MOUNTVIEW ALPACA FARM

Welcome to Mountview Alpaca Farm

Ever dreamed of an up-close encounter with adorable alpacas? No prob-llamas! At Mountview Alpaca Farm, there’s a cuddly crew eager to meet you!

The property is idyllically positioned amidst the lush, landscaped grounds of O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard. Whether you’re looking for a fun-filled day with the family or friends, romantic getaway or venue for your next function, the team at Mountview Alpaca Farm are here to help. With cuddly and fluffy friends to meet, and an adjoining cellar door, this stunning property offers a delightful mix of experiences, giving everyone an opportunity to rediscover the simple pleasures in life.

Why not take a leisurely wander with one of these adorable animals? Meander with your newfound friend through an open grassy paddock called the grazing area, which lies along the banks of the babbling Canungra Creek. Feel the soft, silky fleece of your alpaca, and their gentle nuzzle as they sneak treats from your hand. For the ultimate fusion of food and fun, combine your alpaca experience with a Devonshire tea, pizza or wine-tasting on the sun-drenched deck of the vineyard’s historic homestead. Or order a gourmet picnic hamper and chill out at picnic tables or on blankets, beneath the branches of magnificent silky oaks.

During your experience, please remember that Alpacas are livestock animals, and walking with you through the green pastures of the vineyard is like wandering around an all-you-can-eat buffet. They will stop, graze and can be stubborn (like a kid in a candy store). So, take your time, have fun, and enjoy each other’s company. Oh, and don’t forget to grab some selfies with these utterly cute creatures.

Adorable Alpacas

There are approximately 80 adorable alpacas in the Mountview Alpaca Farm family. Here’s a few fun facts you may not know about these paca-tude filled alpacas.

Rare and exotic, alpacas originate from the Andes Mountains of South America, where they’ve been treasured for their luxurious fine fibre production for over 6,000 years. Alpacas have a softer coat and are much smaller in stature than llamas, but otherwise appear quite similar, with shaggy necks, camel-like faces and long ears. Generally gentle and kind in nature, their large, expressive eyes seem to reflect both a fathomless wisdom and endearing childlike curiosity.

Alpacas are true fashionistas, proudly parading in fine fleecy coats in 22 different colours, from shades of white, fawn, and brown to greys and blacks. Some even take it up another notch, with spots and stylish highlights. In fact, alpacas are the most colour diverse fibre producing animals in the world!

The soft fibres of their fleeces can be woven into fine fabrics, which are softer than cashmere and warmer than wool. Each adult alpaca can produce up to 3 or 4 kilograms of fine fleece each year, referred to by Inca civilizations as ‘the fibre of the Gods’. Shearing occurs once a year. Like any self-respecting trend-setter, each animal receives a stylish summer haircut, such as the ‘bobble head’, ‘mullet’ or ‘messy fringe’. In the winter months their coats grow thick and fluffy. This means they can strut their stuff and rock their locks in the summer, and give cosy cuddles in cooler weather.

Meet The Fluffy Team

Alpacas are a curious bunch – each with their own unique style and personality. Let’s meet just a few of the friendly faces that call Mountview Alpaca Farm home.

Meet Ernie, a cream-colored, mid-sized alpaca, who absolutely adores cuddles. You'll often find Ernie humming away contentedly as he munches on his food gently using his lips.

Domino is up next, with a fluffy head that feels like a cloud. Sporting a chocolate brown coat with a white moustache above her lip and a patch of white under her chin, Domino has a unique way of eating—she breathes into her food, playfully blowing it all away.

Bluey is our big, cuddly boy with a stunning grey coat. He's a gentle eater and isn't shy about giving little kisses while enjoying his meals.

Frankie is the Zen alpaca who's phased by nothing. Extremely sweet but equally lazy, Frankie loves sunbathing all day long. Plus, he's a fan of dressing up and enjoys eating at a leisurely pace.

Here comes Pablo, rocking a super stylish mullet and always up for a chat. With a jet-black coat, he'll

give you a gentle nudge when he wants food. Watch out; he can be quite demanding!

Pixie, our cream-colored baby, is a friendly little gal who always has a smile on her face. She's incredibly gentle and ticklish while eating.

