Willie Creek Pearls
Highlights
- Join the Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour to uncover the intricate process of pearl farming from shell to showroom.
- Explore Broome's rich pearling history on the Pearl Luggers Tour, revealing the cultural tapestry woven by the industry.
- Harvest your own pearl in Perth, creating a unique keepsake from the iconic Pinctada maxima oyster.
- Visit one of seven showrooms across Broome and Perth for expert insights into nature’s true gem, the pearl.
Willie Creek Pearls offers the complete pearl experience, from telling the story of history and pearling in Broome to educating thousands of visitors a year about modern-day Pearling, right through to commercial pearl farming and jewellery manufacture. They are passionate about every part of the unique story of the Pearl of Western Australia, from shell to showroom. They are dedicated to delivering unique and memorable tourism, retail and hospitality experiences to all of their visitors.
After its humble beginnings in Broome and over 30 years of operation, Willie Creek Pearls proudly remains a family-owned and operated business.
You can find Willie Creek Pearls Showrooms at seven locations across Broome and Perth, where their expert staff await to offer you a warm welcome and share their fascinating knowledge on nature’s true gem, the pearl! They invite you to join them on one of their many unique pearl experiences, including their famous Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour, a journey back in time at Pearl Luggers or even to harvest your very own pearl in Perth at Elizabeth Quay.
They look forward to taking you on a journey of pearl discovery.
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Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour
Join 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 38 kilometres north of Broome, discover the journey of the Australian South Sea Pearl among the magnificent Kimberley landscape. This is a must-do experience for anyone visiting Broome!
Pearl Luggers Tour
It is often said that Broome’s pearling industry is as rich in culture as it is in pearls. Join them as they reveal the impact pearling has had upon Northern Australia and how the melting pot of cultures enticed by the lure of the pearl influenced Broome.
Be captivated by 150 years of history as you see how the unique maritime and pearling history unfolded amongst the mangroves on the foreshore of Dampier Creek. See, touch and hold some of their most valuable and rare pearling, diving and mother-of-pearl artefacts while travelling back in time to an era of courageous men who lived a life of danger, fortune and adventure both on and under the water.
It is located right in the heart of Chinatown and features a fully-rigged and restored pearl lugger surrounded by a replica inter-tidal jetty and tenders store. This one-and-a-half-hour tour 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’!
Enjoy a complimentary taste of the rare and expensive delicacy and subtle-flavoured pearl meat from the deep when you join a Pearl Luggers tour in Broome.
Group Live Pearl Harvest – Perth
Discover the journey of our pearls, from shell to showroom, and enjoy a fascinating insight into the world of modern pearl farming from the heart of Perth in Elizabeth Quay.
Experience the wonders of Willie Creek Pearl Farm while overlooking the magnificent Swan River and learn how and why the most valuable pearls in the world are grown in Western Australia. Enjoy the unforgettable once-in-a-lifetime experience of harvesting a pearl directly from its oyster.
This is the perfect experience for social, tour or school groups.
Harvest Your Own Pearl – Perth
Enjoy the truly unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience of harvesting your own Australian South Sea Pearl straight from a Pinctada maxima oyster. The pearls are produced at our Willie Creek Pearl Farm in Broome and brought to Perth for this exclusive experience.
The value of the pearl inside remains unknown until the breathtaking moment the oyster is opened and if the pearl is valued between AUD500 and AUD3,000, it is yours to keep!* The Harvest Your Own Pearl experience is the perfect way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion.
As you and your guest are treated to Margaret River sparkling wine and the rare delicacy of pearl meat, you’ll discover why the finest pearls in the world grow in Western Australia. You’ll be taken on a journey of discovery from the history of pearling to the intricate practices of modern-day cultured pearl farming.
After the pearl has been harvested, you’ll be taken through the grading process and allowed to have your pearl made into a stunning piece of jewellery.
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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EcoStar Accreditation
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Charter Vessel Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- WA – Destination Perth