Explore the Wonders of the Murray River, Lakes, and Coorong

From the River to the Sea and the Stars.

The Murray River, Lakes, and Coorong region showcases natural beauty, rich native produce, stunning scenery, and diverse Australian wildlife. The Murray River, stretching over 2500 kilometres from the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales through the Riverland to the Lakes and Coorong in South Australia, is a 130-million-year-old waterway steeped in Aboriginal history, culture, and heritage.

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Embark on the Mighty Murray Way road trip, feel the adrenaline at The Bend Motorsport Park, unwind on a leisurely houseboat holiday, or explore the majestic Murray River. Enjoy fantastic riverfront reserves perfect for fishing or picnicking, indulge in some retail therapy at various shopping precincts, and choose from various accommodation options to make any Murray River town your holiday base.

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The Murray River, Lakes, and Coorong region offer diverse and stunning environments. These breathtaking landscapes are best appreciated through experience. Adventurous spirits will find many opportunities to hike, paddle, fish, swim, stroll, and cycle. It's also a wonderful way to encounter local wildlife, including kangaroos, wombats, pelicans, and thousands of other native species. And if you spot wildlife that looks distinctly African, you’ve arrived at Monarto Safari Park.

But night is when this region really comes alive! But night is when this region really comes alive. The River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve, located just outside of Mannum, is one of the best places in the world to witness the night sky in its full, natural glory. With minimal light pollution and expansive open skies, it offers breathtaking stargazing and astrophotography opportunities. Whether you're spotting constellations, marvelling at the Milky Way, or simply soaking in the silence, the Dark Sky Reserve invites you to experience the region in a completely different light.