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Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour Catch Our Coach
Join us on a Willie Creek Pearl Farm tour and gain a unique insight into the fascinating process of modern pearl farming.
What to expect
Join us on the multi-award winning Willie Creek Pearl Farm tour and gain a unique insight into the fascinating process of modern pearl farming, from shell to showroom. See the inner workings of an operating commercial pearl farm and discover exactly what makes the perfect pearl. You will leave Willie Creek Pearl Farm as a pearling expert!
Located only 38kms north of Broome, join us and discover the journey of the Australian South Sea Pearl among the magnificent Kimberley landscape. This is a must-do experience for anyone visiting Broome!
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned coach
- Pearl Oyster Nursery
- Tour refreshments
- Willie Creek boat cruise
- Pearling Masterclass including harvest of a pearl
- Care of pearls presentation
- Showroom browsing time
Visit date
Select the date you'd like to visit to check ticket availability.
Itinerary
- The journey to Willie Creek Pearl Farm is part of the experience. Relax to views of the Kimberley as you enjoy return transport in one of our air-conditioned coaches from your Broome-based accommodation. Listen to guided commentary throughout your journey as you travel through Broome, spot wildlife and arrive at the stunning tidal estray of Willie Creek.
- Learn about the intricate process of collecting and spawning Pinctada maxima oysters for producing pearls and how our commercial pearling team cares for the oysters. Pearling technicians are highly skilled and perform the delicate operations of seeding and harvesting from the pearl oyster nursery at Willie Creek Pearl Farm.
- Cruise the calm azure waters and view live oysters suspended in their natural environment amongst the spectacular native flora and fauna. In the calm waters of Willie Creek, view an oyster long-line in action where we have a smaller quota of oysters on display to show visitors first-hand what takes place at our open water sea leases. Soak up the stunning scenery as you cruise the crystal-clear waters of Willie Creek alongside the mangrove-lined banks, keeping an eye out for amazing wildlife including barramundi, brolgas and our resident saltwater crocodiles.
- Take a moment to relax and enjoy the stunning views from Harvest Café as you enjoy tour refreshments, including the famous homemade family-recipe damper.
- Discover the journey of our Australian South Sea Pearls, from shell to showroom, in a fascinating masterclass that includes an exciting live pearl harvest presentation. Learn the complex anatomy of the Pinctada maxima oyster and how it forms nacre to create the world's finest pearls and how it differs from other pearls seen around the globe. See an oyster from Willie Creek Pearl Farm harvested to reveal the pearl two years in the making, with the value or quality of the pearl unknown until that very moment!
- Visit our stunning jewellery showroom to learn how to care for pearl jewellery and have fun trying on our fabulous pearls.
Extras
- Add Lunch at our on-site Harvest Cafe.
- Includes complimentary beverage (beer, wine or soft drink) at the completion of your tour.
- Available from April to October due to seasonality.
- You will be asked to select your menu options at the time of booking.
- Please advise if there are any allergies at the time of booking.
- Please contact the Operator to add on this extra.
Time
- Tours depart daily at 8.45am, 10.15am and 1pm
- Pick-ups from Broome commence 1 hour prior to Pearl Farm tour time
Duration
- Total tour duration including coach transfers is approx 5 hours (this includes 3 hours at Willie Creek Pearl Farm and allows for approximately 1 hour each way for pick up and drop off)
Location
- This tour is located at Willie Creek Pearl Farm, Waterbank WA 6725
Departure Location
- Departs from various Broome Locations - confirmed when booking
