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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
_
The journey to Willie Creek Pearl Farm is part of the experience. If you have
your own transport, you may opt to make your own way to Willie Creek Pearl
Farm. The journey includes travelling along un-sealed corrugated roads, so a
4WD is required.
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.
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 is approx 3 hours (Please allow for approximately 1 hour
of travel each way). Please allow an additional 30 minutes if adding on a pre-
booked lunch.
*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR DRIVE-YOURSELF VISITORS*
The road to Willie Creek Pearl Farm is unsealed and we recommend using only a
4WD as the road condition can vary at certain times of the year, and from day
to day, affecting the access to the Pearl Farm.
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide recovery services for you or your
vehicle should you become stranded on the roads to Willie Creek, you travel at
your own risk and we are not liable for any charges incurred by you in this
event.
If you are unfamiliar with the area please phone our bookings office ahead of
time on (08) 9192 0000 so we know when to expect you.
During the months of December through April, Broome experiences spectacular
wet season storms. During this time you may be required to use our alternative
blue track to access the Pearl Farm. Drive Yourself instructions and a map are
provided upon booking via your confirmation email.
*IMPORTANT DRIVE YOURSELF INFORMATION - FOR WILLIE CREEK PEARL FARM TOUR
GUESTS *
Please scroll down until you see Download Attachment which is our Map
with instructions for the drive out to the Pearl Farm.
The road to Willie Creek Pearl Farm is unsealed and we recommend using only a
4WD as the road condition can vary at certain times of the year, and from day
to day, affecting the access to the Pearl Farm.
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide recovery services for you or your
vehicle should you become stranded on the roads to Willie Creek, you travel at
your own risk, and we are not liable for any charges incurred by you in this
event.
If you are unfamiliar with the area, please phone our bookings office ahead of
time on (08) 9192 0000 so we know when to expect you.
During the months of December through April, Broome experiences spectacular
wet season storms. During this time, you may be required to use our
alternative blue track to access the Pearl Farm.
Please refer to the Drive Yourself instructions and map by clicking on the
‘Download Attachment’ link in the additional information section of this
email.
Willie Creek Pearls
MYR 272.21