Retirees on the River Deals & Offers - Special Offers

The inaugural Retirees on the River – Seniors Celebrations Echuca Moama, is running Monday 7 to Friday 18 September 2026. Designed especially for seniors and retirees (and anyone who loves a relaxed escape), this 12-day program invites visitors to slow down, stay a little longer, and enjoy the best of the Murray. Check out the businesses that are offering special deals as part of this promotion. 

 All offers are available during the promotion period of Monday 7th September to Friday 18 September 2026. Please contact the properties listed for any further T&C's

Retirees on the River – Seniors Celebrations Echuca Moama

Spring is set to shine a little brighter in Echuca Moama with the inaugural Retirees on the River – Seniors Celebrations Echuca Moama, running Monday 7 to Friday 18 September 2026. Designed especially for seniors and retirees (and anyone who loves a relaxed escape), this 12-day program invites visitors to slow down, stay a little longer, and enjoy the best of the Murray.

The best part? Simply choose what you’d like to do and take advantage of the special offers available across the region. More than 30 local businesses have come on board with seniors-friendly deals, value-packed accommodation packages, dining specials, events and feel-good experiences that showcase what makes this region so easy to love.

This new celebration is being led by the Echuca Moama Accommodation Association, proudly supported by Campaspe Shire Council and Murray River Council. Together, the partners are working to bring extra energy to the traditionally quieter September period, supporting local operators while giving visitors even more reasons to plan a river getaway.

Keep an eye on the links below for the full program and participating offers as they’re announced. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or making it a longer break, Retirees on the River is your invitation to discover Echuca Moama at its most welcoming.

Deals & Offers and Activities 

Thanks to our event partners

Set up by the Murray River, slow the pace and enjoy life outdoors. Echuca Moama is a favourite destination for caravanners, campers and RV travellers, offering a mix of riverside camping and fully equipped caravan parks. Whether you’re seeking comfort or a back-to-nature escape, there’s a perfect spot to relax and explore the region.

* Prices are subject to change.

Caravan parks in Echuca Moama

For comfort, convenience and modern facilities, caravan parks in Echuca Moama are ideal bases to explore the Murray River region. Many offer powered sites, amenities blocks and family-friendly features, making them perfect for short or extended stays.

Explore our caravan parks

Riverside & nature-based free camping

For a more relaxed, nature-focused experience, discover free and low-cost camping near Echuca Moama. Many regional and national parks along the Murray River offer peaceful riverside settings.

Near Echuca Moama:

• Echuca Regional Park - Christies Beach & Betts Beach
• River Murray Reserve - Caseys Bend & Wills Bend
• Benarca Campgrounds - Benarca Forest Road, Moama ($6 booking fee)

Just down the road:

• Aysons Reserve - 799 Burnewang Road, Burnewang
• Greens Lake Campground - Greens Lake Road, Corop
• Edward River Bridge Campground - Duggans Road, Mathoura ($6 booking fee)
• Swifts Creek Campground - Swifts Creek Road, Mathoura ($6 booking fee)
• Barmah Lakes Campground - Moira Lakes Road, Barmah
• Gunbower Island (VIC) / Koondrook-Perricoota Forest (NSW) - Both sides of the Murray River from Torrumbarry Weir to Koondrook (multiple access points)

 Camping tips:

• Camping is not permitted within 5km of Echuca or Moama town centres.
• Many regional parks are dog-friendly, but pets are not allowed in national parks.
• Seasonal closures may apply - check conditions before you travel.
• For park info and alerts, visit Parks Victoria or NSW National Parks.
• During warmer months, check Total Fire Ban declarations via the CFA (VIC) or NSW RFS websites.
• Keep parks clean by taking your rubbish with you.

Free & low-cost RV parks

Self-contained RVs and caravans can enjoy affordable camping options:

• Echuca Rotary RV Park - 1-7 Rose Street, Echuca ($10 p/n)
• Rich River Golf Club - Twenty Four Lane, Moama ($15 p/n)
• Lockington Travellers Rest - Pannoo Road, Lockington (free unpowered, $20 p/n powered)
• Mathoura Bowling Club - 1-8 Moama Street, Mathoura (free)

RV facilities: dump points & potable water

Make your stay easy with RV-friendly facilities near Echuca Moama:

• Echuca Rotary RV Park - 1-7 Rose Street, Echuca ($5 donation)
• Echuca BP - 73/85 Murray Vallery Highway, Echuca (free)
• Rich River Golf Club - Twenty Four Lane, Moama (for camper use only)
• Kyabram Fauna Park - 75 Lake Road, Kyabram (free)
• Lockington Travellers Rest - Pannoo Road, Lockington (free)
• Mathoura Bowling Club - 1-8 Moama Street, Mathoura (free)

Long-vehicle parking

Long-vehicles can park across two parallel parking bays in any street (time restrictions and payment may apply). Parking for caravans and RVs is also available in designated locations:

Echuca

• The Old Pump House car park, Cnr Heygarth & Meninya Street
• 432-454 High Street, in front of the High Street car park
• Woolworths Echuca West, 31-41 Murray Valley Highway

Moama

• Moama Marketplace, Perricoota Road
• Blair Street, near Kerrabee Sound Shell

Plan your caravan & camping trip

Download our full guide to caravan parks, camping spots and RV facilities in Echuca Moama to plan your next adventure by the Murray River.

Guide to Camping, Caravans & RVs in Echuca Moama

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The small town of Gunbower between Echuca Moama and Barham Koondrook makes the perfect base for exploring. Here, kayaking Gunbower Creek is one of the best ways to experience the Murray River region’s gentle side. Whether you’re exploring under your own steam or joining a guided paddle, this is the kind of place to slow down, drift with the current and see nature at its most peaceful.

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