Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends and family in a stunning location.
Note - guests must drive to the farm, or see operator website for transport providers.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
You’ll find your new furry friends here in a beautiful harbour on the slopes of an extinct volcano and overlooked by craggy volcanic hills. Shamarra Alpacas is just over an hour’s drive (73km) from Christchurch Central, and only a 20 minute trip from the historic seaside village of Akaroa, which is worth visiting for its culture and architecture alone. Our panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour and the rolling hills and peaks of the surrounding valleys are breathtaking and will make every one of your selfies with an alpaca post-worthy. We are open year-round, with the scenery changing beautifully through each season and the alpacas staying cute throughout. Self drive to farm or contact Shamarra Alpacas for transport providers.
Options
Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
No transport provided, self drive to farm or contact operator directly for transport providers.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
131 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
AMAZING!!!
506bellap,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So good, I think I might book again tomorrow!
Good experience
ruthjoys2019,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The alpacas are so lovely. It was a great experience.
Great experience
D1392AVjeffreym,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Get experience and wonderfull and friendly staff
Good.
VinayaK10,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was lovely to pet the alpacas. But there was no info on the shearing of the alpacas nor how the wool was processed. It was basically only petting the alpacas tour which was nice but would have preferred more info on the alpacas and wool processing etc. The staff is nice and there are lovely alpaca products which are nice.
Our Alpaca Trip
Safari00529485162,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great experience. Staff were kind and approachable.
Alpaca encounter
Eric J,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fun experience to get up close and personal with alpacas. The staff was friendly and helpful. They explained what to do at each paddock.
cute
mariaeurosiaramlahf,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00It was fun, however one of the guide seems not really friendly and insist us to move while we still enjoying taking picture with the cute alpacas :)
5 stars
ZINIAN W,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chinese guide is very careful! This tour includes parking spaces, so friends who are driving have absolutely no need to worry. Not only that, the Chinese guide will also help to take photos, not worry about not having a photo match with the lamb! Add cake and juice, without worrying about starving or thirsty. Cute and cute!
Highlight of our visit to Akaroa
Michelle W,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An informative tour with absolutely wonderful interaction with the Alpacas. Guides are knowledgeable, helpful and so friendly. The alpacas themselves are so placid and beautiful.
Unmissable experience
Lydia T,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful spot, guide was so lovely and we learnt so much about the alpcas. We got to get up close with them and see all their different personalities. Great way to see the bays while cuddling some beautifully well looked after alpcas! 10/10 must do!!
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