Gozo Alpaca Walks : with feeding and farm visit

Alpacas make excellent walking companions. Gozo Alpaca Walks combines a gentle countryside stroll with feeding time and a friendly farm visit, giving you close contact with alpacas, rabbits, goats, peacocks, turkeys, and other animals. I like the calm pace and the chance to learn how the animals live, but the one-hour schedule is short if you want plenty of time with every creature.

I also like that the experience feels personal, especially when the group is small. Guides such as Nicky and Melissa have been praised for being warm, patient, and easy to talk to. The main consideration is getting there yourself, since pickup and drop-off are not included, and the alpaca walk can be cancelled in bad weather.

Key points to know before you go

• The alpaca walk lasts about 30 to 45 minutes: The rest of the one-hour visit is used for feeding and meeting the other farm animals.
• You are assigned an alpaca: A short briefing explains how to guide these calm, tame animals before you set off.
• The farm has more than alpacas: Expect chickens, roosters, chicks, rabbits, baby rabbits, goats, baby goats, peacocks, turkeys, pheasants, and a cat named Tom.
• Small groups can make a big difference: Some visits have been private or very small, allowing more time to touch, feed, and photograph the animals.
• You meet at Razzett Alpaca: Look for the small wooden door with the Alpaca Walks sign.
• The activity costs $71 per person: That price includes the farm visit, alpaca walk, and food for the alpacas, but not transportation, food, or drinks.

A gentle start at Razzett Alpaca

Your visit begins at Razzett Alpaca, where you enter through a small wooden door marked Alpaca Walks. The setting is a working petting farm in the Gozo countryside, not a large commercial attraction. That matters if you prefer close animal contact over a polished, highly staged show.

The guide starts with a short introduction to the alpacas. You learn how to approach them and how to guide your assigned animal. The instructions are simple, but they help you understand the right pace. Alpacas are calm and friendly here, and the walk is designed to be slow rather than athletic.

I like this opening because it gives you a chance to settle down before handling an animal. You are not simply handed a lead and sent off. The briefing helps children and adults understand how to keep the experience comfortable for the alpaca as well as for themselves.

You should also arrive with a charged smartphone. Photography is a major part of the appeal, and you will want enough battery for the walk, feeding, and the other animals.

Walking an alpaca through the countryside

The main event is a short walk with your assigned alpaca. Walks usually take around 30 to 45 minutes, so you have time to adjust to the animal’s pace instead of rushing through a quick photo opportunity.

The alpacas are described as tame and docile, and the guides provide pointers on how to lead them. That makes this a good choice if you have never handled an alpaca before. You can focus on the animal’s behavior, the countryside around the farm, and the small moments of connection that come from walking side by side.

Do not expect a fast hike. The pace is deliberately slow, and the activity is about bonding rather than covering ground. That suits families, couples, animal lovers, and anyone looking for a quieter Gozo experience. It may feel too gentle if you want a long countryside walk or a more active outdoor excursion.

One practical point deserves attention: crossing a road may feel a little unsettling, particularly with an alpaca beside you. A guide is present, but you should still stay alert and follow instructions closely. This is a farm walk with a real outdoor route, not a fully enclosed path.

The countryside setting adds value because the alpaca is not only standing in a pen for photographs. You get to see how it responds while walking with people. That slow shared movement is the part that makes the activity feel more memorable than a standard petting-farm visit.

Feeding time and close animal contact

After the walk, you return to the farm to feed the alpacas. Food for the animals is included, so you do not need to bring anything for this part. Feeding gives you another way to interact with the alpacas and often brings them close enough for good photographs.

This second stage also changes the mood. During the walk, you are learning how to guide your alpaca. Back at the farm, you can spend more time watching its face, feeding it, and noticing its personality. If you enjoy animal encounters, this is likely to be one of the most satisfying parts of the visit.

The activity is especially appealing when the group is small. A small group allows more direct time with the animals and makes it easier to ask questions. One family particularly liked being close to the guide and having help with photographs. That kind of personal attention can make the $71 price feel more reasonable.

Still, the one-hour duration places a limit on the visit. The walk alone can take up most of the scheduled time, leaving a shorter period for feeding and seeing every other animal. If you want a relaxed look at the whole farm, you may need to keep your expectations realistic.

Meeting Tom, the farm animals, and the peacocks

The alpacas are the focus, but the farm visit includes a lively mix of other animals. You can see chickens, roosters, baby chicks, peacocks, turkeys, goats, baby goats, dwarf rabbits, baby rabbits, pheasants, and a cat named Tom.

This variety gives the experience more range than the name suggests. You are not finished once the alpaca walk ends. You can spend time looking at the smaller animals, feeding them when appropriate, and taking photographs. The baby animals are likely to be a particular draw for children, while the peacocks and turkeys add color and movement around the farm.

The farm’s appeal comes from direct contact. You are encouraged to spend time with the animals, and the guides explain interesting facts about how they live on the farm. The experience is not built around a formal performance. Instead, it offers a close look at everyday animal care in a small farm setting.

