Captain Sponges Magical Oyster Tours
Captain Sponges Magical Oyster Tours
Captain Sponges Magical Oyster Tours
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Captain Sponges magical oyster tours is a unique and authentic oyster farm tour on Pambula lake.Cruise the picturesque natural wonder which is Pambula river estuary aboard our oversized oyster punt. Taste our oysters .. Learn about oyster farming in the area, its' history, modern techniques and biology. Sample the world renowned Pambula Lake Sydney Rock oyster straight from the pristine waters of the lake and have a go at shucking your own after a personal lesson from your oyster farming captain. Set sail downstream to the scenic meandering Pambula river where ancient aboriginal middens dot the steep tree-studded banks whilst White bellied sea eagles circle overhead. Geology of this area is also a feature. Tours run for about an hour and a half Vessel can be chartered privately also... Tours leave from Pambula lake jetty which is located on Landing road approximately 4.5km south of Pambula towards Eden on the Princes highway. Take the Landing road turn on the left (coming from Pambula) and follow signs to "Boat ramp access".Park in the car park and take a short walk down to the lake jetty. Toilets are available in the car park
Pambula, New South Wales, Australia
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2023
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Ashleigh J
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Oct. 2022 • Couples
We had a great time learning about oysters and the local area from Captain Sponge. Very knowledgeable. The fresh oysters were so good!
Written 6 October 2022
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Sharon R
110 contributions
Jun. 2022
Thank you for a wonderful morning out on the lake discovering all thing Oyster. We also spotted sea eagles and two other eagles along the way. This is the first time I am have actually liked the taste of oysters!
Written 20 June 2022
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Fattymcnair
Bendigo, Australia168 contributions
Jun. 2022 • Couples
Cool experience with Scotty the captain who was knowledgeable, funny and cruisey. Had a great 2 hour tour of the Pambula lakes and learnt about oyster farming. Are some fresh oysters and had a great time. Well worth it. The boat is safe and the tour was good value.
Written 9 June 2022
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Del
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Apr. 2022 • Family
2 hours of excellent info about oyster farming from a very knowledgeable and amiable guy while cruising around a peaceful and beautiful lake. Tip for those with younger kids, bring lots of snacks. If they behave, they might get a turn at the wheel. Highly recommend this experience.
Written 19 April 2022
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Julie
3 contributions
Apr. 2022
So glad we decided to book this tour, learnt so much, the Captain is very passionate about his industry and this shows - he was great to listen too with a touch of humour! Great way to spend the morning!
Written 18 April 2022
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Christine O
Bairnsdale, Australia136 contributions
Mar. 2022
Captain Scotty provided a great fun 2 hours of knowledge on oysters, subject history & the area in his inimitable laid back style. It was very interesting & we learnt a lot. The weather was perfect & we cruised the lake up to the ocean entrance, learning all the way! Highly recommended.
Written 22 March 2022
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Warren M
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Mar. 2022
The tour was very informative and most enjoyable. Had a breautiful autumn day with no clouds in the sky. Pambula Lake is a magic place, despite being relatively close to townships. Only disappointment was there were no oysters to taste due to recent heavy rain, but I knew that would be the case beforehand.
Written 19 March 2022
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Graham Q
Caves Beach, Australia2 contributions
Mar. 2022
Two hours of a very informative and scenic cruise. Captain Scotty knew his stuff and provided a wide ranging dialogue from local history, the farming of oysters, aboriginal culture, wildlife, etc. We were well catered for on this tour, plenty of fresh oysters to sample. An experience not to miss.
Written 13 March 2022
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pathfinder42
Mornington Peninsula, Australia19 contributions
Feb. 2022 • Couples
Personable and informative well worth the visit highly recommended. Captain Scotty was great. Visitors well looked after.
Written 26 February 2022
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Shanclan78
Melbourne, Australia168 contributions
Feb. 2022
A really informative & pleasant cruise, topped off with a sample sweet oysters. Captain Scotty rocked \m/
Written 21 February 2022
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Mr_DownTowner
Placerville, CA20 contributions
Hello I will be arriving on the Noordam cruise ship which is scheduled to dock in Eden on Feb 24 from 0800 to 1500 hrs. But the tour schedule on your website shows you are expecting the Noordam on Feb 25. Which is correct? I would like to take your tour regardless of whether I book through you or through the cruise ship.
Brett W
19 contributions
Hi there and many thanks.. it IS the 24th .. it has been entered incorrectly on my website.
My tour is bookable on the ship Depending on the ship there may be a combination tour called “cruise and brews” including oyster tour and a visit to our local micro brewery or my tour alone which is generally called the “Ultimate oyster experience “
Can’t take bookings outside my contractual agreement I’m afraid and hope to see you on our lake enjoying our oysters.
All the best and calm seas to you
Cheers
Brett
Pat M
New South Wales, Australia2 contributions
I will be coming in on the cruise ship on 27th September can I book direct through your site as I live in Australia. Could you also provide tour times, pickup and returns (if this is included) as we arrive at 8am and depart 5pm. Thank you for any information you can provide.
Pat M
New South Wales, Australia2 contributions
I will be coming in on the cruise ship on 27th September can I book direct through your site as I live in Australia. Could you also provide tour times, pickup and returns (if this is included) as we arrive at 8am and depart 5pm. Thank you for any information you can provide.
Brett W
19 contributions
Hi
Thanks for your interest in my oyster Farm tour
I am currently contracted to the cruise ships which come in to the port of Eden and as such my tour is available to be booked aboard.
Depending on the ship there may be a combination tour called “cruise and brews” including oyster tour and a visit to our local micro brewery or my tour alone which is generally called the “Ultimate oyster experience “
Can’t take bookings outside my contractual agreement I’m afraid and hope to see you on our lake enjoying our oysters.
All the best and calm seas to you
Cheers
Brett