$80.78
Smoky Mountain Llama Treks in Cosby, TN
Smoky Mountain Llama Treks •
640 Padgett Mill Road • Cosby, TN 37722
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Get ready for a trekking adventure with a twist! Experience the Smoky Mountains with fluffy, friendly llamas by your side. Whether you prefer a relaxing walk or a more challenging hike, these trained pack-llamas will carry your gear while you explore scenic trails and make unforgettable memories.
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No special gear is required for the Llama Farm Visit. You’ll be under a covered area, and no hiking is involved.
The Padgett Mill Trek is approximately one hour long, taking you through scenic forested trails in the Smoky Mountains.
The trek is rated easy to moderate, with some elevation changes and uneven terrain.
No. While spitting is a natural behavior for llamas, they will not spit on hikers. These llamas have been thoroughly and properly trained. They are very gentle and do not exhibit aggressive behaviors such as biting, spitting or kicking, toward people. A llama may kick if it is startled, so Smoky Mountain Llama Treks cautions guests not to stand where the llamas cannot see them.
No, although they are great pack-animals, llamas cannot support weight directly on their spines. Pack saddles distribute weight evenly over the llama’s back and sides.
The llama may wander to the side of the trail to nibble on grass or leaves, but it will probably just stand and wait for you to pick it up.
There are only 3 plants that a llama should not eat. Your guide will show you pictures of them before you leave and will point them out as you pass them along the trails. If your llama grabs a bad leaf or two, there is no need to panic, a few leaves are harmless.
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Yes, there are one or two guides leading every trek. Guides are trained in CPR and emergency first aid to ensure your safety along the trails.
Small hiking groups are often combined. If others have reserved on the same day, all will hike together. If you would rather hike without others, please request a private hike when you make your reservation.
Yes, children are welcome on the Padgett Mill Trek as long as they are comfortable with the easy-to-moderate difficulty of the trail.
Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
No, unfamiliar dog(s) could upset the llamas (or vice versa).
The tour makes many frequent stops to rest and drink. If you need to rest longer or more often, please let your guide know.
They will not force hikers to continue if they feel they cannot go on. Hikers may return to the trailhead (on their own) while the rest of the group continues on the trek. If this should happen, unfortunately, you will not receive a refund.
All trails are circular loops and end up at the same trailhead where your trek began.
No, you must bring your own drinks. Please bring at least two drinks per person in hot summer months. They will provide coolers with ice that the llamas will carry for you.
No. Alcohol is not permitted.
Cameras, video cameras, cell phones (though you may not have cell service on all of the trails), sunglasses, sunscreen, binoculars, bug spray, any medications you may need, EpiPen® if you are concerned about allergic reactions.
Please do not bring MP3 players, games, or computers. Large purses and/or backpacks should also be left behind. If you feel you must bring extra items, you will have to carry them.
Yes, the Padgett Mill, Trident Trail and Moonshine treks have bathrooms.
Expect some mud on the trails if it has been rainy a few days before your trek.
The llamas usually ‘go’ while standing in water. While there may be some llama manure on the trails, you might not even notice it. A llama’s three-chamber digestive system is very efficient, and their manure contains less organic content than that of other livestock.
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