Cantharis Alpacas
About
Cantharis Alpacas is one of the longest established alpaca farms in the lower North Island, conveniently located on the majestic Kapiti Coast, just 45 kms North of Wellington.
We breed alpacas for conformation, wool quality and character, and host the very popular guided alpaca walks over our working farm.
Walking with Alpacas
We walk with these adorable creatures in the hills above the majestic Kapiti Coast.
You will be able to lead, hand feed and, assuming they feel like it, hug them while enjoying the walk and the fantastic views over the picturesque Kapiti Coast and beyond.
You will be able to lead, hand feed and, assuming they feel like it, hug them while enjoying the walk and the fantastic views over the picturesque Kapiti Coast and beyond.
Alpaca Sales
Every year we release a number of animals, either yearlings or adult alpacas, which we no longer require for our breeding program.
Currently we have no alpacas for sale.
Currently we have no alpacas for sale.
Contact Us
Our farm is only 45 km North of Wellington on the beautiful Kapiti Coast, just 35 mins over the new motorway.
Please contact us for any alpaca related questions.
Please contact us for any alpaca related questions.
<br>ExcellentBased on 175 reviewsDavid Mason20/04/2024Had a great time, the Alpacas were great and Rob was great too.Benjamin Huang10/04/2024My wife and I visited yesterday and had such wonderful time! The alpacas were so friendly and fluffy! We got to walk Bruno and Mrs Jones, led by Rob (fellow human!) who was very kind and helpful! We could see that Rob genuinely cares for his alpacas as he shared lots of information about the alpacas and answered all our questions! Would definitely recommend to anyone passing by or in the area. We miss Bruno and Mrs Jones already!Mabel Goh24/12/2023Rob truly deserves a five stars review for the memorable experience that he provides for his visitors. We booked a private tour with him, and he was really responsive through email. From the moment we arrived, he was there to welcome us and generously share all about his alpacas. It was really interesting to learn about the different personalities of the alpacas. As we had young children with us, he was also mindful of which alpaca was easier for us to handle. Throughout the walk, he was patient with our questions and we learned so much about alpacas through this visit :) to top it off, his property has such a stunning view of the landscape and kapiti coast! I would highly recommend for everyone to visit Rob’s alpaca farm.Mike Cousins14/12/2023Peter Pan was a star. Folllowed Fluffy around the trail and ate a giant bowl of pellets. Cheers!Sanka R Nanayakkara21/11/2023My family and I recently had the pleasure of visiting Rob's Alpaca Farm, and it turned out to be an absolutely delightful experience. From the moment we stepped onto the farm, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality by the owner, Rob. What stood out to us immediately was Rob's friendliness and flexibility. We initially booked our visit for July, but due to unforeseen circumstances, we had to reschedule for November. Rob was incredibly understanding and accommodating, making the process of rescheduling a breeze. His customer-centric approach set the tone for a positive experience. What truly made our visit special was the attention Rob gave to ensuring that everyone, especially the kids, had an enjoyable time. My child was not only fascinated by the alpacas but also thoroughly enjoyed the interactive and hands-on experience that Rob provided. He took the time to answer their questions, let them feed the alpacas, and even taught them about the different types of alpaca wool. In addition to the alpacas, the farm itself was well-maintained, creating a serene and picturesque setting. The combination of friendly alpacas, a knowledgeable guide, and the scenic surroundings made our visit to Rob's Alpaca Farm a memorable and highly recommended experience for families and animal enthusiasts alike. If you're looking for a unique and heartwarming adventure, Rob's Alpaca Farm is undoubtedly the place to be. We left with smiles on our faces, new knowledge about alpacas, and wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.Laura Olivia Tremaine11/11/2023Thank you Rob for the peaceful and fluffy experience and for opening your space to all of us. My partner and I celebrated one year together this way and it was just right.Haseena Seyd07/11/2023Hi we had an incredible experience. There are many Alpaca farms however this is the only alpaca farm where we can walk with them. Rob is an amazing host and he will be there to guide you through out the walk. Alpacas are such a lovely animal they enjoy walking with us. This is something everyone will love. Their farm is beautiful and we get to see wonderful view of kapiti island and south island too. Alpacas are photo friendly 🙂. We took loads of videos and photos and had such an amazing time walking with them. We would definitely recommend everyone yo alteast experience this once. Cheers, Haseen&ThasnimDylan Smith-Scherer28/10/2023It was one of the best alpaca experiences ever!! Close up encounterSusan Columb28/10/2023Thank you so much Rob for sharing your adorable alpacas on your picturesque property with stunning views. We loved the pleasant walk with the cute gentle natured alpacas and feeding them after was so much fun that we didn't want to leave! We'll definitely book another walk or two and bring along more friends to enjoy the experience as much as we did.Taylor Denzel24/10/2023Rob is a great host and is naturally quite comedic which adds on to a already awesome experience which is getting up close with his Alpca heard. I couldn't recommend this enough, great for kids as well.