This trek was one of the best experiences of my life! Sandy and her beautiful llamas led us on an amazing hike on the Hobbit trail in Cherokee National Forest. My hiking partner was Jambo, who was just the softest, sweetest thing. It was an easy trek, and we crossed a few streams which cooled us off nicely. We walked for about an hour, and then we made it to a beautiful clearing where we spread out blankets and our yoga mats. We were led through a beautifully mindful yoga class by Alicia, our instructor. There is nothing more peaceful than having all of your senses engaged while becoming one with nature. You can feel the breeze flowing over you, smell the trees all around you, hear the running water of the creek behind you, and see and feel the warmth of the sun shining down on you. After spending a few moments in the most blissful Savasana at the end of class, we spread out our delicious lunch that the llamas so capably carried for us all. After lunch we packed up and made the hour long easy walk back. There are even bathrooms along the way just in case you need them. Do your senses a favor and experience this unique trek!!! read more

I love all animals, but llamas especially! I had been following Sandy's llamas on her Facebook page for a while and couldn't wait to finally get to hike with llamas. The experience did not disappoint!! The hike was beautiful and the llamas were so gentle and sweet. It would be a great experience for families as long as your children can be respectful of animals and hike for three hours without complaints. I love kids, but had there been a crying, rude, or complaining child it would have completely ruined this experience for me and the others involved. Sandy REALLY cares about her llamas and takes great care of them. You can tell they are happy and healthy. The Llama lodge was so cozy, and the bed was incredibly comfortable!! The llamas are 10 steps away from the tent which was awesome! There's nothing like waking up and getting to feed llamas fruit at 9 in the morning!! If you're on the fence just go!! It was a great experience. read more

If you want a unique and LLAMA-zing experience on your vacation or day off and don't want to do the typical "toursy" items then this is for you! Sandy is an awesome tour guide who takes you along with the most full of personality llamas you have ever met on 2-hour treks (depending on the trek you choose) and gives you an experience to talk about for days to come. My daughter and I were have a mother-daughter vacay and wanted to do something out of the ordinary when I stumbled on The Wandering Llamas website. Now, it didn't hurt that I have a thing for llamas but after a couple email exchanges, I was booked and hooked. From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the llamas...especially Pharoah...were just the best. I'm smiling right now just thinking about it! And Sandy, she is just wonderful and you can tell the llamas are not just tools of the trade but her actual family (touches my heart). We will definitely be back!! read more

I LOVE llamas. LOVE them. So, I was super excited when my husband surprised me with this trip for my birthday in July. I was counting down the months until we got to go on our hike. From the very beginning, Sandy was very communicative, informative, and professional. She made sure that we knew when to arrive, where to park, and what to expect when we got there. Sandy is SUCH a nice person and has trained her llamas so well! The hike was absolutely beautiful and so much fun. Each llama definitely had its own personality and Sandy knows them all so well. Make sure to bring snacks because the llamas love them (graham crackers, bananas, etc.). My husband even commented that he had way more fun than he thought he would. We both can't wait to go back. We plan to glamp with the llamas next time. read more

We spent a beautiful and peaceful night in the Fox Den Treehouse. Specatular views, cozy accommodations, and an interesting toilet:-). We enjoying watching the sun set at our private firepit. But the best part was meeting all the llamas prior to our trek. I've always wanted to add a llama to our wee farm, so talking to Sandy about her llamas was invaluable. The trek the next day was PERFECT!!! Just a beautiful trail with several wet crosses. We so appreciated Sandy taking photos during the trek then sharing them after. I cannot recommend this experience enough if you're open to something "out of the ordinary". There is nothing more relaxing for me than driving down beautiful country roads and this area is just so scenic. We plan to return for sure!! read more

My Husband and I had the joy of a Llama hike in October 2019. What fun!!! The llamas are gentle and beautiful. Sandy is a patient guide. We did the shorter trail and even with my old, arthritic ridden body, I was able to do the trek. Then we stayed 2 nights in the glamping tent. So cozy, clean, and comfy! The bed is great! We built fires in the fire pit, watched the stars and roasted marshmallows. Such a peaceful environment for much needed rest and reconnection. We also did the stained glass class. Again, Sandy is a patient teacher. This was such a fun trip. Sandy is a wonderful hostess. 5 STARS!!!!! read more

