Gem Alpaca Stud
Gem Alpaca Stud
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Gem Alpaca Stud is situated on the main highway from Christchurch to Queenstown - perfectly placed for your stop over. Come on in and feed, touch and meet our Alpaca, Llama & sheep. Get your up close photos with our beautiful animals. Large covered veranda and outdoor seating with our farm shop open 7 days featuring a huge range of alpaca products. We also now have refreshments, ice creams, coffee and cold drinks. Farm Visits daily 11am, 1pm and 3pm $25.00 per adult, $15 per child, children 5 and under are FREE. PLEASE NOTE: No public toilets on site. please use facilities in the township just 1 minutes drive away.
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Akmal N
Singapore, Singapore6 contributions
May 2023 • Friends
An enriching and educational tour by our guide Robin! She introduced us to the alpaca, llamas, sheep, and rams on the farm and gave us the first-hand experience of feeding these gentle grazing animals at the paddocks.
Written 6 June 2023
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TravellingKiw1
Christchurch, New Zealand29 contributions
Feb 2021 • Friends
You have to visit here if you are near Fairlie!! We got up close and personal with the alpacas and llamas, feeding them and getting to see their amazing personalities! We were so lucky because there were heaps of babies as well. They are so cute and soft, it was such an unreal experience to interact with these magnificent animals. Also, the host Jill was so lovely and passionate and we learned so much about them. I will definitely come back and I highly recommend this tour!
Written 14 February 2021
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Gemma K
7 contributions
Jan 2021
Amazing, fun-filled tour for a great price! We arrived at midday and a boy cria was just born 3 hours prior, as we were the first on the farm we were able to name him! A great personal touch from the owners. Highly recommend the stop for anyone travelling through Fairly.
Written 19 January 2021
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Jing Ting
3 contributions
Nov 2020
My kids loved the tour! Do not miss! Very informative and many alpacas (and llamas) to see and feed =)
Written 24 November 2020
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MrZippy_NZ
Auckland, New Zealand42 contributions
Oct 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience - being in amongst these gentle and cute animals. Hand feeding was the highlight and Jill's extensive knowledge of each alpaca she knew by name. Plus a few Llama's which are much larger and have banana shaped ears so now I know the difference. It was excellent to watch how the alpaca's interacted with each other and some enjoying wading in the stream while others enjoyed a dust bath. If you're passing through Fairlie this is worth the visit.
Written 3 November 2020
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SuitableCoconut
Christchurch, New Zealand15 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
What else can I say? We liked feeding the alpacas! Was cool learning about them. Support them! Etc etc
Written 30 October 2020
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Minli
Auckland Central, New Zealand9 contributions
Oct 2020 • Family
Really informative, interactive and engaging tour. The owner Jill kindly shared heaps of knowledge about alpacas and llamas with us. Everyone loves feeding these cute animals too. Overall an impressive experience, definitely worth a stop.
Written 9 October 2020
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Paige rowe
2 contributions
Sep 2020 • Family
This tour was amazing was deffinatley the highlight of my trip with over 80 alpcas and a couple of lambas running to greet you nothing could wipe that smile of my face. Lovely friendly hosts would vist again 10/10
Written 26 September 2020
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Simon C
Christchurch, New Zealand1 contribution
Aug 2020 • Family
We popped in to take a look at the shop, ended up having a nice chat with the owner, purchased some really nice products and booked a tour, to which Steve our guide took us around the farm and taught us alot about Alpaca's and Llama's, we had a really fun interactive time and Steve was great with our children. Highly recommend popping in.
Written 8 August 2020
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Inge v
1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Family
A truly wonderful experience. The warmth and intelligence of these amazing animals was so beautifully conveyed to us by Steve, our guide, we felt like we were almost part of their special family by the end of the hour. Would love to come back. Excellent value and highly recommended.
Written 11 July 2020
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can we walk in to visit the farm or must we booked?
Follow Us
Singapore, Singapore2,068 contributions
There is a special timing for feeding and get contact to the alpaca and llamas.
So check their website for that.
Else you can only stand far far away to watch the cuties
thetankengine
Christchurch, New Zealand183 contributions
Is the alpaca farm open on Christmas Day? Thanks.
Jill A
Fairlie, New Zealand12 contributions
Hi there,
Sorry for the delay. No we are closed on Christmas day
regards Jill
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gem Alpaca Stud
- Gem Alpaca Stud is open:
- Mon - Fri 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Sat - Sun 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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- (0.44 km) MUSTERER'S ACCOMMODATION FAIRLIE
- (0.27 km) Warburton House B&B
- (0.58 km) Pinewood Motels
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- (0.97 km) Mackenzie Motels
- Restaurants near Gem Alpaca Stud:
- (0.32 km) Red Stag Restaurant
- (0.34 km) Museum Cafe
- (1.04 km) Fairlie Bakehouse
- (1.02 km) Carnegies Restaurant & Bar
- (1.00 km) Eat Deli & Bar