Harvest Your Own Pearl
PRIVATE EXPERIENCE ONLY | 1 - 2 GUESTS | 60 MINUTES
ELIZABETH QUAY, PERTH WA
Enjoy a 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 $500 AUD and $3,000 AUD, it is yours to keep!* The Harvest Your Own Pearl experience is the perfect way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion.
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Please note this experience is conducted in an intimate setting, designed for 1-2 guests. On occasion we are able to accommodate an additional 1-2 guests. If you would like additional guests to attend, please email tours@williecreekpearls.com.au ahead of your experience to book. Please note a fee will be applicable for additional guests.
The Harvest Your Own Pearl Experience Includes
Guests get a behind-the-scenes look into the process of modern pearl farming as they view a Pinctada maxima oyster brought directly from Willie Creek Pearl Farm in Broome for this exclusive group experience. Discover how the anatomy of this fascinating creature combines with the natural elements of the Kimberley landscape to create a stunning natural gem.
Guests get a behind-the-scenes look into the process of modern pearl farming as they view a Pinctada maxima oyster brought directly from Willie Creek Pearl Farm in Broome for this exclusive group experience. Discover how the anatomy of this fascinating creature combines with the natural elements of the Kimberley landscape to create a stunning natural gem.
Experience the breathtaking moment as you harvest your very own pearl, straight from its oyster. The value of the pearl inside remains unknown until the moment the oyster is opened. If the pearl is valued between $500 and $3,000 AUD, it is yours to keep*, or to exchange for a gift card of equal value to put towards jewellery and retail products in our showrooms. If it the pearl is valued at under $500 then you receive a $500 AUD jewellery gift card. If the pearl is worth over $3,000 AUD, you will receive a $3,000 AUD jewellery gift card.
*TERMS & CONDITIONSREAD LESSExperience the breathtaking moment as you harvest your very own pearl, straight from its oyster. The value of the pearl inside remains unknown until the moment the oyster is opened. If the pearl is valued between $500 and $3,000 AUD, it is yours to keep*, or to exchange for a gift card of equal value to put towards jewellery and retail products in our showrooms. If it the pearl is valued at under $500 then you receive a $500 AUD jewellery gift card. If the pearl is worth over $3,000 AUD, you will receive a $3,000 AUD jewellery gift card.
*TERMS & CONDITIONSREAD LESS
After the pearl has been harvested, you will be taken through the grading process and explore the five key virtues that influence its value. These virtues and how we use them to evaluate pearls will be explained.
After the pearl has been harvested, you will be taken through the grading process and explore the five key virtues that influence its value. These virtues and how we use them to evaluate pearls will be explained.
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 and a glass of Margaret River sparkling wine.
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 and a glass of Margaret River sparkling wine.
Marvel our stunning range of pearl jewellery, featuring our sustainably produced Australian South Sea Pearls, as well as many different types of pearls sourced from all over the world. You will also have the opportunity to turn the pearl you harvested into a stunning piece of jewellery.
Marvel our stunning range of pearl jewellery, featuring our sustainably produced Australian South Sea Pearls, as well as many different types of pearls sourced from all over the world. You will also have the opportunity to turn the pearl you harvested into a stunning piece of jewellery.
Harvest Your Own Pearl
Harvest your own Australian South Sea Pearl from a Pinctada maxima oyster. The value of the pearl inside remains unknown and if the pearl is valued between $500 and $3,000, it is yours to keep!*
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CONTACT OUR FRIENDLY TOURS TEAMFrequently Asked Questions
Where do the oysters for this experience come from?
Oysters for this experience are transported from our Willie Creek Pearl Farm, located 38km north of Broome.
Can I bring additional guests along for the experience?
Our Harvest Your Own Pearl experience is conducted in an intimate setting, designed for 1-2 guests. On occasion we are able to accommodate an additional 1-2 guests. If you would like additional guests to attend, please email tours@williecreekpearls.com.au ahead of your experience to book. Please note a fee will be applicable for additional guests.
What if I don’t like the pearl I harvest?
If the pearl harvested is valued between $500 AUD and $3,000 AUD, you can exchange it for a jewellery gift card of equal value. If the pearl is valued at under $500 AUD, you can exchange it for a $500 AUD jewellery gift card. If the pearl is valued at over $3,000 AUD, you can exchange it for a $3,000 AUD jewellery gift card. For more information, please refer to our Terms & Conditions below.
How long does it take to get my harvested pearl turned into a piece of jewellery? Will it cost extra and how much?
You have the option of taking your loose pearl away in a cage pendant or having your pearl set on a jewellery mount in stock, costing the price of the mount only. We will endeavour to have the piece ready for you as soon as possible, however, can guarantee that it will be completed within three weeks.
