Riverland

Things to do, accommodation and road trips around the beautiful Riverland.

The Best Airbnb Accommodation - Riverland - South Australia Road Trips

The Best Airbnb Accommodation – Riverland

The Riverland, located along the upper reaches of the mighty Murray River, is one of the most beautiful and relaxing spots in South Australia for a peaceful getaway. Renowned for both the incredible river landscapes, and for the endless citrus groves that power Australia’s fruit industry, the Riverland has a huge amount to offer the savvy and curious traveller.

And if you’re looking for a more unique Riverland accommodation than a chain hotel or caravan park, there’s no better place to look than Airbnb. With plenty of choices from luxury stays, to eco-friendly glamping tents, and much more, Airbnb works for any budget and style of travel. But there’s a dizzying array of properties to choose from in the area, and it can be hard to sort the wheat from the chaff. So read on, for the best accommodation Riverland options!

Weekend Getaways From Adelaide - South Australia Road Trips

The Best Weekend Getaways From Adelaide

Adelaide is a fantastic city with plenty of things to see and do, both for long-time residents and new visitors alike. But with its excellent climate, gorgeous hinterland, and top-quality produce, Adelaide also makes a superb base for a weekend getaway. Whether it’s just an overnight stop or a two-night long weekend, there’s a huge amount of things to see and do within a couple of hours’ drive from the city.

Heading north to the world-famous wine regions, south to the spectacular coastlines, or inland to the relaxing river districts, there’s definitely weekend getaways from Adelaide to suit every budget and traveller. Let’s have a look at some of the best weekend road trips from Adelaide.

Things To Do In The Riverland - South Australia Road Trips

Everything About The Riverland

The Riverland is an interesting and beautiful area of South Australia. Located around the banks of the mighty Murray River (Australia’s longest and largest river system), the Riverland lies to the north of the Murraylands area, and just a few hours drive north-east of Adelaide. It’s a very tranquil area, with gorgeous scenery, a relaxed outlook and there are hundreds of things to do in the Riverland.

Located on the traditional lands of the Ngaiawang, Ngawait, and Erawirung indigenous peoples, the Riverland was settled by Europeans in the 1880s. Renmark, the first and largest town in the area was settled in 1887, and is today home to around 4,500 residents, while over 40,000 people live in the larger Riverland area. Like much of South Australia, the Riverland is a mostly Mediterranean style climate, with hot dry summers and fairly mild winters. On average, it’s slightly warmer than Adelaide.

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