Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour - Catch our Coach with Pre-Booked Lunch

Pre-booked lunch is served at the conclusion of the tour and includes a complimentary beverage (beer, wine or soft drink). There are three delicious and fresh lunch options to choose from for an additional $40 per person or $15 for children. Should you wish to add lunch on to your order, you will be asked to select your lunch option as you proceed through the booking process.

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!

The Tour Includes

1. Getting There Is Half The Fun

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. 

2. Pearl Oyster Nursery

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.

3. Cruise Willie Creek 

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.

4. Refreshments at Harvest Café

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.

5. Pearling Masterclass

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! 

6. Visit our Showroom

Visit our stunning jewellery showroom to learn how to care for pearl jewellery and have fun trying on our fabulous pearls. 

Need Assistance With Your Booking?

Contact our friendly tour bookings team on (08) 9192 0000 or tours@williecreekpearls.com.au for tour booking assistance. 

*Concession is valid for those holding a current seniors or carers card, you may be requested to present the card at the start of the tour.

Total tour duration including coach transfers is approx 5.5 hours (this includes 3.5 hours at Willie Creek Pearl Farm and allows for approximately 1 hour each way for pick up and drop off).