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Farm Visits and Llama Treks

Here at Gem Alpacas we offer Farm Visits and Llama Treks. Booked through our shop,
The Paca Shack in Fairlie

Farm visits where you go to our stud farm Gem Alpacas just 2 mins drive up the road.
Get in the paddocks with the Alpaca and Llama. See very clearly the difference between the two
camelids species. At the right time of year you will also meet the cria (Baby Alpaca/Llama) 

We also have a couple of goats and some pet sheep. Great photo shots and any questions
answered. We give you some good basic information on these wonderful animals.

Farm Visits - Gold coin donation is all we ask.

The Llama Treks are now up and running.

Maximum of 4 to 5 Llama of which 2 or 3 will carry a pack with your morning or afternoon tea. 
Depending on numbers in your group you may share a Llama.

You walk with a guide around our local Lake Opuha to a rest area just before the dam where we
have a drink and a snack, then go on to the dam just ten minutes further on for photos etc and then
stroll back.
It's a very easy, relaxed walk of about 3 hours around a portion of the lake surrounded by mountains
and rural farm land views.

• During your Trek, please ask any questions you like about our llama friends and our Lake.
• Please bring with you a camera and a warm layer (just in case!) walking shoes, A water bottle,
  hat, sunscreen.
  The Llama packs can carry most your gear.
• PLEASE let us know in advance if you have any dietary needs regarding: drinks, cake, loaf. muffins, etc.
• Weather Conditions - we can still trek in light wind & rain. Strong wind is not acceptable for the Llama.
  We do not trek in heavy rain, or if heavy rain is forecast (under these circumstances, we will do our best
  to re-book you to another day/date. If none suit you will receive a full refund.

Llama Treks - $65.00 per adult
                  - $30.00 for children aged 8 to 14 yrs
Costs include transport and refreshments.