When we're not working to conserve wildlife, we're playing with our Llamas. Kingbilli's Llama Eco-Experiences give our visitors the best of both worlds!
   
 

Llamas are the most environmentally friendly pets anyone can own. So when our visitors wish to sit back with a glass of wine and absorb the magic of the Australian bush … who better to keep them company than a Llama?

These fascinating creatures are members of the Camelid family, related to the Dromedary and Bactrian Camels, as well as the Alpaca, Guanaco and wild Vicuña. Regal, intelligent and incurably curious, they've been a much loved part of our lives for over a decade, a constant source of fun and gentle companionship.

For thousands of years in their native homeland of South America, Llamas provided their Incan masters with their sole mode of transporting goods.

Today, in the 21st century our transportation is somewhat more high-powered, in keeping with the rapid pace of modern living. Occasionally however, one needs to take a break … to pause a moment, and rediscover life's simple pleasures.

Each of our Llama Eco-Experiences provides the perfect opportunity to do just that, to soothe the psyche and recapture that inner sense of peace and well-being. A delicious meal under a shady

tree … a bottle of wine ... a gently humming Llama companion ... what more could anyone ask?
 

Experience Option 1: Llakeside Llama Lluncheon

 

Just around the corner from our Wildlife Rescue Centre, Kingbilli's three largest dams converge, creating the ideal site for our expanding Waterbird Wetlands and slowly-developing Possum Wood. Here, multi-stage revegetation is taking place to provide prime habitat for furred and feathered friends alike.

  

Supporting lush green grass and surrounded by stretches of water enhanced by the leafy relections of eucalypts, this is where many of our rehabilitated Kangaroos and Wallabies enjoy their first taste of freedom. Thus it is also the domain of our main Llama herd, as it is their job to protect these vulnerable wildlife youngsters from the omnipresent threats of feral predators.

And beneath the corridor of tall eucalypts and shady pines (a favourite with our Cockatoos!), nestles a secluded picnic table beside which the Llamas come each day to sit, or take the occasional dip in the cool waters. Within easy walking distance of your cottage, you may rest and relax under the companiable and protective gaze of these four-legged friends, whilst they hum their hypnotic lullaby and you indulge yourselves in a delectable picnic, complete with a bottle of wine.

 

Llama Luncheons take approximately 1½ - 2 hours, are suitable for all ages and do not require any special level of fitness. Everything is included, and all you need do is follow your Guide to this lovely spot, where the Llamas and your picnic will be waiting for you.

Booking Type Per AdultPickup Time
   
Llakeside Llama Lluncheon$45.00 12:00pm
(available September to May, weather permitting)  
   
Llakeside Llama Supper$55.00 6:00pm
(available during Daylight Saving months only)
 
Children : $20.00 each
 
 
Experience Option 2: Llama Eco-Trek - not for the faint-hearted!
 
For the more adventurous Llama connoisseur, the "extreme Llama experience" can be found in our Llama Eco-Treks. These take place through 'Blue Gully', Kingbilli's own private wildlife sanctuary, which covers 60 acres of hill-country, revegetated to its natural bushland state, the sanctuary is home to nearly 200 species of native birds and animals, living wild and free in a safe and tranquil habitat.
 
A steep but shaded trail winds 2-3 kilometres through the hillcountry before reaching a peaceful ridge-top spot with breathtaking views across the Cathedral Valley to the Great Dividing Range. Along the way, you may encounter Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Swamp Wallabies, Bare-Nosed Wombats, Koalas, Echidnas … and a wealth of native birds ducking, diving and singing contentedly in the shrubbery.

 
If you wish, your Guide will alert you to footprints, nests and other traces of those less visible residents, such as Possums, Gliders, Bandicoots, Antechinuses ... and more!
 

Some of these animals have been released from Kingbilli's Wildlife Rescue Centre, whilst many are wild individuals who have chosen Blue Gully as their home because of its unique safety and habitat quality.

At the top of the hill - whilst your Guide unpacks the saddlebags and the Llamas settle down with a snack - there's time to photograph the 360 degree views and perhaps, even a majestic Wedge-Tailed Eagle soaring overhead.

Then, after a leisurely meal and a bottle of wine, it's simply a gentle walk downhill via a secondary route back to civilization.

Georgina trekking with Talk to the Animals
presenter, Des Dowling.
 

Please note, when we say trek, we mean trek! and you do have to walk alongside your llamas - they are not ridden! Hence, a sound level of fitness is definitely required. (Not suitable for very young children).

Llama Eco-Treks take 2½ - 3 hours, with costs as follows...

 
Booking Type Per AdultPickup Time
   
Al Fresco Luncheon Eco-Trek$80.00 11:30am
(available September to May, weather permitting)  
   
Sunset Supper Eco-Trek$90.00 5:00pm
(available during Daylight Saving months only)
 
Children : $40.00 each
 
 

Llama Eco-Experiences are only available to Kingbilli's resident guests, and as these are especially popular, bookings are essential. A 50% deposit ... and a minimum of 48 hours notice prior to your arrival is required. Our minimum booking is two people.

To book your special Llama Eco-Experience, telephone 03 5774 7302 or email kb@kingbilli.com.au

 
Please note: Llama Experiences are not available Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day.
  
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