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Tekapo: Merino Sheep Shearing and Sheepdog Demonstration

By Silver River Stargazing
Free cancellation available
Price is £44 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview
  • Watch a demonstration of the shearing of Merino sheep in Lake Tekapo
  • See a sheepdog demonstration showcasing the agility of farm dogs
  • Admire the stunning backdrop of Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps
  • Understand the hard work and dedication that go into producing wool
  • Have fun watching sheep race against eachother
Activity location
    • Tekapo Lake
    • MacKenzie District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Tekapo Lake
    • MacKenzie District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

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Tekapo: Merino Sheep Shearing and Sheepdog Demonstration
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£43.61 x 2 Adults£87.22

Total
Price is £87.22
Until Fri, 13 Mar

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Complimentary unique merchandise!
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shearing demonstration
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Sheepdog demonstration
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Insights into Merino wool production
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Overview of sustainable farming practices
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport to the farm
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals and drinks

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Bare feet, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with animal allergies, People with back problems
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Experience a shearing demonstration in Tekapo and learn about the importance of Merino wool in the global market, the sustainable practices used in its production, and the significance of wool in New Zealand's agricultural heritage.

Watch professional shearers at work, using traditional techniques and specialised tools to carefully remove the wool fleece in one piece. The process requires precision and expertise to handle the sheep gently while maximising the quality of the wool.

Learn about the importance of Merino wool in the global market, the sustainable practices used in its production, and the significance of wool in New Zealand's agricultural heritage. The experience also provides insights into the shearers' lifestyle, the training required for their craft, and the role of shearing in the overall farm operation.

Set in the stunning landscape of Lake Tekapo, the shearing experience is more than just an agricultural demonstration; it’s an opportunity to connect with the region’s rich farming traditions and understand the hard work and dedication that go into producing some of the world’s finest wool.

The experience also includes an impressive sheepdog demonstration, showcasing the remarkable intelligence and agility of these trained dogs as they expertly herd the sheep across the rugged terrain.

Location

Activity location
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    • Tekapo Lake
    • MacKenzie District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • Tekapo Lake
    • MacKenzie District, Canterbury Region, New Zealand