What do I receive when I adopt an alpaca?

Each adoption includes a personalised certificate, photo, welcome letter, and detailed fact file. Gold adopters also receive a farm visit and a guided walk with their alpaca.

Can I adopt an alpaca as a gift?

Yes. Alpaca adoptions make thoughtful gifts for birthdays, Christmas, or special occasions. We can deliver the pack directly to the recipient with a message.

How long does an alpaca adoption last?

Adoptions last for 12 months and can be renewed to continue supporting your chosen alpaca as it grows.

Can I visit the alpaca I adopt?

Yes. The Gold Adoption Pack includes a visit to Hensting Alpacas in Hampshire where you’ll meet your alpaca and explore the farm.

Do I need to live near Hampshire to adopt?

Not at all. We welcome adopters from across the UK. Your adoption pack can be sent by post or digitally.

What’s the difference between Silver and Gold adoption packs?

The Gold Pack includes a physical gift pack and farm visit. The Silver Pack is digital and ideal for remote supporters.

How do I adopt an alpaca at Hensting Alpacas?

Choose your favourite cria, select a Silver or Gold pack, complete the online form, and we’ll send your adoption materials right away.

Adopt an Alpaca in Hampshire | Hensting Alpacas UK

Adopt an alpaca at Hensting Alpacas in Hampshire. Choose your favourite cria and support its care with Gold or Silver packs. Ideal for gifts or animal lovers

Adopt an Alpaca in Hampshire – Meet the Cria of 2024

The Cria of 2024 are NOW AVAILABLE – They’ll be ready to walk from February 2025!

Hensting Gemini 2025

Born on 14th June 2024, Gemini had a very straightforward birth, she was born during the walk, so the visitors were able to witness her arrival. She is a healthy and beautiful looking cria (baby alpaca), She has a lovely white fleece. Gemini has thrived on her mother’s milk and, although cria begin to graze at about 2-3 weeks of age she won’t be weaned until 5-6 months of age, nutrition is always a real concern, and we have to make sure she gets plenty of hard feed as well as her mothers’ milk. The father does not have a role in the rearing of their young.

Hensting Luna 2025

Born on 14th June 2024, Luna had a very straightforward birth, in fact we arrived to find her waiting for us. She is a healthy and beautiful looking cria (baby alpaca), She has a lovely tuxedo grey fleece. Luna has thrived on her mother’s milk and, although cria begin to graze at about 2-3 weeks of age she won’t be weaned until 5-6 months of age, nutrition is always a real concern, and we have to make sure she gets plenty of hard feed as well as her mothers’ milk. The father does not have a role in the rearing of their young.

Hensting Galaxy 2025

Born on 9th July 2024, Galaxy had a very straightforward birth. Clematine was on her way down the field to breakfast, when Galaxy decided to arrive, she arrived quickly, and Clematine was able to enjoy her breakfast soon after! Galaxy was a healthy and beautiful looking cria (baby alpaca) with a solid black fleece. All is going well for Galaxy. She is the youngest of the cria born in 2024. Galaxy has a strong bond with her mother and has thrived on her milk. Although alpacas begin to graze at about 3 weeks of age, she will not be fully weaned until 5-6 months of age. Nutrition is always a real concern, and we need make sure she gets plenty of hard feed as well as her mother’s milk. The father does not have a role in the rearing of their young.

Hensting Eros 2025

Born on 11th June 2024, Eros had a very straightforward birth, he is Kahlua’s fourth cria and fourth generation on the farm. Along with his mum, Kahlua, we currently have his great-grandmother, Koala. his grandfather, Grand Design, his uncles, Ebony and Apollo, aunty, Merida and his brother Olaf on the farm. Eros is a healthy and beautiful looking cria (baby alpaca) with a solid white fleece. All is going well for Eros, he has a strong bond with his mother and has thrived on her milk, although, it has been interesting to see Erosalso form a bond with Sienna, another of our females . Although alpacas begin to graze at about 3 weeks of age, he won’t be fully weaned until 5-6 months of age. Nutrition is always a real concern, and we have to make sure he gets plenty of hard feed as well as his mother’s milk. The father does not have a role in the rearing of their young.

