Iris Lodge Alpacas
IRIS LODGE ALPACAS Iris Lodge Alpacas has been Ecotourism certified since July 2021 We are located in Jilliby on the Central Coast, one hour north of Sydney and provide visitors with unique farm experiences. We provide you the opportunity to get up close and personal with our herd of 80 alpacas and 7 llamas. During your visit you’ll also meet our 75 wiltipoll sheep, angus cows and horses. We offer the following accessible experiences. • Breakfast with alpacas. • Alpaca meet & greets. • Alpaca farm visits in the afternoons. BREAKFAST WITH ALPACAS The experience includes 1.5 hours with the alpacas, sheep and cows followed by a delicious breakfast with the alpacas. On arrival Billy our very special guard alpaca will greet you. He will be wanting to be fed sliced carrots (that we provide) before he will let you on the farm. Next, you'll meet Ellie a wiltipoll sheep who is Billy's best friend. Ellie enjoys a good deep tissue massage. Joining Billy are Will and Harry along with our herd of llamas Next, we meet Benny and our flock of wiltipoll sheep. They are keen for their grain and carrots. Here you'll have the chance to hand feed the sheep and learn about what makes wiltipolls different to other sheep. You'll also meet Lola and Abby our maremmas who guards the sheep. Next, you’ll walk down the laneway to our angus cattle who’ll be waiting to be hand fed and given a pat. From here it's off to our herd of alpacas where you will have the opportunity to hand feed them their alpaca mix and carrots. We spend time getting to know the alpacas, interacting with them, and learning their personalities. When the alpacas are full it’s time to head up for your breakfast with the alpacas and llamas. Throughout the experience we’ll provide information about the various animals we have and providing insight into their individual personalities. Inclusions Carrots, feed for alpacas, sheep & cows Breakfast includes a selection of cereals, yoghurt, fruit platter, muffins, tea breads, bacon & egg sandwich, tea, coffee, juice & water. gluten free and vegan option available. ALPACA MEET & GREET During this 45-minute experience you’ll learn about our alpacas whilst you’re in amongst the herd hand feeding them. Several the alpacas enjoy cuddles and a neck rub. Inclusions Feed for alpacas