Sydney Seaplanes and Broken Bay Pearl Farm have partnered to deliver a truly one of-a-kind experience, right on Sydney’s doorstep.
Take to the skies from iconic Sydney Harbour aboard a Sydney Seaplane, soaring over glittering coastlines, secluded beaches, and the winding waterways of the Hawksbury. Touch down on the river at Broken Bay Pearl Farm – NSW’s only pearl and oyster farm – for the exclusive Shell to Showroom experience. This rare, behind-the-scenes journey unveils the story of the Australian Akoya pearl, from nurturing in pristine waters to the meticulous grading and selection that define each gem’s unique beauty and value.
Savour a gourmet lunch of freshly shucked local oysters and a grazing platter, paired with fine wine, while overlooking the sparkling waters that nurture them. Your journey concludes with a return to Sydney – either by seaplane, soaring past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge before touching down at Rose Bay, or luxury car transfer, direct to your Sydney city hotel.
A seamless fusion of luxury travel, riverfront dining, and natural beauty – designed for those who seek the very best. Where breath-taking horizons meet the ocean’s rarest treasures.
What’s Included:
- Choose one way at 10:30am or return seaplanes flight departing at 11:30am
- Exclusive small group tour
- Discover the Secrets of Pearling from the first pearlers and pioneers through to modern farming practices, onto pearl grading through too becoming an heirloom jewellery piece
- Live Australian Akoya pearl reveal
- Scenic Farm Cruise of Lower Hawksbury River to oyster lease
- Bespoke personalised riverside lunch includes grazing platter of cured meats and cheese with freshly shucked local oysters paired with wine
- Experience Investment: $949 per person
- Small group experience, minimum 2 guests – maximum 10 guests
Shellar Door Experiences
Farm to Plate
Embark on a scenic cruise along the stunning Hawkesbury River to an oyster lease, where you’ll discover the vital role oysters play in maintaining a healthy ecosystem and sustainable oyster farming practices. Learn about the deep connection between these oysters, the local community, and the environment. Return to the Shellar Door for a guided oyster tasting and shucking demonstration. Discover the oysters of New South Wales, their distinct qualities and the environment that shapes their flavours.
Duration: 1.5 hours
Availability: Tue-Sun 10:30am & 2pm
Pax: min 4, max 12
Adult: $93
Child: $73
Oyster & Pearl Lovers
Immerse yourself in the story of Australian Akoya pearl, the hidden gem of New South Wales. Enter the pearl grading room where your guide will reveal the secrets of cultured pearling, from seeding to harvest through to finished jewellery piece. Enjoy a scenic cruise along the beautiful Hawkesbury River to an oyster lease, where you’ll learn about the vital role oysters play in supporting a healthy ecosystem and sustainable farming practices. Discover the deep connection between oysters, the local community, and the environment, and gain insight into the value of this rare heirloom gem. Return to the Shellar Door for a guided oyster tasting and shucking demonstration. Discover the oysters of New South Wales, their distinct qualities and the environment that shapes their flavours.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Availability: Tue-Sun 9:30am & 1pm
Pax: min 4, max 12
Adult: $139
Child: $112
How to get to Shellar Door
Drive
One hour north of Sydney. Parking available at Shellar Door and Mooney Mooney Club.
Train
Closest train station to Shellar Door is Hawkesbury River Station with the trains only stopping every hour.
Seaplane
Sydney Seaplanes have scheduled flights and two option of private flights.
- Exclusive shell to showroom experience
- Small FIT tour
- Riverside grazing lunch and fresh oysters
- Pax: from 2 guests
- Total duration: 4 hours
- Departures: Rose Bay
- Availability: Wednesday to Sunday
- $949 per person
Private Boat
Contact Broken Bay Pearls if you would like to arrive on your own private or hired vessel.
Luxury Transfer
The Shellar Door is approximately one hour by road and 30 minutes by air from Sydney. Either way you travel, you will be spoilt with spectacular views of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and the waters of Broken Bay. Broken Bay Pearl’s have partnered with Sydney-based luxury transport providers to offer Sydney’s most unique day out to New South Wales’ only pearl farm.