A relaxed 3 hour oyster farm and bay tour of Coffin Bay, hosted by the oyster farmer, with a walk around the farm in waders and a dozen fresh oysters each.
Days
- 3 hours
Group size
- Max 24
Start / finish
- Coffin Bay Boat Ramp / Coffin Bay Boat Ramp
Return
- See itinerary for details
Transport
- Tour boat from Coffin Bay Boat Ramp
Meals
- A dozen fresh oysters per person
Route
Included experiences
- Coffin Bay oyster farm — farm tour with the farmer
- Oyster lease — walk in the water in waders
- The Brothers islands — seal spotting
- Coffin Bay waterways — dolphins if they appear
Pictures / Videos
Reviews
5.0
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Travellers consistently praise the knowledgeable and friendly staff, the modern and comfortable boat, and the combination of wading among the working oyster farms, learning about the oyster industry, and spotting marine wildlife including dolphins, seals and sea lions. The most frequently highlighted aspect is the experience of tasting freshly shucked oysters, typically a dozen per person, often paired with drinks such as wine or beer, which travellers describe as exceptionally fresh and delicious. The primary caveat is that water depth at the farm can vary, meaning some travellers found waders unnecessary whilst others wished to have known in advance that the water might come over their waders, and a few note that oysters are the only food provided on board, though beverages are included.
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A brilliant day on a modern, comfy boat with an open front deck and windows that open for photos. We saw dolphins and seals, Scottie and Lizzie were friendly and full of knowledge, and the drinks were a nice touch. The highlight was wading among the oyster farms at Little Douglas Bay, then Scottie's history of the industry while Lizzie served us a dozen fresh oysters. As a 65-year-old woman I'd recommend it to older travellers, it felt very safe.
An awesome tour on a comfy boat, and it was easy to get into the water and walk among the oyster racks. The talk was very informative, and we saw dolphins, seals, a big male sea lion and a red starfish.
A fabulous three hour trip with an experienced captain, lovely staff, gorgeous water, tasty oysters and great sightings of dolphins, seals and birds. My only letdown was that the water was too deep for me to wade at the farm without it coming over my waders, which I'd have liked to know earlier.
One of the best tours we've done, with a well equipped boat and friendly, informative hosts. Light rain didn't stop us pulling on waders and getting in the water, then we feasted on fresh oysters during a talk on the industry and the area. A pod of dolphins around the boat and seals on Brothers Island were a bonus.
We went on a rainy day expecting a letdown but loved seeing dolphins, wading, eating oysters and watching the seals, and the history talk on the oyster industry was top notch. Bring a change of clothes and something warm, and note the oysters are the only food on board, though there are drinks.
A great three hours on the water learning about Coffin Bay oysters, worth it even if you don't eat them, and for oyster lovers the dozen we had were the best ever. Thanks Scott and Kiara.
