What an amazing experience! Kurt and Xavier were fantastic guides and shared so much knowledge and…read morepassion throughout the tour. It was absolutely worth the $150 per person. The sanctuary sits on sacred land that includes the original stagecoach building associated with Morgan Earp, and you also learn about Native traditions and the history of the Medicine Wheel. There was something incredibly moving about standing on this historic, sacred land while spending time with the wolves. I surprised my wife with this experience, and she absolutely loved it. She formed a special connection with a couple of the wolves, especially Luna and Larka. Being able to gently touch the wolves and spend time so close to them was truly unforgettable and felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. They are fascinating animals and so different from dogs. I can't recommend this experience enough. It's educational, emotional, and unlike anything we've ever done.

This was a magical experience from start to finish. I am so happy that we were able to get into the…read moretour. I recommend booking in advanced because we were in a full group of about 16 on a Monday morning. Each of our guides were so kind and meeting the wolves up close was amazing. The entire space is peaceful and serene. We started with a medicine wheel and energy cleansing/ intention setting. You are then taken into different enclosures and taught about each wolf and their pack. The wolves each have their own personalities and the love that each guide has for them can be seen and felt throughout the tour. We were able to learn about wolf medicine and the care for the wolves. This is a very special tour. If you are thinking about booking it, book it! You will not be disappointed.

Arizona Equestrian Connection was much more than the name implies. We stayed overnight in the…read moremodern "bunkhouse" and had the run of the entire spacious and spectacular 72 acre ranch. The scenery was beautiful and there were many activities to enjoy including fishing (catch and release), paddle boating, a small "petting" zoo, a tree house, tee pees and too much more to mention. The business should be called Arizona Family Connection because my wife and children really enjoyed this unique venue and the experience truly brought us closer together. We plan to return soon for a birthday party or family barbecue at their amazing gazebo. In fact if we weren't already married, we would have our wedding here! Shortie and Deb are truly amazing. They extended the hospitality of Arizona Equestrian Connection and made us feel welcome and at home for the duration of our too short family vacation. This is an amazing discovery for day trips, over night stays, vacations, reunions, weddings, maybe even company parties. Thank you A. E. C., hope to see you soon!

From the owner: Experience 72-acres of family fun when you join us for the day OR stay at the ranch and play for…read moredays! We share the beauty of the Verde Valley, fun outdoor ranch activities and our love of horses with visitors of all ages. Just an hour north of Phoenix, guests enjoy paddle boating, swimming, hay rides, catch & release fishing, numerous photo ops and props, mini horse cart rides, picnic by the Verde River, nature exploration, kite flying, barnyard animals, full covered arena for horse riding & horse activities plus much more. Brave a night in a tipi (large enough to sleep 6), book a private lodge-style room in our state-of-the-art Bunkhouse, Homestead House sleeps 8, making it ideal for 2 families to share. Tranquil beauty and majestic views are the perfect backdrop for corporate events, team building, birthday and holiday parties, retreats, clinics and workshops.

This place was perfect for me. I was there on a Wednesday afternoon and it wasn't busy so that…read moreadded to the perfection. The wine is lovely. Instead of a flight, I went with a couple of glasses recommended by staff and they were spot on! Took the wine outside to sit in an Adirondack chair in the shade by the little creek and just relaxed. And then a musician started up on the porch and he was great! Very chill and just added to the relaxing vibe. Lots of seating options here, inside and outside. Wine is really good. A pond with a fountain and another fountain that feeds into a bubbling creek really add to the atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Beautiful location. Delicious boutique wines. We went here 2…read moreyears ago and then again yesterday. The wines have more depth and level now and they have a wine clue now. A glass of wine is about $18 and a bottle is around $60, unless it is a reserve.

Took a group of my friends here on a Saturday and had a fantastic time! Our guide was very…read moreknowledgeable and accommodating. They provide food for the alpacas and you get to engage with so many of them! We learned so much and would definitely recommend this to other people!

This place is truly magical! Gina is incredible, kind, caring, and so knowledgeable about all the…read morealpacas! This farm is literally my magical home away from home. The pricepoint is SO affordable for an incredible way to bond with loved ones and nature's beautiful creatures! My best friend and I love going there and taking tons of photos because every angle with an alpaca is perfect! They look like walking cartoon characters! They are so sweet and clearly so well-cared for! Can't wait to go back! Be sure to make a reservation in advance, and purchase something soft and cuddly in their store before leaving to support this wonderful place and keep them in business for years to come!

