Animal Farm Experience
Reconnect with nature and Andean culture on this half-day Animal Farm Tour, a relaxing and family-friendly experience just outside Cusco. Visit a traditional Peruvian farm where you’ll meet and interact with iconic Andean animals such as alpacas, llamas, sheep, guinea pigs, and even vicuñas.
Learn about the importance of these animals in Inca and modern culture, their roles in agriculture and textiles, and how local communities raise them with care and tradition. You’ll also observe or participate in wool shearing, natural dyeing, and weaving demonstrations using ancestral techniques.
Perfect for families, animal lovers, and anyone seeking a slower, more immersive cultural experience, this tour combines nature, education, and Andean hospitality.
Location
Peru – Cusco
Duration
Half-day
Altitude
3,300 msnm
Group Size
3 to 6
Transportation
Private
Difficulty
Easy
Itinerary
- Pickup from your hotel (8:30 am or 1:30 pm)
- 40-minute drive to a traditional Andean farm
- Guided introduction to native animals: alpacas, llamas, guinea pigs, sheep, and more
- Observe feeding and care routines
- Learn about natural dyeing and traditional weaving with local artisans
- Optional participation in light farm tasks or hands-on activities
- Opportunity to purchase handmade alpaca textiles directly from local women
- Return to Cusco (approx. 4-hour round trip experience)
Include
- Private transportation
- Professional bilingual guide
- Entrance to farm
- Snacks and herbal tea
- Cultural interaction with local families
- First aid kit
Not Include
- Meals (optional lunch add-on)
- Personal expenses or souvenirs
- Tips (optional)
Recommendation
- Comfortable shoes and clothes
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Light jacket
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera or phone
- Extra cash for local crafts
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Children love meeting and feeding the animals. It’s a peaceful, interactive experience perfect for families.
Absolutely — and it’s more ethical than shopping at big markets. The women you meet make everything by hand using traditional techniques.
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