Come WALKABOUT on the Murray River The birth place of the Australian Paddle Steamer Mannum on the Murray River, one hour from Adelaide in South Australia.
Welcome to our Guests from far away places.
If you seek to experience the True Australian way of life, a visit to the Murray River is essential. Our Murray River is one of Australia's greatest natural treasures. She is literally a mother of all things as she is the only source of fresh water that sustains life and industry for the the whole of south eastern Australia. It is here that you will Experience the Essence of Australian hospitality that is not tainted by the trappings of mass Tourism. Let us assure you that:
You will feel welcome
You will savour a slice of life unique to our Murray River
You will feel very much at home
You will leave with memories that last a lifetime.
Did you know?
After the Amazon and Nile, the Murray River in Australia is the world’s third longest navigable river.
Why should we visit Mannum?
"Sometimes we got to get lost to find ourselves, Sometimes we got to go walkabout"
Quote from: Tourism Australia 'come walkabout' by Baz Lurhmann.
Sometimes we just need to get away from it all. For thousands of years Aboriginal people have gone ‘walkabout’ to reconnect with the land and their traditional way of life. For most of us, ‘walkabout’ takes the form of a holiday - a time to re balance and refresh. It lets us find ourselves when the pressures of daily life have made us lose touch. It doesn't matter whether we go to the city, bush or beach, or drive, fly, walk, sail or catch a train. Going ‘walkabout’ lets us nourish the inner magic that makes our life rich. read on
If you rather go on a smaller boat for a short trip, we have Jester Cruises or Odyssey River Cruise both of which provide a very personal service.
Schedule your visit to take a ride on a genuine fully restored Paddle Steamer PS MARION she is the last of her kind still in service in the world.
Drive along the Longest Stretch of Road adjacent to the Murray River in Australia. East Front Rd meanders for around 40 kilometres along the river, farms. shacks, marinas. The Younghusband General Store is fully licensed is located at the 1/2 way mark. Here you can do lunch in a leisurely manner right on the waterfront before continuing on you scenic journey .
Maybe a round of Golf at our local Mannum course is more to your liking.
Optionally, do nothing at all - Just sit back and recuperate while you watch the river roll by.
As you know, people travel the world to indulge in famous rail rides. The Orient Express, the Trans Siberian rail, Rocky Mountaineer and the Australian Ghan, to name the best. Ships of the inland waterways are not nearly as well as known. Yet, their charm and serenity brings a whole new meaning to romantic travel. The PS (Paddle Steamer) Marion is the last operational, heritage, steam driven, wood fired, overnight passenger carrying side paddle steamer in the world.Read on . ...
Deck view traveling on board the romantic PS Marion
When you come WALKABOUT on the Murray River, even if it's only for a short time, try and catch a ride on one of our grand old ladies of the river, the smooth quite hush, hush of steam driven paddles is a memory to behold.
Your 'AUSTRALIA Walkabout Murray River Package' Includes:
Two nights for two in 5 star accommodation
Continental & Cooked Breakfast provisions on each day of your stay
Champagne (with compliments) and edible Wild Hibiscus flowers
'The Journey' full body treatment designed for couples to share – 2 hours:
Designed for couples to share the holistic experience together including relaxing music and candle lit room with one therapist per person. Prepare to be taken on a journey with this restorative body treatment including a full body dry brush exfoliation, full body massage with luxurious Australian Jojoba and organic Blue Mallee Eucalyptus massage oil, a native Australian facial using our organic face products to suit your skin type and a blissful face and head massage.
2 hour private river cruise for two with a Gourmet Tucker Box for lunch
Luncheon voucher from Mannum Community Club providing a typical Australian Hotel meal
3 course tasting menu of authentic Australian delicacies - Evening meal for two
Traditional Australian BBQ provisions - Evening meal for two, to cook yourself on your private BBQ balcony
Mannum Dock museum entry for two with a walk through tour of the fully restored and operational "Marion" Paddle Steamer.
Built in 1896 she has seen droughts and raging floods and she is still working on the river today.
If you have Questions or Requests| ask here Additional nights at AUD $325.00 per couple. Breakfast provisions provided.
Please Note:
If you are passing through and you only require accommodation your Tariff is:
AUD $325 per couple per night mid week
AUD $365 Per couple per night weekend
Transport available from Adelaide and Airport - Call us to discuss your needs. +61 400 310 380 or ask here
Notes: Regarding your Personal Creature Comforts
As your privacy is our prime consideration we will only service your retreat at your request or, if you stay more than 2 days. We provide you with fresh provisions for cooked Breakfast every evening. As we are regional we do not supply Newspapers daily but you do have access to TV and Broadband Internet.
Please remember, if you require anything, we are only as far as your telephone. Just dial 100 from your Retreat or call 0400 310 380 and we will be at your service.
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