Pearlers Village vs Divers Creek
From glamping to historic pearling shacks, camping and caravan sites, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm offers accommodation to suit every type of traveller. In this article, we highlight the key differences between our Pearlers Village and Divers Creek sites, so you can make the right decision for your next Dampier Peninsula adventure.
Key Takeaways
- Two unique locations in one unforgettable destination. Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm offers a diverse range of accommodations across Diver’s Creek and Pearlers Village, each with its own character, charm and amenities.
- Pearlers Village is located in the heart of the farm, and suits those wanting to be close to the restaurant, tours, swimming pool and gallery, and anyone with a 2WD vehicle and accessibility needs. It offers luxurious glamping tents and great camping sites.
- Divers Creek is a peaceful 4WD–only retreat steeped in pearling history. Here you’ll find restored pearling shacks, glamping tents and camping sites in a beautiful setting beside the tidal creek.
- Something for every traveller. Pearlers Village suits people seeking convenience and connection, whilst Divers Creek will suit those seeking nature, seclusion and a wilder Kimberley experience.
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Staying At Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm
Stationed on the northeast corner of the Kimberley’s Dampier Peninsula, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm is one of the last marine wilderness frontiers in the world. Here, red cliffs and mangrove forests meet the azure waters and coastlines carved by some of the world’s biggest tropical tides.
Cygnet Bay is also home to Australia’s iconic South Sea pearls, sustainably cultivated at our Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm since the 1960s. Steeped in the history of Australia’s pearling industry, our farm is the ideal base to immerse yourself in the Kimberley region’s breathtaking sights, adventures and experiences.
Offering a diverse range of accommodation and a host of unforgettable tours, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm has your next adventure covered. So if the Kimberley is on your radar, this article will help you choose your Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm accommodation, and how to choose between Pearlers Village vs Divers Creek .
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Choosing Between Pearlers Village vs Divers Creek
From camping to glamping to self-contained pearling shacks and our Master Pearlers Private Retreat, Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm offers a wide range of different accommodations across two main sites: Pearlers Village and Divers Creek.
But what are the differences between Pearlers Village vs Divers Creek? And which one is right for you? To answer this question, we have put together this guide to help you decide on the best accommodation to suit your Kimberley adventure needs.
Staying At The Pearlers Village – The Heart Of The Farm
A short stroll away from the original homestead that has been transformed into our pearl showroom and reception, the Homestead restaurant and infinity pool, Pearlers Village occupies a secluded paddock wrapped in paperbark trees. Accessible for 2WD and 4WD vehicles, at Pearlers Village you’ll find a convenient range of powered and unpowered camping sites as well as our popular safari tents.
Pearlers Village is the best option if you like to be close to the action. It’s ideal for guests with accessibility requirements, who can book one of our two fully accessible Village Safari Tents. Check out our Accessibility Guide here
Pearlers Village Glamping
Love camping but don’t love loading your car and spending hours setting up the gear? If this sounds like you, look no further than our fully equipped glamping tents. It’s that dreamy set up where you can leave your towels and sheets at home, check in and immediately start to enjoy your stay.
Village Safari Tents
Our award-winning two-person Village Safari Tents offer camping at its most luxurious. Dotted around lush gardens, our safari tents stand on decks with seating for two. Glass doors open onto a split king bed, with air-conditioning, ensuite and bar fridge. If you are travelling with kids, our Village Family Safari Tents have bunk beds, perfect for two children.
The tents are spacious and delightfully comfortable, offering everything you need for a relaxing stay. We also have two fully accessible Village Safari Tents for those with increased accessibility needs.
Village Eco Tents
Wander a little further into Pearlers Village and you’ll find our Village Eco Tents. Our canvas tents are cooled by pedestal fans, making for the perfect accommodation for eco-conscious campers looking for a glamping experience. Inside, there is a comfy split queen bed, an ensuite and bar fridge. The tents have power and water and come configured for two adults, or a family of four with bunk beds for two kids.
Camping And Caravan Sites
Anyone travelling with a caravan or their own camping set up can book powered or unpowered sites at Pearlers Village. A short walk away from the main homestead and pool, our camping sites have shared facilities like camp toilets, outside camp kitchen and barbeque.
Powered Sites For Camping And Caravans At Pearlers Village
For those travelling with caravans to Cygnet Bay, we have sites with power, water and sufficient overhead space to accommodate caravans and trailers.
Unpowered Sites For Camping And Caravans At Pearlers Village
Those travelling with tents might prefer our unpowered sites. Guests can fill up water bottles and tanks in the centrally located camp kitchen.
Book Your Stay In The Pearler’s Village
If you like a vibrant atmosphere at the centre of the farm, Pearlers Village is for you. With the restaurant, pool, gallery and beach a short walk away, you’ll be close to the action and might just make a few new friends along the way.
Staying At Divers Creek – Your Private Coastal Hideaway
Divers Creek is located 1km from the restaurant, pool and gallery. Accessible only by 4WD, Divers Creek is a spacious cluster of cottages, tents and campsites occupying a mangrove-fringed bushland with a tidal creek. As the place where we “laid up” our pearling luggers between swings in the early days, it’s a unique accommodation option steeped in Australia’s pearling history.
Divers Creek is best suited for those seeking privacy and tranquillity right by the water. It’s also a great place to go rock fishing, with the best spots just a short walk away. It’s the best choice for guests with 4WDs who don’t mind a 600 metre walk or short drive to the main homestead. If this sounds like paradise, but you’re not sure which accommodation to choose, read on.
Divers Creek Glamping
Our Divers Creek glamping tents are breezy safari-style tents complete with verandahs and beautiful outlooks. They offer that perfect blend of convenience and nature-infused comfort, so leave your linen at home and arrive ready to relax.