I appreciate that the care of the animals is part of the experience. Several comments specifically praised how well cared for the animals appeared to be, and that is important when choosing an animal encounter. The guide’s role is not only to help you get a photograph. It is also to help you interact in a respectful way.

Because the activity includes many animals, bring patience. You may find that one creature gets more attention than another depending on its mood and where the guide takes you. That is part of the charm of a farm visit, but it also means you should not expect a guaranteed, equal amount of time with every species.

The guides make the difference

The guide can shape this experience more than the scenery. Nicky has been praised for friendly explanations and for sharing useful information about the animals. Melissa has also been described as approachable and welcoming. Another guide was thanked for helping a late-arriving group during unusual circumstances, though you should not rely on late arrival being accepted.

The best part of the guide’s job is making the animals easier to understand. A good explanation changes the way you see the alpacas. You learn how to approach them, how to guide them, and how to feed them without turning the encounter into a noisy scramble.

The available tour languages are English and Maltese. If you speak either language, you can expect the main instructions and explanations in that language. The experience is not presented as a multilingual tour, so check ahead if you need assistance in another language.

The tone appears relaxed and personal. The guides are described as kind and easy to talk to, which is useful when you have questions or need help taking photographs. That human connection is one reason this farm visit feels more personal than a quick animal attraction stop.

Is $71 a fair price?

At $71 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend an hour in Gozo. The price includes the alpaca farm visit, the guided walk, alpaca food, and the chance to meet the other farm animals. Pickup and drop-off are not included, and neither are food or drinks.

The value depends on what you want from the experience. If you only want a short photograph with an alpaca, the price may feel high. If you want a guided walk, feeding time, close contact with several species, and help from a guide, the package offers more than a single photo stop.

The small-group element can improve the value. When only a few people are present, you have more room to interact with the animals and ask questions. One family particularly appreciated having close access to the guide and animals. That level of attention is harder to achieve in a large group.

The short duration is the main limit. A one-hour visit leaves little room for delays, long conversations, or an unhurried look at every animal. I would book it for the focused alpaca experience, not as a full half-day farm outing.

Planning your visit on Gozo

You go directly to the farm, so transport planning is your responsibility unless you arrange pickup and drop-off separately with the provider. Before setting out, save the location details and look for the small wooden door with the Alpaca Walks sign.

The meeting point is Razzett Alpaca. If you have trouble finding it, the activity provider can be reached at +356 99281084. Having the phone number ready is sensible, especially if you are unfamiliar with the area.

Wear something suitable for a farm and a slow outdoor walk. The supplied information specifically asks you to bring a charged smartphone, while the weather note is important: the activity can be cancelled in poor conditions. A rainy-day backup plan is sensible if this is one of the main activities on your Gozo schedule.

The booking terms are flexible. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now while paying later. Starting times vary, so check availability for the day you want.

Who will enjoy this farm visit most?

Families are a natural fit, especially children who enjoy touching and feeding animals. The presence of baby goats, rabbits, and chicks gives the visit plenty of interest beyond the main walk. Adults who like photography will also find many subjects, from the alpacas to the peacocks and farm cat.

Couples and solo visitors can enjoy it too, particularly if they prefer a quiet, unusual activity over a crowded attraction. The slow pace makes it easy to talk with the guide and take photographs without feeling hurried.

Animal lovers should be pleased by the range of close encounters. The emphasis is on respectful contact, feeding, and learning. You should choose another activity if you want a long hike, a large farm with many formal exhibits, or a full-day countryside outing.

This is also a good option for a Gozo itinerary that already includes major sights and needs something lighter. One hour is easy to fit between other plans, provided you allow time to reach the farm and do not assume transportation is included.

Should you book Gozo Alpaca Walks?

I would book this if you want a gentle, personal animal encounter with more substance than a quick photo stop. The best reasons are the 30 to 45 minute alpaca walk, the feeding session, the variety of farm animals, and the warm guide interaction praised by people who met Nicky and Melissa.

I would hesitate only if $71 feels high for one hour, or if you want a long outdoor walk. Keep the short schedule and transport arrangements in mind. For families, couples, and animal lovers who value close contact and a friendly farm setting, this is a memorable Gozo activity with a clear personal touch.

FAQ

Where does Gozo Alpaca Walks begin?

The meeting point is Razzett Alpaca. Look for a small wooden door with an Alpaca Walks sign on the front.

How long does the experience last?

The activity lasts one hour. The alpaca walk itself normally takes around 30 to 45 minutes, followed by feeding and time with the other farm animals.

What animals can I see besides alpacas?

You can see chickens, roosters, baby chicks, peacocks, turkeys, goats, baby goats, dwarf rabbits, baby rabbits, pheasants, and a cat named Tom.

Is food for the alpacas included?

Yes. Food for the alpacas is included in the activity price.

Is transportation included?

No. Pickup and drop-off are not included, although they can be arranged with the activity provider.

What languages are available?

The live tour guide speaks English and Maltese.

What should I bring?

Bring a charged smartphone, especially if you want to take photographs during the walk and farm visit.

Can the activity be cancelled because of weather?

Yes. The activity can be cancelled due to weather conditions.

Can I cancel my booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later.