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Your hosting guide

Everything you need to list your boat, experience, or waterfront property and start earning on Wavela.

Start your listing

How listing works

01

Create your listing

Click "List on Wavela" and choose whether you're listing a boat, an experience, or a waterfront stay. Walk through the guided form: title, description, location, and listing type.

02

Add photos & pricing

Upload clear, well-lit photos. Several good photos help guests picture the experience and choose your listing. Set your base price per day/hour/person and any add-on fees.

03

Set your availability

Mark the dates you're available. You can block dates you're unavailable at any time from your listing dashboard.

04

Respond to guests

When a guest books, you'll be notified by email and in-app. Use the Inbox to chat, answer questions, and coordinate. Fast responses lead to better reviews.

05

Get paid

When a booking is confirmed and paid, your share is settled directly to your payout account by the payment processor (Paystack or Flutterwave) as part of the split. Wavela never holds your funds. Payouts reach your Nigerian bank account.

06

Earn reviews

After each completed booking, guests can leave a review. Great reviews grow your visibility on the platform and build trust with future guests.

Tips for a great listing

  • Use natural light and take photos at golden hour for boats and waterfront properties.
  • Write your description in plain language, avoid jargon. Explain what makes your listing special.
  • Set a competitive price to start. You can always raise it once you have strong reviews.
  • Respond to booking requests quickly. Fast replies help you win more bookings.
  • Be specific about what's included: fuel, life jackets, captain, towels, catering, etc.
  • Keep your availability calendar up to date to avoid cancellations.

What can I list?

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Boat

Speedboats, yachts, pontoons, fishing boats, sailboats: if it floats, list it.

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Experience

Guided fishing trips, sunset cruises, water sports sessions, lagoon tours.

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Stay

Waterfront apartments, beach houses, houseboats, lagoon-view condos.

Common questions

Is listing free?+
Yes, creating a listing on Wavela is completely free. We take a small service fee only when a booking is completed.
When do I receive payment?+
Payments are released to your bank account after the booking is marked complete. Paystack and Flutterwave handle all transfers securely.
Can I cancel a booking?+
Host-initiated cancellations should be rare as they affect your ranking. If you must cancel, do so as early as possible and contact the guest via Inbox.
How do I manage multiple listings?+
All your listings appear under "My Listings" in the navigation. You can edit, pause, or delete any listing at any time.

Still have questions?

Our team is happy to help you get your listing live.

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