Pearl Farm Harvest Tour

From sea-to-shine: experience a live pearl harvest and learn how to spot nature’s hidden sparkle.

Venture two-and-a-half hours north of Broome to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm, Australia’s oldest working pearl farm, set on the wild Kimberley coast beside King Sound. Guided by knowledgeable hosts of Bardi Jawi Country, this immersive 1-hour tour offers an insider glimpse into sustainable pearling and timeless coastal culture.

Families begin with a respectful Land Acknowledgment, learning about the Bardi Jawi people and the original name of this coastal landscape. You’ll explore how Broome became a pearling capital, hear the fascinating story of the Brown family's legacy, and watch a live oyster harvest before your eyes. The tour finishes with a hands-on pearl grading session—you’ll learn to distinguish nacre quality, luster and shape. Come away feeling like a junior pearl connoisseur.

This is more than a farm tour—it’s a blend of hands-on wonder, Indigenous culture and marine magic. Kids and grown-ups alike love engaging with real pearls, meeting the people behind the industry, and understanding how deep respect for Country guides sustainable pearl craft. Whether you’re curious about gemstones or local stories, this experience unearths beauty above and below the surface.

What’s Included

• Guided 1-hour Pearl Harvest Tour led by expert local guides

• Land Acknowledgment and Bardi Jawi cultural introduction

• Live oyster opening and pearl harvest demonstration

• Structured Pearl Appreciation session – tools provided

• Access to Snap-worthy waterfront views, showroom and gift shop

• Infants under 2 go free (must be accompanied by adult)

• Not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible (rough terrain)

🌟 Want to bring home more than a shell? Book your Pearl Harvest Discovery today and add a real gem of nature and story to your family holiday! Space is limited—tour operates daily (Apr–Nov) or Wed–Sun in wet season.