THE ADVENTURE COLLECTIVE® · Independent discovery and booking for outdoor travel
Float through towering river red gums and sheltered side channels on a gear-included canoe, kayak or SUP trip along the Murray. Delivered to launch points at Picnic Point, Tocumwal, Yarrawonga or Barmah Lakes, this is an easy way to experience multi-day river travel.
Float through towering river red gums and sheltered side channels on a gear-included canoe, kayak or SUP trip along the Murray. Delivered to launch points at Picnic Point, Tocumwal, Yarrawonga or Barmah Lakes, this is an easy way to experience multi-day river travel.
Book with Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire · Echuca, Victoria
On the Murray River, near Echuca in Victoria, Campanoeing Trip offers self-powered river travel through red gum forests and broad, slow water. Launch points include Picnic Point, Tocumwal, Yarrawonga and the Barmah Lakes — the latter home to the world’s largest stands of river red gum — so you can plan a short day paddle or a multi-day float that feels private and remote.
Trips move at an easy cruising pace: the operator plans roughly 30 kilometres per day, about 5–6 km per hour, giving paddlers time to linger on sandy banks, explore side channels and camp in quiet groves. Canoes are Canadian tourers built with lots of buoyancy for two people plus gear; single kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are also available. Every booking includes buoyancy vests, plastic drums for kit, a dry bag, river charts and delivery to your chosen starting point, with pick-up available for an extra fee.
What makes this section of the Murray distinct is the landscape—long floodplain channels, low sandstone benches and towering river red gum that drip with lichen after rain. In spring you’ll find wattles and waterbirds enlivening the margins; in drier months the quiet, reflective surface creates perfect mirror shots for photographers. The Barmah Lakes system adds sheltered, shallow water ideal for paddlers who want calmer conditions and close wildlife viewing.
Route options are flexible: day trips, long weekend runs or extended itineraries across 2–8 days. Variations are welcome, and the crew can tailor a delivery so you start upstream and float with the river. Expect simple navigation between bends; bring a basic sense of river reading and routine paddling skills. The trip is a low-impact way to experience the Murray—carry out what you carry in, use provided dry storage and respect floodplain vegetation.
You can book or get detailed local advice by calling the dock at 0419 756 225 or 0488 005 566. Whether you’re pairing a couple’s canoe with an overnight bush camp, chasing birdlife from a quiet channel, or ticking a multi-day river run off your list, this is a straight-forward, gear-included way to experience one of Australia’s great inland rivers. Bring steady footwear, layered clothing and a camera; the river reveals itself slowly, in light and wildlife and the rhythm of your paddle strokes.
Much of the river corridor sits on Yorta Yorta country; the floodplain has cultural significance and sites of traditional use, so paddlers are asked to respect country and leave sites undisturbed. Water levels vary seasonally; plan with the operator for current conditions before you launch. For photographers, every bend delivers a new light angle and the sounds at dawn—frogs, waders and the hiss of reeds—make mornings especially memorable. Plan clothing layers for wind and river spray.
Trips are planned around 30 km per day, roughly 5–6 km per hour, but you can customize for shorter or longer days.
The operator provides Canadian tourer canoes (two people), single kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.
Delivery to your chosen start point is included; pick-up can be arranged at additional cost.
Yes—buoyancy vests are supplied with every booking.
Yes—multi-day itineraries allow camping on suitable banks; respect vegetation and follow leave-no-trace practices.
Call the dock on 0419 756 225 or 0488 005 566 for bookings, tailored itineraries and up-to-date river information.
Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire is a river-based hire service based in Echuca, Victoria, specializing in self-guided paddling experiences on the Murray River. The business offers the Campanoeing Trip, a 30 km day paddle through red gum forests with launch options at Picnic Point or Barmah Lakes. Canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards are available, and gear and delivery are included so guests can focus on the river. The Campanoeing Trip highlights natural scenery, wildlife viewing and relaxed river travel suitable for experienced paddlers and confident beginners. All rentals are prepared for single-day outings; equipment is checked and supplied at the chosen launch site. Delivery to Picnic Point or Barmah Lakes is arranged as part of the booking, simplifying logistics for visitors staying in Echuca or nearby towns. Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire emphasizes clear, local knowledge of the Murray River corridor. The team coordinates launch locations and provides straightforward information about river conditions and trip planning. This practical, service-oriented approach helps visitors plan a safe, enjoyable paddle without requiring guided support. The business profile and trip details appear on The Adventure Collective, where the Campanoeing Trip is listed with summary information. Prospective guests can review the trip description, confirm available equipment options and book a single-day paddling experience. For those seeking a scenic, self-guided river adventure in Echuca, Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire provides a focused rental service tailored to the Murray River environment. Bookings are arranged per trip and information is provided before departure for guest confidence and safety.
Book with Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire