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Catch a Crab Tour Family Pass

Catch a Crab Tour inc. all equipment for activities. Family comprises = 2 adults + 2 children (ages 3-12yrs) OR 2 adults +3 children (ages 3-12yrs)

• Duration: 150 Minutes (approx.)

Catch a Crab Tour + Seafood Plate Lunch

Catch a Crab Tour including seafood plate lunch, all equipment for activities

• Duration: 210 Minutes (approx.)

Catch a Crab Tour

Catch a Crab Tour only including all equipment for activities, no lunch included. (Direct lunch reservations may be pre-booked in The Oyster Shed if a la carte options are preferred)

Tour + Fish & Chip Lunch

Catch a Crab Tour including Fish, chips and salad lunch, morning tea and all equipment for activities

Catch a Crab Tour + Deluxe Seafood Platter Lunch

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Catch A Crab at Birds Bay Oyster Farm

11-17 Birds Bay Drive Tweed Heads West, New South Wales, 2485

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07 5599 9972

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Catch a Crab Tours offer the chance to experience the nature of the scenic Tweed River.

Catch a Crab is a must-do river cruise activity for visitors to the Gold Coast and the Tweed and offers both tour-only and meal packages. On each Catch a Crab tour, you’ll see for crab trapping demonstrations, the mud crabs are cooked fresh onboard the boat. You can also hand-feed friendly wild pelicans, pump for yabbies tide permitting and try your hand at fishing.

Visit their own working oyster farm lease where the Sydney Rock oyster is grown and shucked fresh daily. Learn how an oyster grows and travels from the farm to your plate!

At The Oyster Shed waterside cafe, the chef prepares fresh seafood dishes using only the best ingredients and the freshly shucked oysters.

For a tasty tour on the river, full of great experiences, adventures, and flavours, ensure that you include a Catch a Crab visit in your holiday plans!

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We wish to acknowledge the Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking people of the Bundjalung Country, in particular the Goodjinburra, Tul-gi-gin and Moorung – Moobah clans, as being the traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters within the Tweed Shire boundaries. We also acknowledge and respect the Tweed Aboriginal community’s right to speak for its Country and to care for its traditional Country in accordance with its lores, customs and traditions.

CATCH A CRAB TOUR

MULTI-AWARD WINNING... AN EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME

The original Tweed Gold Coast crabbing adventure tour. Fun, Food & Adventure for the whole family. Enjoy our multi-award winning tours providing an unforgettable Australian outdoor lifestyle experience. Enjoy pelican feeding, yabbie pumping & trapping for live crabs. Witness the entertaining, educational crab show and sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery.

Trapping live crabs!

Fishing on the mighty Tweed River

Hand feeding the friendly wild pelicans

Pumping for yabbies (tide and weather permitting)

Viewing the Tweed area’s working oyster farms + talk

(All equipment for activities is supplied)

2 to 2.5 hour boat cruise + 1 hour lunch option

ALL CATCH A CRAB TOUR TIMES ARE REPRESENTED IN QLD TIME.

Morning tours depart at 9.30am QLD time, (10.30am NSW time), Wednesday to Sunday. Subject to availability.

Please be aware you must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure for photo opportunities and the boat will board 15 minutes prior to departure. What should I wear? Casual clothes such as shorts, t-shirt, thongs, sandals or sneakers. Bring a jacket in cooler weather. A sun hat for sun protection, we do supply sun protection cream.

A change of clothes for yabbie pumping. We also sell shorts and t-shirts at the gift shop.

Tour only : Adult: $80; Child: $50 (3-12 years). Special lunch packages: below at an additional cost.

SEASONAL CRABS

In order to ensure the freshest product possible, our cafe's menu options consist of the seasonal crabs at various stages of the year. The 3 types of crab sourced throughout the year are spanner crab, mud crab & sand crab (blue swimmer crab).

MORNING TOURS WEDNESDAY to SUND AY 9 .30 AM (QLD time) (bookings essential) ALL CATCH A CRAB TOUR TIMES ARE REPRESENTED IN QLD TIME.

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Top 8 Oyster Trail Experiences

Travel the sapphire coast oyster trail.

Welcome to the land of the bivalve, where molluscs reign supreme all year round. When it comes to oysters, the Sapphire Coast is famous as being one of the most important growing regions in Australia. Each of our five key estuaries lies within a special wilderness area along our coast, some hidden deep within our  national parks , while others can be found conveniently close to our coastal towns and villages .

There are dozens of ways you can experience the Sapphire Coast Oyster Trail , from lakeside oyster shacks to kayaking tours, oyster cruises and oyster bars. You can pair oyster platters with beer paddles, or sip an oyster gin martini from a waterfront dining room. Follow the roadside oyster signs for farm gate prices, and you might just find yourself spreading out the picnic blanket for a long lunch in the forest, right next to the estuary where your oysters were plucked.

Here are eight of our must-do oyster experiences along the Sapphire Coast. 

Captain Sponge's Magical Oyster Tour

CAPTAIN SPONGE'S MAGICAL OYSTER TOUR

As the region’s only on-water oyster tour, Captain Sponge’s Magical Oyster Tours are as educational as they are legendary. Jump on board Sponge’s small barge at Pambula Lake , for an interactive tour of the stunning estuary with one of the coast’s most famed (and hilarious) oyster experts, Brett Weingarth. You’ll get to sample the world-renowned Pambula Lake Sydney rock oyster straight from the waters of the lake, and inspect the rare native Angasi oyster, which is grown at only a small number of farms in Australia. 

Once the oysters are aboard, it’s time to set sail downstream the meandering Pambula River, where ancient Aboriginal middens dot the tree-studded banks. Some of the best-preserved mounded middens on the east coast of Australia are located at Pambula River, evidence of many years of oyster collection by traditional custodians, the Thaua people of the Yuin nation. Captain Sponge will point out significant cultural and geological features of the estuary, plus demonstrate how oysters are caught in the wild. 

Shuck School

OYSTER SHUCK SCHOOL & FARM TOUR

Learn how to shuck like a pro at Broadwater Oysters' Shuck School , located at their oyster sheds on beautiful Pambula Lake. An oyster farmer for 25 years, owner Sue McIntyre has award-winning shucking skills that sees her open, turn and present 30 oysters in a mere 3 ½ minutes. Armed with oyster knives and rubber gloves, class participants receive a 25-minute schooling in the art of the shuck, as well as tips on how to discern oysters by appearance and taste. With unopened oysters staying fresh for up to a couple of weeks after harvest, it’s a life lesson worth learning! 

For those wanting to take a deeper dive into the world of oyster husbandry, we recommend booking in for a farm tour. You’ll learn about the oyster farming journey from spat to harvest, including Broadwater’s unique farming and aquaculture practices. The team will help you collect and shuck your own oysters, then you are welcome to settle in by the lake to enjoy your harvest.

For both Shuck School and Farm Tour experiences, you are invited to pre-book their oyster and local produce tasting plates, featuring local heroes like smoked mussels from Eden, Tilba cheese and sourdough from Pambula.

The Oyster Barn

THE OYSTER BARN

Combining the best of a farm gate visit and oyster dining experience, The Oyster Barn is a mandatory stop on any Oyster Trail road trip. Owners Pip and Dom Boyton are second-generation oyster farmers, farming Sydney rock and Angasi oysters at their family-owned leases at beautiful Merimbula Lake . They serve a delicious range of natural and topped oysters from their revamped oyster shed, hidden among the mangrove forests on the water’s edge. You can BYO bubbly to pair with their seasonal seafood menu, including classics like prawn baguettes, half-shell scallops, lobster and seafood chowder. 

Merimbula Gourmet Oysters are one of only a handful of growers in Australia that specialise in growing the rare Angasi oyster (or ‘flat’ oyster), which are available in the cooler months from May to September. Pip and Dom describe their oyster's flavour and texture as “…eating icecream with sea spray on your face.”

Kayak and Shuck Tour, Navigate Expeditions

KAYAK & SHUCK TOUR

Combine two of the best Sapphire Coast experiences into one morning with Navigate Expeditions on their Kayak and Shuck tour. You’ll get to explore the spectacular Pambula Lake estuary on board their comfortable expedition kayaks, beginning at Pambula River Mouth . As one of the healthiest estuaries in New South Wales, its turquoise waters hum with marine activity. Shy wobbegongs and seahorses remain hidden in the rocky kelp beds, however you can expect to spy the silver flash of large stingrays as they cruise the sea floor. 

After paddling upriver, you’ll soon reach the oyster sheds and leases of Pambula Lake. Enjoy a fun oyster shucking class with the farmers at Broadwater Oysters , before sampling their award-winning Sydney rocks, plucked straight from the sparkling waters of the lake. We recommend bringing along some cash to purchase extra oysters to take home, stowed safely in your kayak as you enjoy a gentle paddle back down the river. 

Wheeler's Oyster Farm Tours

WHEELER'S OYSTER FARM TOUR

From humble beginnings in 1927, to becoming a national name synonymous with the highest quality oysters, Wheeler's Oyster Farm is a cornerstone in the history of aquaculture on the Sapphire Coast. You can join them every Saturday morning at 11am for a captivating journey into the world of oysters and taste their prized oysters straight from the pure waters of Merimbula Lake.

 Journey through the history of the Wheeler family and get insider access to their state-of-the-art factory. Meet the farmers and taste prized Sydney Rock Oysters fresh from pristine Merimbula Lake – before they even hit the table.

Longstocking Brewery

BEER & OYSTER TASTING

Pull up a pew at Longstocking Brewery , the biggest little brewery on the Sapphire Coast. You can order a 10-beer tasting paddle to pair alongside their platters of natural and dressed oysters from their oyster bar, delivered fresh from the farmers at Pambula Lake. All of their craft beers and ciders are brewed on site, with delectable offerings like an Australian weisse with local ironbark honey and Australian oranges, as well as a cranberry and lime gose, brewed with local Bemboka hops, homegrown coriander seed and 5kg of whole cranberries. 

If you’re more partial to cocktails than lagers, you can sip your way through their gin goblet menu, stirred with multi award-winning North of Eden gin , including a special oyster shell gin made with local oyster shells. Enjoy a woodfired pizza in the beer garden as the sun goes down, with a great live music calendar all year round. 

Wapengo Rocks Oysters

TIDE TO TABLE DINING

Whether you choose natural and bubbly, or Kilpatrick and stout, feasting on oysters in our restaurants and eateries is where tide to table comes full circle. You can enjoy relaxed fine dining with ocean views at Merimbula Wharf Restaurant  and Valentina , with oysters served alongside the spoils of our coast like Narooma lobster and market fish. Enjoy hinterland dining at Mimosa Wines , tucked in a wooded valley between Bermagui and Tathra, or drive south past Eden to the historic Seahorse Inn , where you can partake in a sunny long lunch in the lush Gatsby-esque gardens, on the shores of Twofold Bay. Of course, a visit to Wheeler's Seafood Restaurant is always a delight, with their own Wheeler's Oysters plucked from Merimbula Lake just 500 metres away.

Find all our signature oyster dining experiences here . 

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Visit the FARM GATEs

Visiting at least one of our oyster ‘shellar doors’ is a must-do for any trip to the Sapphire Coast. Turn it into an oyster road trip and visit the producers at our key estuaries, stretching from Wonboyn to Wapengo. Oyster signs dot the coast from north to south, with farm gate prices and welcoming hospitality on offer, no matter which winding dirt road you choose to follow. From south to north, you can visit Wonboyn Rock Oysters , Broadwater Oysters , Merimbula Gourmet Oysters , Wheeler's Oysters and Tathra Oysters .

Check out our Oyster Merroir Tasting Trail for all the details. 

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Out of the blue oysters farm tours.

Find out all about a day in the life of an oyster.......while you taste some

Our tours are conducted over one and a half to two hours, with a maximum of 4 passengers per tour. We take you on an oyster punt cruise trip through our pristine, protected inlet, visiting  some of our oyster leases where we manage various stages of our oysters’ life cycle. On the way we'll take in the estuary’s scenery and some of our lovely oysters. The longer tours will include a visit to our onshore worksite to learn a little about our oyster operations there. The tours conclude with our returning you to your start point.

In the holiday season we may run up to 4 tours a day depending on demand and oyster farm work commitments, and of cours, weather conditions.

We board passengers either from the public boat jetty in Fosters Bay near the Inlet Cafe in Narooma, or on the inlet directly from a seaplane operated by South Coast Seaplanes if you have flown in on one of their fabulous south coast scenic flights.  Departing from nearby Moruya, South Coast Seaplanes conduct flying tours of the coast and Montague Island spotting seal colonies, whales and coastal scenery, and landing on the inlet for us to receive passengers directly from the seaplane.

