Slow down and spend hands-on time with alpacas on the Rensselaer Plateau
45 mins
Up to 10 people
Guided visit, Feeding, Farm talk
Step into a hillside pasture at Alps Mountain Farm for an unhurried, founder-led encounter with the herd. Join a small-group visit or enjoy a private option, with time to get close to the alpacas.
Guided welcome and safety orientation (5 min) Enter the pasture and meet the herd Learn about alpaca care, fiber, and regenerative farming Hands-on time: feeding and plenty of photos Farm store open after your visit
Cancel at least 24 hours before your visit for full credit toward a future booking or a one-time rebooking. No cash refunds. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows forfeit the full booking amount. If the farm cancels or reschedules due to weather or an animal welfare concern, you'll receive full credit or a free rebooking.
Product ID: NUKQCV
Yes. Take Amtrak's Empire Service from New York Penn Station to Albany-Rensselaer, about 2.5 hours, then a taxi or rideshare to the farm, about 12 miles or 22 minutes. There is no direct train to the farm.
Alps Mountain Farm, 220 Alps Mountain Road, Averill Park, NY 12018
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