Alpaca and Llama Encounter with Guided Walk: Hand-Feed and Walk

Hand-feed gentle alpacas and independent llamas amid lush greenery and streams

A 90-minute alpaca and llama encounter in New Jersey where you hand-feed the animals, feel their fleece, and lead an alpaca on a guided walk around the field. Children from age 1 are welcome. Kids under 16 must be accompanied by a paying adult. All fees and taxes are included.

The experience

The experience opens with a meet-and-greet where you hand-feed the alpacas and llamas, feel their soft fleece, and learn from a guide about where these animals come from and how they behave. Alpacas are smaller with fine wool, while llamas are taller and sturdier. The contrast makes the herd easy to tell apart as you move through the group.

After the meet-and-greet, you lead your own alpaca on a guided walk around the field. The setting includes lush greenery and a babbling brook. The walk is paced for families: children must be at least 5 years old to lead an alpaca, though younger children can attend the meet-and-greet portion. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller if needed.

The whole outing runs 90 minutes. A live English-speaking guide is with you throughout. The site is wheelchair accessible, and public transportation options are nearby if you're coming without a car.

What’s included

• All fees and taxes.
• live guide in English.
• hand-feeding and fleece experience during the meet-and-greet.
• guided walk leading an alpaca around the field.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Monday and WednesdayDepartures at 10:30, 12:30 and 14:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Child (3 to 4 years) · Infant (1 to 2 years): free

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

ConfirmationConfirmation within 48 h

Prices and times updated 21 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Hidden Brook Ranch Alpaca Tour

Is this one for you?The guided walk requires you to lead an alpaca on foot around the field, so it works best for families with children 5 and older who can handle that task. Younger children can still join for the hand-feeding portion and the company of the herd.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 4 years); Infant (1 to 2 years): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the alpacas and llamas in the herd?

Alpacas are smaller with soft, fine wool and thrive in community settings. Llamas are taller and sturdier, with a more independent nature. You'll meet both during the encounter.

Do I need to arrange my own transportation to get there?

Transportation is not included in this activity. Public transportation options are available nearby, so you can use local transit or arrange your own way to the site.

How long does the whole experience take?

The encounter runs 90 minutes total, including the meet-and-greet where you hand-feed and touch the animals, and the guided walk where you lead an alpaca around the field.

Is this activity suitable if I have limited mobility?

The site is wheelchair accessible. The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and you can discuss any specific needs when you book to make sure the walk works for you.