Island Oystering Experience
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Port
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$230
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 3 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Long considered one of the world's tastiest oysters, the Malpeque oyster has been farmed in the cold waters of Prince Edward Island for generations. In the tradition of yesteryear, oyster fishermen and -women set out in their dories and pluck the shellfish from the bottom of local rivers and bays with a set of long wooden tongs.
Today, you will learn all about this industry, beginning with a scenic drive into the Island's picturesque central region. At the Raspberry Point Oyster Company facility, hear about the difference between standard and choice oysters and about merroir — a term coined from the wine industry that has been morphed into a maritime application.
After your lesson, an expert oyster shucker will be more than happy to open plenty of oysters for you to enjoy — these may well be the cleanest and freshest oysters you will ever taste. Try your hand at shucking — it's easier than you've been led to believe!
Please note: The motorcoach cannot accommodate motorized scooters or wheelchairs. Only collapsible wheelchairs can be accommodated. While every effort will be made, we cannot guarantee a motor coach with storage for collapsible mobility aids will be available. Participants must be able to board the coach without assistance and sit in the seating provided. Terrain includes approximately seven stair steps. Standing for long periods may be required. This tour is not recommended for guests with shellfish/oyster allergies. Substitutions are not available. Certain venues/locations/food offerings can be subject to change without notice for operational reasons. This tour runs rain or shine (unless dangerous conditions are present). Please dress and prepare according to weather conditions. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Raspberry Point Oysters is an operational oyster plant/facility. For health & safety reasons, tour cannot enter the plant itself. The presentation is done in a presentation within the facility. There are no boats associated with this tour; it is fully on land.