It is often said that Broome’s pearling industry is as rich in culture as it
is in pearls. Join us as we reveal the impact pearling has had upon Northern
Australia and how the melting pot of cultures were enticed by the lure of the
pearl.

Pearl Luggers is located in the heart of Broome's Chinatown and will take you
through the modernising of the industry, introduce the ‘perfectly imperfect’
Keshi pearl and give meaning to the saying ‘Broome was built on Buttons’!

You'll also get to taste the subtle flavour of pearl meat from the Pinctada
maxima oyster, a true Broome delicacy, which is revered and sought after the
world over.

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1. Rare Broome Pearling Luggers

View two of the last surviving pearling luggers, the vessel synonymous with
Broome. Surrounded by a reconstructed tidal jetty, get a close look at the Sam
Male, named after a well-known Broome pioneer who died in 1976.

2. History of Pearling in Broome

Enjoy fascinating guided commentary and learn about the history of pearling in
Broome. Be transported back in time to an era of courageous men and women who
lived a life of danger, fortune and adventure both on and off the water.

3. Evolution of Pearling

Learn how diving techniques in the pearling industry have evolved from hard
hat diving to the drift diving methods used today. Understand the evolution of
the industry that once focused on the collection of Pinctada maxima oysters
for their mother of pearl shell to produce buttons, to the modern techniques
utilised to produce Australian South Sea Pearls today.

4. Rare Pearling Artifacts

See, touch and hold some of our most valuable and rare pearling, diving, and
mother of pearl artifacts on display at Pearl Luggers. Be amazed by the
incredible historic artifacts used by the men and women who build Broome's
pearling industry to what it is today.

5. Pearl Meat Tasting

A rare and expensive delicacy, pearl meat comes from the pearl producing
Pinctada maxima oyster used at Willie Creek Pearl Farm. Enjoy a
complimentary taste as part of your tour experience.

6. View Stunning Pearl Jewellery

Explore the stunning range of pearl jewellery featuring the Australian South
Sea Pearls produced at Willie Creek Pearl Farm.

7. Live Keshi Pearl Harvest

We are currently running a free Live Keshi Pearl Harvest at the conclusion of
each Pearl Luggers tour in Chinatown.

Open to all tour guests and the public at 11.30am daily, witness the
incredible moment an Australian Keshi pearl is harvested directly from a
Pinctada maxima oyster. This component takes approximately 30-minutes.

Keshi pearls are incredibly unique and known for their irregular shape and
beautiful lustre. They are priced by weight as opposed to size. We can't wait
to see you there!

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