Bookings can be made by phone or email.

The Sydney rock oyster

Truly one of nature's gifts. Full of all the right stuff that's great for your health, the rock oyster is a carbon sequester to boot, so they're great for the health of the environment as well! Best of all though, they taste fantastic …straight out of the shell or, if you prefer, cooked in a multitude of ways. The Sydney rock is characterised by its deep, rich, creamy lasting sweetness. It defines Umami ("the essence of deliciousness"). According to guru John Susman, from seafood consultancy Fishtales, "it's like no other on the planet" ... and they just don't come any better than from the Wagonga inlet.

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Slurp Oysters Straight Out Of The Ocean On This Luxe New Boat Tour

By Annabelle Allpass

9th Mar 2022

Ahh, the oyster. Something about it is so decadent… is it the luxurious flavours and texture, the jewels it forges, or the undeniable flex it exudes on an Insta story? Whatever your answer, brace yourself for a brand new foodie experience that will leave you downright speechless.

River to Bay is now offering an opulent Champagne and Oyster Tour of the stunning Moreton Island Marine Park with family-run business Kooringal Oysters, known for producing oysters that are prized for their freshness, flavour, and texture. 

For $149, you’ll score a three-hour tour on their high-speed boat, half a dozen oysters, and three glasses of French sparkling wine. If you’re lucky, you might spot dolphins, turtles, stingrays and dugongs on your odyssey (and while you don’t have to get in the water yourself, you are welcome to). 

The real star of the show is, of course, the oysters plucked from the sea right in front of you. Your tour guides will take you through all the positive side-effects of oyster farming, which filters and cleans the waters of Moreton Bay, supports seagrass growth, and reduces nitrogen build-up for healthy ocean ecology.

If you’re keen to embark on this ultimate oyster arvo, you can learn more and book your seat on the boat here . 

The Details 

When: Various times Where: Leaves from Northshore Harbour, Hamilton Cost: From $149pp Get tickets here .

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THE AUTHENTIC OYSTER FARM EXPERIENCE

Oysters from our Broken Bay Oyster Farm

Nursing oysters from our Broken Bay Oyster Farm

Sydney Oyster Farm Tours visits Sheridan's family's oyster farm to experience Sydney's  original  oyster farm tours. Be guided people through our operating Broken Bay oyster farm for an authentic oyster farm experience. Customers get to meet second and third generation oyster farmers, visit the oyster leases on the Hawkesbury River, and taste the famous Broken Bay Oysters.

Sydney Oyster Farm Tours offers authentic Broken Bay oyster farm tours on the Hawkesbury River at Mooney Mooney, 45 minutes north of Sydney's CBD.  Our tours deliver a truly knowledgeable and authentic travel experience, all promising that added personal touch. Take a look at the tour descriptions and get in touch if you would like to learn how you can book a tour with us today. 

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Oyster Farm Tour

$90 per person

Boat ride to oysters leases

Guided oyster farm tour

Learn to open oysters

Enjoy 12 fresh oysters per person

BYO alcoholic beverages welcomed

Immerse Yourself

$195 per person

Enjoy 18 fresh oysters per person

In-water oyster tasting with refreshments

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Oyster Elegance

$295 per person

Gourmet seafood lunch + refreshments on a beach with a breathtaking view

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( boat tour + open on boat).

Learn to open oyster s on the boat

(Boat tour + In water dining)

In-wat er oyster tasting with refreshments

(Boat tour + On beach lunch)

Enjoy 18  fresh oysters per person

Gourmet seafood lunch + refreshments on a beac h with a breathtaking view

*PLEASE NOTE THIS D OES NOT INCLUDE THE IN WATER DINING (IMMERSE YOURSELF PACKAGE)

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Living In Oyster Bay: Your Guide To A Gold Coast Gem

Nestled among lush North Shore greenery and resting alongside the serene and scenic harbor that bears its name, the historic hamlet of Oyster Bay is among the most picturesque areas on all of Long Island. Whether you’re looking for a sunset walk along the shore, a peaceful hike through verdant trails, or a stroll over pristine park grounds, you can find it in this crown jewel of Nassau’s Gold Coast. 

