Gozo Alpaca Walks : with feeding and farm visit

The best part of this Gozo outing is the slow alpaca walk, where you are assigned an animal and given time to get used to its gentle pace. Back at Razzett Alpaca, you can feed the alpacas and meet a cheerful collection of farm animals, including baby goats, rabbits, chicks, peacocks, turkeys, and Tom the cat.

I like the close contact and the small-farm feel. I also like that guides such as Nicky and Melissa take time to explain the animals and help you handle them calmly. The main drawback is the short one-hour format: the walk takes 30 to 45 minutes, so the farm visit afterward is enjoyable but not especially long.

Key points to know before booking

• The walk lasts about 30 to 45 minutes, with a calm, easy pace around the Gozo countryside.
• Each participant is assigned an alpaca, with a short briefing on how to guide it.
• Feeding is included, along with food for the alpacas.
• The farm has much more than alpacas, including rabbits, goats, peacocks, turkeys, chickens, pheasants, and a cat named Tom.
• The experience starts at the farm, not from a hotel pickup point. Transport can be arranged, but it is not included.
• Weather matters, since the activity can be cancelled in poor conditions.

Meeting the Alpacas at Razzett Alpaca

You go directly to Razzett Alpaca in Gozo and look for a small wooden door with an Alpaca Walks sign on it. This is a simple arrival setup, so keep the activity provider’s phone number handy if you have trouble finding the entrance: +356 99281084.

The experience begins with a short introduction to the alpacas. You learn how these animals behave, how to guide them, and what to expect during the walk. That briefing matters because an alpaca is not a pony. You are not simply sitting back while someone leads it for you. You need to walk at its pace and use the pointers from your guide.

The alpacas are described as calm, friendly, and used to walking with people. That makes this a good choice if you want an animal encounter without a noisy or highly physical activity. You still need to pay attention, but the pace is gentle and there is time to form a connection with the animal assigned to you.

The guides add a personal touch. Nicky is praised for being friendly and explaining the animals clearly, while Melissa is described as approachable and warm with a small group. Guide names can vary on the day, but the activity is offered in English and Maltese.

A 30 to 45 Minute Walk Through Gozo Countryside

The walk is the heart of the experience. After your introduction, you take your alpaca along a short countryside route near the farm. The pace is intentionally slow, giving you time to get comfortable and take photographs along the way.

I like this format because it gives the animal encounter a little purpose. You are not standing beside a pen for a quick photograph. You are walking beside the alpaca, watching how it responds, and learning how to guide it. That small responsibility makes the experience more memorable, especially for children and anyone who enjoys close contact with animals.

Do not expect a demanding hike or a long rural trek. The walk is designed around the alpacas, not around covering distance. You may need patience if your animal pauses or moves slowly. That is part of the charm, but it also means the experience will suit you best if you are happy to let the animal set the pace.

One practical point deserves attention: a family group specifically found crossing the road a little scary. That does not mean the activity is unsafe, but it does mean you should stay close to your guide and follow instructions carefully at any road crossing. Keep children beside you rather than letting them wander ahead with the animal.

The countryside setting gives the walk a more open feel than a standard petting-farm visit. You get a change of scene, room to walk, and a chance to take photos with the alpaca outside its enclosure. Bring a charged smartphone, since photographs are one of the best ways to remember the outing and no separate photography service is included.

Feeding Time and Farm Animals

After the walk, you return to the farm and feed the alpacas. Food for the animals is included in the price, so you do not need to bring your own. Feeding is a useful second part of the experience because it lets you interact with the alpacas at close range after you have already walked with them.

The farm also has a wide mix of smaller animals. You can see and, where appropriate, feed or touch:

• Chickens, roosters, and baby chicks
• Peacocks and turkeys
• Goats and baby goats
• Dwarf rabbits and baby rabbits
• Pheasants
• Cats, including Tom

This variety is important when comparing the activity with a simple alpaca walk. If someone in your group is less interested in walking, the other animals give them something else to enjoy. The rabbits and baby goats are likely to be a particular hit with younger children, while peacocks and turkeys make unusual subjects for photographs.

The farm visit also helps you slow down. You can spend time watching how the animals interact instead of rushing from one enclosure to another. The setting is described as a petting farm, so close contact is part of the experience, but you should still follow the guide’s instructions about which animals you can touch and how to handle them.

I appreciate the emphasis on animal care. The guides explain how the animals live on the farm, and visitors have found the animals well looked after. That does not turn this into a formal wildlife or farming lesson, but it adds useful context. You are not just collecting photographs. You are learning a little about the daily care behind the farm.

What the $71 Price Gets You

At $71 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend an hour in Gozo. The value depends on what you want from a farm visit. You are paying for a guided alpaca walk, the farm visit, alpaca food, and direct contact with several kinds of animals.

The price makes more sense for people who specifically want an alpaca experience. If you only want to see farm animals, you may find the one-hour duration short for the cost. The walk itself takes up most of the time, leaving a shorter period for feeding and meeting the other animals.

