ST. AUGUSTINE ENVIRONMENTAL ATTRACTION FIELD GUIDE
Face-to-face with Highland cows, alpacas and a roster of gentle farm ambassadors in a shaded St. Augustine oasis
A fully immersive, 50-minute farm encounter at The Fluffy Cow Café that lets guests feed, groom and roam among animals while supporting Noah’s Ark Sanctuary.
Face-to-face with Highland cows, alpacas and a roster of gentle farm ambassadors in a shaded St. Augustine oasis.
Step into a park‑like farm setting in St. Augustine for The Fluffy Farm Encounter: a relaxed, instructor‑led 50‑minute visit where guests meet Highland cows, alpacas, pigs, tortoises and a parade of other friendly animals, using provided brushes and animal‑approved food to engage in calm, educational interactions that support sanctuary conservation work.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Close, voluntary encounters with a diverse cast
Guests encounter a wide range of species—Highland cows, alpacas, pigs, tortoises, camels, Zebu, donkeys, goats, turkeys and ducks—each allowed to participate at their own pace, making every visit distinct and animal‑led.
Hands‑on feeding and grooming included
Each booking includes a cup of animal‑approved food and guests are supplied with brushes to groom and enrich the animals, encouraging gentle, meaningful interaction.
A shaded, park‑like refuge with onsite amenities
The farm is laid out with lush greenery, tiki huts and shaded areas for relaxation and photos, and a food truck on site makes it easy to extend your visit into a longer outing.
What the day feels like
What the encounter feels like
You start at the Fluffy Cow Café and move into a calm farm oasis where instructors orient the group and then let you roam: brushing cooperative animals, offering measured cups of food to those that choose to approach, and pausing in shaded huts for photos or reflection; the rhythm is unhurried and defined by the animals’ curiosity.
THE ANIMALS
Close, voluntary encounters with a diverse cast
Guests encounter a wide range of species—Highland cows, alpacas, pigs, tortoises, camels, Zebu, donkeys, goats, turkeys and ducks—each allowed to participate at their own pace, making every visit distinct and animal‑led.
THE PRACTICE
Hands‑on feeding and grooming included
Each booking includes a cup of animal‑approved food and guests are supplied with brushes to groom and enrich the animals, encouraging gentle, meaningful interaction.
THE SETTING
A shaded, park‑like refuge with onsite amenities
The farm is laid out with lush greenery, tiki huts and shaded areas for relaxation and photos, and a food truck on site makes it easy to extend your visit into a longer outing.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this visit suits — and a few booking realities.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The encounter runs about 50 minutes (plus a brief instruction/orientation period), making it a compact activity you can add to a day in St. Augustine.
Come prepared for outdoor, shaded farm conditions; the operator provides animal brushes and each booking includes a cup of animal‑approved food for feeding select animals.
Meet at The Fluffy Cow Café; the farm offers shaded areas for photos and a food truck on site for drinks and snacks.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Fluffy Farm Encounter?
The immersive visit lasts 50 minutes, plus time for an initial instruction/orientation.
Where do I check in for the experience?
Guests meet at The Fluffy Cow Café for check‑in and orientation before entering the farm.
Are brushes and food provided?
Yes — animal brushes are provided for grooming and each booking includes a cup of animal‑approved food for feeding select animals.
Is this suitable for young children?
Yes — the program is family‑friendly, open to all ages, and children under 3 attend free.
Does visiting support conservation?
Yes — visits support Noah’s Ark Sanctuary and the café’s work feeding into the sanctuary’s care, community engagement and educational programming.
Do the animals have to interact?
No — each animal’s participation is voluntary, so interactions depend on the animal’s curiosity and willingness to join.