The area was first settled by the Dutch in the mid-17th century, and it was an important setting for the events of the American Revolution, but it wasn’t until then-president Theodore Roosevelt began spending his summers in nearby Sagamore Hill that Americans got to know just how stunning a place Oyster Bay really is.

If you come to the area in search of good food, unique shopping, gorgeous views, and fascinating history — or to enjoy the 40th annual Oyster Festival on Oct. 14-15 — you won’t be disappointed provided you stop by a few of the following spots:

THE BEST FOOD IN TOWN

The many menus of Oyster Bay offer something for every kind of palate. If you’re looking for a quick bite from a quaint café, an unforgettable fine dining experience, or anything in between, you’ll find it here. Here are just a few local favorite spots.

Sweet Tomato (91 Audrey Ave., 516-802-5353, sweettomato.business.site) is the perfect spot for a quick lunch stop. Their menu strikes a fantastic balance of fresh and light fare, like their salads and smoothies, and more indulgent and offbeat offerings, like their popular penne alla vodka chicken wrap. 

Ranking pizzerias is a popular Long Island pastime. If you consider it one of yours, then be sure to try out Mama Mia’s Brick Oven Pizzeria (342 Lexington Ave., 516-922-2023, mamamiaspizzaria.com) when you’re in town to see how it stacks up against your all-time favorites. Try the sesame crust ricotta pie and odds are it’ll place high on that list. 

Wild Honey (1 E Main St., 516-922-4690, wildhoneyrestaurant.com) is a popular lunch and dinner destination that offers inventive takes on familiar fare. Sure, you’ve tried calamari before, but have you tried Thai BBQ calamari? If not, you probably should.

For an intimate multi course dining experience with a carefully crafted menu, stop by 2 Spring (2 Spring St., 516-624-2411, 2springstreet.com). Along with their top flight brunch and dinner offerings, they’ve got an eclectic array of one-of-a-kind cocktails.  

UNIQUE NORTH SHORE SHOPPING

These days it seems like you can get anything and everything by shopping online. But that’s not exactly true. You simply can’t replicate the experience of wandering through little boutiques and charming shops virtually—not yet, at least. Should you wander through some of these Oyster Bay shopping stops you’re bound to find something you didn’t even know you were looking for.

If you’re in the market for rare and beautiful additions to your wardrobe, you can’t do much better than Next To New Boutique (59 W. Main St., 516-922-3636) and chrison & bellina (24 Audrey Ave., 516-802-3824, chrisonbellina.com). You never know what you might find when visiting either of them, which is at least half the fun.

No fan of the written word can avoid the allure of a privately owned bookstore, nor should they. Theodore’s Books (17 Audrey Ave., 516-636-5550, theodoresbooks.com) is a newer addition to Oyster Bay’s charming small business selection. Much like a good book, it’s an easy place to get lost in, and a difficult one to leave. 

Hive Market & Maker’s Space (102 Audrey Ave. Apartment 100, 516-588-9400, www.hivemarketob.com) offers a truly unique Oyster Bay shopping experience. There you’ll find a collection of one-of-a-kind artisanal items made by local creators, as well as a community-centric space where you can enjoy workshops, book clubs, classes, hosted events, and more. 

THE ROOSEVELT EXPERIENCE

Easily the most famed champion of Oyster Bay’s rare beauty was former President Theodore Roosevelt, who spent summers at his home in Sagamore Hill during his time in office. Both Teddy and his wife, Edith, spent their twilight years in town and have been laid to rest at Youngs Memorial Cemetery in Oyster Bay Cove. Efforts to honor his contributions to the area have been pivotal in beautifying Oyster Bay and preserving its history. 

There are many ways to appreciate President Roosevelt’s lasting impact on the area, including the following:

You can visit the Roosevelts’ Summer White House at the Sagamore Hill National Historic Site (20 Sagamore Hill Rd., 516-922-4788, nps.gov/sahi/index.htm) and share in the former president’s lifelong love of the natural world by hiking its beautiful grounds. Tours of the house are available by advanced reservation from Thursday to Sunday of each week.

The Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center (134 Cove Rd., 516-922-3200, ny.audubon.org/TRSAC) is a 14-acre expanse of preserved natural land that is home to an array of amazing wildlife as well as a number of picturesque hiking trails and gardens. 

