12 Kowan Road
Mooney Mooney NSW 2083
This pearl farm experience is for those looking for the ultimate indulgence in a unique tour that will see you immersed in everything pearls. This experience begins at their Shellar door – a revamped Oyster Shed in Mooney Mooney, alongside the Lower Hawkesbury River, where you can experience an authentic pearl farm. Board their Oyster Punt ‘Rose’ to meet the pearling team who reveal the intricacies of pearl farming and how they grow these locally grown pearls. Once back on land, you'll enjoy a grazing platter and local oysters while enjoying the view of Spectacle Island. You’re then invited to join them in the grading room where they'll share with you a range of pearls from the farm harvest. Here you'll learn how pearls are graded by the seven virtues that underpin the value of these farm-direct Pearls of Australia and you'll get to choose a premium Akoya pearl to take home as the perfect souvenir of your day. This is truly a day to remember.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and our very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster. They demonstrate the technique of shucking around the harvest table so you can enjoy oysters fresh from the shell at home.
Embark on an extraordinary adventure learning about the rare locally grown, Australian Akoya Pearl. Meet the highly experienced pearling team from Broken Bay Pearl Farm, who reveal intricate details of Australian pearl farming in a fascinating hands-on experience.
Explore the hidden gem of Broken Bay Pearl Farm with our immersive half-day experience. The 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 the 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 the local oysters and supporting local farmers.
Sydney Seaplanes and Broken Bay Pearl Farm have partnered to deliver a truly one of-a-kind experience, right on Sydney's doorstep. Take to the skies from iconic Sydney Harbour aboard a Sydney Seaplane, soaring over glittering coastlines, secluded beaches, and the winding waterways of the Hawkesbury. Touch down on the river at Broken Bay Pearl Farm — NSW's only pearl and oyster farm — for the exclusive Shell to Showroom experience. This rare, behind-the-scenes journey unveils the story of the Australian Akoya pearl, from nurturing oysters in pristine waters to the meticulous grading and selection that define each gem's unique beauty and value. Savour a gourmet lunch of freshly shucked local oysters and a grazing platter, paired with wine, while overlooking the sparkling waters that nurture them. Your journey concludes with a return to Sydney — either by seaplane, soaring past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge before touching down at Rose Bay, or luxury car transfer, direct to your Sydney city hotel. A seamless fusion of luxury travel, riverfront dining, and natural beauty — designed for those who seek the very best. Where breathtaking horizons meet the ocean's rarest treasures.
Bring your friends and family and enjoy an exclusive private tour of the beautiful Hawkesbury River and Broken Bay Pearl Farm. This cruise is ideal for 4-12 people based for the duration on the iconic flat-bottomed oyster boats, meandering along the mighty river and stopping to take in the best sights the area has to offer.
Discover the individual characteristics of the local Sydney Rock Oyster, the creamy Pacific Oyster and the very own seafood treasure, the Akoya pearl oyster, in a guided tasting. They demonstrate the technique of shucking around the harvest table so you can enjoy oysters fresh from the shell at home. Cruise the scenic waters of the Hawkesbury River out 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.
Enjoy a lunch reservation at Woy Woy Fishermen's Wharf. Their stunning Market Restaurant with waterfront mangrove views is a favourite local seafood dining experience. After lunch, you will be picked up again by a pearl farmer to uncover the work behind producing the finest quality Australian Akoya pearls. Cruise past the original pearling shed, and visit a pearl oyster lease all on your return journey to Killcare.