Hike & Lunch with Llamas

A llama selfie is a good way to start a day. This hike and lunch at Dancing Goat Therapy Farm blends hands-on farm time with a gentle countryside walk. I also like that you get a real meal built around farm-fresh ingredients, not a token snack. The main catch is simple: it is weather-dependent, so plan for a possible reschedule.

You will begin with barnyard birds and other animals right at the farm, then switch gears to a calm walk with llamas and goats through pastures and along the river area. You are not rushing or covering big distances. After you work up an appetite, you finish with a 10-inch wood-fired pizza served outdoors with the farm as your backdrop.

This is also a private activity for your group, which makes the whole flow feel more relaxed and personal. The downside to know upfront is that the pace is meant to be slow, so if you want a workout-style hike, this may feel too easy.

Key Highlights You Will Remember

• Barnyard petting zoo time with chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and more birds
• Gentle llama and goat walk through pastures, a woodlot, and near the river
• Friendly selfie moments with the llamas, plus an up-close meet-and-greet
• Wood-fired 10-inch pizza lunch made with farm-fresh ingredients
• Option to watch or take part in pizza making if timing lines up
• Fits all ages and abilities with a slow-paced route in the countryside

Entering Dancing Goat Therapy Farm: Barnyard Animals Up Close

Your experience starts at Dancing Goat Therapy Farm, at 1072 Tripp Settlement Rd, Burtts Corner, New Brunswick. When you arrive, you shift into farm mode right away, with a warm welcome from the people running the show.

The first stretch is all about the barnyard. You will spend time around chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and other birds. You can hang out with them and feed them, and if the farm has eggs available, you may be able to gather fresh ones. It is the kind of activity where the animals are the main event, not props in a photo setup.

This part matters more than it sounds. Getting close to animals early helps you settle in, and it also sets expectations for the rest of the visit. By the time you meet the llamas and goats, you are already in the right mindset: slow, calm, and ready to pay attention to how animals move around people.

Practical tip: approach feeding calmly and keep your hands steady. Even friendly animals notice fast movements. If you have kids, it helps to have a quick plan for how they will take turns feeding and taking photos.

Llama and Goat Countryside Walk: A Real Slow Pace

After the barnyard intro, you meet the llamas and goats for a slow walk through the countryside. The route goes through their pastures, includes a woodlot, and follows along the river area. This is not about distance. It is about being out there long enough to feel the farm around you.

The host explains that the llamas have a unique way of calming minds and soothing stress, and the whole experience is designed to help you connect with the animals and with other people in your group. Whether you think of it as animal therapy or just good company, the effect is built into the pacing. The walk is suited for all ages and ability levels, so you do not need to be a hiker.

You should also keep an eye out for local wildlife as you go. Because you are walking in a countryside setting with birds and natural areas nearby, there is a decent chance you will spot movement that makes you pause and look. Bring a camera if you like wildlife details, but also put some energy into watching quietly. Not everything is for a photo.

One consideration: this walk is intentionally unhurried. If you are the type who measures a day by how many trails you check off, you may find it short on intensity. On the flip side, if you want fresh air, gentle scenery, and an animal encounter that feels personal, this pace is the point.

Lunch With Wood-Fired Pizza and Farm-Fresh Ingredients

Once the walk ends, you head into the lunch portion with the llamas in their pastures nearby. The dining area is set outdoors, with farm backdrops around you. It feels like a picnic-style meal, but with a proper sit-down setup that makes it easy to relax after time on your feet.

Each guest is served a 10-inch wood-fired pizza made with farm-fresh ingredients. The menu options listed include cheese pizza, Hawaiian pizza, and meat pizza. That is a clear, simple set of choices, which is great for planning, but it also means your options are limited compared to a full restaurant menu.

Here is where this experience adds extra fun: you may have a chance to be part of the pizza making experience. Imagine tossing pizza in open air or watching it cook in the wood-fired oven. Even if you are just watching, you will get a better sense of why the pizza tastes the way it does. When you see dough, heat, and hands at work, the meal feels more connected to the farm day as a whole.

Meal timing is flexible too. The farm notes that you can pick a date and time, and the pizza can be breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you like eating at a specific time to match your travel schedule, this flexibility helps you avoid the typical, stuck-in-one-slot feeling.

Practical note for planning: since the experience runs about 2 hours total, you likely will not linger for a long second course. So if you are prone to late-museum-style snacking habits, enjoy this meal as the main anchor of your schedule.

