GET YOUR QUOTE
Search
GET YOUR QUOTE

HOUSEBOAT INSURANCE

HOUSEBOAT INSURANCE
BUILT FOR YOU

CALL US

YOUR OBVIOUS CHOICE FOR HOUSEBOAT INSURANCE

Nil pen excess

If your houseboat is damaged or stolen while at your nominated berth, pen, jetty or pontoon the excess may be waived.

Club Care Benefits

Get up to $10,000 (incl GST) to cover emergency assistance in the event of a claim.

Savings benefit

You could get up to 25% off your premium with the No Claim Bonus, depending on your claims history.

AWARD-WINNING INSURANCE

Recognised as Australia’s Top Rated Boat Insurance for 2026 by Product Review, for the second consecutive year. This recognition reflects Club Marine’s continued commitment to provide a higher standard of cover, shaped by marine expertise and real boaties needs.

View our awards

WHAT'S COVERED IN OUR HOUSEBOAT INSURANCE

What's covered

  • Accidental loss or damage, theft or malicious damage
    Provides cover for your houseboat, motor(s), equipment, gear and accessories against theft or malicious damage, and accidental damage or loss. Plus, if your houseboat is involved in a collision and you’re not at fault, the excess may be waived.
  • Personal effects
    Provides cover for accidental loss or damage to clothing, shoes, waterproof gear, wetsuits, prescription glasses, manchester, coolers, insulated flasks and hygiene items up to $3,000 (incl GST) per item, and up to $30,000 (incl GST) total (not in addition to Section 1 limit).
  • Automatic cover for your tender
    Provides automatic cover for your tender (if your houseboat has one). Including water skiers liability for your tender providing cover for any person engaged in water skiing, wakeboarding or aquaplaning activities provided they’re using recognised and commercially manufactured equipment and being towed by your boat tender with your permission.
  • Nil pen excess
    If your houseboat is damaged or stolen while at your nominated berth, pen, jetty or pontoon the excess may be waived.
  • Injury and accidental death
    Provides cover for the named insured person for accidental death or for certain categories of significant permanent personal injury up to $75,000 (incl GST) plus $10,000 (incl GST) funeral expenses.
  • Fishing gear, water ski and dive equipment, tools and accessories
    Provides cover for accidental loss or damage to fishing gear (excludes tackles, lures and braids), water ski and dive equipment, tools and accessories up to $3,000 (incl GST) per item, and up to $30,000 (incl GST) total (not in addition to Section 1 limit).
  • Legal liability cover
    Provides legal liability cover for injury and property damage arising from the use of your houseboat by you or by a person operating it with your permission.
  • Club Marine Assist
    Provides 24/7 roadside assistance for your vehicle when you’re driving to and from your mooring. Plus, you can call us 24/7 to ask for directions, tide times, weather reports, marine and service centre locations and more.
  • Club Care Benefits
    Provides up to $10,000 (incl GST) assistance following an emergency or unforeseen incident which gives rise to a claim, including:
    • emergency fuel delivery
    • returning your houseboat to your home or storage location following repairs
    • reasonable costs of temporary accommodation and transportation home
  • No Claim Bonus
    You could get up to 25% off your premium with the No Claim Bonus, depending on your claims history.
  • Salvage charges
    Provides cover to recover your houseboat or move it to safety if the houseboat is damaged by a covered incident. Limits apply.
  • Temporary cover
    Provides temporary cover for a replacement houseboat for up to 30 days from the purchase date. The replacement houseboat will be covered up to its purchase price or the original houseboat’s sum insured, whichever is lesser.
  • 14-day cooling off period
    You can cancel your policy within 14 days from the date of issue (or start date of a renewed policy) and we’ll refund your premium in full, provided you haven’t made a claim or need to make one.

Your policy does not cover any claim caused by, arising from, or any way connected with:

  • Commercial use
    Any activity specifically undertaken for the purposes of earning an income, or any activity registered as a business and which you are obliged by law to register for GST purposes. For example, hire, rideshare or accommodation, unless previously agreed to in writing.

    Find out more information about Club Marine's Commercial Boat Insurance policy here.
  • Condition or wear and tear
    Wear and tear, the unseaworthiness, and lack of repair or maintenance of the houseboat.
  • Delamination, deterioration, corrosion and electrolysis
    Delamination, deterioration, corrosion, electrolysis, osmosis and blistering, unless there is evidence of accidental physical impact with a solid object which has caused a deformation in part of the hull from which the condition has propagated.
  • Persons under the influence
    Where you were aware that the houseboat was under the control of a person under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
  • Reasonable care
    Your recklessness, deliberate actions, misconduct or lack of reasonable care in the safeguard or protection of your houseboat.

ENJOY EXCLUSIVE MEMBER BENEFITS

When you become a Club Marine member, you are more than a policy holder, you become a member of the club and enjoy access to a range of exclusive benefits.

