Top 5 reasons to tackle the Murray River Walk

Yes, the hike is the main attraction here but that doesn’t mean that’s all there is to do! Yoga, and canoeing are just some of the stress-relieving activities that you can take part in, and the area boasts some of the best bird watching in Australia.

If you’d rather kick back and relax, you can also opt to simply put your feet up and watch the sunset from the rooftop of your luxury accommodation (bonus points for doing so from the bubbling spa).

Unlike most multi-day hikes that will see you shacked up in a cosy lodge or camping under the stars, nights on the Murray River trail are something a little bit different. High River, a luxurious, eco-friendly houseboat with six bedrooms, a rooftop deck, and a spa, is your floating accommodation.

Wake up each morning to stunning river views right outside your bedroom window and retreat after a long day of walking to the comfortable lounge.

Of all the walks in South Australia, few offer such a diverse range of natural landscapes and wildlife like the Murray River Walk. Almost 200 species of bird, 19 mammals and 8 bat species call this region home making it almost impossible not to have some incredible wildlife encounters. As you meander through the relatively easy trail, you’ll witness the natural environment change from wetlands to forests to sand dunes and experience Australia’s unique flora and fauna in a way so many of us never do.

As an added bonus, your expert guides from Murray River Trails will be able to help you identify anything you do see and offer insider knowledge to the history and cultural significance of the land you’re on.

No walk in South Australia is complete without a little local produce. As Australia’s second-largest wine region and its biggest food bowl, the Murray Darling Region is a haven for local flavours, so it would be rude to not indulge in the region’s fare throughout your trip.

Each night, you’ll be treated to a three-course meal crafted from fresh, regional ingredients like citrus, almonds, and artisanal cheeses, with every course perfectly paired with a South Australian wine that highlights native flavours.

We all know that walking is good for our mental health but did you know that it can be elevated by walking near water? “Blue Mind” science has confirmed that being in or near bodies of water have proven benefits for our mental state and provides meditative calm and stress relief.

Being immersed in nature with little contact to the outside world (hello no phone reception) means you can switch off guilt-free and reap the benefits to their full effect.