Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Enjoy a 1hr Taster Llama Trek - along the Kowhai River banks and riverbed. Surrounded throughout by protected native woodland, and abundant wildlife.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants are FREE, but must be carried in a backpack (which we can supply - please book in advance)
Wheelchair accessible = 80% of the trek is accessible, the rest we can avoid to complete the trek.
Stroller accessible = 80% of the trek is accessible, the rest we can avoid to complete the trek.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Kaikoura
Kowhai River Valley, Kaikoura - including protected woodland, riverbanks and riverbed. Constant sounds of native birds and other wildlife - easily seen while trekking on elevated river banks.
What‘s Included
Your own Llama
Tour guide
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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommend for anyone who wants a peaceful unique experience
Christina W,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great "taster" experience to get comfortable with the llama. Honestly, I would do this first to get a feel for the Llama and learn about the woodland, then book the longer beaches tour to really experience the Kaikoura area and feel more bonded to the Llama. Animal lovers of all kinds will love this!!! Give Llama trekking a go!!!
So much fun!
k9loves,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So.much.fun. If you love animals and love learning about them, this will be a great experience for you. The llamas were just so incredible to be so close to. And Kevin was a great teacher, educating us about the animals and how to interact with them successfully so we could have a fun walk. And I really appreciated that the preparation time wasn’t considered part of the hour so we had a full hour to spend with llamas. Thank you for making our first full day in New Zealand a fun one!
A superb & informative morning spent in wonderful surroundings - go for it!
Flyer62719059743,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kev was an excellent guide, full of info about how llamas behave & how important it is for them to gain the trust of their companion. After his introduction he took four of us on an hour’s trek, stopping regularly for the llamas to tuck into the grass verges. We had a wonderful time & would highly recommend this activity which in our opinion is far better than looking for whales! Harry & Rupert were very well behaved. By the way, llamas are part of the camel family of animals!
Gorgeous animals and great guide
silveranicore,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you have a choice between taking a stroll through the woods near Kaikoura alone or with a llama, why wouldn't you do it with a llama? Pegasus was magnificent and our guide Kevin threaded that needle of keeping the animals comfortable while getting beginners acquainted with their nature and behavior expertly. Thank you for the wonderful hour!
An informative, interesting and fun experience for families
I9951IHcarlac,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a lovely time on the llama trek. It was different from what we expected but in a really positive way! We have experience with lots of other animals and thought it would be just a leading walk with llama. But we got to build trust and a relationship with them and learned so much about their behavior and history. Our kids are 5 and 8 and were so proud to have gotten to know their llama well enough to walk them themselves towards the end. They had a great time and we have been doing a happy llama hum together since! We also stayed in the tipi the night before and highly recommend it! Kevin, Dan and Phoebe and all of the animals at their farm are so nice. Thank you all!
A unique experience
Matthew S,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting adventure getting up close with llamas. The tour was friendly and well run and I learned a lot of interesting things about the llamas. Be prepared to be an active participant, but nothing hard or scary.
Great experience
541simonag,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and relaxing time meeting the llamas and getting to know about them and the farm. Kevin was really friendly and accommodating. 100% recommend.
Great Experience - Must Do
GeneralShamu,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the short trek llama walk with our toddler (in a baby carrier). It was a lovely experience and Kevin, the owner/guide, is super engage able, friendly and knowledgeable so you learn plenty about llamas themselves as well.
A Fun & Educational Experience with Llamas
Odyssey10614710725,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I joined Kevin, two of his llamas, Pegasus and Bluey, and his dog, Chloe, on the Taster Trek during our last day in Kaikoura. We spent the hour learning about the llamas' personalities and behaviors and how to properly work with and care for them. Over the course of the hour, we developed a trusting relationship with our llamas; and the time just flew by. We weren't ready to part ways when the experience was over. Next time we are in the area, we want to do the half-day trek!
Enjoyable and informative
Global115636,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We all had fun and learnt some facts about Llamas and their behaviors. Would highly recommend and we will be back to do the longer Llama walk next time we are in the area.
From NZ$134.00
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