The Alpaca Farm - Mitzpe Ramon

Only in Israel...Who Would Have Thought... Alpacas in the Desert !

The Alpaca Farm in Mitzpe Ramon, is the only farm in the world where over 400 (!!!) exotic alpacas & llamas are raised and where the entire process of growing and spinning them can be observed. The uniqueness of the farm lies in its extraordinary site...a hidden valley, among two thousand year old Nabatian terraces, 1,000 meter from the Ramon crater’s rim. The combination of these charming animals, the site and its history, the desert scenery and rides, make the Alpaca Farm a must for every tourist in the Negev. Its location makes the farm an ideal halfway stopping point on the way to Eilat.

About the animals
Alpacas and llamas are miniature South American camels. These exotic animals were collected by us from the Quechua – the Indian ancestors of the Inca kingdom in the Andes highland – some 12,000 ft. high.

What to do on the farm
♦ Hand feed the friendly alpacas and llamas.

♦ Observe the Alpacas' curious & amazing life

♦ Obeserve their courting, spitting, sand bathing habits
♦ Tour the unique spacious desert farm.
♦ Learn of the alpacas' homeland in the Andes mountains.
♦ Follow the wool from shearing & spinning to the finished exquisite alpaca wool. ( You may also try weaving in our Wool House). 

More activities on the farm..
Riding a friendly llama  adventure that few children ever get to experience (suitable for children up to 25 Kg).
Older children can ride a pony or a donkey.
Meet other interesting animals living in harmony.
Before leaving, have a coffee break in our Stone Hut.

Farm products on sale
Superb alpaca yarn in various natural colors, grown and spun in the farm. Also alpacas hats, baby shoes and scarves.

Visiting hours (Admission fee inplace)
Everyday - Summer: 08:30-18:30 | Winter 08:30-16:30 | Self guided
English guiding for groups upon request in advance. 

Our B & B
A number of spacious cabins are available; all are overlooking the farm in the desert. Our high-standard guest units are fully equipped and air-conditioned, and are rated among the best B&Bs in Israel. They provide the ideal retreat place as well as an excellent base for touring the impressive Ramon crater and many historic, cultural and natural interest sites.

 
Getting there
From Beer-Sheva route 40 south - 80 KM to Mitzpe Ramon. From there 4 minutes to the farm.
From Eilat: Route 40 north 140 km to Mitzpe Ramon