ROUND-THE-CLOCK ASSISTANCE


We’re committed to helping you take the worry and risk out of boating, that’s why we include 24/7 roadside assistance for your vehicle and trailer with your policy, plus a personal assistance service, so you can maximise your boating lifestyle.
View Club Marine Assist

RETAIL PARTNER
DISCOUNTS


Members enjoy exclusive discounts and special offers from a select range of retail partners. Whether you’re into sailing, fishing, cruising, jet skiing or wakeboarding, there’s something for everyone.
View Member Rewards

MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION SAVINGS


Australia’s leading marine lifestyle magazine, filled with features on boating, jet skiing, fishing, destinations, how-to guides, safety tips and so much more. Members can enjoy Club Marine Magazine for as little as $3.30 a month.
Subscribe now

IN THE EVENT OF A CLAIM

Unfortunately accidents can happen, and if they do, we’re here to help you.

CLUB CARE BENEFITS


When you become a Club Marine member you receive Club Care Benefits. That means, in the event of a claim, you may get up to $10,000 to cover emergency fuel delivery, transportation for both you and your boat, and temporary accommodation.

CHOICE OF REPAIRER


As a Club Marine member, you have the option to choose a repairer or service provider, we may also be able to help you find a provider in your local area.
Find out More

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Getting a quote

You can get a houseboat insurance quote by calling Club Marine on 1300 00 CLUB (2582).

The cost of houseboat insurance depends on factors like the type and value of your houseboat, how and where you use it and your claims history. To find out how much it will cost for your specific boat, you can get your quote by calling Club Marine on 1300 00 CLUB (2582) .

Insuring your boat

This depends on national and state laws and regulations, where you use your houseboat, where it’s stored, whether it’s under finance and other considerations.

Club Marine boat insurance can provide cover for when you’re using your boat, transporting and storing / mooring it. We cover your boat, motor(s), trailer, equipment, gear and accessories all in one policy to help you take the worry out of boating.

Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply.

Club Marine may request reasonable evidence of the condition or value of your houseboat when you apply for or renew insurance. This may include reports, survey, photographs, and valuations.

You can find Club Marine survey and report documents here. To find a service provider near you, use our Service Provider Locator.

No two houseboat insurance policies are the same and coverage can vary significantly between providers and even between policy types. It’s essential to review your policy to ensure it meets your needs and provides adequate protection.

Some policies may include exclusions or limitations that could impact your coverage. By carefully reviewing your policy and discussing your needs with your insurance provider, you can avoid surprises in the event of a claim and ensure you’re getting the coverage you need at a price that fits your budget.

Market value is the current value of the houseboat in the market just before the time of loss or damage, taking factors into account including make, model, condition and location.

Agreed value is the amount agreed in writing you and your insurance provider agree to insure your houseboat for.

Club Marine boat insurance cover features

Nil pen excess is where the excess may be waived if your houseboat is damaged or stolen while at your nominated berth, pen, jetty or pontoon.

Club Marine boat insurance generally provides cover for any person that is using your houseboat with your permission. Specific exclusions apply.

Yes, Club Marine boat insurance provides cover for accidental loss or damage to clothing, shoes, waterproof gear, wetsuits, prescription glasses, manchester, coolers, insulated flasks and hygiene items up to $3,000 (incl GST) per item, and up to $30,000 (incl GST) total (not in addition to Section 1 limit).

Additional cover for common household contents may be available for your policy, contact us for more information. Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply.

If there’s a fire onboard your houseboat, Club Marine boat insurance provides cover for damage to the houseboat and its insured contents. Salvage and recovery costs may also be covered. Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply.

If your houseboat floods or sinks in a covered incident, Club Marine boat insurance provides cover for the houseboat, motors, electronics, equipment and personal effects (up to sub-limits). Salvage costs and emergency measures are also covered, limits apply.
Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply.

For more information, view our Product Disclosure Statement.

GET YOUR HOUSEBOAT INSURANCE SORTED TODAY

Simply call us on 1300 00 CLUB (2582) to get your quote.

WE'RE HERE TO HELP

Give us a call on 1300 00 CLUB (2582)

Contact Us

FOLLOW US ON

*Terms and conditions apply

Any discounts offered are applied to our standard rates. Promotional or other discounts may apply from time to time. Minimum premiums may apply. Any discounts/entitlements only apply to the extent any minimum premium is not reached. Where discounts are applied, your premium is subject to rounding. If you are eligible for more than one, we also apply each of them in a predetermined order to the premium (excluding taxes and government charges) as reduced by any prior applied discounts/entitlements.

Any advice here does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation or needs. Terms, conditions, limits and exclusions apply. Before making a decision about Club Marine boat insurance, consider the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS)/Policy Document and Supplementary PDS (if applicable). Where applicable, the PDS/Policy Document, Supplementary PDS and Target Market Determination (TMD) for Club Marine boat insurance are available on this website. We do not provide any form of advice if you call us to enquire about or purchase a product.

Club Marine Limited (ABN 12 007 588 347), AFSL 236916 issues Club Marine boat insurance and handles and settles claims as agent for the insurer Allianz Australia Insurance Limited (ABN 15 000 122 850) AFSL 234708 (Allianz). Club Marine Limited is a related body corporate of Allianz. Copyright © 2026 Allianz Australia Limited.