Welcome to Northern Colorado Llamas. We lease Llamas for the novice
backpacker or serious outfitter. Our introduction session provides
needed information to begin packing with Llamas. Packing with Llamas
is very popular in this area; therefore leasing with NCL should be
prearranged well in advance if possible to make sure we have Llamas
available and qualified to meet your needs and to make your packing
experience fulfilling. We rent Llamas for any length of time and will
be glad to get you started packing with Llamas. Most beginners are
surprised how easy it is, and experienced backpackers are delighted
with the extra things Llamas allow you to enjoy. We require a one-time
class to get you aquatinted with Llamas and their equipment. The class
is $45.00 and after the class you can rent the Llamas at anytime you
would like. The length of the class varies with the number of people
attending and their experience and goals but 3 to 4 hours is a good
average. The class includes practical information, hands on
demonstrations, and plenty of time for participants to practice with
individual instruction. Because of the general nature of Llamas we
don't recommend taking just one Llama in most circumstances. Two or
more Llamas work better but we will go over everything in the class.
Not everyone in your party is required to attend the class. Only the
persons who will be responsible for renting the Llamas, but it is not
$45.00 per person so please bring as many persons who will be
involved with the Llamas as possible. We have several Wilderness
areas, State parks, and National forest close and convenient to us.
We can offer tips to those who are not experienced in backcountry
packing or camping. When leasing Llamas from NCL all
saddles,
pads,
panniers,
tie outs,
feed, halters, leads, etc. will be provided. We
also have trailers available to transport the Llamas
if you need them. When leasing llamas, NCL must approve all vehicles
used for transportation. The weight that Llamas carry
varies with each Llama depending on their size and personality. The
type of terrain and hot weather also is a consideration but about
80 lbs. per Llama is a good average. I hope we can provide what you
need and I am always glad to meet new people and get them started
with Llamas. After the introduction section the handler's will have
the confidence and ability to begin packing with Llamas, but be
careful, it's addicting!
Prices
* Introduction session $45.00
* Leased Llamas $45.00 per animal per day
* Trailer $20.00 per day
* For more information see
TRANSPORTATION
* For more information see
EQUIPMENT and SUPPLIES
* For more information see
PACKING