SA · Goolwa, Goolwa South, Hindmarsh Island, Hindmarsh Valley, Port Elliot, Wirrina Cove and surrounds
Goolwa wooden-boat workshop on the Murray/Fleurieu (5 stars) - traditional timber boat building and restoration, a charming heritage-oriented shed where visitors are welcome. Largely volunteer/community run; confirm scope for commercial work.
Hindmarsh Island wooden boat specialists (Jordy and team) for timber boat repair and restoration - from classic couta boats to paddle steamers - to a high shipwright standard.
Substantial Hindmarsh Island marine business (ask for Paul) with three sheds and a slipway servicing boats and paddle steamers, including Honda outboard service.
Long-running Murray River houseboat hire (Marg, Pete and team; 4.7 stars over 90 reviews) at East Front Rd, Younghusband - a range of self-drive houseboats from classic to luxury with spa (no licence required), sleeping up to 10+, for multi-day Murray cruises. Professional, friendly and well-maintained fleet.
Fleurieu Peninsula marina (4.1 stars over 140 reviews) at Paradise Dr, Wirrina Cove - marina berths and visitor berthing in a scenic resort setting, a great launchpad for southern cruising and fishing expeditions to Rapid Bay and the Bluffs, with helpful, go-the-extra-yard staff.
Murray Bridge marine business offering boat servicing, repairs and sales for the Murraylands region.
Long-established Goolwa boatbuilder and marine surveyor (45 years) - builder of Challenger yachts and cruisers, plus repairs, restorations and survey work. NOTE: low public star rating that the owner states results from a scam/extortion attempt rather than genuine customers; verify directly.
Port Elliot marine mechanic (Luke) praised for careful fault-finding, clear communication and fair pricing on boat servicing and trailer repairs.
Highly rated Murray River houseboat hire (4.6 stars over 53 reviews) at Riverglen Marina, Murray Bridge - immaculate, well-renovated self-drive houseboats (no licence needed; patient, reassuring training) with up to 4 bedrooms, spa and rear swim deck, sleeping 6-8+, for multi-day Murray cruises. Knowledgeable, helpful staff.
Mannum-based mobile marine and mechanical service (Ben) covering servicing and repairs on the Murray, including pre-purchase inspections.
Goolwa marine mechanics (Mason and team), helpful and quick to diagnose, keeping boats on the water around the Murray mouth.
Well-regarded Mannum houseboat hire (4.3 stars over 65 reviews) at Pelican Dr - spacious 3-level self-drive luxury houseboats (no licence needed) sleeping up to 12, easy to drive and moor, with kayak and fishing add-ons and strong trip-planning help from the office team. A relaxed multi-day Murray River escape.
Victor Harbor marine business (Grant and Neryl) and a Suzuki outboard dealer, widely recommended for honest, knowledgeable outboard sales, servicing and repairs.
Premium Mannum houseboat hire (Brendan, Madeleine and team; 4.6 stars over 64 reviews) at Pelican Dr - beautifully appointed self-drive luxury houseboats (no licence required) with ensuite cabins, heated rooftop spa and bar and full kitchen, easy to drive after a lesson, for peaceful multi-day Murray River cruises. Friendly, professional service.
Murray Bridge outboard specialist (Paul York), an old-school mechanic praised for meticulous servicing and full engine rebuilds across Tohatsu, Evinrude and more.