Exploring the Tweed River: A Guide to Unforgettable Adventures Nestled in the picturesque Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia, the Tweed River winds its way through lush landscapes, offering a myriad of experiences for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Whether you’re cruising on a houseboat or exploring its banks, here’s a guide to […]

A Naturalist’s Sanctuary. Exploring Wildlife Along the Tweed River Nestled amidst the serene landscapes of northern New South Wales, Australia, the Tweed River winds its way through a rich tapestry of habitats, supporting a diverse array of wildlife. From lush rainforests to coastal wetlands, this region is a haven for numerous animal species, each playing

The Start Of The Sugarcane Harvest Season. Well, the season has started again. The evenings and early mornings will be lit with flickering flames. Long hours and hard work, both in the fields, in the trucks, and at the mill. The landscape will change as the paddocks are harvested. That’s right, it is sugarcane harvesting

About: Around 23 million years ago, the landscape we now know as the Tweed Valley was dramatically different. Mt Warning, also known as Wollumbin, is an iconic landmark located in our Northern Rivers region. The volcano itself is dormant, having last erupted millions of years ago. It rises to an elevation of 1,156 meters (3,793

Banora Point to Murwillumbah Ski Lodge Gardens at Barney’s Point, conducted by the Bernoth family, was a busy place in the late sixties and on into the seventies.  Rex Bernoth would patrol the streets of the Twin Towns and beyond, extolling the virtues of the “very, very excellent” water ski exhibition to be seen on

Breathe in, Breathe out Embark on a wellness journey like no other.  Here on the Tweed we are surrounded by pristine waters, lush rainforest canopies, an abundance of bird and wildlife and the rolling hills of the Tweed Valley stretching as far as the eye can see… Cruising a houseboat throughout these diverse landscapes offers

Welcome aboard… We have a deep-seated need to ensure that every guest has a safe and enjoyable experience on our houseboats, and a comprehensive briefing is a part of delivering this service. This briefing covers important topics such as driving and anchoring, navigation, emergencies, electrical use, toilet and water usage, kitchen and appliances, tender and

What an adventure this has been! It’s fair to say that the past 12 months have been quite a journey!  We’ve welcomed new team members, new opportunities and spread our ‘boaty’ wings with the expansion of our business taking things to a whole new level. New Business – New Boats The acquisition of Boyds Bay

What’s New at Berger Houseboats! We are always striving to improve our quality of service and are constantly improving procedures and upgrading features aboard the houseboats which means a better experience all round for you.  Apart from our new and improved website (that we hope you have enjoyed scrolling through) we have had a busy

Holiday here this year! 5 reasons why you should choose a houseboat holiday in 2021 Isolation Vacation Covid has certainly changed the way we live our day-to-day lives. We now live in a world of shopping centre check-ins, constant hand washing and sanitising, mask-wearing and social distancing. A houseboat holiday is a perfect way to