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    4.5 (94 reviews)
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    I think these were the males
    Lilian A.

    This place is a cool. I've never been to an alpaca farm so this was adorable to me. I was worried of being spat on or bitten but I'm happy to report that I came out dry and in one piece. From the parking to the actual farm there's a lot of grass and gravel to walk on so don't wear heels or wedges. The parking was free and the entrance was $8 per person. We had a 2yo in the group and they let him in for free. There's not much to do here but pet the alpaca in their little area and maybe buy some cool/ cute items made with alpaca fur. I don't know who thought of this but there was an out of the box thinker.... They have an area to do Yoga with the Alpacas roaming freely around you!!! I mean, like... that looked awesome. There were at least 20 people doing yoga with one instructor and I don't know how many alpacas. I will say this, it was in the sun so take lots of water. I did see rolled up yoga mats, I don't know if they were for purchase but I imagine so. If you're not going to do yoga I'd say that this place is good for like 15 mins. I enjoyed it though. It was a unique experience. Oh and something I found interesting, the alpacas didn't stink. I pet their cute hairy heads and was surprised to find that my hand didn't reek of dirty farm animal. So this was an added bonus for me .

    Baby alpaca 1
    Sharrun N.

    We stopped by on a whim and were so glad we did. The $10 admission fee was worth it since it supports the alpacas and the programs they offer All the signage along the walk it was entertaining and educational. We pet a few males, but they were kind of busy eating. Then seeing the females and babies was the best! Adorable babies in all colors. The little shop had beautiful items. Worth checking out

    Rebecca H.

    Even though I have an unusual predilection for all camelid mammals, Island Alpaca is a place I think everyone would enjoy. We stopped by during a visit to MV and managed to squeeze in about an hour before closing time. There are multiple areas to observe them being themselves. They eat hay right next to the fence so there are ample opportunities to get up close and personal and PET them which I highly recommend because they are SO FURRY. They're adorable. The staff is also very nice. They offered us the ability to stand in the barn and watch them run by as they were taken into their "nighttime" section of the farm at closing time. I believe they have special events like alpaca yoga but this was not an option the week of our visit/week of easter. They also sell them. If only my car was big enough to fit a few of them in there I might have taken some home.

    Desiree K.

    We had such a fun time at Island Alpaca. It was such a wholesome experience and would recommend it to people of all ages. The alpaca were just so cute and precious. With any animal, it's important to use caution and be observant of their behaviors. These alpaca were just so gentle and soft. They made the cutest little noises. The babies were just so precious as well. The gift shop has lots of items made with the fur. They were beautiful and pricey but you see where the fur comes from. I bought a variety of trinkets including a little alpaca magnet, which I fell in love with. I love experiences like this and had a great time. The admission is close to nothing and it was well worth the trip.

    Baby P
    Damien S.

    If you're gonna do it, go full alpaca with a walking tour, a deep dive in how to raise your own alpacas, and of course, a behind-the-fence snuggle sesh with the cutesy-wutesy widdle babies. THEY'RE SO FRIGGIN SOFT. Please don't go in comparing this lovely respite to, say, an OstrichLand in Solvang, CA (what? You've never heard of OstrichLand?! Gohrrrrrl...), as it's largely a spectator attraction with a pricey gift shop attached. The alpacas comfort and safety is paramount, so they will take advantage of the ample space away from the reaching paws of these weird bipedal adolescent mammals calling to them and snapping their digits. But then there are always a few who love fuzzy butt scatches, so yes ye of the tactilely persuaded ilk, you will get to pet an alpaca. Otherwise, you can learn a lot, put in your suggestion for the newborns' names, and know you're donating your admission fee to a really sweet space. But seriously, be a full-on Wool Don and reserve the behind-the-scenes tour. You'll never feel more squeeeee.

    Andrea P.

    If you are on Martha's Vineyard this is a must place to visit! It's sure to bring the kid out in you! We arrived as soon as they opened and did the self guided tour, which is really two pens of alpaca's one for the males and the other for the females and babies. Depending how long you want to watch them this really only takes about 30 minutes, One of the workers was in the female pen she was so friendly and very informative of the animals so we were there a little longer talking with her. We happen to catch a couple alpacas out of their pens and were able to get a picture with them! That definitely made my day. They are very calm animals, and so many different colors. The gift shop has so many beautiful things to choose from a lot from which local islanders make. All the staff here was extremely nice and very informative.

