Go Hiking With Llamas In New Mexico For An Adventure Unlike Any Other

Wild Earth is New Mexico's oldest and most seasoned llama trekking adventure, serving Taos and Santa Fe since 1993. Whether it's a single or multi-day hike, there's something for everyone, and the lovable llamas are sure to steal your heart.

Whether it be a day hike with a gourmet lunch, or a longer, multi-day excursion, you'll learn much about New Mexico's wilderness while seeing it up close.

The adventures are made possible by permits in the Carson and Santa Fe National Forests. This allows Wild Earth and their llamas to take you through Wheeler Peak Wilderness Area, The Valle Vidal, and many other untouched parts of New Mexico's most beautiful nature spots.

Every guide at Wild Earth knows these areas intimately and can adjust each experience based on the participants. If you ever have a question, you can rest assured that your guides know what they're doing, as they are professionally trained and certified, and very experienced. They also choose base camps and hikes that are very rarely visited so everyone can get a true remote-feeling wilderness experience. Groups are kept small for this reason as well.

For thousands of years, llamas have been helping people carry their things. Being a part of the camel family, they've honed in on survival instincts and can thrive in nearly any weather. Llamas are the perfect high-altitude hiking companions and do virtually no damage to fragile mountain trails. They're alert, curious, and walk at a perfectly even pace. Llamas are truly unique creatures and are as happy to be hiking as we are.

While llama trekking has become a relaxing way to hike with these gentle creatures, Wild Earth started because many llamas weren't being treated right. When starting out, they came to a sad realization that there were many unwanted llamas out there. People would tend to get them as an exotic pet, and later realize that they weren't ready to get into the llama market. Wild Earth is home to their very own rescue ranch, and have now adopted more than 26 unwanted llamas. They will often travel for days to rescue a llama out of love. Wild Earth is not looking to breed or sell these animals; they just value them so greatly that they want to provide a home. All donations go directly to the care of these wonderful creatures.

Wild Earth's "Lunch with a Llama" hike is one of the most popular day-hikes. There are also overnight hikes, as well as 2-3 day adventures. Each hike is complete with a "Backcountry Gourmet" meal. The llamas pack a full kitchen, and Wild Earth serves up an unforgettable meal, as their head guide also doubles as a chef! Please let Wild Earth know of any dietary restrictions, as the menu changes often.

Wild Earth Llama Adventures serves Taos, Santa Fe, and the surrounding areas with many different trailheads within the Carson National Forest and Santa Fe National Forest. For more information, pricing, and more, you can visit their website right here.