Why is there a capped value on the harvested pearl?
The value of the pearl inside an oyster cannot be known until it is harvested, graded and valued. In order to offer this experience at an affordable rate and in a manner that is viable, we place a $3,000 pearl value cap on the $750 experience. Please see our Terms & Conditions below for more information
Is this experience a suitable gift to purchase for a loved one?
Yes, the signature Harvest Your Own Pearl experience is a unique and exciting gift that your loved one will remember for years to come. We offer this experience in a gift-wrapped box or in digital format for easy distribution.
This experience seems too good to be true. What is “the catch”?
As a commercial pearl farm operator, Willie Creek Pearls works hard to bring the full experience – from shell to showroom – to our customers. We pride ourselves on being able to offer this experience by bringing shell from our commercial pearl farm in Broome to the heart of Perth. In order to offer this experience in a manner that is viable, we place a $3,000 pearl value cap and Keshi pearl rule on the $750 experience. These details are outlined in our Terms & Conditions listed below. Those who do not wish to keep their harvested pearl can exchange it for a jewellery gift card per the amounts outlined above, so essentially, this experience offers little “risk” and is a great way for our customers to understand the full journey of the pearl. Take a look at our testimonials below for feedback from our previous Harvest Your Own Pearl participants.
Testimonials
Marion. - Trip Advisor
Absolutely incredible.
“I was given this experience as a gift, it was absolutely incredible, they explained the whole process and how intricate the work is. We enjoyed every moment and the surprise at the end was that you get to keep the pearl that you cultivate from your oyster, which makes the experience even more special.”
Kelly O. - Trip Advisor
A newfound appreciation for pearls.
“My son extracted the pearl from the oyster, it’s an experience we will both treasure! I have such a newfound appreciation for pearls now. Especially the one my son extracted, and I now have in the most stunning pendant setting!”
JMNSimon. - Trip Advisor
I can't recommend this experience enough.
“We spent our 30th wedding anniversary at Elizabeth Quay, what a fantastic, special experience to be able to harvest your very own WA pearl. The tasting of the pearl meat and canapes was an added bonus, and it was very exciting to open the oyster and find our pearl. I can't recommend this experience enough, the staff at Willie Creek Pearls made our day so special and memorable.”
Jo C. - Trip Advisor
One of the most special things I’ve done.
“I was gifted a private pearl harvesting experience for my 40th birthday and I have to say it was one of the most special things I’ve done. The suspense of waiting to see what your own unique pearl looks like is very special. I’m also proud to be an Australian knowing we are being environmentally mindful when pearl harvesting.”
Steveandjulie H. - Trip Advisor
Something we will remember for many more years to come.
“We did the experience as part of our pearl wedding anniversary celebrations; the experience is something we will remember for many more years to come. The bubbles and canapés were also fabulous.”
Cherylsoh. - Trip Advisor
The best souvenir.
“The Harvest Your Own Pearl experience is probably, if not, the best souvenir and memento when visiting Australia. My daughter treasures her pearl so much now.”
Harvest Your Own Pearl Terms & Conditions
The Terms and Conditions in place as part of the Harvest Your Own Pearl experience enables Willie Creek Pearls to offer this unique opportunity to the general public. Customers who partake in Willie Creek Pearls’ Harvest Your Own Pearl experience are bound by the Terms and Conditions outlined below.
As part of the Harvest Your Own Pearl experience, guests are given an opportunity to harvest their own Australian South Sea Pearl straight from a Pinctada maxima oyster. Due to the unpredictable nature of pearl farming, the value of the pearl cannot be known until the breathtaking moment when the oyster is opened.
Upon valuation of the pearl, customers are bound by the following conditions:
• If the pearl is valued between $500 and $3,000 AUD, it is yours to keep, or to exchange for a gift card of equal value, to put towards jewellery purchases in Willie Creek Pearls’ showrooms.
• If the pearl is valued at over $3,000 AUD, Willie Creek Pearls will retain the pearl and you will receive a $3,000 AUD jewellery gift card.
• If the pearl is valued at under $500 AUD or deemed not of merchantable quality, Willie Creek Pearls will retain the pearl and you will receive a $500 AUD jewellery gift card.
• If a Keshi pearl is harvested, Willie Creek Pearls will retain the pearl and you will receive a gift card per the conditions outlined above.
Willie Creek Pearls reserves the right to retain pearls harvested during the Harvest Your Own Pearl experience. There is a maximum of two attendees per oyster. The oyster harvested is pre-selected in Broome. This experience is not redeemable for cash.