About this tour
Spend four hours tracing Broome's pearling heritage with a guide who knows the stories locals live by. You'll watch the pearl harvest at Cygnet Bay, sample fresh pearl meat, browse the Black Stump Gallery's art, and finish with sunset drinks at Cable Beach. Transport, lunch at Mr Saigon, and beverages throughout are all sorted.
Highlights
- Watch live pearl harvesting at Cygnet Bay's working operation
- Taste fresh pearl meat straight from the oyster
- Browse contemporary Indigenous and local art at Black Stump Gallery
- Sunset with a drink at Pole Position, Cable Beach House
- Lunch and drinks included throughout the afternoon
- Small group format with guides rooted in Broome's history
What to expect
Your guide picks you up and drives you out to Cygnet Bay, where you'll stand on the jetty watching divers and crews work an actual pearl harvest. It's tactile and real—not a performance. You'll taste the meat while it's still fresh, which most visitors find surprisingly buttery. The Black Stump Gallery is a quiet gallery space with strong local voices on the walls. By late afternoon you're at Cable Beach with a drink in hand, watching the Indian Ocean swallow the sun. The pace is relaxed; there's no rushing between stops.
Good to know
Four hours includes drive time to and from Cygnet Bay, which sits north of town. The tour runs in all weather. Wear comfortable shoes and sunscreen. Wheelchair-accessible throughout, and service animals welcome. Public transport options exist nearby if you prefer independent travel.
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