Discover SA > Nature in the Murraylands

A Houseboating holiday on the Murray River is undoubtedly one of the most popular holiday choices for families and groups of friends here in South Australia. The Murraylands region stretches from Wellington up to Swan Reach, encompassing the widest stretches of this magnificent waterway which are ideal for houseboating and other recreational activities such as water skiing, kayaking and fishing.On Discover we've not only shown our viewers the latest and best houseboat options, we've also found holiday homes right on the riverbank which are available for rent, some boasting outdoor spa tubs with views across the water. Riverglades wetland near Murray Bridge is a lovely picnic spot and the splendid animals at Monarto Zoological Park can be viewed from either ground level or up above in a hot air balloon!The history of the river trade is on display at Mannum where you can wander through museum displays and step aboard the traditional paddle steamers which still ply these waters to this day.