Overlooking the serene splendor of Oyster Bay Harbor is Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park (63 Larrabee Ave., 516-624-6202), where you’ll find the Theodore Roosevelt Monument Assemblage: a series of memorial rocks which chronicle Roosevelt’s life in chapters. The park also offers hiking trails, a playground, picnic tables and benches, and of course, gorgeous waterfront views. 

OYSTER BAY ARTS 

Oyster Bay has all kinds of great destinations for art appreciators and aspiring artists alike. If you’re looking to take part in creative expression or simply observe it in action, check out some of these spots.

The vibrant poster art that came to represent both the psychedelic rock and counterculture movements of the 1960s has now become a form of fine art all its own. You can not only appreciate that art at The Bahr Gallery (95 Audrey Ave., 516-283-1967, bahrgallery.com) but you can even take it home with you. They have more than 200 rare and beautiful pieces of this fascinating period in American history on display, many of which are signed first printings. 

Webbe and Webbe Fine Art (17 E. Main St., 516-674-4428, webbeandwebbefineart.com) represents a unique blend of fine art and family. There you’ll find the work of both photographer Deborah Webbe and her grandfather, painter and illustrator Frank Webbe. The art is beautiful, but the stories are what give it its true power. 

When you’re looking to do some self-expression of your own, The Teaching Studios of Art (98 Audrey Ave., 516-558-7367, teachingstudios.com) is a fantastic place to start. They offer in-person and online art classes, as well as a variety of workshops that cover both the broader concepts of art and the finer points. 

PLACES TO STAY IN OYSTER BAY 

East Norwich Inn (6321 Northern Blvd., East Norwich, 516-922-1500, eastnorwichinnli.com )

  The Inn at Fox Hollow (7755 Jericho Tpke., Woodbury, 516-224-8100, thefoxhollow.com/hotel )

The Mansion at Glen Cove (200 Dosoris Ln., Glen Cove, 646-518-8771, themansionatglencove.com )

PLACES TO EAT IN OYSTER BAY

Wild Honey (1 E. Main St., 516-922-4690, wildhoneyrestaurant.com )

2 Spring (2 Spring St., 516-624-2411, 2springstreet.com ).

The Homestead (107 South St., 516-922-9293, thehomesteadny.com )

Café Al Dente (62 South St., 516-922-2999, cafealdenteoysterbay.com ) 

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Experiences

Get up close with our Sydney rock oysters in the wild. Visit our Sapphire Coast oyster farm gates, explore stunning estuaries, take an immersive oyster tour and enjoy a just-shucked oyster tasting. Our oyster experiences are perfect for those wanting to take a deeper dive into the world of oysters, so whether you’re a chef, foodie, journalist, Sapphire Coast local or holidaymaker, come ready for a ‘shellar’ time. 

Broadwater Oysters

Oyster School, Meet the Farmer Tour, Farm Gate Dining

Shed 1 - 52 Landing Road, Pambula Lake, NSW 2549

(02) 6495 6704

[email protected]

Join Broadwater Oysters at their award-winning Sydney rock oyster farm on the shoreline of Pambula Lake for some shucking good fun at ‘Oyster School’. They will set the table with everything you need to open and taste the freshest oysters – straight out of the water. Their crew will show you our best tips for opening and tasting Sydney rock oysters. Make the most of this culinary adventure and pre-book taste plates of oysters and delicious produce from the Sapphire Coast region. Settle in at their outdoor picnic area with uninterrupted views over Pambula Lake and the calls of Bell Birds in the surrounding parkland.

Their Meet the Farmer Tour is available by arrangement for group bookings and private charters. They will share the magic of oyster farming taking you through the 3-year journey that their Sydney rock oysters take before harvest. Hear about Broadwater Oysters award-winning farming practices, the evolution of farming machinery, sustainable aquaculture in the region and collect and taste your own fresh oysters.

Broadwater Oysters is open all year round for farm gate sales and lakeside dining. 

Captain Sponge’s Magical Oyster Tours

On-Water Oyster Tour

Landing Road, Pambula Lake, NSW 2549

0429 453 545

[email protected]

Captain Sponge’s Magical Oyster Tours is a legendary "on-the-water" oyster farm experience at Pambula Lake estuary, where passengers are taken to the oyster farm and shown the how, where and when behind this mysterious form of farming.

