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Alpaca Encounters at Nevalea Alpacas in Taumarunui - Taumarunui

Alpaca Encounters at Nevalea Alpacas in Taumarunui

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1.5–2 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for all ages and fitness levels; minimal walking on mostly flat farm terrain.

Overview

Get close to alpacas on a peaceful farm just outside Taumarunui. Hand-feed, cuddle babies, and craft your own alpaca soap on this unique guided adventure.

Taumarunui, Manawatū-Whanganui

The Amazing Alpaca Adventure

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Guided Tour

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Experience the joy of interacting with friendly alpacas on a guided tour at a scenic farm. Hand-feed these soft creatures, cuddle a baby alpaca, and learn about their fiber. Capture memorable photos and even create your own felted alpaca soap. Optional picnic hampers enhance this unique and delightful adventure!

Get up close to our friendly alpacas, hand feed them and feel just how soft and fluffy they are


Rates

Adult (Ages 15+): Walk In $65.00 or Book Online $59.00 Child (Ages 2-14): Walk In $55.00 or Book Online $49.00 Infant (Ages under 2 ): Free (Shares Experience with Adult) Family pass *(2 Adults and 2 Children):*Walk In $200.00 or Book Online $189.00 (Family Pass has two alpacas to walk for the family to share)


Duration

Takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to complete depending on how many people are in your group. Please note you are required to check in 10minutes prior to tour start time to complete safety briefing.


About

A guided tour including:

  • Take an alpaca for a walk and take in our beautiful scenic farm views, we will make a stop so you can take some special photos of you and your new alpaca friend, a chance for a great alpaca selfie.
  • Have a cuddle with a baby alpaca. (Make sure you bring your camera, this is a great photo opportunity)
  • Get up close to our friendly alpacas, hand feed them and feel just how soft and fluffy they are.
  • Learn about alpacas and how we make designer clothing from their beautiful fibre.
  • Learn a craft, an opportunity to learn and make your own felted alpaca soap that you can take home with you.
  • Visit the Alpaca Shop, we offer a selection of products that are made on the farm from our alpaca's
  • Click on date to view tour start times for that day.*

Please Note that 'Walk In' tours may not always be available, Book Online to secure your Alpaca Experience, Online bookings close 12hours before start time

Optional Extra: Picnic with the Alpacas – Enjoy a picnic with the alpacas after your activity. We have two picnic hamper options to choose from, Option 1 is a morning or afternoon tea hamper & Option 2 is a lunch hamper.

  • Option 1 – Morning or Afternoon tea, your picnic hamper will consist of a piece of slice to eat, along with a flask of hot water to make a coffee, tea or hot chocolate. $20.00 per person or $59.00 per Family Pass
  • Option 2 – Lunch, your picnic hamper will consist of something savoury to eat like a filled bread roll or sandwich and something sweet like a piece of caramel slice, along with a flask of hot water to make a coffee, tea or hot chocolate. $29.00 per person or $99.00 per Family Pass.

Please note, Food options may vary depending on availability, we can offer a Gluten Free option on the Morning/Afternoon Tea Option, but No dietary changes are available on the Lunch

You can book the picnic and bring your own food.  We will supply the picnic blanket along with a flask of hot water to make a coffee, tea or hot chocolate. $16.50 Person or $39.00 per Family Pass

Picnic's only available by Online Booking

Adventure Tips

Book Ahead

Tours can fill up quickly; secure your spot online at least 12 hours before your visit.

Dress for the Farm

Wear sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing as you’ll be walking outdoors among animals.

Bring a Camera

Capture memorable moments with the alpacas, especially the baby alpaca cuddle photo opportunity.

Arrive Early

Check in 10 minutes before start time to complete a brief safety and orientation session.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Pacific black duck
  • New Zealand fantail (pīwakawaka)

History

The Manawatū-Whanganui area is rich in Māori heritage, with Taumarunui historically serving as a river port and gateway to the King Country.

Conservation

Nevalea Alpacas practices sustainable farming and promotes the eco-friendly use of alpaca fiber, helping preserve rural landscapes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Provides stability and comfort on farm trails and grassy areas.

Weather-appropriate outerwear

Essential

Keep warm and dry during cooler or wet weather conditions.

spring|fall|winter specific

Sun protection (hat and sunscreen)

Essential

Protects skin and eyes during sunny summer visits.

summer specific

Camera or smartphone

Capture interactions and scenic moments on the alpaca adventure.