This is a cute little zoo which gives you the opportunity to hand feed the deer. You enter through…read morea gift shop to pay the entrance fee. You have the opportunity to buy food for the deer. I just got the small cup which was $4, but they also have a bigger size cup and an entire bucket. The small cup is plenty for me, but we did see a family with your kids that have the bucket. It comes with cups that you could refill from the bucket. There's a sweet little cat that lives in the gift shop named Pumpkin. When you first go in you pass a pen with some goats in it. We laughed because a large goat came to the fence to look at us and the Little goat came and head butted the bigger goat as hard as he could. He was an annoying little guy for the big goat. You go through another gate and you see the deer everywhere. They are some tan ones and brown ones and lots of spotted ones. They definitely recognize the cup because several immediately came over to us. Some of them can be rather aggressive, pushing others out of the way. They also use their head to get your attention. I put some food in my hand and they ate straight from my hand. I tried to be fair and make sure some of the smaller or less assertive dear got some food. Several times I found that they were trying to eat my dress so I just step back and pulled my skirt out of their mouth. It's actually kind of funny. My husband is correct - it is kind of gross because they lick your hands, but I really enjoy it anyway. There's a sink to wash your hands. There are some other animals to walk around and see you - - the camel, different kinds of deer, a wallaby, a zonkey (half zebra half donkey), reindeer, a tiny pony, there's even a little marmoset. I love to see the animals, but if you have depends seem a little small and I like to see the animals have lots and lots of space. I think if you have kids that are easily intimidated and scared, dear might be too aggressive for them. My kids would have been fine, but I know people with children who would probably start crying, so keep that in mind.

The Day I Was Mugged by Deer (In the Best Way)…read more If you're driving through Northern Arizona and see a sign for Grand Canyon Deer Farm, pull over immediately. Trust me. This place is basically a 10-acre animal park where the deer run the show... and they know exactly who has snacks. The moment you walk in with a cup of feed, you instantly become the most popular human in the entire forest. Deer appear out of nowhere like fuzzy little snack detectives. One minute you're calmly feeding one deer, the next you're surrounded by a polite but very determined deer mob inspecting your pockets, shoelaces, and possibly your soul. And honestly... it's amazing. The deer are incredibly friendly and will happily eat right out of your hand. You can pet them, feed them, and get pictures that look like you're starring in your own Disney movie. But it's not just deer. There are wallabies, llamas, goats, bison, peacocks, and other animals wandering around the farm, so it feels like a mini zoo adventure where everything is up close and interactive. Admission is very reasonable for such a unique experience: * Adults: about $20 * Seniors: about $17 * Children: about $12 * Kids under 3 are free They are open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM (spring/summer) and 10 AM - 5 PM in winter, making it an easy stop if you're heading to the Grand Canyon or exploring Williams. And don't skip the gift shop when you walk in. It's actually really cool and full of niche treasures -- crystals, jewelry, souvenirs, gifts, and all kinds of fun stuff. It's the kind of place where you walk in thinking you'll just look around and somehow leave holding crystals, a bracelet, and a Route 66 souvenir you didn't know you needed. The whole place has this quirky, old-school Arizona roadside attraction vibe that makes it even more charming. If you love animals, road trip stops, or the idea of being gently harassed by extremely adorable deer for snacks... this place is a must. Overall Rating: 10/10 would absolutely get surrounded by snack-seeking deer again.

We enjoyed seeing and learning about various North American, South America, and Latin American…read morewildlife here and got to see the Peregrine Falcon, Black Bear, Mexican Grey Wolf, and Panther being fed. There is a variety of wildlife, staff was very friendly and knowledgeable, parking was easy and by a lake which we hiked to after our visit here. There is also a playground and splash pad for the children.

A+ zoo, it's definitely a small town zoo and it focuses primarily on rescuing animals that for…read morevarious reasons end up there for survival. Zoo is reasonably priced and of course family friendly with a playground, gift shop, petting zoo and picnic area. As it is a smaller zoo, if you go during off-peak times, you'll practically be getting the whole zoo to yourself. I highly recommend an off-peak hours visit. The Animals for the most part don't appear to be annoyed at their human visitors. The Bear exhibit is pretty cool If you go in with small town zoo expectations, you'll have a great time here. Highly recommend.

Young chickens caged in filthy over crowded cages…read more Flies all over the birds and the odor is terrible. Please clean this up for the health of the birds. Perhaps you could have a sale to clear out the over population.

Seems like this business has maybe changed hands... from a feed store to a liquor store (based on…read morethe 2+ yrs old reviews). If that's the case, I have some advice for the proprietors: People hanging out in the whiskey section who DON'T work there, just chatting with the cashier, do NOT need to interact or intimidate customers who enter looking to make a purchase. If they want to hit on her, ask her out AFTER hours. If they actually want to help, the proper verbiage is, "Can I help you find something?"... NOT: "Hey, are you LOOKING for something...?"