Hensting Apollo 2025

Born on 8th June 2024, Apollo had a very straightforward birth, arriving during the break between morning and afternoon walks. He is a healthy and beautiful looking cria (baby alpaca), Rhona was a wonderful mum to Apollo and he has thrived on his mother’s milk until we sadly lost her when he was 6 weeks old. We then stepped in and bottle fed him, he took a while to learn to trust us, but soon learned the bottle meant food and he also enjoyed a little tub of pellet feed each time. Although cria begin to graze at about 2-3 weeks of age he isn’t weaned until 5-6 months of age, nutrition is always a real concern, and we have to make sure he gets plenty of hard feed as well as milk. When mothers milk isn’t available we use goats milk as a substitute. The father does not have a role in the rearing of their young.

Hensting Abigail 2024

Discover the joy of nurturing and caring for a precious alpaca at Hensting Alpacas. Abigail, born on 3rd June 2023, embodies the essence of innocence and grace. Embrace the opportunity to adopt her and become part of her heartwarming journey. Your support ensures Abigail's well-being, making a significant difference in her life. Join us in fostering love and compassion, one alpaca at a time.

Adopt a Furry Friend Meet Hensting Merida 2024

Discover the joy of adopting your very own alpaca at Hensting Alpacas. Meet Merida, a delightful and healthy female cria born on 12th June 2023. With her stunning medium brown fleece and charming personality, Merida is the perfect addition to your family. Adopting Merida means not only gaining a lovable companion but also supporting responsible alpaca farming practices. Embrace the unique experience of alpaca adoption today!

Hensting Bazil 2023

The beautiful Bazil, named after this years theme of Herbs, had a straightforward and quick birth (known as ‘unpacking’) within the ...

Hensting Parsley 2023

Hensting Parsley Born on the 19th of May to his mother Fantasia, Parsley had a very straightforward natural birth, he is a beautiful ...

Hensting Sage 2023

Hensting Sage Born on 1st August 2022, Sage had a very straightforward birth, born on the farm. But then tragedy struck as Sages mum fell into ...

Hensting Lavender 2023

Hensting Lavender Born on 1st June 2022, lavender had a very straightforward birth, she is Rhonas first cria and fourth generation on the farm. ...

Why Adopt an Alpaca?

Looking for a unique gift or a way to support animal welfare? When you adopt an alpaca from Hensting Alpacas in Hampshire, you’re helping provide care for one of our beloved animals — and becoming part of their journey.

Our adoption packages make wonderful gifts for:

Animal lovers and families
School projects or educational groups
Birthdays, Christmas, or just because

Meet the Alpacas You Can Adopt

Hensting Gemini (2025): Calm, white-fleeced cria born during a walk
Hensting Luna (2025): Tuxedo grey female with a gentle nature
Hensting Galaxy (2025): Energetic jet black cria bonded closely with mum
Hensting Eros (2025): Confident male from our fourth-generation show line
Hensting Apollo (2025): Bottle-raised orphan — now thriving and friendly
Abigail, Merida, Bazil, Parsley, Sage: Older alpacas also available

Not ready to adopt? Book an alpaca walk and meet them in person first!

What’s Included in the Adoption Pack?

Gold Adoption Pack

A choice of alpaca for you or the adopter to select
A certificate of adoption
A colour photograph of your chosen alpaca
Alpaca Factsheet
Alpaca Profile (information about your alpaca)
A free Alpaca Walking Experience for two (worth £50) valid for 12 months)
A sample of your chosen alpaca’s fleece.
£3.50 postage and packaging

Silver Adoption Pack

A choice of alpaca for you or the adopter to select
A certificate of adoption
A colour photograph of your chosen alpaca
Alpaca Factsheet
Alpaca Profile (information about your alpaca)
A sample of your chosen alpaca’s fleece.
A keyring made from real alpaca fleece
£3.50 postage and packaging

Want a gift to go with your adoption? Visit our farm shop for alpaca toys, books, and fleece items.

How to Adopt

Browse the alpacas currently available above
Select your favourite and choose a Gold or Silver Pack
Complete the simple online form
We’ll post your adoption pack – Gold adopters can then schedule a farm visit

Why Choose Hensting Alpacas?

Located in beautiful Hampshire, Hensting Alpacas is home to over 40 alpacas, cared for to the highest standards. We’re fully licensed and follow British Alpaca Society (BAS) welfare guidelines.

Every adoption helps fund alpaca care, enrichment, and our community education programmes.

Looking for a deeper connection? Combine adoption with an alpaca walking experience.

Contact Us

Have questions about adopting or booking a visit?

Phone: 0333 050 4012
Email: info@alpacas-hampshire.co.uk
Visit: Hensting Alpacas in Hampshire

Start your alpaca journey today – choose your cria and support their future with Hensting Alpacas.

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