Cantharis Alpacas
About
Cantharis Alpacas is one of the longest established alpaca farms in the lower North Island, conveniently located on the majestic Kapiti Coast, just 45 kms North of Wellington.
We breed alpacas for conformation, wool quality and character, and host the very popular guided alpaca walks over our working farm.
Latest News!
After 28 successful years enjoying the privilege of this unique alpaca lifestyle property—blending animal husbandry, nature-based living, and tourism potential—we are preparing to relocate overseas to be closer to our children and their growing families.
This is a rare opportunity to secure a well-established lifestyle block in New Zealand close to a big city, perfect for those seeking a change of pace, a small-scale farming venture, or a tourism-focused income stream.
Click below to explore this outstanding offering
Explore This is a rare opportunity to secure a well-established lifestyle block in New Zealand close to a big city, perfect for those seeking a change of pace, a small-scale farming venture, or a tourism-focused income stream.
Click below to explore this outstanding offering
Walking with Alpacas
We walk with these adorable creatures in the hills above the majestic Kapiti Coast.
You will be able to lead, hand feed and, assuming they feel like it, hug them while enjoying the walk and the fantastic views over the picturesque Kapiti Coast and beyond.
You will be able to lead, hand feed and, assuming they feel like it, hug them while enjoying the walk and the fantastic views over the picturesque Kapiti Coast and beyond.
Alpaca Sales
Every year we release a number of animals, either yearlings or adult alpacas, which we no longer require for our breeding program.
To view what we currently have for sale, please click below.
To view what we currently have for sale, please click below.
Contact Us
Our farm is only 45 km North of Wellington on the beautiful Kapiti Coast, just 35 mins over the new motorway.
Please contact us for any alpaca related questions.
Please contact us for any alpaca related questions.
<br>EXCELLENT Based on 243 reviews Posted on Robyn Watling21/10/2025 A fantastic experience. Took my 13 year old granddaughter as a birthday treat. What a lovely time we had. Rob has everything under control, the alpacas were well behaved and we thoroughly enjoyed the trek around the farm, stunning views at the top of the ocean/Kapiti etc. highly recommended activity.Posted on Hollie McGovern27/09/2025 Such a fun experience! Rob was a great host and the alpacas are all so cute and funny.Posted on Melanie Federico27/09/2025 Second visit and still one of the best experiences I have ever done. Rob is the best host and the alpaca are so entertaining and cute - especially you Mr Fluffy.Posted on Leng Shigech27/09/2025 Posted on Andy Thompson30/08/2025 Posted on Raj Prasad07/08/2025 Posted on Jessica Brittain02/08/2025 Such a great experience! Rob was amazing and funny too. Great views of Kapiti, and my partner and I loved walking Topaz and Mr fluffy. Loved each of their fun personalitiesPosted on Amanda Gregory27/07/2025 My 10 year old says - best alpaca experience ever! Mr fluffy so cheeky :) - our family group of 15 with 9 adults and 6 children spent an enjoyable morning at Cantharis with the beautiful and cuddly alpacas! Rob is a wonderful and funny host. Great experience.Posted on friend ferrari13/07/2025 Our family spent an enjoyable 2 hours in this place in an afternoon during the term break. Good to learn about alpacas, walk and feed them, and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Rob definitely runs this activity wholeheartedly!Posted on Blair Puklowski09/07/2025 I went there with my wife and kid recently and I really enjoyed myself I loved hanging out with the Alpacas it was really theraputic and loved the Alpaca I walked called Topaz and Rob was full of information about Alpacas which was great and the scenery and whole set up was awesome and I will be going back again .



