Route 2: Mississauga • Islington Station • York Mills Station
Alpaca Farm Experience + Presqu'ile Provincial Park Nature Trip
Walk the alpacas and learn all about them at an Alpaca farm. Enjoy the nature trails and lighthouse at Presqu'ile Provincial Park. Lunch and shopping opportunity at The Big Apple!

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Photo courtesy Northumberland County Tourism
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life with a day trip to both an alpaca farm and Presqu'ile Provincial Park.

Begin your day by visiting Presqu'ile Provincial Park to enjoy nature trails which wind through forests, wetlands, and meadows. Take in stunning views of Lake Ontario and keep an eye out for the park's diverse wildlife, including waterfowl, songbirds, and even monarch butterflies. You also get to visit the historic Presqu'ile Provincial Park Lighthouse, a stunning landmark that overlooks the lake. 
After a lunch and shopping stop at The Big Apple, we visit Old Mill Alpacas where the owner Amy and her team will educate us all about alpacas and you will have an opportunity to interact with these gentle animals and take them for a walk on a guided trek.  See how alpacas wool is turned into fiber and yarn and of course a shopping opportunity awaits in their store.

Tour Dates

1-Day Trip
Sun May 26, 2024
Full refund if you cancel for any reason at least 7 days before departure.

Price

$149 per person
All prices are per person, in Canadian dollars. All taxes and tips are included!

Pickup Locations

8:10 AM Mississauga Hurontario & Courtney Park Drive
8:45 AM Islington Station
9:20 AM York Mills Station
To book over the phone
please call (866) 208-2950

Inclusions

  • Round trip transportation on deluxe coach with a washroom and WiFi.
  • Admission and day use fee at Presqu'ile Provincial Park. Self guided visit along trails and at the lighthouse.
  • Alpaca Farm visit. Guided tour of the animal pens, walk with the alpacas.
  • Stop at The Big Apple for lunch and shopping. Lunch on your own.
  • Escorted tour with ShortTrips.ca tour director available during the tour.
  • All tips and taxes included.

Approximate Return Times

  • York Mills Station 8:05 PM
  • Islington Station 8:40 PM
  • Mississauga 9:05 PM

Deposits, Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • 100% full refund if you cancel at least 7 days before the trip departure date. 
  • Sorry but no refunds if cancellation is received less then 7 days before trip departure date. 
  • Your seat is fully transferable to anyone else up to the time of departure without penalty. 

Travelling With Children

  • Children 10+ are welcome on this tour. Price is same as that for adults. 

Trip Highlights

Old Mill Alpacas

It all started with Eric (closet knitter) and Amy (self-proclaimed fiber fanatic). After being introduced to alpaca yarn, Eric informed Amy that “surprise, surprise” there are Alpacas in Ontario. Within 10 days of visiting an Alpaca Farm, they had purchased their starter herd of 6 Alpacas (two males and four females). They now have a farm of over 100 Alpacas (plus many more animals) happily gallivanting through their 24 acre farm.  

Alpaca fleece is lanolin free (hypo-allergenic), it wicks away 30-35% of moisture, it is 5-6 times warmer than wool, it isn’t itchy, it’s fire retardant. and the best part; due to its fine micron, alpaca is buttery soft!

From their own alpaca fleece they make their own line of duvets, blankets, throws, travel pillows, pet beds, and many other products and you will have a chance to not only be introduced to the herd but to also browse and shop through their extensive selection of alpaca products. 

What's An Alpaca?

In case you were wondering, an alpaca is a domesticated species of South American camel that closely resembles a small llama in appearance.

Alpaca herds are primarily found in the Andes of southern Peru, northern Bolivia, Ecuador, and northern Chile. Alpacas are considerably smaller than llamas, and unlike llamas, they were bred specifically for their fiber.

Alpaca fiber is used for making knitted and woven items, similar to wool. These items include blankets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, a wide variety of textiles, ponchos sweaters, socks, coats and bedding

Presqu'ile Provincial Park

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Photo courtesy Friends of Presqu'ile Provincial Park
Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Ontario, Presqu'ile Provincial Park beckons with its natural beauty and abundant wildlife. This enchanting oasis is perfect for enjoying a leisurely stroll along the shoreline. Nature enthusiasts will delight in the park's diverse ecosystems, from lush forests to serene marshlands.

You will have an opportunity to explore one of the park's scenic trails. Keep your eyes peeled for majestic species like great blue herons, ospreys, and even the elusive snowy owl. You will also have a chance to spend some time at the Presqu'ile Lighthouse  which offers a glimpse into Ontario's maritime past.

The Big Apple

We stop at the "Big Apple" for lunch and shopping. 

Sample some of their delicious pies well as get a chance to shop for some of their pies, cakes, baked goods and jams etc. 

For a look at their menu, please click here.