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A person in a blue patterned dress and a hat examining a shell at a counter with another individual in a dark shirt. 1
A wooden tray with white pearls and a pair of wooden tweezers. 2
A group of people on a boat, with one person holding a large fish. 3
A white van with "BROKEN BAY PEARL FARM" and "PEARLS - JEWELLERY - TOURS - OYSTERS" on the side, parked by a lake. 4
A boat on calm turquoise water near a forested coastline. 5
By Broken Bay Oyster and Pearl Farm

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $95 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Cruise the Hawkesbury River to a pearl oyster lease
    • Become immersed in a hands-on pearl grading session
    • Discover the secrets of pearl farming
    • Taste different varieties of freshly shucked oysters from the Hawkesbury River
    • Visit NSW's only pearl and oyster farm

Activity location

    • Sydney
    • Sydney, Council of the City of Sydney, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Brooklyn NSW 2083, Australia | Meet at 10am at the Hawkesbury River Train Station If you are arriving by train, we suggest you take the 8.40am train from Central Station direction Newcastle. The train takes 1hr. Return will be just before 2pm back to the Hawkesbury River Train Station See here for train times: https://transportnsw.info/trip#/departures?depart=200060&type=platform&accessible=false&arrive=208310
    • Brooklyn, New South Wales, Australia

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Oyster & Pearl Lovers Tour - With Local Transfer

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Daily complimentary bus transfer from and to Hawkesbury River Station.
10am pick up
2pm return
Daily train departs from Central Station at 7.50am direction Newcastle.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$95.13 x 2 Adults$190.26
Total
Price is $190.26
Until Fri, Nov 13

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Discover the secrets of pearl and oyster farming
  • Inclusions
    Scenic cruise of lower Hawkesbury River
  • Inclusions
    Visit an oyster lease
  • Inclusions
    Enter restricted-access pearl grading room
  • Inclusions
    Learn the visible and invisible virtues of Australian pearls
  • Inclusions
    Guided oyster tasting
  • Inclusions
    Oyster shucking demonstration
  • Inclusions
    Local transfer available from the Hawkesbury River Station
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Exclusions
    Tips (optional)

What you can expect

  • 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.

Location

Activity location

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    • Sydney
    • Sydney, Council of the City of Sydney, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Brooklyn NSW 2083, Australia | Meet at 10am at the Hawkesbury River Train Station If you are arriving by train, we suggest you take the 8.40am train from Central Station direction Newcastle. The train takes 1hr. Return will be just before 2pm back to the Hawkesbury River Train Station See here for train times: https://transportnsw.info/trip#/departures?depart=200060&type=platform&accessible=false&arrive=208310
    • Brooklyn, New South Wales, Australia
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 12 Kowan Rd, Mooney Mooney NSW 2083, Australia | Meet at 12 Kowan Rd, Mooney Mooney NSW 2083 The Shellar Door located at Mooney Mooney is just a short way off the Pacific Motorway (M1) and just a short walk down the road from Mooney Mooney Workers Club.
    • Mooney Mooney, New South Wales, Australia