Join a private, 1-hour guided tour at Farm Sanctuary’s 275-acre New York shelter in the beautiful Finger Lakes region. This tour offers an intimate experience with rescued cows, pigs, turkeys, and other farm animals, each with a unique story of resilience. Guests will learn about the challenges these animals faced in the modern food system and their inspiring tales of survival. With more personal interaction, you and your group can fully appreciate the sanctuary's mission while exploring the rolling green pastures. After the tour, browse the Sanctuary Shop for unique items.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All ages welcome

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
• Individuals with disabilities: Contact at least two weeks in advance to arrange necessary accommodations
• Pets: Companion animals are not allowed on guided tours or shelter grounds at any time. ADA animals are not permitted in certain areas of the sanctuary; contact in advance for arrangements

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 1 hour. Tour may go slightly longer based on participant engagement throughout the tour
• What’s included: Educational walking tour with a Sanctuary Guide, meeting rescued residents, and learning about animal agriculture. Opportunity to browse the Sanctuary Shop or enjoy a snack on the scenic deck
• Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times; as well as other guests in your private group (up to 8 people)
• Photo/video: You may take your own photos

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 15 minutes in advance
• Parking: Available at the sanctuary location
• What to wear: Wear closed-toe shoes or boots, dress in weather-appropriate clothing, bring a hat, sunscreen, and a raincoat or umbrella if rain is forecasted
• What to bring:
  • Water bottle
  • Smartphone or camera for photos

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• The tour path is not paved and may be slippery when wet and dusty when dry, with a steep grade. Paths include grassy areas and uneven terrain. Contact if additional accommodations are needed.
• If you have visited another sanctuary, farm, or location with chickens, turkeys, or ducks in the last 48-72 hours prior to your visit, you will be asked to postpone your visit.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 14 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for any other experience in our marketplace, free of charge, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule if the tour has to be cancelled due to weather.