Alpaca Experiences

We offer a variety of services and experiences at Riverbank Alpacas, so you can get up close and personal with these amazing animals.

All our alpaca experiences are 100% private to your group, allowing us to perfectly tailor the session to the ages and abilities of everyone involved.

ALPACA MEET & MINGLE EXPERIENCE

(suitable for all ages)

60 minutes

Perfect for families with young children, this experience offers a wonderful chance to get up close and personal with our adorable alpacas and provides a great opportunity for hands-on interaction with them in their natural home.

Following a short safety briefing, you'll meet our boys and girls, discover fascinating facts about them, and perhaps even have the chance to hand-feed these charming creatures. 

Be sure to bring your camera for ample photo opportunities!

Depending on your visit's timing, you might even meet this year's adorable baby alpacas (known as cria)! We're expecting nine new arrivals from late May through early August.

Meeting baby alpacas is an adorable and unforgettable experience - we may be biased but we think they are some of the cutest creatures on the planet! 

ALPACA WALK EXPERIENCE

(Suitable for ages 10 and over)

90 minutes

Want even more time with our alpacas? Extend your adventure with our Alpaca Walk Experience!

This upgrade includes everything in our Meet & Mingle experience, plus extra one-on-one time with these charming creatures.

Your experience begins with a short health and safety briefing, followed by introductions to our boys and girls. You'll learn fascinating facts, and perhaps even get the chance to hand-feed them. After you've spent time interacting and getting to know the herd, you'll be partnered with one of our male alpacas to enjoy a guided, leisurely walk through our farm, leading your new furry companion by the halter. 

An alpaca walk is a truly unique and delightful activity—ideal for animal lovers, families, and anyone seeking a peaceful escape outdoors, complete with ample opportunities for pictures and alpaca selfies! 

The walking portion lasts approximately 45 minutes, with the remaining time dedicated to getting up close and personal with the rest of our herd and providing a great opportunity for hands-on interaction in their natural environment.

Depending on your visit's timing, you might even meet this year's adorable baby alpacas (known as cria)! We're expecting nine new arrivals from late May through early August.

Please note this experience is suitable for families with children aged 10 and over. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. 

Alpaca Afternoon Tea Experience

(Suitable for adults)

90 minutes

Coming soon - further info and prices to follow ...

Indulge in a delightful Afternoon Tea experience with a unique twist – share it with our charming alpacas!

Enjoy a delicious selection of sweet and savory treats in the serene company of our gentle herd. It's the perfect way to relax, snap some memorable photos, and make your afternoon truly special.

Here are some tips for making the most of your alpaca experience: 

• Dress practically and appropriately for the weather and outdoor conditions. The paddocks can get wet and muddy so please ensure you have suitable closed-toe footwear that you don't mind getting dirty - wellies would be the best option.  

• Be gentle and patient with the alpacas. They are sensitive creatures and may startle easily.

• Speak softly and avoid loud noises and sudden movements, they may not come to you right away, but they'll eventually warm up to you.

• When walking with them, let the alpaca lead the way. Don't pull on the halter, as this can make them nervous.

• Ask the tour guide lots of questions. 

• If you bring children, make sure they understand how to behave around animals.

• Don't feed the alpacas anything other than what the tour guide gives you.