Our family has been devoted to farming for generations, and over the years, we have amassed a wealth of knowledge about farming in the Mackenzie country. One of the highlights of our farm is that we have a rich history of farming merino sheep at Mt Hay. Our station is a fully operational farm, and we are excited to share our unique Mt Hay Farm Experience which includes sheep shearing & mustering demonstration.
Come and visit a real working Merino Sheep Station 5km from Lake Tekapo Village. Mt Hay Station is 150 years old and is located on the eastern shores of Lake Tekapo. This Farm Animal tour is located near you, on the shores of Lake Tekapo, surrounded by large mountains.
One of our farmers will shear the sheep, and you will see and feel the wool taken off the merino sheep. Learn all about how merino sheep wool is turned from wool in clothes.
Watch how we use two different types of dogs to round up the sheep. Meet the dogs and watch them work their magic with the sheep.
We have Merino sheep races with a prize for the winners. Come see if you can pick the winning sheep! You can even have a chat with your sheep prior to the race and offer some words of encouragement!
9am & 4pm daily.
1 hour.
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Drinking Water
Go Tekapo owns 50,000 acres of farmland in Lake Tekapo that is home to 12,000 Merino Sheep, 600 Angus Beef Cattle, 30 Horses, and 15 Alpaca.
We’ve dedicated ourselves to the goal of sustainable farming and are very proud to have reached the milestone of becoming a “carbon positive” farm and have achieved the highest possible grade in our most recent sustainability audit.
We have now opened access to our land for a variety of tourism operations, from a family friendly petting zoo & farm tours to stargazing, bespoke fishing & hunting tours. Our aim is to provide visitors to Lake Tekapo the option to experience the High-Country adventure of their choice.
Phone
027 900 0335
Email
[email protected]
Address
Kiwi Treasure & Information Centre (12 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo)
Region
Central South Island
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