
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours
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4.8/5
Based on 164 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours worth booking?
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours is a 1-hour experience in Sydney, Australia, from $29 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 164 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (164)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney, this hidden gem is situated on the lower Hawkesbury River amongst spectacular scenery, abun
What you get
About this experience
Broken Bay Pearl Farm, the only pearl farm in NSW, is the best kept secret on the Central Coast! Just one hour north of Sydney, this hidden gem is situated on the lower Hawkesbury River amongst spectacular scenery, abundant marine wildlife and generations old oyster farms. Meet our friendly team who will guide you through how we grow and farm our pearls and oysters, and the process of how we grade these rare gems ready for pieces of beautiful jewellery.
What's included
Included
- Live commentary
- Local guide
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Not included
- Hotel pickup
- Hotel drop-off
What you'll see and do
All tour options start and finish at the Broken Bay Pearl Farm 'Shellar Door' on the banks of the lower Hawkesbury River.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sydney
Just off the M1. When heading towards Sydney from North, take the Hawkesbury River Rest Stop exit. When heading North, take the Mooney Mooney Brooklyn Exit. We are down the road from Mooney Mooney Workers Club and past the Hawkesbury Oyster Shed.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Just off the M1. When heading towards Sydney from North, take the Hawkesbury River Rest Stop exit. When heading North, take the Mooney Mooney Brooklyn Exit. We are down the road from Mooney Mooney Workers Club and past the Hawkesbury Oyster Shed.
Options you can book
Shell to Showroom
Shell to Showroom : Secrets of Pearling - Learn how we grow pearls Pearl Grading - Learn how to grade pearls Farm Tour - Hawkesbury River Tour
Farm Cruise
Duration: 1 hour: Follow the farm journey from oyster spawning through to selection for seafood or pearl production. Cruise the Hawkesbury River: Visit an oyster lease in Broken Bay Pearl Farm's saltwater paddocks.
Oyster and Pearl Lovers Tour
Oyster and Pearl Tour : Explore the hidden gem of Broken Bay Pearl Farm with our immersive half-day experience. Duration: 3 hours: Cruise the Hawkesbury River, visit oyster leases, learn about pearls then taste fresh shucked oysters.
Tour with local transfer
Tour with local transfer: Local transfer when booking Oyster and Pearl Lovers Tour. 9am pick up Hawkesbury River Train Station 1pm return Pickup included
Secrets of Pearling
Duration: 1 hour: Discover the secrets of pearl cultivation. Follow the farm journey of the Australian Akoya pearl from seeding to harvest. Landbased.
Oyster Tasting
Duration: 30 minutes Guided oyster tasting: Taste the oysters of New South Wales - Sydney Rock, Pacific and Akoya pearl oyster. Landbased Oyster shucking demonstration
Cruise plus Farm to Plate
Guided oyster tasting: Experience different oyster variants. Hawkesbury River is home to 4 oyster variants. Come try the rare Akoya with us. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Cruise the Hawkesbury River and visit the oyster leases. Hear about how we grow oysters then taste freshly shucked oysters. Cruise the Hawkesbury River
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Broken Bay Pearl Farm
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 164 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
164 verified traveler reviews for Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic
A little out of the way Great experience learning a bit more about pearl farming, pearl harvesting and oysters tasting. Very friendly staff. Shelly sent us to Chatswood as it was difficult to get an Uber back. Definitely worth visiting, though renting a car would be advisable.
Response from the operator: Thank you for visiting us! We’re so glad you enjoyed learning more about pearl farming, harvesting and, of course, tasting the oysters. Our riverside location is tucked away down the hill just a little, but that’s part of what makes discovering us and our experiences so special. We’d love to welcome you back, and if you’re travelling without a car, we offer transfers to and from Hawkesbury River Train Station, making it easy to visit us by train from Sydney. Thanks for making the trip and for sharing your experience!
via Tripadvisor
Just do it! It’s great!
Fantastic day out. Learned so much and the oysters were delicious
Response from the operator: We’re so glad you had a fantastic day with us and learned plenty along the way. Thanks for visiting and for sharing your experience!
via Tripadvisor
A nice day trip from Sydney for oyster and pearl enthusiasts
This was a nice day trip from Sydney. It was easy to get to the meeting point via train from Sydney Central Station and the driver met us promptly. We learned a lot from the tour. We also liked the interactive nature of the tour. We went out on a boat to see the oyster beds. We saw an oyster being opened with a pearl inside. We saw a demonstration on how to shuck an oyster and got the opportunity to do it ourselves. The oysters in the tasting were delicious. On top of all that, we got to shop for jewelry.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much, Suzanne! It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed your day trip from Sydney and the whole experience, from heading out on the Hawkesbury River to seeing a pearl revealed and having a go at shucking your own oyster. We love making our tours interactive and sharing our passion for oysters and pearls with our guests. Thank you for visiting us and for taking the time to share your experience.
via Tripadvisor
Great gift idea
Fabulous experience. Guides were very passionate and informative. I learned a lot. Good fun too. I bought this tour as a gift my my friend's 50th Birthday as something a bit different
Response from the operator: Thank you for celebrating such a special birthday with us! We’re so glad you both had a fabulous time. We love that you chose the experience as something a little different to celebrate your friend’s 50th. Thanks for visiting and for sharing your experience with us!
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous Experience
What a beautiful way to spend a Sunday in Winter. As soon as we arrived we were welcomed very warmly by all the staff. We were very impressed with the smooth operation of the tour. It was the perfect amount of time with information sharing - loved the hands on experience and it was great that the young children were involved in choosing the oyster that we opened. The boat trip was so good and our guide had a great way of explaining information and she was genuinely concerned about our comfort as we headed back in strong winds. She had blankets & wind jackets at the ready. And we finished off with oyster tasting /- delicious and great to taste pearl meat. A special thank you to the team who were very helpful with our request for some “used” oyster shells - for our daughters hens day. They look fabulous. Thank you so much Broken Bay Pearl and Oyster Farm.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It means so much to our team to hear that you had such an enjoyable winter visit with us. We're delighted you felt warmly welcomed from the moment you arrived and great to hear our skipper kept everyone comfortable on the return journey despite the windy conditions. Having blankets and jackets on hand is all part of ensuring our guests have the best possible experience, whatever the weather. Our oyster tasting is always a highlight, especially the opportunity to sample a variety of oysters, including our delicious local pearl oyster. We're so pleased we could also help with the oyster shell name cards for your daughter's hens celebration. We'd love to see how they looked in the final setup! Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing to spend your Sunday with us. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Broken Bay Pearl Farm again soon.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $29 to $139
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 57
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sydney.
How much does Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours cost?
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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sydney usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sydney is not rushed.
Is Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 164 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sydney, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours?
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Around 57 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sydney can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sydney and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Broken Bay Pearl & Oyster Farm Tours start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sydney within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sydney?
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On Outty we rank every Sydney experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include WILD Wombat and Kangaroo Day Tour, All Inclusive, Depart Syd: Blue Mountains Best All Inclusive with Local Guide, Blue Mountain Small Group Tour All Inclusive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sydney?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sydney?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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