Luxury Houseboats and Wilkadene Self Contained Cottage in an unspoilt River Murray Wilderness area.
Here in South Australia we have houseboats which rival the comforts of a 5 star hotel.  Yet you are only a short walk away from endless outback saltbush plains.  Or you may choose to just float in your houseboat in air-conditioned comfort past spectacular ochre red cliffs, long white sandbars, river redgum forests and fascinating wet lands.  In many parts of our river Murray, you will hardly see another person - your only neighbours are likely to be Kangaroos, Emus, Lace Monitor Lizards (large goannas) or the incredible variety of birds.  Let Above Renmark Houseboats show you a holiday you will treasure for ever.
 

RIVER NEWS in 2007/08 River levels are currently at normal pool level in our part of the Riverland due to SA's reliance on the River Murray for drinking water. Even if the drought continues, the SA Govt has confirmed that pool levels will be maintained in the Upper Riverland through 2008. Click here to read more about the river. There is now enough water for you to travel beyond the N.S.W. border through to the Devil's Elbow. (79km upstream from Wilkadene) Our houseboat crews are still reporting reasonable fish catches, but down on previous years due to limited river flow.   See right photo taken 12/11/07  of the Marina at Above Renmark Houseboats at Murtho.   The river is at normal pool level and you can ski from our floating pontoon.   Riverland towns are reporting an influx of Victorian visitors during January because of lower river levels interstate.  In particular the river now appears to be too narrow to safely waterski at Echuca & Swan Hill.
	Thinking of ...  Holidaying in a house that floats and moves around! What a novel idea! Grown ups, as well as kids, enjoy the sense  of adventure, journeying along the winding river, taking on the role of skipper or navigator.		Interested? ... Then take a Tour of this site, but before you do we update this site regularly, so bookmark this page now !
	Enjoy browsing the topics listed below that are of interest and feel free to contact us with queries, comments or suggestions.......... Wilkadene Cottage Holidays Our Self-contained Cottage has a dinghy with oars, and a kayak included in the tariff, so you can still explore the river, picnic on sandbars, and save heaps! About the Boats We have 5 luxury Houseboats with rates from 4 berth to 12 berth.  Availabilities Check the availability over the next 3 months, or Email us for any further information.  Also a section for Visitor Centres and Travel Agents, where there are quick links to price lists, booking sheets and brochure re-order. Location We are in a unique, pristine wilderness area which many house boaters say is the most varied and beautiful part of the River Murray in S.A.  Due to its remoteness all radio reception is unreliable in some areas, & all of our boats are now fitted with satellite phones as well as UHF radio.  For directions click here. Things to See and Do like Hiring a powerful dinghy with outboard motor. Kayaking, bird watching, kangaroos everywhere, a waterskiers' paradise, you can walk through Outback vistas, or just relax away from other people and other boats.  Hire a dinghy for serious fishing success, exploring the creeks, or just family fun on the river.  Our largest dinghy has a powerful 30HP motor, and a forward control with steering wheel.  Family Holidays & What month to go? Which month would suit you best?  Suggestions for family holidays - our boats are fitted with child protection gates and railing.  Pets are Welcome We allow dogs inside our boats and cottage, and there is just so much untouched area for them to run free without upsetting anyone.  The boats have hygienic floating timber floors. Go Kayaking Adds another dimension to houseboating.  At dusk, paddle past the noses of drinking kangaroos or explore fascinating narrow creeks.  We can offer real adventure with maps of the 'nearly white water' creeks which bypass Lock 6.  Or go on several half day expeditions, with your designated houseboat crew to pick you up where the creek returns to the river. Specials and Itinerary First time in such a remote area?  Here is a suggested itinerary. Links If you would like to review the weather or tourist information for Renmark, or calculate how far from your home town to Renmark, click on some other recommended sites. Competent and friendly service especially for you . . . Of Course ! Above Renmark Houseboat Holidays Ph. Freecall 1800 422683 ~ Fax. 08 8595 8191 Postal Address: PO Box 462 Renmark, South Australia 5341, Australia Email: inquiry@aboverenmark.com.au Web: http://www.aboverenmark.com.au                         Copyright ~ © Above Renmark Houseboats 2002