Broken Bay Pearl Discovery Experience | New South Wales
- Explore New South Wales’ only pearl farm with expert guides
- Cruise the scenic Hawkesbury River and visit an oyster lease
- Learn about sustainable oyster and pearl farming practices
- Discover the story behind the rare Australian Akoya pearl
- Visit the exclusive pearl grading room to understand pearl craftsmanship
Options
Shell to Showroom Tour
Inclusions
Cruise of the Hawkesbury River
Visit pearl oyster lease
Learn about how to farm Akoya pearls
Immersive pearl grading
History of pearling in Australia
Exclusions
Personal expenses
Insurance
Other expenses not mentioned above
What's included in Broken Bay Pearl Discovery Experience | New South Wales
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
Uncover the magic of Broken Bay Pearl Farm with an engaging two-hour experience that delves into the secrets of New South Wales’ only pearl farm. Guided by passionate experts, explore the story behind the acclaimed Australian Akoya pearl and the pioneering family that brought this vision to life.
Take a scenic cruise along the beautiful Hawkesbury River to an oyster lease, where you’ll discover the art of farming pearl and rock oysters. Learn how this pristine waterway nurtures premium seafood and pearls while supporting sustainable practices that benefit the environment.
Conclude your journey in the exclusive pearl grading room, where you’ll uncover the secrets of what makes Australian Akoya pearls so rare and valuable. From the river to the grading room, this immersive experience offers a glimpse into the beauty and craftsmanship of Australia’s pearling heritage.
Inclusions
- A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 2 day(s) before the departure date
- Please arrive at the designated location 15 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- Times are subject to availability and to change at the discretion of Pearls of Australia
- The tour operates in light rain. If heavy rain, wind, or thunderstorms make the experience unviable, the tour operator will contact you one or two days in advance to reschedule or offer a land-based tour or a refund
- Pearls of Australia shall not be held liable for any accident, injury, delay, loss or damage caused by the provision of, or failure to provide, any services listed
- Oyster type and provenance is subject to availability. When oysters from local waterways are not available, oysters may be sourced from another oyster farm
- A 100% fee will apply for no-shows
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- Broken Bay Pearl Farm
Meeting / End Points
- Broken Bay Pearl Farm
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— What to bring —
- Camera
- Full water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Windbreaker