Now, we have Nacho, our tall and slim supermodel alpaca. If there were a Vogue for alpacas, Nacho would be the top pick! She's sometimes aggressive and uses her teeth to eat.

Finally, meet Popcorn, the little cutie with two caramel spots on her back. She's full of sass but sweet on the inside, and she chomps up all her food in one go, earning the nickname "Pocket Rocket."

Hours and Bookings

The farm is open seven days a week, and entry is free. Alpaca food can be purchased at the gift shop, and a range of exciting alpaca experiences can be pre-booked online at mountviewfarm.com.au or on the day. Experiences including food for yourself such as picnic baskets or wine and cheese need to be pre-booked online at least 24 hours ahead, however alpaca feeding and experiences can be booked on arrival from the alpaca gift shop. If you want to have lunch and have not pre-booked, simply book in for an alpaca experience and then wander over to the vineyard bar to purchase food afterwards on the spot. You can purchase pizzas and some hot food most days, plus there are normally extra picnic hampers available for last minute purchases.

When booking alpaca experiences, prices are per person and there are also deals for groups and families, so feel free to chat to our staff about your options. Children from 0 to 4 years of age are free of charge for the alpaca experiences. Children from 5 to 15 years of age have a discounted rate. Guests who are 16years and above are charged at the adult rate. All children under 16years of age need adult supervision on their experience, so an accompanying adult must pay and be present for the entire time.

Alpaca Farm Rules

Alpacas are part of the Mountview family, so there’s a few rules to ensure the safety of animals and guests, so everyone has the best possible time. Here’s the lowdown.

Do not run with an alpaca. You must remain at a calm walk at all times and do not allow children to run around the animals.

Use a long lead when walking alpacas. Hold the middle of the rope and use a gentle continuous pull to get them moving. Don’t tug or yank the rope. If they lay down, or stop, try walking them in the opposite direction to get them moving again.

When patting or taking pictures with alpacas, use a short lead. Hold the lead up close to the halter for photos.

When feeding alpacas, place the food on your flat hand, and do not feed them out of the bag. Save some food to entice them home to the pen at the end of your session.

Adults must be securely holding the lead rope at all times, unless told otherwise by a staff member. If your young child would like to participate, please ask for a second lead rope.

Only pat and touch the neck and shoulders of the animals. Avoid walking behind the alpaca or touching the back end near the tail, as they can kick if annoyed or scared. Also, avoid patting their head as they may spit.

Please be considerate of other customers by returning your alpaca on time. Start making your way back to the pen five minutes prior to your finishing time. If you need any assistance, a staff member is available to help.

By participating in the alpaca experiences, you are agreeing to abide by Mountview Alpaca Farm’s rules and guidelines. Failure to do so may result in the termination of your alpaca session without refund.

Accessibility

Mountview Alpaca Farm is nestled in the tranquil surrounds of O’Reilly’s Canungra Valley Vineyard, at 852 Lamington National Park Road. It’s a relaxing six-minute drive from the quaint country village of Canungra, a picturesque 45-minute drive from the soft sand of Surfers Paradise, and 25 minutes’ from magical Tamborine Mountain. There is no public transport available to the farm, but a range of local companies do offer guided tours to the property and other hinterland highlights, including audio commentary from expert local guides.

As you enter the property, the Mountview Alpaca Farm check-in area, gift shop and pens filled with adorable alpacas are located on the left-hand side of the vineyard car park. The spacious car park includes plenty of room for everyone, including designated disability parks. A ramp on the left side of the main building allows ease of access to the check-in area and gift shop. An accessible toilet is also available onsite.

If you require any assistance with your alpaca during your experience, our ‘Paca-Crew’ is available to assist with things like taking happy snaps or getting alpacas moving if they’re exercising their strong will.

Mountview Alpaca Farm take every care to ensure the safety of customers. However, participation in this animal experience is done at your own risk. You are responsible for supervising your children at all times.

In an Australian first, Mountview Alpaca Farm has developed an ‘Therapy Alpaca’ program, delivering smiles and soft, warm hugs to those who need it most. A team of specially trained, incredibly cute, and well-mannered animals visit hospitals, aged care facilities and NDIS providers, as well as offering on-farm therapy sessions for NDIS participants and their carers. To find out more please visit their website at mountviewfarm.com.au or chat with their friendly team by phoning 0490 973 865.