Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm

Cygnet Bay is one the most remote Holiday Parks in Australia so dining options outside the Park are limited. 

The Homestead Restaurant is nothing short of spectacular—one of those places where the setting is just as memorable as the meal. Overlooking the ocean with an infinity pool just steps away, it’s the kind of spot where you can start your morning with a barista-made coffee, linger over fresh oysters and cocktails in the afternoon, and finish the day with some of WA’s finest seafood.

Dinner here is a highlight, with a menu blending Asian-inspired and Indigenous flavors, a nod to the many cultures that shaped the Australian pearling industry. If there’s one dish you can’t leave without trying, it’s pearl meat—a rare local delicacy with a delicate, slightly sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine.

A heads-up: you’ll need to book before 4pm if you want to dine in for dinner, but if you’re in the mood for a more relaxed meal, all dishes are available for takeaway to enjoy back at your accommodation.

If you’d rather cook your own feast, the camp kitchen and BBQ areas are well-equipped for a great night under the Kimberley sky. There’s something pretty special about grilling up your own meal in a place like this, surrounded by the sounds of the bush and a million stars overhead.

Tip: Stock up on supplies in Broome before making the trip up, there are no supermarkets nearby, so you’ll want to come prepared.

When you’re somewhere as special as Cygnet Bay, the best thing to do is slow down and take it all in. Whether it’s exploring the rugged coastline, getting up close with the pearling process, or simply floating in the infinity pool, this place is made for switching off and immersing yourself in the Kimberley’s raw beauty.

Pearl farming is what put Cygnet Bay on the map, so the Pearl Farm Tour is a must. You’ll go behind the scenes of Australia’s oldest operating pearl farm, learning about the intricate process of pearl cultivation. The real highlight? Watching a live pearl harvest—there’s something mesmerising about seeing a pearl emerge for the first time, a moment that’s taken years in the making.

The tides here are some of the most extreme in the world, and the best way to witness their power is out on the water. The Giant Tides Tour is an adrenaline-packed boat ride takes you through the untouched wilderness of the Kimberley Coast, where you’ll see whirlpools, standing waves, and the sheer force of the ocean moving in ways you never thought possible. We actually preferred this to the equally spectacular, yet busier, Waterfall Reef Tour.

This is an area of incredibly rich culture and history and the Oolin Sunday Island Cultural Tour is a favourite. A truly special experience, this tour is led by a local Jawi woman whose family lived on Sunday Island. You’ll learn how the Jawi people used the massive tidal currents to hunt, fish, and trade, offering an incredible insight into the deep connection between culture and country.

You will need a 4WD to access any Driver’s Creek accommodation. However, if you’re staying at Pearler’s Village a 2WD is fine.