Travel guide Renmark

The Renmark Club Dash for Cash is the curtain raiser event for the 93.1 Magic Riverland Dinghy Derby. The derby is held the first Sunday in February with the Dash for Cash Friday night before. It’s action packed dinghy racing held under lights in front of the Renmark Club and adjoining lawn area. The time trial course is open to boats up to 30horse power. Competitors battle it out in three heats comprising of two runs per heat, on the back to back 200 metre courses. The lucky heat winners f... Read more

The 93.1 Magic Riverland Dinghy Derby is South Australia’s unique boat race that attracts competitors and spectators from across Australia. Powered dinghies race through the River Murray and creeks around Renmark. With plenty of vantage points for families to view these awesome machines and their talented operators as they manoeuvre through the tight, log filled creek sections and reach high speeds in the wide river sections.There are seven classes of up to 30 horsepower and includes a family class, which runs a separate course.The Riverland Dinghy Derby was first run in 1981; it was a gruelling iron man event that took all day. Today the event is completed within two hours and is more of a speed and skill event then an iron man challenge. The derby has all the ingredients which make it... Read more

Renmark will be hosting the first ever New Years Eve Street party in conjunction with the Renmark Club and Renmark Hotel Motel on the Renmark riverfront.The event will feature 10 live acts across three different stages which include live bands and DJ's throughout the night. The event is fully catered with food stalls; alcohol tents (no Bring Your Own). Enjoy two fireworks spectaculars and a massive midnight countdown outside.Bring your family and friends for a great night out on the beautiful Renmark riverfront to see in the New Year.Entry into the event is via a ticket-entry only to the enclosed area which encompasses the Renmark Club, Renmark Hotel Motel and the riverfront area. There are a limited number of presold tickets so ensure you get in quick.Further details regarding entertai... Read more

Nippy's Chefs of the Murray will be held at the Renmark Club Restaurant. The Chefs of the Murray project aims to raise the profile of the food and wine available in the Riverland region by showcasing regional produce at an event that is the culmination of a mentoring project where apprentice chefs and hospitality students work alongside celebrity chef preparing dishes from regional and seasonal produce.The event is held as a part of the Riverland Renaissance program, which has events from 1 October 2010 through to 16 October 2010. This year the Renaissance premier dinner is showcasing Riverland Wines and produce with a seven course menu.Dress is Semi-formal and a complimentary bus service is available with Riverland Safaris - Bookings essential on 8588 2859 or 0418 819 895 Bookings essent... Read more

At Riverland Leisure Canoe Tours - Hire you can paddle your own canoe. Discover beautiful lagoons and narrow channels that are rich in bird life and native flora and fauna. Take your time and take in the small details, see the birds, wild life and the colours that reflect the changes of the season and river conditions. We can help you plan your trip whether for a few hours or extended time.. www.riverlandcanoes.com.au Read more

Moving Waters is situated in Renmark, part of the peaceful upper South Australian reaches of the Murray River. It is the perfect holiday to take in the Mighty Murray's changing faces as you cruise and experience the natural habitat that it holds… all of course from the comfort of your home away from home. Moving Waters boasts a modern design, spaciousness and easy operation to create an extremely comfortable and relaxing houseboat holiday for small to large groups and families.. www.boatsandbedzzz.com.au Read more

Lady Muk is a superb medium sized craft of six – eight berths and features two queen size bed bedrooms, one with zip apart beds, and a smaller bunk room ideally suited for children. Perfectly suited for a family or small group, the craft is fully equipped with modern appliances to make for comfortable cruising as you take in and explore the magnificent surroundings of the upper reaches of the mighty River Murray in South Australia.. www.riverbankhouseboats.com.au Read more

Do you want the perfect holiday? Do you want to sit back in absolute luxury, relax and unwind? Do you want to get involved in fun activities such as water sports, fishing, canoeing, bird watching or nature walks? Lazi One offers all this and so much more on the breathtakingly beautiful Murray River at Renmark, South Australia.Lazi One is a brand new luxury two-storey houseboat completed in February 2007. Such luxuries as individual temperature controlled reverse cycle air conditioning in every room, seven televisions and an eight-seat gas heated spa will help you to unwind and relax.Lazi One has been designed and built to ensure that you get the most out of your holiday. Nobody misses out on the fantastic river views and scenery as all of the main areas such as the large modern kitchen and... Read more

For the wine enthusiast why not enjoy your own private and exclusive tastings of quality Riverland Wines. Enjoy, learn and appreciate the wide variety of quality wines and sample according to your individual taste or preferences. You can discuss with... Read more

It can seem like a contradiction in terms – a holiday destination that is perfect for families in search of fun yet also perfect for couples looking for a quiet, romantic break. However South Australia’s Riverland is just that – a place where couples can connect and relax, enjoying fine wine and food, strolls along the river bank, candlelight picnics and a quiet federation-style floating cottage built for two. Families, in contrast, can have fun at an adventure park, zip about in watercraft, try their luck at fishing, rent a paddle steamer, and frolic along the river in a manner normally reserved for nostalgic American movies. Riverland, the stretch of the Murray River between Renmark and Waikerie, is beautiful… with limestone cliffs, vineyards, art galleries, ... Read more