Welcome to Lafon Acres
🎉 Celebrate with an unforgettable farm experience at Lafon Acres! 🐴🦙
Get up close and personal with our friendly animals — from adorable miniature donkeys, cuddly goats, fluffy sheep, alpacas, majestic highland cattle and even ostriches! Little ones will love meeting our gentle miniature pony and friendly family dog too.
Bookings only to ensure you get the best hands on experience.
Services
Birthday Parties
🎈 Celebrate with a Farm Party at Lafon Acres 🐴
Make your child’s special day unforgettable with a birthday at Lafon Acres!
Meet our friendly farm animals — ostriches, highland cattle, goats, miniature donkeys, sheep, alpacas, our miniature pony, and the family dog.
Add pony rides for extra fun, and enjoy our spacious indoor shed for all-weather comfort.
📅 Bookings essential — let’s make it a birthday to remember!
Small Group Farm Visits
Want a relaxed, hands-on animal experience without the crowds?
We welcome small groups for private farm visits.
Meet and feed our friendly animals — ostriches, highland cattle, goats, miniature donkeys, sheep, alpacas, our miniature pony, and the farm dog. Enjoy pony rides (extra cost) and spend time in our cosy indoor shed, perfect for any weather.
Whether it’s a Retirement home outing, a group of friends, or a special occasion, you’ll have plenty of time to interact, learn, and make memories.
Educational Visits
Learning Comes to Life at Lafon Acres 🐮
Bring your class, early childhood group, or homeschool crew for a hands-on farm experience. Students will meet and learn about our animals, their care, and rural life in New Zealand.
Includes guided talks, up-close encounters, and optional pony rides — with an indoor space available rain or shine.
Frequently Asked Questions
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“We had the most amazing time at Lafon Acres for my daughter’s birthday! The animals were so friendly, and the kids loved the pony rides. Rachael and her children were very welcoming and knowledgeable — you can really see how much they care for their animals. We’ll definitely be back for another visit!”
— Lola B, Whangarei
Contact us
Please feel free to reach out to us with any questions or to book a birthday party,group visit or school visit.
About us
Lafon Acres is a family-owned lifestyle block located in Ruatangata, Whangarei, New Zealand.
We believe in creating meaningful connections between people and animals. Nestled in the heart of Ruatangata, just 10 minutes from Kamo, our family-run property is home to a delightful mix of creatures — from towering ostriches and shaggy highland cattle to cheeky goats, miniature donkeys, sheep, alpacas, a miniature pony, and our loyal family dog.
What started as a love for animals has grown into a place where families, schools, and groups can experience the joy of hands-on encounters, learn about farm life, and celebrate special moments in a unique rural setting.
Whether you’re here for a birthday party, an educational visit, a small group outing, or a private event, you’ll find a warm welcome, plenty of laughter, and a chance to make lasting memories.