Little Farm Friends Experience

2 hours

Canberra, Australia

About this activity

Enjoy up-close animal encounters and fun learning activities with goats, piglets, bunnies, and more. Ideal for family outings, birthdays, or school visits in a relaxed, friendly environment.

Highlights

Up-close interaction with friendly farm animals like goats, piglets, bunnies, chickens, ducklings, and more
Hands-on feeding sessions with guidance from friendly animal attendants
Great photo opportunities for families, children, and small groups
Perfect for birthday parties, school groups, or casual family outings
Learn fun facts about each animal’s personality, diet, and care
Relaxed, safe, and fully supervised environment tailored for young children and beginners
Optional themed setup (e.g., “Mini Farmer for a Day”) depending on provider

Full description

Enjoy a hands-on animal encounter perfect for families, school groups, and birthday parties! Meet friendly goats, bunnies, piglets, chickens, ducklings, and sometimes ponies or mini-donkeys in a safe, supervised setting.

Your experience includes:
🐐 Petting & feeding sessions with gentle guidance from our animal handlers
🥕 Fun learning activities about animal diets, behaviors, and farm life
📸 Plenty of photo opportunities in our cozy barnyard or paddock
🎉 Customizable for special events – birthdays, school visits, or family outings

This 1-2 hour interactive experience creates unforgettable memories while teaching respect for animals.

Included / Excluded

Entry to the interactive animal enclosure
Guided, hands-on experience with a variety of small farm animals
Animal feed for supervised feeding
Farmhand host or guide to assist and provide educational commentary
Seating and shaded area for guests (where available)
Sanitization station (e.g., handwashing area or wipes)

Food and drinks for guests (unless part of a party package)
Transport to/from the farm or venue
Party supplies (unless booked as part of a separate package)
Professional photography (may be offered separately)
Extended activities like pony rides or face painting (unless arranged in advance)

Meeting point

Start Location

Yarralumla Play Station, City Parks Administration Depot, 9 Pescott Ln, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia

Important information

Know before you book

Ideal for small groups of up to 8–12 guests (larger group options may be available upon request)
Experience location will be confirmed at booking (may be a mobile setup or on a local farm)
Duration: Usually 60 to 90 minutes depending on group size and package
Not suitable for guests with severe animal allergies or those afraid of close animal contact
Advance bookings required – popular on weekends and school holidays
Accessibility may vary – check with the host if you require wheelchair access or special assistance
Some hosts offer add-ons like birthday decorations, picnic tables, or pony rides – inquire during booking

Know before you go

Handwashing required before and after animal interaction – hygiene stations are usually provided
Closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended (no sandals or heels)
Outdoor setting – bring sunscreen, hat, and water bottle for sunny days
In cooler weather, bring a jacket as some areas may be shaded or breezy
Animals are friendly and well-socialized, but guests should be gentle and calm during interactions
Children must be supervised by an adult at all times
You're welcome to bring your camera – some experiences include photo time
Animals vary by day/availability but typically include rabbits, goats, piglets, chickens, and more