About our alpaca herd
The Ajmaraya Alpaca Farm currently consists of 38 alpacas (14 males and 24 females). Alpacas are divided into two breeds: Huacaya (with dense, fluffy fleece like a little sheep) and Suri (with silky, lustrous locks resembling dreadlocks). Representatives of both of these breeds live in our herd (13 Suri and 25 Huacaya).
Alpacas are accustomed to human presence from birth, halter-trained, and well-socialized. Animals from our farm participate, among others, in alpaca therapy sessions run by the Llamerada Foundation. Our alpacas love crunchy carrots, which are their favorite healthy treat!
Beginnings of the stud (since 2017)
It all started with a passion for permaculture gardens and the search for the best manure. The first thought was: maybe goats, horses...? Alpacas turned out to be a bullseye and love at first sight. In 2017, the first six alpacas flew in from Chile: one boy and five girls. Today, the herd counts nearly 40 animals.
Cria births in 2024
Every year our herd grows with new babies (cria). In 2024, 5 wonderful cria were born on our farm: Mimi Mamba, Chacha, Amber, Rambo, and Ringo. Their first steps in the meadow are the most beautiful reward for daily breeding care.
What does the name Ajmaraya mean?
Aymaras is an indigenous South American people speaking the Aymara language, inhabiting areas of present-day Peru, Bolivia, and Chile at the foot of the Andes. They built a highly developed civilization and lived in profound harmony with nature for thousands of years, herding alpacas and llamas, weaving, and farming.
Beliefs of the Aymara people
The Aymara people believe in the guardian spirits of nature: Ap'alani (a celestial spirit bringing rain and fertility) and Ipoqapaqa – a mythical mountain spirit considered the rightful owner and protector of all alpacas, llamas, and wild vicuñas. The name of our breeding farm pays tribute to this ancient bond between man and animal.
Learn about Huacaya and Suri breeds
Learn more about Andean alpacas, their fleece, and breeding principles.
Photo Gallery
Snapshots from life at the Ajmaraya farm. Click to enlarge the photo.