Sheep shearing history

Over 180 years of Merino sheep farming culture and history in the South Island. See what's happened in the past and discover why we're still farming the worlds best Merino wool right here in the NZ high country!

Lamb Feeding Experience

Two newborn lambs at The Wrinkly Rams, Omarama

Meet Our Lambs — A High Country Experience Like No Other

There's nothing quite like the magic of hand-feeding a newborn lamb in the heart of the New Zealand high country. Our lamb feeding experience is one of those rare moments that stays with you long after you've left.

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What to Expect

Join us for an up-close encounter with our adorable orphan lambs, known as 'bummer lambs'. Under the guidance of our team, you'll bottle-feed these little ones and learn about life on a working New Zealand sheep station.

  • Suitable for all ages — a favourite with families and children
  • Hands-on and interactive — you'll get to hold and feed the lambs yourself
  • Learn about high-country farming and the story behind The Wrinkly Rams
  • A perfect addition to your New Zealand travel itinerary

Seasonal Availability

Our lamb feeding experience is available in season only, typically during the New Zealand spring (August–November). Availability is subject to lambing conditions each year.

We recommend checking in with us ahead of your visit to confirm current availability.

Plan Your Visit

The lamb feeding experience is included as part of your visit to The Wrinkly Rams. Pop into our café, browse our store of premium New Zealand-made products, and make a day of it in the high country.

We'd love to see you — and so would the lambs.

Book Your Lamb Feeding Experience

Browse Our Collection

Over 180 premium NZ-made products under one roof — ICEBREAKER and other merino wool clothing brands, Native World and a huge luxurious Merino possum garment range, premium cowhide leather bags, natural pounamu & paua jewellery, skincare, childrens books, clothing and more.

Find Us in Omarama

A natural stop on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and the road between Queenstown and Christchurch. Look for the Rams!

Visit Our Café

Step through the doors and into the warmth of The Wrinkly Rams café. Homemade soups, fresh baking, and great coffee — the perfect stop on your South Island journey.