Brett, also known as ‘Captain Sponge’, demonstrates the various aspects of oyster husbandry, their life cycle, biology and most importantly the secret behind opening or ‘shucking’ them. Guests are, of course, given samples of the world-famous Sydney rock oyster, plucked straight from the pristine waters of the lake.

Various natural and Aboriginal cultural sites dot the tree studded banks of this ancient waterway on the journey to the mouth of Pambula River where it opens to the sea.

The Oyster Barn

Farm Gate Dining

The Oyster Barn, Princes Hwy, Millingandi, NSW 2549

(02) 6495 6988     0413 240 461    

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The Oyster Barn is the farm gate of Merimbula Gourmet Oysters, a family-owned and run oyster farm located at pristine Merimbula Lake. Merimbula Gourmet Oysters are known for their renowned Sydney rock oysters, as well as the rare Angasi or Flat oyster. Their oyster’s superior meat and flavour reflects the quality of the sparkling waters of Merimbula Lake, making their oysters a gourmet delight.

Enjoy a seafood extravaganza on their open-air deck by the mangroves, overlooking the lake. They serve just-shucked oysters with a range of toppings, as well as prawns, scallops and seasonal specials. Opened and unopened oysters are also available to takeaway.

The Oyster Barn is located just off the Princes Highway in Millingandi, down Oyster Track. Follow the signs!

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Kayaking Tour, Oyster School

Coraki Drive, Pambula Beach, NSW 2549

1300 030 902

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Combine two of the best experiences on the Sapphire Coast - kayaking and oysters! Their tour starts at the stunning Pambula River Mouth with vibrant turquoise water and beautiful natural surroundings. No kayaking experience needed as their expert kayak guide will show you how! Paddle up the river as their guide points out some of the wildlife and natural features of the soon to be re-named Ben Boyd National Park.

Before you know it, you’ll be at Broadwater Oysters, an award-winning Sydney rock oyster farm. If you have ever wanted to learn how to shuck oysters, well now is your chance and it’s easier than you think. Broadwater oysters will set the table with everything you need to open and taste the freshest oysters – straight out of the water. Want to purchase more oysters to take home? No worries, there is heaps of room in our touring kayaks to store oysters in for the paddle back. 

Wheeler’s Seafood Restaurant

Farm Gate Sales, Restaurant Dining

162 Arthur Kaine Drive, Pambula, NSW 2549

(02) 6495 6330

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At Wheeler’s Seafood Restaurant you can purchase unopened, opened or topped oysters to takeaway, or dine in their beautiful restaurant. Their oysters are sourced directly from Wheeler’s Oyster Farm, located in the pristine waters of Merimbula Lake, and shucked on-site daily.

From humble beginnings in 1927, to becoming a national name synonymous with the highest quality oysters, Wheeler’s showcases their award-winning oysters alongside contemporary Australian cuisine and gorgeous seafood. The farm to plate experience comes full circle within the architecture of reclaimed wharf timbers, high ceilings and stunning coastal bush surroundings. 

Wonboyn Rock Oysters

Farm Gate Sales

Myrtle Cove, Wonboyn Lake, NSW 2551

(02) 6496 9165

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Wonboyn Rock Oysters grow Sydney rock oysters in the beautiful waters of Wonboyn Lake. Visit their farm gate to enjoy oysters by the lake or takeaway for that special occasion... or just for the hell of it!

Their oysters are fed by the surrounding pristine Nadgee Nature Reserve and Ben Boyd National Park. And farmer/owners Caroline and Ken love nothing better than to catch up at the oyster shed and talk all things oysters, including great tips on shucking and preparing. 

Explore the Sapphire Coast Oyster Trail - find out more here

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We wish to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters of the Sapphire Coast, the people of the Yuin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging. Our connection to Country is guided by the culture and heritage of our Traditional Owners. 

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Sydney Oyster Farm Tours

Sydney Oyster Farm Tours guides people through our operating Broken Bay oyster farm for an authentic oyster farm experience. Customers get to meet second and third generation oyster farmers, visit the oyster leases on the Hawkesbury River, and taste the famous Broken Bay Oysters.

