If you’re after a unique family day out, you can’t go far wrong with an alpaca experience. It’s perfect for animal lovers and fans of the great outdoors. Sound like your kind of fun? I’ve compiled a list of the places you can go alpaca walking in Devon.
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Alpaca experiences in North Devon
Woolley Animals in Winkleigh
The experience: Woolley Animals not only offers alpaca walking but you can also feed them and, if you’re feeling fully committed, adopt one.
There’s also a cafe so you can feed yourselves. Plus, enjoy the farm park where you can cuddle guinea pigs and help milk the goats.
Where: Venton Farm, Winkleigh EX19 8AN
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Woolley Animals.
Mill Farm in Holsworthy
The experience: Whether you want an alpaca trekking experience or to simply meet alpacas in their barn, Mill Farm can accommodate your visit.
Besides meeting the alpacas, you can try out the stargazing and campfire experience, or enjoy relaxing by the lake.
Where: Mill Farm, Bradworthy, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7RX
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Mill Farm.
Alpaca walking in West Devon
Lydford Gorge Alpacas
The experience: Lydford Gorge not only offers alpaca walks but you can also book an overnight stay at this farm in Dartmoor National Park. Other experiences include ‘Picnic with the Pacas’ and an ‘Alpaca Encounter’.
Where: Forda Farm, Lydford, Devon, EX20 4BL
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Lydford Gorge Alpacas.
Beamsworthy Alpacas
The experience: This trek takes you on a 45 minute wander through peaceful farmland before you’re invited to enjoy some tasty refreshments in a private picnic area overlooking the alpacas.
Where: Higher Beamsworthy, Beaworthy, Devon, EX21 5AN
Find out more about this alpaca experience in West Devon.
Walking with alpacas in East Devon
Bearhouse Alpacas in Sidbury
The experience: At Bearhouse Alpacas, you can tailor the alpaca trekking experience to suit you, from 90 minutes to two hours. Take the alpacas out on local bridleways in this Area of Natural Beauty.
Where: The Bearhouse, Sidbury, EX10 0QR
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Bearhouse Alpacas.
Little Orchard Alpacas
The experience: As if alpaca walking isn’t enough for your little ones, Little Orchard Alpacas also offer ‘Paca Parties’, where your children can celebrate their birthday party alongside their friends and the alpacas.
There’s even the chance for you to invite the alpacas to your wedding for the ultimate alpaca experience.
Where: Little Orchard Alpacas, Rowlands, Axminster EX13 7QR
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Little Orchard Alpacas.
Alpaca walking in South Devon
Dartmoor Llama Walks in Yelverton
The experience: The alpacas can’t have all the fun! Not only does Dartmoor Llama Walks offer your standard llama walking experience, but you can top your trip off with a Devonshire cream tea.
Book a ‘Llama Family Night’ and you can have a family evening alongside the llamas with a nice cup of hot chocolate.
Where: Yelverton, Devon, PL20 6FL
Check the website for all the experiences on offer.
Lakemoor Alpacas Dartmoor in Buckfastleigh
The experience: Lakemoor Alpacas gives you the chance to get up close and personal with alpacas.
Besides taking the alpacas on a stroll, you can also adopt an alpaca. Plus, Lakemoor Alpacas have experiences where they can bring the animals to you!
Where: Lakemoor Farm, Buckfastleigh, TQ11 0JF
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Lakemoor Alpacas Dartmoor.
Alpaca Walks at Great Rock Farm in Bovey Tracey
The experience: Take a stroll with the alpacas at Great Rock Farm in its very own ancient woodland, where you’ll conclude your walk in the summerhouse to enjoy delicious homemade cakes and hot drinks.
If you contact the team, they can tailor alpaca experiences to your group, so you can get the very most out of your alpaca time.
Where: Greatrock Farm, Bell Lane, Hennock, Bovey Tracey, Devon, TQ13 9QE
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Great Rock Farm.
Dartmoor Reach in Bovey Tracey
The experience: At Dartmoor Reach you get a truly immersive taste alpaca experience.
Alongside alpaca walking, there are glamping options and a converted bus with two king size beds and four bunks. They also offer yoga, wellbeing classes and retreats.
Where: Dunley Lane, Bovey Tracey Devon TQ13 9PW
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Dartmoor Reach.
Pow Wow Alpacas in Littlehempston
The experience: At Pow Wow Alpacas, you have the chance to meet alpacas as well as being able to take part in alpaca walking experiences.
Or, simply spend time with them, relax, give them cuddles, feed them and enjoy their company – all complemented by tea and biscuits to round off your visit.
Where: Gatcombe Park Farm, Newton Road, Littlehempston, TQ9 6LT
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Pow Wow Alpacas.
Dartmouth Alpaca in Dittisham
The experience: Dartmouth Alpaca walks last around an hour during which you can roam through the farm’s stunning private woodland. You might also come across the pygmy goats who live here.
Where: Barberry Farm, Dittisham, Dartmouth TQ6 0JA
Find out more about meeting alpacas at Dartmouth Alpaca.
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