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OYSTER & PEARL LOVERS TOUR

Explore the hidden gem of Broken Bay Pearl Farm with our immersive half-day experience. Our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to the secrets of New South Wales’ only pearl farm, showcasing the renowned Australian Akoya pearl and sharing the pioneering family story behind our operation.

Embark on a scenic cruise along the mighty Hawkesbury River, where you’ll visit an oyster lease and gain insight into the art of farming pearl and rock oysters. Learn how this pristine environment contributes to the cultivation of premium seafood and pearls, and discover the environmental benefits oysters provide.

Step into our exclusive pearl grading room to understand what makes Australian pearls exceptionally rare and valuable. Conclude your experience with a guided oyster tasting and a shucking demonstration, savouring the unique flavours of our local oysters and supporting local farmers.

  • from $135 / adult
  • 3 hours
  • Cruise of the Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Learn how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Tuesday to Sunday
  • Free transfer available from Hawkesbury River Train Station
Book now
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Visit our Broken Bay Pearl Farm where you can cruise on the stunning lower Hawkesbury River.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise during the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
During a Shell to Showroom Tour, a tour guide holds their palm open, with loose Australian South Sea keshi pearls sitting on top of her hand. A guest reaches into the palm of their hand, taking one Keshi pearl to inspect during a Pearl Grading Class. Beneath their hands is a tray with both South Sea pearls and Akoya pearls grown at our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farms respectively.
A tour guide holds an Australian Akoya pearl grown at Broken Bay Pearl Farm during a Pearl Grading Class at the Shellar Door. The couple sitting in front of her are smiling and listening intently, with a tray of loose pearls from both Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farm in front of them.
An assortment of Australian pearls, grown at both our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farm, sit of a tray ready to be inspected during a Pearl grading experience available at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
A tour guide holds an Australian Akoya pearl grown at Broken Bay Pearl Farm during a Pearl Grading Class at the Shellar Door. The couple sitting in front of her are smiling and listening intently, with a tray of loose pearls from both Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farm in front of them.
An assortment of Australian pearls, grown at both our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farm, sit of a tray ready to be inspected during a Pearl Grading experience available at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him during a Farm to Plate Tour. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Experience.
Three freshly shucked Sydney Rock oysters sit on a plate, ready to be consumed during an Oyster Tasting tour at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Tour.
Our friendly guide standing in front of our Broken Bay pearl farm bus for any bus transfers to and from our Shellar Door.
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OYSTER & PEARL LOVERS TOUR

Visit our Broken Bay Pearl Farm where you can cruise on the stunning lower Hawkesbury River.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise during the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
During a Shell to Showroom Tour, a tour guide holds their palm open, with loose Australian South Sea keshi pearls sitting on top of her hand. A guest reaches into the palm of their hand, taking one Keshi pearl to inspect during a Pearl Grading Class. Beneath their hands is a tray with both South Sea pearls and Akoya pearls grown at our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farms respectively.
A tour guide holds an Australian Akoya pearl grown at Broken Bay Pearl Farm during a Pearl Grading Class at the Shellar Door. The couple sitting in front of her are smiling and listening intently, with a tray of loose pearls from both Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farm in front of them.
An assortment of our pearls, grown at both our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farm, sit of a tray ready to be inspected during a Pearl grading experience available at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
A tour guide holds an Australian Akoya pearl grown at Broken Bay Pearl Farm during a Pearl Grading Class at the Shellar Door. The couple sitting in front of her are smiling and listening intently, with a tray of loose pearls from both Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay Pearl Farm in front of them.
An assortment of Australian pearls, grown at both our Cygnet Bay and Broken Bay pearl farm, sit of a tray ready to be inspected during a Pearl Grading experience available at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
Three freshly shucked Sydney Rock oysters sit on a plate, ready to be consumed during an Oyster Tasting tour at Broken Bay Pearl Farm.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him during a Farm to Plate Tour. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Experience.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Tour.
Our friendly guide standing in front of our Broken Bay pearl farm bus for any bus transfers to and from our Shellar Door.

Explore the hidden gem of Broken Bay Pearl Farm with our immersive half-day experience. Our knowledgeable guides will introduce you to the secrets of New South Wales’ only pearl farm, showcasing the renowned Australian Akoya pearl and sharing the pioneering family story behind our operation.

Embark on a scenic cruise along the mighty Hawkesbury River, where you’ll visit an oyster lease and gain insight into the art of farming pearl and rock oysters. Learn how this pristine environment contributes to the cultivation of premium seafood and pearls, and discover the environmental benefits oysters provide.

Step into our exclusive pearl grading room to understand what makes Australian pearls exceptionally rare and valuable. Conclude your experience with a guided oyster tasting and a shucking demonstration, savoring the unique flavors of our local oysters and supporting local farmers.

  • from $130 / adult
  • 3 hours
  • Cruise of the Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Discover how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
  • Suitable for all ages
  • Tuesday to Sunday
  • Free transfer available from Hawkesbury River Train Station
Book now
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A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise during the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Experience.
A rare blend of storytelling, history and

PEARL FARMING UP CLOSE

Glide into the perfect setting for a story of ocean-born treasures, sustainable farming, rare delicacies, and the threads that bind them together with our Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. On this three-hour immersive experience, cruise the breathtaking Lower Hawkesbury River to visit our working oyster and pearl leases. Here, our passionate pearl farmers reveal the secrets of pearl farming in one of Australia’s most pristine marine environments while sharing the legacy of the pioneering families who started it all. 