TOUR INFORMATION (2A005)

Oyster farm tour (1.5hrs) - aud $90 pp, immerse yourself tour (2.5hrs) - aud $195 pp, oyster elegance tour (3hrs) - aud $295 pp.

INCLUSION: ✓ Boat ride to the farm ✓ Guided tour with oyster famer ✓ Learn to open oysters ✓ Enjoy 12 premium oysters pp

INCLUSION: ✓ Boat ride to the farm ✓ Guided tour with oyster famer ✓ Learn to open oysters ✓ Enjoy 18 premium oysters pp ✓ Fresh Gold Coast Tiger Prawns ✓ In-water oyster experience with refreshments ✓ Waders to wear on the day

INCLUSION: ✓ Boat ride to the farm ✓ Guided tour with oyster famer ✓ Learn to open oysters ✓ Enjoy 12 premium oysters pp ✓ Gourmet seafood lunch including more oysters and refreshments on a secluded beach with a breathtaking view

SAMPLE LUNCH MENU: ENTRÉE • Sydney Rock and Pacific oysters with lemon and mignonette dressing • Gold Coast tiger prawn with dressing

MAINS AND SIDES • Crispy skin barramundi with roasted pumpkin, and a spinach and goats cheese salad with walnut, cranberry, and sweet rosemary dressing • Meat/Vegetarian options available on request.

*Please advise staff of any dietary requirements and / or allergies * If the river is closed for direct harvest, oysters will be harvested form a nearby estuary

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• Boarding commences 5 minutes prior to departure, please ensure your groups arrives prior to departure so we can depart on time as advertised. Failure to arrive on time or No Show will result in full cancellation fee.
• Tours dependent on minimum numbers and weather, if the river is closed for harvest oysters will be sourced from another estuary.
• Travellers need to be independently mobile to access and disembark the boat and tour sites.
• As this is an outdoor experience, availability may be subject to weather conditions (we will contact you ahead of time).

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Snapper Rocks returns to World Surf League championship tour in 2025 schedule shake-up

After five years in the surfing wilderness, Queensland's famous break Snapper Rocks is back on the World Surf League (WSL) championship tour.

The event will return to Coolangatta from 2025 after the WSL inked a four-year deal with the City of Gold Coast and Tourism and Events Queensland.

Snapper Rocks was the season opener for the elite surfing tour for two decades until the event was axed in a major shake-up to the schedule during the COVID pandemic.

The WSL took a break from competition during the first year of the pandemic and when it returned in 2021, the Gold Coast lost its hosting rights because of a dispute between the Queensland government and WSL over COVID restrictions.

The Queensland leg of the tour was moved to New South Wales.

For the past three years Snapper Rocks has instead hosted the opening event of the WSL's second-tier competition, the Challenger Series, as part of a revamped format for professional surfing.

The championship tour contest was an important part of the social fabric and surf culture of Coolangatta — a region that has produced more world champions than anywhere in the world.

Widespread impact

Three-time world champ and two-time winner at Snapper Rocks, Mick Fanning, said losing the event had been a heartbreaking blow to the community.

"To not have it here was so sad, not only for us surfers who want people [to] surf our waves, but also for the kids growing up seeing what the benchmark is and what is actually possible at their home break," he said.

Fanning welcomed its return.

"It's an event that's obviously close to my heart," he said.

"There is so much history that has gone on even before I was on tour.

"It's not just for Gold Coast kids, it's for everywhere — far north New South Wales, up the Sunny Coast — people would travel from all over."

Major attraction

Tourism and Events Queensland predicted the event's return to the Gold Coast would attract 14,000 fans and inject $2.9 million into the local economy.

The WSL is yet to reveal how Snapper Rocks will fit in to the 2025 schedule and whether its addition will mean another location is on the chopping block.

The 2024 Australian leg includes stops at Bells Beach in March and Margaret River April.

It is likely the Gold Coast will become the final event before the mid-season cut, or the first event after the cut.

Fanning said the WSL had made the right call.

"You have got to make sure the premier waves, the premier locations are on the world tour because that's where you want to see the best surfing done," he said.

"If that's the last event for the cut then that's incredible.

"It's a lot more predictable than Margaret River.

"You can let your surfing do the talking at Snapper, it's always fairly consistent there are not big changes throughout the day."

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