Shell to Showroom in Mooney Mooney New South Wales Australia

Follow the story of the Australian Pearl from its ancient Indigenous beginnings through our modern farming and grading techniques, all the way to the finished piece of unique pearl jewellery: Shell to Showroom. This complete experience includes Secrets of Pearling, Farm Cruise and Pearl Grading.


**Duration**
2 hours

**Inclusions**
- History of the Australian Pearl
- Extended boat cruise on the Hawkesbury River and to pearl oyster lease
- Farming lifecycle of baby pearl shell to cultured pearl production
- Exclusive access to pearl grading room
- Learn the 7 virtues that underpin the value of Pearls of Australia

**What to bring**
- Camera
- Full water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Windbreaker

Booking Notes

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour start time.

This complete experience is comprised of three separate tours.
1. Secrets of Pearling - 1 hour
2. Farm Cruise - 1 hour

Order of tours may vary on day.

**What to bring:**
- Hat & sunscreen
- Wind/rain jacket
- Footwear suitable for boats and unsealed surfaces (high heels not recommended)
- Drink bottle
- Camera

This tour requires minimum number of people to operate. If this minimum requirement is not met, you will be contacted to reschedule or receive full refund.

**Where to eat:**
- We sell fresh Sydney Rock Oysters by the dozen! Enjoy at Shellar Door or takeaway. Subject to availability and rivers being open for harvest.
- Mooney Mooney Club is open from 11am daily with lunch service starting at 11.30am. Bookings are essential. Call (02) 9985 9244 to reserve a table. [book here](https://mooneymooneyclub.com.au/coastal-dining/).
- Hawkesbury River Oyster Shed is open Thursday-Sunday, offering local oysters and a selection of fresh seafood to dine in or takeaway. Bookings recommended to dine in, [book here](https://hawkesburyriveroystershed.com/pages/reservations).
- Saddles at Mount White is open daily 8am - 5pm for breakfast and lunch. Call 02 4370 1152 to reserve a table [book here](https://www.saddlesmountwhite.com.au/menu).
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