For a family or small group, the personal contact can justify the price. One family particularly liked being close to the guide and animals and having time for photographs. Small groups can make the outing feel more relaxed, since the guide has more time to help each person.

Food and drinks for people are not included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also not included, although transport can be arranged separately. Keep those extra costs in mind when you compare this activity with a longer farm visit or a tour that includes transport around Gozo.

The booking terms are fairly flexible. You can cancel up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Since weather can cancel the walk, that flexibility is useful when you are planning several days on Gozo.

The Small Group Feel

The experience appears best suited to small groups. One family enjoyed having close access to the guide and animals, while another group had plenty of time to feed, touch, and photograph the animals. Group size can affect how much attention you receive, so it is worth asking the provider about the expected group size if that matters to you.

A small group also helps with the alpaca walk. Each person can focus on their assigned animal without a crowd pressing around them. If you are nervous about handling an animal, the guide can offer more direct help.

The outing is not built around a scripted show. You receive a briefing, walk with an alpaca, return for feeding, and visit the other animals. That simple structure is a strength if you want a personal farm experience rather than a large attraction with lots of scheduled entertainment.

It also means you should keep your expectations realistic. There may not be a long lecture, a large visitor center, or a full meal on the farm. The appeal is the contact with the animals and the friendly guidance, not a polished theme-park production.

Who Will Enjoy This Most

Families with children are a natural fit, especially if your children like animals and can follow instructions. The slow pace makes the experience manageable, and the rabbits, chicks, goats, and cats offer plenty to see after the alpaca walk.

Couples and adult visitors can enjoy it too, particularly if you want an unusual Gozo activity with good photo opportunities. Walking an alpaca through the countryside is more distinctive than a standard farm stop, and the feeding session gives you time to enjoy the animals without hurrying.

This also works well for animal lovers who prefer calm experiences. The alpacas are described as tame and docile, and the activity does not require strenuous walking. You should still be comfortable standing and walking outdoors for up to 45 minutes.

I would be more cautious about booking this if your main goal is a long countryside hike, a full farm day, or a food-focused experience. The walk is short, food and drinks are not provided, and the entire activity lasts about one hour. It is a focused animal encounter, not a full-day excursion.

Practical Details That Matter

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for a countryside walk. The activity is outdoors, and the ground may not be as even as a paved town street. A charged smartphone is specifically recommended, and you will want it ready for photographs with the alpacas and other animals.

Check the weather before setting out. The activity can be cancelled because of weather conditions, so avoid placing it at the very end of a short Gozo visit if you would be disappointed to miss it. The flexible cancellation terms and pay-later option help, but they do not replace a little planning.

The meeting point is at Razzett Alpaca. You are responsible for getting there unless you arrange transport with the provider. The small wooden door and Alpaca Walks sign are the main arrival clues, so do not assume you will find a large attraction entrance.

English and Maltese are the available tour languages. If you need help before arrival, call the provider directly. That is also the best way to ask about transport arrangements or a late arrival.

A Friendly, Personal Farm Visit

The most praised parts of this activity are the guides, the care given to the animals, and the chance to get close to them. Those details matter more here than fancy facilities. A good guide can make the difference between awkwardly pulling an alpaca along and calmly walking beside it.

The farm also seems to welcome a personal approach. One group was helped despite arriving late because of unusual circumstances, while other visitors appreciated guides who were easy to talk to. That does not guarantee that every late arrival can be accommodated, so you should still plan to arrive on time, but it suggests a considerate attitude from the team.

I also like the mix of animals. You may arrive for the alpacas, then spend just as much time photographing baby goats, rabbits, chicks, peacocks, or Tom the cat. That variety makes the visit feel less repetitive and gives everyone in the group something to enjoy.

The experience has received a perfect rating from 29 reviews, with especially strong praise for the friendly staff, clear explanations, animal care, and close contact. The consistent pattern is useful: this is not mainly about dramatic scenery or a long route. It is about a well-guided, hands-on hour with animals.

Should You Book the Gozo Alpaca Walk?

Book it if you want a gentle, personal animal encounter and the idea of walking an alpaca sounds more appealing than a standard sightseeing stop. The combination of a 30 to 45 minute countryside walk, alpaca feeding, and a farm visit with rabbits, goats, peacocks, turkeys, chickens, pheasants, and cats gives you plenty to do within the hour.

I would especially recommend it for families, animal lovers, photographers, and anyone looking for a relaxed Gozo activity with a friendly guide. The strongest reasons to go are the close contact, the calm pace, and the variety of farm animals.

Skip it if you want a long hike, a meal, or transport included in the ticket. At $71, the experience is best value when you care about the alpaca walk itself and can reach the farm without much trouble.

FAQ

How long does the Gozo Alpaca Walks experience last?

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

Where does the activity start?

It starts at Razzett Alpaca in Gozo. Look for a small wooden door with an Alpaca Walks sign on the front.

What animals can I see at the farm?

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

Is food for the alpacas included?

Yes. The activity includes food for feeding the alpacas. Food and drinks for people are not included.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

Can the activity be cancelled because of weather?

Yes. The activity can be cancelled due to weather conditions. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later.