Chill out with these top Winter travel experiences along SA’s Rejuvenated Riverland

Chill out with these top Winter travel experiences along SA’s Rejuvenated Riverland
By Dan lake


As Aussies seek to be more conscious travellers, we’re increasingly turning to destinations where we can have a positive financial and sustainable impact with our visit.

Faced with a once-in-a-century flooding catastrophe, South Australia’s Riverland along the Murray River is one such resilient region bouncing back – ready to welcome visitors this Winter to bask in all of its natural glory!

These lesser-travelled regions in Renmark, Coorong, Mannum, and more are expected to heat up this winter season with family holidays and rejuvenating getaways.

This is because the floods, while devastating, have also given the river a new lease on life; a reset for wildlife and a win for biodiversity.

For those yearning for nature-based holidays that encompass ‘me-time’, the Riverland region is the go-to place for immersing in nature from houseboat accommodation and guided river safari tours to marvelling at stars at one of the darkest places in the world.

Here you can camp, fish, stay and play amongst rich nature and biodiversity.

Piqued your interest?

Here are six unforgettable experiences you can only witness in the Riverland.

Experience being amongst the stars with Juggle House Tours.

Journey to one of the world’s darkest places for a sunset dinner under the stars

The River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve is Australia’s first International Dark Sky Reserve and one of only 15 in the world.

Just 90 minutes from Adelaide, the area is known for its dry climate and cloudless skies. Enjoy the Dark Sky Gold Star Sunset Dinner and witness the night sky with an astronomer on the River Murray clifftop and a guided tour of Ngaut Ngaut Archaeological Cultural Site with Aboriginal people described as the world’s first astronomers.

These are kayaks, not cubes. But, it’s the same river. (Credit: Canoe Adventures, Riverland)

Stay in a contemporary floating pod at The Cube Murray River

The Murray River’s contemporary floating pod is intended as a chic hideaway for two people, situated on the Murray River’s banks, about one hour from Adelaide!

Enjoy the warmth of the fire pit in the fall and winter while watching the boats pass by. This gorgeous floating house for two is the ideal location for a romantic break or just “because”!

A visitor to the Murray River Trails points at all the things to do that don’t involve working, emails or meetings.

Fall in love with nature on an outback river safari

Spend three days experiencing the incredible wildlife diversity where Australia’s river oasis meets the outback with Murray River Trails’ outback river safari.

Enjoy short trips along the river and in nature through guided walks, canoeing, outback driving and open boat cruising. When you’re not exploring, recharge on a luxurious houseboat with fresh lunches and superb river dining taking in the surrounding views.

Think inside the box. Or frame in this case.

Indulge in bespoke luxury outback accommodation at The Frames

Twenty Third Street Distillery creates a range of award-winning products from Brandy, Gin, Rum, Vodka & Whisky.

All its products are Australian made and created to celebrate the Riverland region.

Take a behind the scenes tour of the Distillery and learn firsthand how they create their spirits followed by a guided tasting of the range. Be a Distiller for the day and blend your own bespoke Gin, age your own Whisky, or learn to mix the perfect cocktail with Cocktail Masterclasses.

Canoe the Riverland on Sunrise

The Riverland is home to a remarkable network of wetlands and waterways meandering through national parks and internationally recognised reserves.

Watch nature in all its glory with a canoeing experience on sunrise. See wildlife come to life as they wake for the day as you paddle your way along the Murray River.

Canoe Adventures offer guided sunrise tours 5 minutes from Berri that take you along Gurra Gurra Creek to the River.

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