Step into our exclusive Pearl Grading Room to witness a live pearl harvest, learn the fine art of pearl grading, and uncover the rich history of Australian pearling. Finish with a guided tasting of freshly shucked local oysters, you’ll discover why this pristine environment contributes to the cultivation of premium seafood and pearls, and the environmental benefits oysters provide. A rare blend of storytelling, craftsmanship and coastal luxury.

Book Oyster & Pearl Lovers
Organic lines in cream colour
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise during the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Experience.
A rare blend of storytelling, history and

PEARL FARMING UP CLOSE

Glide into the perfect setting for a story of ocean-born treasures, sustainable farming, rare delicacies, and the threads that bind them together with our Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. On this three-hour immersive experience, cruise the breathtaking Lower Hawkesbury River to visit our working oyster and pearl leases. Here, our passionate pearl farmers reveal the secrets of pearl farming in one of Australia’s most pristine marine environments while sharing the legacy of the pioneering families who started it all. 

Step into our exclusive Pearl Grading Room to witness a live pearl harvest, learn the fine art of pearl grading, and uncover the rich history of Australian pearling. Finish with a guided tasting of freshly shucked local oysters, you’ll discover why this pristine environment contributes to the cultivation of premium seafood and pearls, and the environmental benefits oysters provide. A rare blend of storytelling, craftsmanship and coastal luxury.

Book Oyster & Pearl Lovers
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COMBINED TOURS

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A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.

Shell to Showroom

from $100 / adult

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Learn about this tour
  • 2 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Discover how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Tour.

Farm to Plate

from $90 / adult

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Learn about this tour
  • 1.5 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.

Oyster & Pearl Lovers

from $135 / adult

Book now
Learn about this tour
  • 3 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Learn how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
A group of guests sit outside of the Shellar Door, enjoying a grazing lunch including local rock oysters, grapes, cold meats, and bread while overlooking Spectacle Island.

Grazing Lunch & Oysters

from $60 / adult

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Learn more
  • 1 hour
  • Gourmet grazing lunch
  • Freshly shucked oysters
  • Scenic riverside view
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.

Shell to Showroom

from $100 / adult

Book now
Learn about this tour
  • 2 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Discover how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
A tour guide stands at the head of the table, with guests standing and smiling around him. They all stand around a wooden table in the Shellar Door, in front of them are trays of Australian Rock oysters and Akoya oysters ready to be tasted during an Oyster Tasting Tour.

Farm to Plate

from $90 / adult

Book now
Learn about this tour
  • 1.5 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
A tour boat takes guests out onto the Hawkesbury River on a Farm Cruise. They cruise the calm waters of the river, and take in the view of Spectacle Island.

Oyster & Pearl Lovers

from $135 / adult

Book now
Learn about this tour
  • 3 hours
  • Cruise of Hawkesbury River
  • Visit our pearl oyster lease
  • Learn how we farm Akoya pearls
  • Immersive pearl grading
  • History of pearling in Australia
  • Taste the oysters of NSW
  • Oyster shucking demonstration
A group of guests sit outside of the Shellar Door, enjoying a grazing lunch including local rock oysters, grapes, cold meats, and bread while overlooking Spectacle Island.

Grazing Lunch & Oysters

from $60 / adult

Book now
Learn more
  • 1 hour
  • Gourmet grazing lunch
  • Freshly shucked oysters
  • Scenic riverside view

OYSTER & PEARL LOVERS TOUR FAQS

The Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour is a 3 hour immersive experience, where guests are invited on a cruise of the Hawkesbury River, visiting our pearl oyster leases and our guides explain how we farm Akoya pearls. They will then be part of a pearl grading class, learning all about how we grade our precious gems and the history behind pearling in Australia. To finish, guests then have the opportunity to tase the delicious oysters of New South wales and watch an oyster shucking demonstration. 

You will be on the water for approximately one hour. All other parts of the experience are land based and undercover.

 

Yes, the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by a guardian.

We ask you to please arrive 15 minutes before your tour to check in and use bathroom facilities.

 

While we do have a canopy on our Farm Cruise vessel, the sides are open to elements including sea spray. We recommend bringing sun, wind and rain protection as well as a water bottle and camera to capture the incredible sights on your tour!

Your guided oyster tasting includes 3 oysters per person. Oyster type and provenance is subject to availability. When oysters from local waterways are not available, oysters may be sourced from another oyster farm. Oysters can be purchased by the dozen separately from this tour, and enjoyed at the Shellar Door or to takeaway subject on availability.

Yes, we offer a complimentary bus transfer from and to Hawkesbury River Station for the Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour. 

Our friendly team will pick you up in the pick up zone of the train station. Look out for a white Toyota HiAce minibus with our Broken Bay Pearl Farm logo.

Please be aware the bus does not have child safety or baby seats and is not wheelchair accessible.

Absolutely! Our Shellar Door has our stunning pearl jewellery that not only features our Broken Bay (NSW) grown Australian Akoya pearls set in beautiful designs but also Australian South Sea pearls from our sister farm in Cygnet Bay, Western Australia. To shop, visit the link.

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