Day
Trips | River Redgum Country : Day Trip 1
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River Redgum Country Day Trip 1 |
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Today's journey takes us into "River Redgum Country"
to the Barmah Forest, the world's largest stand of red
gums.
Head off early travelling south over the Murray River,
through Strathmerton and towards Nathalia.
A few kms before
Nathalia turn right to Barmah and the Dharnya Centre. Here you can
enjoy displays, group talks and guided walks to immerse yourself in
the history and culture of the Australian Aboriginals, the original
inhabitants of this area.
Continue through southern NSW to
Moama and follow the signs to the Chanter Estate, a historic 1883
church converted to a winery with cellar door sale.
Here you
will find a fascinating Museum of Antique Automobiles, World War I
& II memorabilia, amphibious vehicles, vintage and classic
motorcycles.
Lunch time and we cross over the bridge to
Echuca, where you'll find many choices to tempt your taste buds.
A visit to the Historic Port area is a must.
Take a
stroll around the shops and a ride on a paddle-boat to loose
yourself in a bygone era.
When you are ready to leave,
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River Redgum Country Day Trip 1 |
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Today's trip is in the form of guided tours, which like all the
tours mentioned come highly recommended.
You will need to
book.
Travelling south to Strathmerton, continue through
Strathmerton for approx.
8km and turn right into Haynes Rd.
Follow the road through the dog-leg to the Little Nippa Yabby farm.
Here you will enjoy a guided too of the farming process,
from breeding to the grow-out ponds.
Yabby meat is sweet and
delicious take this opportunity to purchase some.
Continue
on to Ulupna Island's Wildlife Tours at the Red Gum Retreat. This is
a great place to have lunch, which can be provided by arrangement or
you can pack your own.
The tour introduces you to the
diversity of the majestic red gum forest where kangaroos, koalas
& birdlife abound.
After the tour ask for the best way
back to "Toc" via the strawberry farms. Yabbies & Strawberries
for tea. Yum!
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