Hikers everywhere are rediscovering the natural mountaineering ability of this South American member of the camel family.   Llamas have been bred for centuries in the rugged Andes Mountains where they negotiate the most challenging terrain with remarkable surefootedness, carrying loads up to 100 lbs.

Llamas come in all sizes and colors.  The average llama weighs between 300 - 400 pounds.   They are browsers and do well in the backcountry on available forage and llama treats.

Imagine the pleasure of leading a trained llama up a trail with YOUR pack on his back !!    Strong and gentle, quiet and agile, llamas are the perfect trail companion with no more impact on the ecology than a deer.  They can be easily led by those with no previous experience handling pack stock, and even by children. 

     Wayfaring Traveler Llama Ranch (WTR) is proud to have the ONLY llamas in the state of Wyoming that hold the Pack Llama Trail Association's (PLTA) highest award as "Master Packer".   Zasu Wayfarer, our master stud, PPLP Radar, Bola De Neava, Groucho Wayfarer, and Harpo Wayfarer are llamas of distinction.   But we can't leave out our Esparado who was rated as "Advanced Packer" only due to his young age.   Each time, at his 4 trials, he was handled by a complete stranger to llamas.   He just does whatever is asked.   
     Each year the ranch seeks to qualify two llamas that exhibit the "Master Packer" qualities.    BJ & Mike travel thousands of miles each year just to demonstrate their llama menageries abilities.   Mike is a PLTA Course Certifier and has experience in what to look for in a good packing llama and the tempest they must go through to qualify.

Day Hikes with Llamas on Table Mtn. 

If you wish to take a hike to the top of Table Mtn and see the scope of the Big Horn Basin WTR will furnish a llama and lunch for 2 for $45.  Guided trips to fill you in on local lore, wildlife, plants, and geology will have an additional cost of $25/hr extra.

WTR Rents Llamas 

For those who are experienced backpackers and wish not to carry their load, and want assistance other than horses, WTR  will rent llamas with packs.  The cost will be:
                      $45/day/llama for up to 4 days
                                $40/day/llama for 5-8 days
                                           $35/day/llama for 9+ days.
A minimum of two (2) llamas is required as llamas are social, herd orientated animals who prefer the company of other llamas.   Included are their saddles, packs, brushes, scales, llama 1st Aid mat'ls,  and treats.   

A one time, full day of instruction is required by WTR before your trip ($55).  WTR will transport your pack llamas to and from the trailhead for a base charge of $25 + $.70/mile round trip.   Or, WTR has Stock Inserts to rent out for full size pickups for $35.   WTR llamas are also trained to ride in full size vans or mini vans.

NOTE:    A 50% deposit is required for llama rentals.   The deposit is non-refundable within 30 days of the scheduled time.    Cancellations or changes to your reservations prior to 30 days of the scheduled arrival will result in a refund less a processing fee ($150.00).   A Llama Lease Agreement is required for those leasing llamas and equipment.   The balance is due before you start on your llama trek.   If Wayfaring Traveler Ranch is forced to cancel a trip, all money received will be refundable.

Risk Liability Waiver
While enjoying our facilities, BLM lands, or Forest Service lands, there are inherent risks and hazards - handling llamas, encountering unpredictable animals, fishing in remote areas, hiking, cycling, and life on a ranch in general, all pose the potential for an accident. For this reason, we require that you visit at your own risk, and sign a liability release.