13/04/2026
Ever dreamt of escaping the rat race & paddling for numerous weeks down the flowing postcard we call the Murray River?
Many adventurous paddlers have done so and it was an experience we all will never forget. The simple life. Those of us who have done so also enjoy helping others (if required) to pursue this journey & so we have made a 50 page PDF document that helps guide anyone on the numerous in’s & out’s of such a trip and provides insights into how to make it a reality including:
- smart boat choice
- trip timing (at times of year – the dams stop releasing their flows!)
- route planning & maps
- paddling techniques
- hazards (techniques & know how to deal with logs and hazards)
- communications
- camping considerations
- training and preparation suggestions
- customising your body & boat for endurance paddling
- water quality & treatment
- equipment choices (to avoid bulk & weight)
- food choices (healthy but avoiding bulk & weight)
- distances between towns & services
- Lake Alexandrina
- Rescue’s
- Paddlesteamers
- Flora and Fauna
- cultural lessons & experiences to be had
- Aboriginal connections
- Marathon Register
- caring for the Murray
- Smart Phone Apps (for the Murray)
While it’s no rocket science, it may be of great assistance. So, if you would like a copy, visit www.wildexposure.com.au and look under the ‘Murray River Guide‘ page.
$30 (+GST)
https://www.wildexposure.com.au/paddling-the-murray-river/
A thorough guide on how to paddle down the entire Murray River. Paddling knowhow, gear to carry, distance between towns and more!
