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
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Greg N
8 contributions
Jan 2021
The weather was perfect on our chosen day and the experience, unforgettable. Host Sponge is knowledgeable, friendly, funny and a natural born host. We would commend this tour to anyone and plan to return with interstate and overseas friends, when possible. The oysters were the best we’ve ever tasted. Highly recommended!
Written 14 January 2021
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Del
3 contributions
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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Alf M
1 contribution
Feb 2021
Always loved fresh oysters and Sponges Humorous but very enlightening tour now has provided me with a great understanding of all the work that goes into growing this wonderful seafood. He also has a great and respectful insight into the indigenous history of the area. A must do for any oyster lover visiting this area.
Written 4 February 2021
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Janet
1 contribution
Dec 2021
Really enjoyable 2 hours navigating the beautiful waterways and learning about oyster farming. Oyster enthusiasts relished the freshly chucked oysters that were served. Feel the tour was a bit over priced though.
Written 6 December 2021
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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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Bob_Dillon77
Gold Coast, Australia29 contributions
Mar 2020
Prior to this tour, I didn't eat oysters so I wasn't overly fussed about attending.
By the end of it, I was tasting the freshest oysters & thinking not bad whilst having another.
Capn Sponge is a great character of which the world needs more.
He's an entertaining and knowledgeable guide - a local oyster farmer.
I found the whole process of oyster cultivation very interesting - I had little idea about the life of an oyster.
He's also involved in research & restoration of the local environment and knowledge of the local history.
Can't help but have an enjoyable time on the tour. Highly recommended.
By the end of it, I was tasting the freshest oysters & thinking not bad whilst having another.
Capn Sponge is a great character of which the world needs more.
He's an entertaining and knowledgeable guide - a local oyster farmer.
I found the whole process of oyster cultivation very interesting - I had little idea about the life of an oyster.
He's also involved in research & restoration of the local environment and knowledge of the local history.
Can't help but have an enjoyable time on the tour. Highly recommended.
Written 27 April 2020
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Many thanks for the great review... the cheque is in the mail hahahaa....
All the best in a crazy world
Cheers sponge
Written 3 September 2020
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Warren M
4 contributions
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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Experience76071
2 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
We had such a great time on Captain Sponges Magical Oyster Tours. Sponge is a fantastic tour host. Very knowledgeable, personable, funny and enthusiastic. He made the tour very enjoyable. Beautiful scenery and the added bonus of beautiful fresh oysters to top it all off.
A great experience. I was 32 wks pregnant and although didn’t get to enjoy the oysters myself had a great time out on the water. Very calm. This is also a great experience for families. Thank you very much.
A great experience. I was 32 wks pregnant and although didn’t get to enjoy the oysters myself had a great time out on the water. Very calm. This is also a great experience for families. Thank you very much.
Written 14 May 2021
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Fattymcnair
Bendigo, Australia181 contributions
June 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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Jen D
Melbourne, Australia13 contributions
Oct 2022
If you only chose one tour during your time in these parts, make it this one! What a fun, informative and relaxing way to spend a couple of hours learning all there is to know about oyster farming and more. Captain Scott was laid back, knowledgeable and had a great way rapport with us all. The oysters were plentiful and tasted incredibly fresh and delicious. Thanks for a wonderful morning guys.
Written 12 October 2022
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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.
Written 3 February 2020
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
Written 3 February 2020
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.
Written 13 September 2019
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.
Written 13 September 2019
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
Written 14 September 2019
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