I love The Wandering Llamas!! I've gone on two treks this summer and discovered that Sandy and her llamas are the best trekking company in the area, hands down. Sandy genuinely cares about her animals so the llamas are well trained and a treat to be around. Sandy does her best to make sure everyone has a great time on the trek and the trails she uses are perfect for a fun adventure in the mountains; definitely suitable for a whole-family outing. I will be back for more treks with Sandy and her llamas! read more

Stay earlier this week overnight trip with my daughter for spring break mini surprise trip. We got lucky and was able to secure a bight in the beautiful tree house. We had an amazing time! Beautiful scenery surrounded by wonderful and very sweet amazing llamas. We did the hiking the following day and had a great time. Highly recommend take the trip and stay or do the hike. It was awesome to meet Sandy as well it was very comfy and joyful time at her farm. Can't wait to book another trip soon! read more

Hiking with llamas was so much fun! The llamas we're super sweet, as was our guide Sandy! Our yoga part got cancelled and Sandy worked with us to ensure we still got to have an adventure with Llamas! I highly recommend trying this out and enjoying time with sweet, sweet animals!...and no, they don't spit. Moose was my best pal! Sandy was wonderful too! Not only did she give us an amazing time she also recommended other great places to visit while in town. read more

Add this to your bucket list! This was an amazing experience. The tent was super cozy with lots of fluffy blankets and pillows everywhere. Sandy is so thoughtful and sweet. Even thought our night was colder than anticipated (25 degrees) the tent and bed kept us toasty warm all night! The whole experience (one night in the "llama lodge" and a 3 mile lunch hike) was really affordable and worth every penny! read more

We stayed one night in the tree house and hiked the following morning. The tree house is clean and cozy and equipped with a coffee maker, fire pit, camp toilet, extra water, and a fan. The view is gorgeous. We had so much fun visiting with the llamas - they like to hang out right under the tree house. The hike was rainy but still so much fun. The llamas are gentle and very well cared for. We will be back! read more

Fantastic! Gorgeous drive down and even better experience. We did the easier trail at Hobbit Creek Trail, definitely a trail for anyone, even the less athletic! The Llamas were beautiful, well behaved, and everything we hoped for! We will definitely be doing this again, Sandy was sweet and a wonderful guide, it was so nice being able to each guide our own llama! read more

Hiking with the llamas what a treat! The 2 hour hike was beautiful and nice weather in November. It was nice to be able to feed the llamas they are very well trained and sweet. Sandy gave us information about the llamas and the area we hiked. This is an excellent activity to do with family and friends! Love to do another hike soon, thank you Sandy:) read more

I've done two of the llama hikes and will definitely do more! The llamas are amazing--they're so gentle and sweet--not to mention adorable!! The guide is wonderful, as well, and very knowledgeable about the llamas. Being out in nature with the llamas is extremely peaceful and you'll immediately fall in love with them! I highly, highly recommend this! read more

Our time with The Wandering llamas was so wonderful and therapeutic. The Foxden Treehouse was so comfortable and homey and the llamas were friendly. Sandy really went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and had a relaxing stay. I definitely recommend taking a trip to enjoy this amazing little gem hidden away in the mountains. read more

Today was a beautiful day in the forest. We hiked with seven docile, both young and older, llamas. The scenery was beautiful, our host Sandy was knowledgeable and accommodating to everyone's questions (including passersby), and the llamas were a true source of entertainment, the highlight of our leisurely stroll. read more

Such a unique thing to do! My best friend and I "played hooky" and took to the autumn woods with Sandy and the llamas. It was one of the best days ever. Out with glorious trees, rippling brook, humming llamas, and yoga that calmed our minds and deepened our breaths. Loved every second. read more

Wow,what a wonderful day we had hiking on a beautiful trail with these delightful llamas & our great guide Sandy. I would suggest this to anyone who loves nature & animals. I've already booked another hike! Thank you Wandering Llamas for making this unique experience available to us. read more

Such a fun and different way to hike. The llamas are very well trained and good natured. They are so much fun to be around. Sandy is a fun, knowledgeable and experienced guide and wrangler. Such a good experience. All of our friends were jealous that we got to hike with Llamas. :) read more