Scenic Guided Alpaca Trek: Unique Woodland Adventure in Northern Ireland
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26 Ratings
Lisburn and Castlereagh
Embark on a scenic guided alpaca trek through Northern Ireland's only purpose-built trail. Walk with gentle alpacas through farmland, woodland, and wetlands, and enjoy a refreshing stop at a coffee trailer on a picturesque island.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- BallyBurren Outdoor Escapes - You will be met by your ranger in our car park and taken to the start of the alpaca trekking. The ranger will read a safety briefing and then you will be introduced to your chosen alpaca. Your trek will commence on our trail through farmland, woodland and around ponds. You will cross nine bridges. The trek takes approximately 30-40mins and at the end your alpaca will be tied up and you will be able to cross a bridge to an island with a superb coffee trailer with picnic tables. The total experience is 1hr 30mins and you will have the opportunity to walk around the trail again if you wish.
What's Included
- Alpaca (maximum of 4 people per alpaca)
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Bottled water
Additional Information
Ireland’s sole constructed alpaca hiking picturesque path featuring a coffee caravan on an islet.
An exclusive occurrence for companions, family, or lone voyagers. Stroll with a docile alpaca along a striking 1.4km cobblestone pathway that winds across farmlands, forests, and marshlands, crossing bridges and rolling scenic landscapes. At the culmination of your guided ramble, you can pause at a coffee van situated on a tiny islet in one of our pools to savor a proper tea or coffee, accompanied by some delightful pastries!
- Baby changing facilities
Location
BallyBurren Outdoor Escapes
Dromore Road
Please arrive at our car park 10mins before your booked activity time.
We are located on the B2 road, 3 miles outside Ballynahinch to Dromore, County Down. Belfast city centre is just 25mins away. Belfast International and Dublin International airports are 40mins and 1hr 30mins away respectively.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Dobster123
Mar 10, 2024
What a place! - What can I say about this place absolutely brilliant. The staff were great especially Aisling. She was so friendly with myself and my 8 year old. The walk itself was absolutely beautiful. The wee coffee cart was great addition. We had such a great time and got some classic photos. Thank you will definitely be back and recommend to all. Definitely a must!!!
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Copen2455
Feb 21, 2024
A very relaxing experience 😌 - We had a lovely day, for walking these beautiful animals. Damien was a great guide and we learnt a lot about them. Very interesting and we would highly recommend. A great trek for anyone suffering from a stressful life, in beautiful surroundings.
It's a great idea, for a very special present, for friends and family. You can buy gift vouchers to wow them!
We wll be back and thanks again for a wonderful experience.
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30hughj
Feb 18, 2024
Alpaca trekking - I bought my partner a walk with Alpacas for part of her St Valentines day. We arrived to be met by Damien who said we could have a look at the 3 new alpacas arrivals before our tour started. Our trek started at 9am, the path was gravel and it was a lovely walk, stopped three quarter way round for a coffee and a tray bake from their coffee caravan. It was the nicest coffee I've had in a long time. All in all 5 stars all round and what a fantastic and relaxing way to spend a sat morning. This place is a must visit.
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V35qzjanem
Feb 17, 2024
Fun family day. - Beautiful surroundings and a scenic walk. Damien is extremely welcoming and explains about the alpacas and their habits. Great time walking them. Lovely coffee and sweet treats at the island. Lovely family day out. Will definitely be back to try bushcraft!
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655amberm
Feb 13, 2024
Walking with alpacas - Really enjoyed our time walking with the alpacas. Nice to do something different. Our tour guide Damian was lovely, it was great to hear all about the alpacas and also all the plans they have for the future of BallyBurren. Will definitely come back with my nephews to try the forest school!
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Ianmg5250cr
Jan 14, 2024
A great family day walking the alpacas and enjoying a coffee on the picturesque island. - The alpaca walk was a very special family experience. Damien and his family were very kind and hospitable. I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone.
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Tomf2798
Dec 24, 2023
Guided alpaca trekking experience in Northern Ireland - We were greeted warmly and had a great stroll with the Alpacas on this lovingly prepared, beautiful site. We had a very nice visit and would recommend it to anyone. We'll be back again. 😉
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Natashao821
Dec 22, 2023
WOW WOW WOW! - Wow! What an amazing place!
Beautiful walks, very friendly hosts, great Toilet facilities and parking.
The walk is so beautiful and the coffee van on the pond was an amazing touch.
The alpacas were so much fun and we loved everything about it. We will definitely be back :) you must go!
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Z1256gojeanm
Oct 30, 2023
Halloween tour - We travelled from Armagh to the halloween tour - guided by Me Skeleton.
It was fantastic, very well thought out, not too scary for the little ones. The kids loved the witch and the fact they could stop the ‘bad guys’ with their magic wands.
All round great experience.
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D8760ahmartinm
Nov 25, 2023
Alpaca tracking - Had a lovely time,enjoyed the experience with the alpacas, the walk and grounds where great,Damien my guide was a gent,the coffee trailer is set in a beautiful area of the grounds,nice coffee,
Will go back again,
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