Alpacas and lambs add extra interest to Skyline attraction

Andre the alpaca. Photo/Supplied

Skyline Rotorua has nine new additions - of the woolly variety - on their Mt Ngongotaha site.

Visitors have the opportunity to meet the seven pet lambs and two teenage alpacas that now live at Skyline.

Skyline general manager Bruce Thomasen said the animals were visible from the gondola cabins.

"Skyline has over 90 acres of land and one of the key reasons for having the livestock in the paddock is to keep the grass down. Prior to their arrival the paddocks had to be mowed constantly. We now have four- legged mowers.

"The alpaca, Andre and Olivier, have only recently joined our family and are settling in well with the lambs in paddocks located below the top terminal and the restaurant complex.

"Visitors can access the animal areas on some of our nature walks and are welcome to take photographs of their encounter."

Mr Thomasen said the animals had added another family fun experience that both domestic and international visitors were enjoying.

"While we are well known for our views, great food, and of course the luge, the lambs and alpaca offer visitors an opportunity to view and interact with some farm as well.

"Whilst some Kiwis take this for granted, a number of visitors just don't normally get this chance.

"We place a high importance on constantly innovating and evolving so that our offering remains fresh and interesting for visitors. This is another example of that."

"Alpaca have proven to be great, easy care animals and are already providing lots of fun and enjoyment for both our staff and visitors," Mr Thomasen said.