CATS2 cat Sanctuary
helping our feline friendsDuring the great upheaval of The Llama Sanctuary in 2022, it became very apparent that there was a great need for a cat fostering facility in British Columbia. Existing cat rescue organizations were already overwhelmed with the vast number of cats needing homes. Since The Llama Sanctuary was caring for 7 cats, whilst moving around, we vowed to that once the llamas were established in their new home, a cat fostering facility would become part of service.
Fostering & Long Term Care
Uprooted from your home, illness, emergency or disaster, there are many reasons why cats may need a temporary home. Catastrophic wildfires swept the Shuswap region in 2023, leaving thousands of people homeless. Some were evacuated and living in hotels, others lost their homes to the fires. Finding shelter homes for pets was an even greater burden and misery in an already difficult time.
Daily Tours
Please book your tour ahead of time
Opening Hours
Sanctuary Gift Shop 1pm-5pm
Daily Tour Starts at
1pm
(only one tour per day)
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Suitable for all ages!
Visiting The Llama Sanctuary is an exciting and yet peaceful experience. The paddocks at the new Ecopark location are gently sloping and have not yet been groomed, so they are not ideal for wheelchairs and strollers. If you have a wheelchair or have difficulty moving over rough ground, let us know beforehand and we will make sure the llamas are accessible to you.
They can melt your heart!
The Llama Sanctuary cares for many elderly, sick or injured animals. You will get to meet them! Be warned – it can be a deeply moving experience to spend a moment with a llama in need of your love!
Organized Group Visits
School field trips and organized groups are welcome at The Llama Sanctuary. Contact us for group pricing and availability.
***NEW*** CATS2 Cat Lounge
The Llama Sanctuary is now hosting CATS2 Re-homing Lounge. Looking for a feline companion? Come along to the Cat Lounge and meet some cuties that are looking for love! Call for details
The days are long at The Llama Sanctuary. When we are not guiding visitors, a myriad of other tasks demand our attention: feeding & tending to the elderly, the sick, the injured, the disabled; cleaning paddocks & barns, building, shearing, nail-trimming, fence repairs, grass-cutting, driving around the country catching, re-homing or otherwise helping llamas in need, counting llamas, as well as trail-clearing, noxious plant removal and of course, answering emails, telephone calls, website building and fulfilling orders from The Llama Sanctuary online shop. The list is endless.
The Llama Sanctuary is a registered charity and is supported by the generosity of other animal lovers Please consider becoming a regular supporter!
Residents
some of the Sanctuary characters you will meet
Hermes
Rescued from the Railroad
Boutique
Loose on the highway
Toby
Trouble looking for somewhere to happen!
Fada
Gentle Giant
Paul
Head of Llama Kisses
Carmen & DeChagny
SPCA Rescues
Want to help The Llama Sanctuary in some way?
Bella & Rico
Retired
Evvie
Huarizo Cria
Become a Sponsor
Where It’s At
Recline Ridge Ecopark
1315 Tappen Valley Road, Tappen, British Columbia
Great Location
The Llama Sanctuary is an easy drive from Kamloops, Vernon, Salmon Arm and the North Okanagan and just minutes off the Trans-Canada Highway. It’s a great place to take a break if you’re driving through!
How Much Does it Cost?
$20/adult
$10/child 6yrs-16yrs
Guided tours typically last an hour and a half and we make every effort to ensure you are WOWED by the experience.
Your generosity is appreciated. Thank you!
The Great Little Llama Shoppe
Gifts & Crafts with llamas and cats
Yarn Store
Yarn Store
on Etsy
Pins & Postcards
Something
for
Everyone
come and browse
Alpaca Hats & Slippers
All sizes
natural fibres
Get in Touch
We usually respond within a few hours!
Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors for your support
