State: South River
Operator: Adventure Express
Minimum Price: AUD $ 685

Explore Australia's Murray River on board the MV Expedition, where you can discover one of the most spectacular and rugged Australian landscapes. The MV Expedition caters for a maximum of only 40 passengers, this boutique product provides the ideal environment for passengers to explore, experience, indulge and discover. The well appointed bar, lounge and dining area provides the perfect location for indulging in the culinary delights of the resident chef, while viewing the passing Australian scenery.

Day 1: Friday

Your weekend cruise departs from Murray Bridge, just 45 minutes from Adelaide. Connecting coach transfers depart from the Central Bus Station in Adelaide or if you prefer to drive, lock up garaging is available for your vehicle. At 8pm you are welcomed aboard by the friendly Expedition Crew.

Having settled into your accommodation, you may like to enjoy a pre-dinner drink before a delicious supper is served. MV Expedition cruises to her overnight mooring point and your Captain introduces the Expedition crew. Night cruising is a feature of all Proud Australia cruises and this evening MV Expedition’s powerful flood lights illuminate the graceful willows and dark waters as you cruise.

This is an excellent opportunity to see the River environment in a different perspective and may allow you to view of some of the nocturnal wildlife, especially birds such as night herons, owls and coots. Later, MV Expedition ties up for a night of peace and tranquillity in the Australian Bush.

 

Day 2: Saturday

Enjoy a hearty breakfast while cruising as MV Expedition continues upstream today through some of the most spectacular scenery on the entire River Murray system. The inland lagoons are so immense that in the early riverboat days, Captains could not find true channels. In the early 1900’s riverboat Captain’s planted willow trees along the banks to clearly mark the main river channel. Today the willows provide the perfect haven for the prolific birdlife. There are some 320 species of birdlife in this area and with the aid of binoculars and your well informed guide, you will study at close range the prolific birdlife. The MV Expedition berths in Mannum allowing time for a stroll through this historic town. Enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the MV Expedition chefs as you cruise upstream. Late afternoon your vessel ties along side the towering cliffs and beautiful sandy beaches. Here you will also enjoy a guided cruise led by an ecologist aboard a small boat through the lagoons and inlets of the River Murray, a highlight of your journey. This evening there is a traditional Australian barbecue on shore followed by Aussie entertainment around a blazing campfire.

 

Day 3: Sunday

This morning there will be time for further exploration of the tranquil Australian bush. Enjoy a hearty breakfast as MV Expedition cruises downstream, before a mid morning arrival in picturesque Mannum. Here you can board the waiting coach for a tour to Reedy Creek Environmental Park. Your guide will provide you with information to enable you to identify significant rock formations and the abundant native vegetation and birdlife. Lunch is a superb buffet with fresh local produce. This afternoon there will be more spectacular scenery before a late afternoon arrival in Murray Bridge.

 

ACCOMMODATION:

The Expedition boasts 18 spacious riverview rooms. With only one room type, each cabin has twin or double beds, individually controlled air conditioning units, private en-suite. tea & coffee making facilities and hair dryers. All rooms offer spectacular riverviews and open on to balcony areas. Cabins are serviced twice daily.

 

FACILITIES:

The MV Expedition boasts 18 spacious riverview rooms, a lounge, dining area and well appointed bar.

Order a drink and venture out onto MV Expedition’s spacious open decks or enjoy the intimate lounge and dining area. The captains commentary may spark an interest to peruse the vessel’s resource centre and learn more from one of the many books available.

You may like to enjoy a cuppa from the continuous tea and coffee available in the dining room or browse the souvenirs available for purchase.

Explore at your leisure any of the spectacular mooring locations; enjoy a walk through the bushland or discover the backwaters in one of the available canoes. For those who like a spot of fishing, reels and bait are available, simply ask one of the Expedition crew.

 

CREW MEMBERS:

River of Australia Expedition’s all Australian crew are friendly, experienced and willing to assist in any way. Specifically chosen for their knowledge of the River Murray’s history, geography, wildlife and eco-system, 7 attentive Expedition crew members cater for your every need.

All dietary requirements are catered for with two executive chefs specialising in modern Australian and European cuisine.

MV Expedition’s dedicated Australian Crew include: Captain, Engineer, Cruise Director, Cruise Attendant, Head and Second Chef and Ecologist… all available and eager to cater for your every comfort and desire.

 

WHATS INCLUDED

• Accommodation onboard
• All meals
• Shore excursions and activities
• A fuel surcharge of nett $5 per person per night is applicable and must be pre-paid.

 

RATES

 

	Cost per person
Adult Twin Share	765.00
Adult Sole Use	1175.00
Adult Triple	685.00
Child under 12	485.00
Return Coach Transfer	65.00
Garaging (car)	55.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prices are valid for 1st April 2007 - 31st March 2008

To confirm your reservation, a deposit of $100.00 per person per cruise must be paid at the time of booking.

Notes:

Trip Duration: 3 days
Departs from: Murray Bridge
Tour Ends: Murray Bridge
Departure Days:

• Friday

Departure Time: 8pm
Return Days:

• Sunday

Return Time: 4.30pm