Deluxe Safari Tent
Our two–person Deluxe Safari Tents overlook the stunning bay. They feature an outdoor bath on a timber deck, so you can literally soak in those Kimberley views. Inside, a king bed waits invitingly along with an upscale corrugated iron ensuite. They offer ceiling fans, power, water and a bar fridge, and guests who wish to self-cater can use the shared camp kitchen and barbeque.
Village Eco Tents
Our two-person Bayview Safari Tents offer breathtaking views of those turquoise Kimberley waters and easy access to the beach, these tents feature power and water, a split king bed, an ensuite, bar fridge and pedestal fan. Guests wanting to self-cater can use Divers Creek’s shared camp kitchen and barbeque.
Family Rainforest Safari Tent
Set in beautiful bushland, our Family Rainforest Safari Tents have been designed for nature loving families. Offering accommodation for up to four across a queen bed and bunk beds for two children, these airy safari tents offer indoor comforts and nature right on their doorstep.
Inside you’ll find all the amenities for a comfortable stay, including a private ensuite, pedestal fan, bar fridge, power and water. Self-catering families can cook in our shared camp kitchen and barbeques.
Pearlers Shacks
Originally constructed in the 60s and 70s along the tidal creek where our pearling luggers rested, our three Pearlers Shacks are among Cygnet Bay’s most memorable accommodations.
Our Pearlers Shacks are rustic cottages steeped in history. In the early pearling days, our pearl farmers would return to Divers Creek in between swings. Diver’s Creek provided protection from cyclones, was a convenient place to unload the pearl shell, and was the perfect harbour for our old wooden luggers.
Today, the Pearlers Shacks have been thoughtfully restored to preserve their heritage. Here you’ll find the modern comforts including air-conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, barbeques, and all linens and towels within an atmosphere rich with living history.
Divers Quarters
Housing up to 10 people, Divers Quarters is our largest shack, originally built to house some of our lugger crew. This five-bedroom shack’s tiled floors and stone walls create a cool, airy space, and the five bedrooms feature comfortable split king beds. You’ll also find air-conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen, generous living quarters, a barbeque and an outhouse bathroom. You’ll always remember the way the light changes over the tidal creek outside.
Stone House
Sleeping up to four people, this two-bedroom shack is suitable for couples or families. Inside you’ll find split king beds, air-conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen and a barbeque. Its rustic charm and outhouse–style bathroom will take you back to the early days of the pearling industry.
Skippers Cottage
Skippers Cottage is our smallest pearlers shack. It stands at the end of the row offering a secluded one-bedroom retreat. Outside, you’ll drink up those magical Kimberley views, while inside you’ll find a bedroom featuring air-conditioning and a split-king bed, as well as an ensuite, a fully–equipped kitchen and barbeque.
Master Pearler’s Private Retreat
Gracing an elevated headland 20 minutes’ drive from our pearl farm homestead, the Master Pearlers Private Retreat offers sweeping bay views and complete seclusion. The top pick for couples wanting total privacy or larger groups wanting their own space, this one-of-a-kind house was built by our current managing director and third generation pearl farmer James Brown, and served as his beloved family home for over 10 years.
Outside, you’ll find wraparound verandas where you can soak in those Kimberley views. There are two outdoor baths, a barbeque, a fire pit and a sandy track that leads down to your own beach. At low tide, you can explore the tidal flats, mangrove forests and go on the hunt for oysters and mud crabs.
Featuring traditional Broome-style finishes such as exposed timber poles and louvres, this home can accommodate up to 10 people in three queen beds and four single bunk beds. The queen bedrooms are air-conditioned, with fans in the living areas and shared bedroom. There are two modern bathrooms and an open-air rumpus room for the kids.
Refined, luxurious and authentic, Master Pearlers Private Retreat makes an unforgettable venue for events or that really special occasion. Planning your next special event? Contact our team to learn more today.
Camping And Caravan Sites
See the stars like you’ve never seen them before when you book a camp or van site at Divers Creek. Here you’ll find the perfect place for adventurous travellers to relax, unwind and experience the magic of these incredible surroundings. To discover which option is right for you, read our descriptions below.
Basic Bush Tent
Set amongst native trees and a short stroll from the beach, our Basic Bush Tents are the perfect choice for campers without their own gear. Offering power, water and pedestal fans, our tents are set up on wooden platforms and feature twin beds for the cosiest night’s sleep. Guests can use the shared camp bathrooms, kitchens and barbeque.
Divers Creek Van Sites
Located under 1km from the main farm village, our van sites feature compacted pindan grounds, bush views and parking for one vehicle. Our six-person sites have power and water, and guests can use the shared camp kitchen, barbeque and bathroom facilities.
Divers Creek Campsites
Located under 1km from the main farm village, our pindan shaded and spacious campsites are set back from the rocky headland in a beautiful piece of bushland. Accommodating up to six guests, they are suitable for tents, rooftop campers and small trailers, making the perfect base for your Cygnet Bay adventures.
Book Your Stay at Divers Creek
If you have a 4WD and if you love the idea of immersing yourself in the Kimberley’s coastal wilderness and pearling history, and you don’t mind the 15 min walk to the pearl farm village, Divers Creek is the best spot for you.
Book your Divers Creek accommodation here.
The Main Differences Between Pearlers Village vs Divers Creek
Explore Stays at Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm
Both our Pearlers Village and Divers Creek stays offer accommodation options infused with the magic of the Kimberley coastline and Australia’s rich pearling heritage.
Suitable for both 2WD and 4WDs, Pearlers Village is ideal for those who want to be close to the action, and a short stroll away from the reception, pool, restaurant and tours. It’s also the best choice for those with accessibility needs. With 4WD access only, Divers Creek is the best place for seclusion and tranquility.
