A Phuket pearl farm tour is a half-day look at how pearls are actually grown in the Andaman Sea. You visit a family-run farm in Sapam Bay on Phuket’s east coast, where pearl farming began in 1967 and is now in its third generation under the Amorn brand. Technicians show you the oysters, explain how pearls are seeded and harvested, and you finish at the showroom, where you can learn how pearl quality is graded before deciding whether to buy.
Updated October 2026 by the Phuket Dream Company team (TAT licensed).
Highlights
- A short boat ride from Sapam Bay to the floating farm
- A demonstration of how pearls are seeded, grown and harvested
- The three types grown here: South Sea, Akoya and Mabe pearls
- Showroom visit with pearl jewellery and pageant crowns made by the company
- Learn the five quality factors: lustre, surface, shape, colour and size
What to expect on the Phuket pearl farm tour
- Sapam Bay: a small boat takes you a few hundred metres out to the farm, which sits on pontoons in the bay.
- The farm: a technician explains the farm’s history and the culturing process, and shows oysters in their mesh cages.
- Showroom: back on shore, a short drive takes you to the showroom for the exhibition on pearl production and the jewellery collection.
How pearls are grown
- South Sea pearls (Pinctada maxima oysters): the largest and most valuable, taking around three years to culture.
- Akoya pearls (Pinctada fucata): smaller, classic round pearls, taking around a year and a half.
- Mabe pearls (Pteria penguin): half-pearls grown against the shell, ready in about a year.
Only a share of each harvest produces perfectly round pearls, which is why shape has such an effect on price.
Phuket pearl quality and buying tips
- Ask which type of pearl you are looking at and where it was grown.
- Check the lustre (sharp reflections), surface (few blemishes), shape, colour and how well pearls on a strand or bracelet match.
- Ask for a certificate or written description with any significant purchase.
- There is no obligation to buy, and the visit is interesting even if you are only curious.
Opening days and timing
The tour runs Monday to Sunday except Wednesday, between 09:30 and 15:00. Our team will confirm your time slot when you book.
Pickup
Hotel pickup is not included in the rate below. Message us and we will quote a transfer from your hotel, or you can combine the pearl farm with a half-day Phuket city tour.
What to bring
- Sun hat and sunscreen for the boat ride
- Comfortable shoes for walking on the pontoons
- Your passport if you plan to buy jewellery (useful for VAT refund paperwork)
FAQ
Where is the Phuket pearl farm?
In Sapam Bay on the east coast of Phuket, not far from Phuket Town.
How long does the tour take?
It is a half-day trip. The farm visit and showroom together take a few hours.
Is the farm open every day?
It is closed on Wednesdays. Other days run between 09:30 and 15:00.
Do I have to buy pearls?
No. Buying is entirely optional.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes. Under-5s are free on the rate below.
Is this an eco-tourism visit?
Yes, the farm presents its tours as educational eco-tourism, with a focus on how oysters are cared for and the health of Sapam Bay.
How to book: book online on this page. Our team then confirms availability with the operator and stays in touch with you on WhatsApp (+66 95 038 5535) before and during your trip.
Half Day Private Tour Phuket Pearl Farm Trip
*Operated Monday – Sunday
*Close on Wednesday
Between 09.30 am. till 15.00 pm.
*This price is from 1 Nov 2022 – 31 May 2023*
Phuket Pearl Farm Tour
Program |
Regular Price |
Promotion Price |
Adult |
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800.-THB |
Child (0-5 year) |
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Free |
Need a pick up?
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Please contact us
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