The Riverland has some of the best backwaters and camping spots in South Australia ..... Kayaking/Camping is a great way to experience all that the river & wetlands have to offer!
On this no fuss, no frills expedition, you will be joined by a local guide & our own highly experienced Adventurous Women host Leonie on the journey, both of whom will provide you with plenty of support along the way. This trip is suitable for first timers or those with experience, however an adventurous spirit is required as the camping experience itself is basic, and designed to provide you with a real sense of being in nature as we paddle and camp around the Katarapko (Kat-are-ap-ko) section of the Murray River National Park, stopping each afternoon at a different riverside camp to enjoy what the local areas to offer.
* Guests will need to supply their own food but we will organise for you to meet with Leonie, your highly experienced host, a couple of weeks prior to the trip to work out the logistics and decide on food.
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After lunch in Berri, you'll park your vehicles in a designated parking area and be met by the lead guide who will be driving a bus with all the kayaks/equipment. You'll then be transported by bus to the launch area at Lock 4, where some of the gear will be distributed among the kayaks and the remainder transferred for us. After a short briefing we'll then begin our first paddle via Ajax Achilles Lakes to our campground opposite Bookpurnong Cliffs (approx 3.5 kms paddling).
On arrival at Bookpurnong Cliffs, we will set up camp and enjoy a little chill out time, or if wanting to stretch your legs there's an option to take a stroll on one of two walks which our lead guide will point out to you.
Afterwards we've got a beautiful little sunset paddle lined up into Gurra Gurra Creek to spot possums etc, before returning to camp for dinner & drinks. (2-3km paddling).
(Total paddling distance for the day approx 6kms)
Meals: None included
(Total paddling distance is approximately 16km)
End of the day, we will pull up at a nice little spot near the river and set up camp for the night and have the option of walking the Kai Kai Nature Trail later in the afternoon.
Meals: None included
Meals: None included
The Kayaks are Double Touring Kayaks, however if you would prefer to have a single kayak for the duration we can accommodate you at the additional charge of $35.00.
This is a great experience suitable for beginners through to experienced paddlers / and all fitness levels
Please Note:
Fruit and vegetables CANNOT be taken into the Riverland (even with a receipt) but they are readily available locally in Berri and the surrounding area.
This tour by it's very nature is not designed for the 5 Star Traveller. It is for the girl who has an 'adventurous spirit' and is looking for a unique and rewarding 'experience'! You need to be able to adopt a "Go With The Flow" attitude, a willingness to have a go, work as a team .... and to be 'ok' with bush camping (no showers, drop toilets or at times, no toilets)
Due to the nature of the trip, weather conditions can have a major impact on our daily activities so plans may need to be changed or adjusted depending on the challenges we face
Notice of cancellation must be in writing, with an email as an acceptable form of communication, directly to Adventurous Women with the following conditions:
If you cancel 30 days or more prior to commencement of the tour, you are eligible for a full refund of your deposit.
If you cancel 30 days or less prior to commencement of the tour, you are not eligible for a refund of your deposit.
No refund is available after departure of a tour has commenced.
