Hike With Llamas Through Rocks, Pines, And Lakes In Prescott, Arizona

Everyone knows you can ride a mule into the Grand Canyon, but few people are aware of another, slightly more adorable animal adventure in Arizona: hiking with llamas. Choose between a two-hour, half-day, or full-day excursion filled with beautiful scenery and some of the goofiest creatures in existence.

Arizona Backcountry Llamas is a family-owned and operated business in Prescott.

The husband and wife team offer scenic hikes that showcase the area's natural and cultural history -- accompanied by several members of their crew, of course.

Choose between a half or full-day hike, or the short two-hour stroll if you're mainly looking to just spend time with several of the 14 residents llamas.

The former two packages include a picnic lunch carried by your new furry friends!

Allot about four hours for the half-day excursion, which is characterized by a gorgeous lake bordered on one side by the Granite Dells.

These ancient rock formations are truly a sight to behold, especially coupled with all the birds gliding about on the water's surface.

The full-day trek takes about eight hours and features rocky uphill climbs, lush, evergreen pine trees, and -- of course -- adorable companions to encourage you no matter how tough it gets.

You'll never want to hike without llamas in the future!

On the two-hour experience, you'll enter a positively enchanting sycamore grove.

Learn all about the prehistoric inhabitants of the area as the llamas guide you along without missing a single beat.

Lucky participants might even snag a llama kiss or two!

These gentle creatures are extremely affectionate -- especially once they're comfortable around someone new.

Tickets range from $45-$185 depending on age (pricing for the full-day hike hasn't yet been determined.)

Reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance, and a two-person minimum stands.

Visit Arizona Backcountry Llamas' website or Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever done this epic llama hike in Arizona? If so, we'd love to hear all the adorable details.