our shellar door
PEARLER'S PLATE
Enjoy a snack plate of Australian cheese, dried fruit, olives & nuts while browsing our jewellery, or before or after your tour.
- from $55 / adult
- Land based
- Gourmet grazing snack
- Scenic riverside view
- Oysters not included, but can be purchased fresh from our Shellar Door
- Ages 16+
our shellar door
PEARLER'S PLATE
Enjoy a snack plate of Australian cheese, dried fruit, olives & nuts while browsing our jewellery, or before or after your tour.
- from $55 / adult
- Land based
- Gourmet grazing snack
- Scenic riverside view
- Oysters not included, but can be purchased fresh from our Shellar Door
- Ages 16+
- Tuesday to Saturday
HOW TO EXPERIENCE our grazing lunch
our combined tours
Shell to Showroom
from $103 / adult
- 2 hours
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Discover how we farm Akoya pearls
- Immersive pearl grading
- History of pearling in Australia
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Explore our hidden gem with our immersive two-hour 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.
At our Broken Bay Pearl Farm, embark on a scenic cruise along the Lower 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.
Farm to Plate
from $93 / adult
- 1.5 hours
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Visit our pearl oyster lease
- Taste the oysters of NSW
- Oyster shucking demonstration
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and our very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster in a guided tasting. We demonstrate the technique of shucking around the harvest table so you can enjoy oysters fresh from the shell at home.
Starting at our Broken Bay Pearl Farm, cruise the scenic waters of the lower Hawkesbury River out to our saltwater paddocks. Take in the beauty of the river and discover why this environment is ideal for growing oysters of all varieties and, in turn, how oysters give back to people and place.
Oyster & Pearl Lovers
from $139 / adult
- 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
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Explore our hidden gem, 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 lower 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 flavours of our local oysters and supporting local farmers.
Shell to Showroom
from $103 / adult
- 2 hours
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Discover how we farm Akoya pearls
- Immersive pearl grading
- History of pearling in Australia
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Explore our hidden gem with our immersive two-hour 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.
At our Broken Bay Pearl Farm, embark on a scenic cruise along the Lower 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.
Farm to Plate
from $93 / adult
- 1.5 hours
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Visit our pearl oyster lease
- Taste the oysters of NSW
- Oyster shucking demonstration
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and our very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster in a guided tasting. We demonstrate the technique of shucking around the harvest table so you can enjoy oysters fresh from the shell at home.
Starting at our Broken Bay Pearl Farm, cruise the scenic waters of the lower Hawkesbury River out to our saltwater paddocks. Take in the beauty of the river and discover why this environment is ideal for growing oysters of all varieties and, in turn, how oysters give back to people and place.
Oyster & Pearl Lovers
from $139 / adult
- 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
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Explore our hidden gem, 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 lower 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 flavours of our local oysters and supporting local farmers.
all our
SHELLAR DOOR TOURS
Oyster Tasting
from $36 / adult
- 30 minutes
- Taste the oysters of NSW
- Oyster shucking demonstration
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and our very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster through this guided tasting and shucking demonstration – only 45 minutes north of Sydney!
Farm Cruise
from $57 / adult
- 1 hour
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Visit our pearl oyster lease
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Cruise the scenic waters of the Hawkesbury River to our saltwater paddocks. Take in the beauty of the Hawkesbury River and discover why this environment is ideal for growing oysters of all varieties and, in turn, how oysters give back to people and place. Your farm skipper shares the farming lifecycle from oyster spawning through to selection for seafood or pearl production.
Secrets of Pearling
from $46 / adult
- 1 hour
- How we farm Akoya pearls
- History of pearling in Australia
- Immersive pearl grading
- Learn about pearl virtues
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Immerse yourself in the story of the Australian Pearl and discover the hidden gem of New South Wales – the Australian Akoya pearl. Your guide will share the secrets of pearl cultivation from seeding through to pearl harvest. Just 45 minutes north of Sydney CBD, visit us to learn the secrets of pearling.
Oyster Tasting
from $36 / adult
- 30 minutes
- Taste the oysters of NSW
- Oyster shucking demonstration
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and our very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster through this guided tasting and shucking demonstration – only 45 minutes north of Sydney!
Farm Cruise
from $57 / adult
- 1 hour
- Cruise of Hawkesbury River
- Visit our pearl oyster lease
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Cruise the scenic waters of the Hawkesbury River to our saltwater paddocks. Take in the beauty of the Hawkesbury River and discover why this environment is ideal for growing oysters of all varieties and, in turn, how oysters give back to people and place. Your farm skipper shares the farming lifecycle from oyster spawning through to selection for seafood or pearl production.
Secrets of Pearling
from $46 / adult
- 1 hour
- How we farm Akoya pearls
- History of pearling in Australia
- Immersive pearl grading
- Learn about pearl virtues
- This experience is Eco Certified, recognising our commitment to sustainable, nature-based tourism.
Immerse yourself in the story of the Australian Pearl and discover the hidden gem of New South Wales – the Australian Akoya pearl. Your guide will share the secrets of pearl cultivation from seeding through to pearl harvest. Just 45 minutes north of Sydney CBD, visit us to learn the secrets of pearling.
PEARLER'S PLATE FAQS
The Pearler’s Plate features a curated snack spread of Australian cheeses, dried fruit, olives and nuts. Please note oysters are not included, but can be purchased fresh and shucked at our Shellar Door to add to your plate.
The Pearler’s Plate is designed for guests aged 16 and over.
The Pearler’s Plate is available Tuesday to Saturday. We recommend contacting us if you have questions about specific times, as these may vary by season.
Yes, we recommend booking in advance, particularly on weekends and during peak periods. You can book online or contact our team directly.
Absolutely — the Pearler’s Plate pairs well with any of our Shellar Door tours, including the Shell to Showroom, Farm to Plate, and Oyster & Pearl Lovers tours. Enjoy it before or after your visit to round out your day.
Oysters aren’t included, but they’re available to purchase separately, fresh and shucked, at our Shellar Door. We grow four species, Sydney Rock, Pacific Rock, Angasi and Akoya oysters, all sustainably farmed right here at Broken Bay in NSW.
Absolutely — it’s what the Pearler’s Plate is designed around. Our Shellar Door features pearl jewellery set with our Broken Bay-grown Australian Akoya pearls, as well as Australian South Sea pearls from our sister farm in Cygnet Bay, Western Australia.
Yes, a return bus transfer to and from Hawkesbury River Train Station is available for the Pearler’s Plate, but it’s a bus transfer that must be booked in advance, it can’t be arranged on the day. Once booked, we’ll collect you from the station 20 minutes before your scheduled time, so please make sure you arrive with enough time to catch your pickup, as it’s your responsibility to be there on time.
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