo/Sound System
• Ice Box
• Spa*
• Sun Lounges*
• Bar*
• Fresh water
• Marine Radio
• Fire Extinguisher
• Life Jackets (emergency use only)
• Torch
• Fishing Rods
• Guide book & Navigation Charts
• Lessons

*Not on all boats - check with your houseboat hirer's list of what's provided.

What you should bring

• Food
• Beverages
• Personal Toiletries
• Drinking Water
• Ice
• First Aid Kit
• Beach Towels
• Torches
• Batteries
• Cameras
• Hair Dryer
• Binoculars
• Phone and Charger
• Games & Cards
• Reading Material
• Matches/Lighter
• DVD's and Videos
• CD's and iPods
• Insect Repellent
• Sunscreen
• Paper Towels
• Disposable Plates/Cutlery
• Fishing Gear (Licence for NSW/VIC)
• Recreational Life Jackets
• Life Jackets for the Children
• Axe / Firewood (May to November - wood not to be removed from National Parks)
• Blankets
• Ski boat/Water Skis/Toys