A Houseboating Holiday on the Mighty Murray River
Melanie Ball spends a few long, lazy days houseboating on the Murray and practising the perfect park. Photography by Julian Kingma.
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Mildura
Perched on the banks of the Murray River and surrounded by citrus groves, vineyards and farm land - Mildura is a modern city teeming with art deco buildings, cafes and unique stores waiting to be explored. Plan a visit to the Victorian town with our Mildura travel guide.
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Mildura boasts an extensive range of accommodation options, so whatever your budget, you’ll find something to suit your taste. Choose from friendly motels, hotels, resort accommodation, apartments and holiday homes - perfect for couples or the full family getaway. If you prefer to stay on the Murray River opt to holiday on a houseboat. Mildura has multiple caravan and holiday parks, plus lodges across the region offering a perfect base for a holiday in regional Victoria.
The city of Mildura is bursting with natural attractions, history and culture. The Murray River is an icon of the region, so be sure to visit the new Riverfront precinct. Take a picnic and stretch your legs on the walking trails or jump aboard a paddle steamer for a relaxing cruise.
Get your culture fix with an afternoon at The Art Vault contemporary art museum and the Mildura Arts Centre. If you prefer the outdoors, take a trip to the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens, situated just over the river in Muorquong. A short drive west of Mildura you’ll find the World Heritage-listed Mungo National ParkOpens external site in a new window, home to a huge array of historically and geographically important sites — the ancient dried up Mungo River, the Walls of China and the Lunettes formed from the sand and wind.
Mildura’s cafes, restaurants, wineries and bars are as impressive as you’ll find in any capital city. Sip the perfect coffee or stop for lunch at the buzzing Langtree Avenue, known locally as ‘Feast Street’. Sample the best wine of the region at Sunraysia Cellar DoorOpens external site in a new window located within the CBD or stop off for a gin, whiskey, vodka or rum at the unique Fossey’s Distillery. You can also join the ranks of many Victorian foodies and book a table at either two of the region’s chef hatted restaurants — the renowned Stefano’s RestaurantOpens external site in a new window located in the cellar of the Grand Hotel or for an authentic Italian cuisine, head to The Province by Matt de Angelo. There’s something for everyone in Mildura.
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Transport
From the airport: Mildura Airport is located approximately twelve kilometres from the city centre. A taxi rank is available outside the terminal.
In and around the city: the inner city is easily explored on foot or by bicycle. Several taxi companies service the region, as well as the Buslink Sunraysia network. The best way to explore the wider region is to rent a car.
Important information
Disclaimer: ^ Qantas Frequent Flyer members will earn 3 Qantas Points per A$1 value unless otherwise specified, for hotel stays booked through qantas.com/hotels, except Classic Hotel Rewards and Airbnb bookings. Points Club members will earn 25% more Qantas Points, and Points Club Plus members will earn 50% more Qantas Points. Qantas Points will be credited to your account at least 8 weeks after check-out. Qantas Points may be earned by the member in whose name the booking is made. Members will not be able to earn points on additional charges paid to the accommodation provider for extras (including cots, breakfasts and other incidentals) on check-in or check-out (as applicable).
Disclaimer: ^ You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program terms and conditions. 4 Qantas Points will be earned per A$1 spent on time and kilometre charges within Australia, excluding GST, insurance, package tour, government, travel industry, some corporate rates and miscellaneous charges or 700 Qantas Points will be earned per rental outside of Australia with Avis and Budget. Members must provide their Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number to the chosen car partner. Vehicle hire is subject to availability and to the Avis Rental Agreement terms and conditionsOpens external site in a new window or Budget Rental Agreement terms and conditionsOpens external site in a new window (as applicable) at the time of rental. Avis or Budget age, credit and driver requirements apply. For further details, please contact Avis on 136 333 or Budget on 1300 362 848. For further details see cars important information.
Disclaimer: ++ Status Credits are earned on eligible Qantas, Jetstar, oneworld® member and oneworld connect® airlines only - see the Airline Earning Tables and Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions for details. Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes.
Disclaimer: ∆ Meals, beverages, entertainment offerings vary between flight times.
Disclaimer: + The number of destinations is correct as at 30 March 2022, but is subject to change. Before booking and departure, ensure you check the latest Australian domestic travel requirements and/or international travel requirements, which may include mandatory health declarations, vaccinations, COVID-19 tests, use of face masks, entry permits, pre-approval and quarantine (possibly at your own expense), or you could be denied entry. All passengers aged 12 years and older on Qantas international flights will be required to be fully vaccinated with a TGA-approved or recognised vaccineOpens external site in a new window (some exceptions apply).
Disclaimer: # You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn and redeem Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program terms and conditions.