Victoria's regions
The Murray
Replenish the soul, reconnect with nature and share the best of outdoor life in the vibrant Murray River region.
The Murray River at Yarrawonga
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Culinary delights, sparkling waters and endless summer sun – life in abundance is life on The Murray. Explore the winding waterways of Australia's longest river as you wander through red gum forests, splash around on sandy river beaches, and savour the famous food, wine and fresh produce. Cruise downstream on an historic paddle steamer and see the past come to life at open-air museums and Indigenous cultural sites. Play captain on your own houseboat and then tee off at some of the best golf courses in the country.
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Highlights
Pink Salt Lakes
National parks & reserves
Set up camp out in the Murray Sunset National Park and watch the vivid colours of the famous Pink Lakes change from deep pink to bright white.
Bonegilla Migrant Experience
Heritage buildings
Visit a rare surviving example of a post war migrant camp featuring remnant huts and buildings of Block 19, one of the original accommodation blocks.
The Corporate Moose
Bars
The Corporate Moose offers a venue to enjoy much more than the traditional pub. As well as being a vibrant restaurant, bar and live music venue, it also...
Barmah National Park
National parks & reserves
Take a trip out to the Sun Country and discover an adventure lover's paradise, which is home to the largest River Red Gum forest in the world.
Heartbeat of the Murray
History & heritage
Set on the banks of the Little Murray River, the world-class Heartbeat of the Murray is a 360-degree multi-media spectacular unlike anything ever seen...
Cactus Country
Parks & gardens
Experience something out of this world. Cactus Country (as seen on Better Homes & Gardens) is an Australian desert landscape like no other. Drawing visitors...
Kingfisher Cruises
Tour operator
Nowhere else in the world can you experience such timeless, natural beauty and peace as when you are gliding through the World-Heritage listed Barmah Wetlands...
Discover Mildura
Tour operator
Discover Mildura specialise in day tours to Mungo National Park; Pink Murray River Salt; food and wine venues; Murray River paddleboat cruises plus historical...
Pioneer Settlement
History & heritage
Take a journey back in time and experience Australian history up close at the Pioneer Settlement, located on the banks of the Marraboor River.
The Murray River
Nature & wildlife
A mountain stream in its upper reaches, the river turns into a meandering river lined with magnificent forests of red gum and sandy beaches.
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Cruising the Murray
What's on
Land of Plenty Music Festival
Festivals
30 Oct 2021
Land of Plenty Music Festival is back, bringing some of Australia's hottest and upcoming artists to Shepparton, Victoria for the second time. After a year...
Riverboats Music Festival
Festivals
18 - 20 Feb 2022
Join thousands of visitors as they descend on Echuca-Moama for three days of first-class entertainment and the very best in regional food and wine.
Massive Murray Paddle - Incorporating the Murray Canoe Marathon
Sports
21 - 25 Feb 2022
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The MMP21 has been moved to February 21 to 25, 2022The Massive Murray Paddle is an amazing five-day paddling adventure paddling race...
Tastes of Rutherglen
Festivals
12 - 13 Mar 2022
Tastes of Rutherglen will return on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March 2022 (Labour Day long weekend) to showcase the very best of the Rutherglen region’s...
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Art and culture
Things to do
Linger in a local museum or gallery to glimpse iconic artworks and local art, brush up on riverboat history or experience life as a pioneer.
History and heritage
Things to do
Board a paddle steamer, explore pioneer homesteads, and learn about indigenous tribes who have lived in the area for over 40,000 years.
National parks and reserves
Nature & wildlife
Escape to the Murray region's unique and diverse national parks. Explore desert landscapes, Aboriginal heritage, lake systems and red gum forests.
Tours
Things to do
Tour the Murray River and discover lush farmland and desert landscapes, red gums, historic paddle steamers, and sample local food and wine.