Plan Your Visit

Book Your Fossicking Experience

Discover real sapphires and experience authentic fossicking in the heart of Queensland’s Sapphire Gemfields.

What to Expect

When you arrive, the Pats Sapphire Central team will demonstrate how to fossick, explain how the washing process works and show you what to look for in your wash. Our friendly team will help you recognise sapphires, zircons and other interesting finds.

Booking Information

  • All fossicking equipment is provided.
  • Beginners and families are welcome.
  • Bookings are subject to availability.
  • Payment is not required when submitting your booking request.
  • The Pats team will contact you to confirm your booking.

Learn how to wash your fossicking material, identify promising stones and discover your own Gemfields treasures.

The Pats Sapphire Central team demonstrating how to fossick
Learn how to fossick with guidance from our friendly team.
Washing fossicking material at Pats Sapphire Central
Wash and sort your material using the equipment provided.
Gemstones discovered during a fossicking experience
Examine your wash and discover what treasures you have found.
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