    Gift shop
    Teena S.

    If you run out of things to do on the Vineyard, this is a cute little place. You do a self guided tour and there are 2 areas of alpacas. The males and the females with the baby alpaca. I can't imagine you will spend more than 30 minutes here unless you get stuck at the gift shop. The gift shop has a lot of llama items. If you want alpacas, you need to look for them. They have a lot items made from alpaca fur and clothing items.

    Adorable!!!
    Diane C.

    OMG, I felt like a very happy child visiting "Island Alpaca"!!! The alpacas are so sweet and docile. I know I sound silly, but they are like live stuffed animals. Their faces look almost cartoon like. They have large soulful eyes, big eyelashes and a smile that will melt your heart. The alpacas range in shades from Light Blonde to Dark Brown. The alpacas look like they're very well cared for. They are very well groomed and always have plenty to eat. Sounds like a great life! During our recent visit, we saw a very young alpaca healing from a femur replacement. You could see where the fur was shaved. This little guy was really getting around very well. Please check out his pic! There is an adorable gift shop with many stuffed alpacas, alpaca yarn, alpaca wearable goods and other items. By the way, I saw alpaca fertilizer for sale next to the gift shop! LOL.... Island Alpaca is a must stop when visiting Martha's Vineyard!!! It's only a $5.00 entry fee! I definitely would make a return visit!

    Jannet C.

    This was a fun stop on our tour of Martha's Vineyard. We got to see and pet the alpacas on the farm. They were so cute with their haircuts, reminds me kinda like the 80s music stars. There is also a shop inside that you can purchase stuff made from alpaca wool. This place is definitely a fun, unique surprise away from the outdoor beach, history and shopping activities of the island.

    Me and Khan D'or. Buds already!
    Kim Y.

    10/10 would highly recommend. From getting more information with Izzy via Instagram (i.e. how to reserve a spot online for walking alpaca to where to park when I arrive) to walking the alpacas with Taylor (we learned so much about alpacas; she's very knowledgeable!). The entire experience was easy and so much fun/memorable. I even left with a couple of souvenirs that I bought with Lexie at the gift shop. And I got tons of photos! I recommend going off season. My boyfriend and I had the entire farm to ourselves and it was awesome!

    Lana L.

    My boyfriend and I took the ferry over to Martha's Vineyard and our first stop was Island Alpaca. There was only a $5 admission fee per person. We spent around half an hour observing and petting the adorable alpacas. (Who doesn't love alpacas?!) They were soft, gentle, and beautiful. There was also a gift shop on the farm, but we spent most of our time outside with the alpacas. Definitely a great place to visit for both adults and kids!

    Look at all of these wonderful things that I bought. Perfect for gifts and for me!
    Michelle C.

    I had never been to Island Alpaca, several of my friends wanted to go and I thought that was a great idea. I really had not had any close interaction with alpacas. I got to get really close! I found them to be amazingly sweet. I could not get over their cute faces. I can't wait to go back again. It's a beautiful spot. The store is amazing. I bought a pair of socks, a hat, and a little alpaca ornament while I was there. I love the socks and hat so much, so soft and warm, I had to order more socks and some gloves too! I love everything that I have received. And when I ordered online, my order came very quickly! Thank you Barbara and to your wonderful associates!

    Siobhan N.

    A must if you're visiting MV! The Alpacas are just fun to watch, both cute and strange looking at the same time All different shapes and sizes! The staff are all super friendly and informative, they know their stuff. The whole experience is a fun one, very unique, and the gift shop is filled with cool Alpaca souvenirs. I got myself an Alpaca shirt and a cute little Alpaca pin! A fun, low-key activity for all the family!

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    Very sweet and you even get to pet the alpacas! The gift shop is full of great alpaca goods and yarn made from the alpacas on the farm.

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    What an amazing Jewel right down in Saunderstown! This real working farm is jam packed with…read morehistory, a farm house, farm structures and life stock. The docent was so knowledge and a sweet spirited lady who truly knew history and agriculture alike. Do not miss this amazing place! Every Saturday they also have the best farmers market!

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