Price and Value: What $56.20 Buys You

At $56.20 per person, this is priced like a focused, all-in farm experience rather than a standalone animal interaction. In return, you get a bundle that would cost more if you pieced it together separately: time with barnyard birds and farm animals, a guided slow walk with llamas and goats, plus lunch with a wood-fired pizza.

Duration is about 2 hours. That matters because it makes the experience easy to slot into a road trip day. You do not need half a day to get a meaningful animal encounter and a real meal. The time also supports the intended vibe. You stay engaged, but you are not worn out at the end.

The experience is also private for your group. Private does not always mean fancy, but it usually means you get more comfortable pacing and less waiting around. In a farm setting, that can make the difference between an activity that feels crowded and one that feels calm.

If you are deciding whether this is worth it for your budget, I would weigh two things first. Do you want an actual farm lunch with wood-fired pizza, not just animal viewing? And do you enjoy a gentle, guided pace? If the answer is yes, the price feels more like value than a splurge.

If the answer is no, the cost can feel harder to justify because the experience does not aim to be a high-adrenaline hike or an all-day tour.

Who This Tour Fits Best in New Brunswick

This is a strong pick for nature lovers who want a break from urban routines. The animal focus is friendly and approachable, and the walk is suited for all ages and abilities. That makes it a good family option, especially if kids (or adults) like animals and hands-on farm moments.

It is also a great fit if you want a calmer kind of travel day. The slow-paced countryside walk, plus the idea of the llamas helping you settle your mind, makes it feel more like wellbeing travel than ticking off landmarks.

You do not need special travel skills to enjoy it. You do not need to navigate complex paths or manage long distances. The flow is straightforward: barnyard start, llama and goat walk, then outdoor pizza lunch.

One group that might not love it: people chasing big views from strenuous trails. The scenery is rural and peaceful, but the emphasis is the animals and the pace. Another consideration is food expectations. The pizza options listed are cheese, Hawaiian, and meat. If you require a very specific diet, you should plan carefully and confirm what is available when you book.

If you travel with a service animal, note that service animals are allowed, which is helpful to know for planning a smooth visit.

Planning Tips: Meeting Point, Timing, and Weather Sense

The meeting point is 1072 Tripp Settlement Rd in Burtts Corner, New Brunswick, E6L 1X8. The activity ends back at the meeting point, so you can treat it like a closed-loop stop in your day plan.

Opening hours are listed as Monday through Saturday, from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The full activity window runs across the year range shown for 2024 into 2027, so you will likely find workable dates if you are traveling during that span.

Two practical realities to plan around:

First, the experience requires good weather. If weather is poor, it can be canceled, and you will be offered a different date or a full refund. Second, it requires a minimum number of travelers. If that minimum is not met, you will also be offered an alternate date or a full refund.

So if your travel calendar is tight, it helps to book early and keep one flexible day. Farming is weather-driven, and that affects outdoor walks and outdoor dining.

What to bring is simple. Bring a camera for llama selfies, plus comfortable clothes for walking on farm paths. You do not need hiking gear, but you do want something sturdy enough for uneven ground that can happen in countryside routes. Also, if you are the type who gets cold in open air, a light layer helps for outdoor lunch.

Should You Book Hike and Lunch With Llamas?

Book it if you want an authentic farm day with real animal time and a proper wood-fired pizza lunch. I especially like the combination of barnyard animal interaction followed by a slow llama and goat walk and then a meal that feels connected to the farm itself. For families, nature lovers, and anyone who wants a calmer travel rhythm, it is a smart, low-stress choice.

Skip it or think twice if you want a hard hike, long distances, or a wide menu with lots of dietary options. The whole experience is designed for a gentle pace, and lunch choices are limited to the pizza styles listed.

If you like close-up farm moments, want a countryside walk that stays comfortable, and you are excited about pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven, this is the kind of trip that makes a short outing feel memorable.

FAQ

Where does the experience start and end?

It starts at 1072 Tripp Settlement Rd, Burtts Corner, NB E6L 1X8, Canada, and it ends back at the meeting point.

How long is the hike and lunch experience?

The duration is approximately 2 hours.

What do you eat during the pizza lunch?

Each guest is served a 10-inch wood-fired pizza made with farm-fresh ingredients. The menu options listed are cheese pizza, Hawaiian pizza, and meat pizza.

Is the tour private?

Yes. It is a private tour or activity, and only your group participates.

What animals are included?

You will spend time with barnyard animals including chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and many more birds, plus you will meet the llamas and goats for the countryside walk.

What should you know about weather and timing?

The experience requires good weather. It runs Monday through Saturday from 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and the farm notes that you may need to choose a date and time when booking.