4 days 3 nights from
$3629
per person share twinFlights are additional
Murray River Walk - A Great Walk of Australia
Murray River Trails is South Australia’s most awarded river-based eco-tourism provider. You’ll discover the magic of this amazing river landscape, learn the stories you can’t read about in books and rejuvenate. The houseboat is your floating accommodation which moves each day to your daily walking destination. The view from your bedroom window brings new sights each day and dark sky stars each night. Encounter the diverse birdlife and kangaroos along your journey and capture the amazing sunrise and sunset reflections. In the evenings, relax in the houseboat lounge and share stories with your fellow travellers as your guides prepare a superb three course meal paired with local wines.
Your experience with Murray River Trails begins in the river town of Renmark in South Australia, a 3 hour drive from Adelaide. Either include a Murray River Trail as part of your South Australia self drive, or we can book you return private transfers from Adelaide to Renmark.
Deal Includes
✔ Luxury Houseboat accommodation for 3 nights in a double Ensuite Cabin
✔ Fully catered meals showcasing local produce
✔ All beverages including premium Riverland wines and beer
✔ All sleeping linen and 1 bath towel
✔ A 34L daypack
✔ Relaxed easy paced walks of daily distance 12-14km
✔ Experienced guides to lead your walk
✔ Optional walking poles
Flights are additional
Murray River Walk 4 days 3 nights
From NZD$3629 per person share twin
Departures from Renmark: Mondays May – September 2024
Return Transfers or rental car can be arranged on request
Flights are Additional
Itinerary
Day 1: Renmark to Heading Cliffs
Meet your guides and fellow walkers at 8.00 am at the Renmark Community Hotel for a pre-walk briefing before we board the pontoon “cruiser” boat for a 14 km cruise along the Murray River to the start of the walking route. Discover the lagoons that are havens for waterbirds, learn about the site of a World War II Japanese internment camp and cross creeks that feed the red gum forests and box woodlands. A gentle climb through the cliffs reveals a magnificent view of the vast Murray River floodplain that will surround you over the next 3 days. A short transfer across the river in the cruiser and you have arrived at your destination.
Your “Boat Guide” will welcome you aboard and settle you in – before a cool foot dip in the river or a hot spa followed by a 3-course dinner paired with local wines.
Day 2: Heading Cliffs to Chowilla Creek
Rise before the sun and walk a gentle slope to the rim of the Murray River valley for a spectacular sunrise. Watch the vibrant colours of the cliffs come to life and marvel at the walking route below before returning to the houseboat for a cooked breakfast. Depart again for the daily walk discovering Aboriginal canoe trees, giant red gum forests and small islands along leafy Amazon Creek. Arriving at your floating home you’ll enjoy a local tasting plate as you dip your feet in the cool waters of the Murray River.
Day 3: Chowilla Creek to Bunyip Reach Cliffs
Awake to the mists on the water and enjoy a great coffee, local navel oranges and tasty breakfast followed by a briefing on the Murray Darling Basin and the management of its vast network of rivers which drain 14% of Australia. Today we cruise to the Chowilla Creek Environmental Regulator to learn about environmental watering and new stewardship for the river, before setting off on our walk. You’ll walk along Chowilla Creek, restored wetlands and visit the proposed site of the 1960s Chowilla Dam. In the afternoon we celebrate completing our walking journey on Queens Bend Cliffs before cruising to the houseboat as the late afternoon sun illuminates the red cliffs. A campfire awaits before dinner.
Day 4: Bunyip Reach Cliffs to Wilkadene Woolshed Brewery
After breakfast take a self-guided 2 km walk along the river, before cruising in the pontoon boat through Lock 6. Experience a gentle drop in the water level of 3 metres. Rejoining the houseboat downstream, we cruise for 2 hours on the houseboat to the innovative Wilkadene Woolshed Brewery, set in a 100 year old shearing shed on the banks of the river.Enjoy a tour with the head brewer before sitting down with our guides to a fine barbecue, before saying our farewells. You will depart for Renmark by bus and arrive at the Renmark Hotel at 2.00 pm.
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Terms and Conditions
Valid for new bookings to 31 May 24 or until sold out • Prices are correct as at 05 Mar 24 • Prices are subject to change without notice until time of confirmation • Valid for departures starting Monday between May and September 2024. Inclusions are subject to change based on supplier operational capabilities. Houseboats depart from Renmark and are on request, subject to a minimum of 5 guests to operate. International & Domestic flights and transfers or car are not included • Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements, routing and availability • Payment schedule will be advised at time of booking • Some surcharges, closeouts and accommodation restrictions apply • Min/max stays apply • Twin share is based on 2 adults sharing a room, bedding configurations may vary . not suitable for children under 12 years • Any hotel credits that are unused are not refundable, transferable & can’t be exchanged for cash • Advertised prices are per person based on payment by cash or eftpos. Credit card fees will apply • Amendment and cancellation fees apply • Accommodation ratings are based on House of Travel ratings and are a guide only to the overall quality of the property • Packages are subject to availability • Product is supplied by reputable suppliers with their own terms and conditions • Please ask your House of Travel consultant for full details.
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