{"id":24826,"date":"2017-04-06T16:08:32","date_gmt":"2017-04-06T21:08:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/?p=24826\/"},"modified":"2023-06-11T23:39:51","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T04:39:51","slug":"difference-between-llama-and-alpaca","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/difference-between-llama-and-alpaca\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Peru is commonly associated with two things: <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/machu-picchu\/\">Machu Picchu,<\/a> and the Llama. This famous South American animal often features on postcards and is seen as the typical image of Peru.<\/p>\n<p>But did you know that the country\u2019s national animal, which features on both the coat of arms and the national flag is in fact, a Vicu\u00f1a? A member of the camelid family, the Vicu\u00f1a is a cousin of the Llama, as well as of the Alpaca, and the Guanaco. They all share one common ancestor.<\/p>\n<p>Often confused, before your trip to South America why not brush up on your camelid knowledge and impress the locals. (And if you\u2019re already here, get reading!) Discover the difference between Llama, Alpaca, and their cousins. We\u2019ve also included a guide to their different fibers, and useful info about buying Alpaca products.<\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 20px; background-color: #FFE7E7; color: #534E4E; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-radius: 5px\">\n<h3 style=\"margin-top: 0px; font-size: 20px;\">Peru Travel Tips 2023:<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"tips\">\n<li>Visit Tourist Information Centre in Lima for Money Exchange, Sim Cards, Free Wifi, Free Maps and more.<\/li>\n<li>Latam Airlines are best airline. Peru Hop is best bus\/travel company. More info <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/how-it-works\/\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Use FindLocalTrips for Machu Picchu Tour Information. More info <a href=\"https:\/\/www.findlocaltrips.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Airport Express Lima is the official bus company from Lima Airport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"><strong>Official websites<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"tips\">\n<li><strong>Rainbow Mountain:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/rainbowmountainperu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.rainbowmountainperu.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Salar de Uyuni:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salardeuyuni.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.salardeuyuni.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Arequipa:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/arequipa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.arequipa.com<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Huacachina:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/huacachina.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.huacachina.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h4><strong>Contents of this Page: <\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Llama_vs_alpaca\">The Llama vs. the Alpaca<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#The_vicuna_and_the_guanuco\">The Vicu\u00f1a and the Guanaco<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#The_vicuna\">The Vicu\u00f1a<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#The_guanuco\">The Guanaco<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Summary_of_differences\">Summary of differences<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Your_guide_to_fibre\">Your guide to fibre<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Llama\">Llama<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Guanaco\">Guanaco<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Alpaca\">Alpaca<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Baby_alpaca\">Baby Alpaca<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Royal_baby_alpaca\">Royal Baby Alpaca<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Vicuna\">Vicu\u00f1a<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Summary_of_fibre\">Summary of fibre<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Why_buy_alpaca\">Why buy Alpaca?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Products\"><span id=\"Llama_vs_alpaca\">Products<\/span><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Kind_of_products_I_can_buy\">What kind of products can I buy?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Where_can_I_buy\">Where can I buy them?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#What_should_I_expect_to_pay\">What should I expect to pay?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a style=\"cursor: pointer;\" href=\"#Tips_when_buying\">Tips when buying<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Llama vs. the Alpaca<\/h2>\n<p>For someone who knows nothing about these animals, it can be impossible to tell the difference between Llama and Alpaca. Here&#8217;s a list of distinct features to look out for.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-1024x587.jpg\" alt=\"difference between llama and alpaca peru\" width=\"1024\" height=\"587\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-24931\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-1024x587.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-790x453.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-768x440.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-30x17.jpg 30w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/Comparisoalpaca300-01.jpg 1883w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>1. Look for the ears!<\/h3>\n<p>The key in differentiating between these two species is by ear shape and length: <strong>Llamas have longer, curved, banana-like ears<\/strong>, whereas Alpacas have shorter, straighter, and more pointy ears.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Size<\/h3>\n<p>The Llama is about twice the size of the Alpaca. Llamas are heavier (200 to 350 lbs \/ 90 to 158 kg) and can even get to 400 pounds (181 kg), while Alpacas are normally 100 to 175 lbs (45 to 68 kg). In terms of height (measuring at the shoulder), <strong>Llamas are the taller species<\/strong>, at 42 to 46 inches (over 110 cm). Alpacas measure in at 34 to 36 inches (no more than 90 cm).<\/p>\n<h3>3. Face<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The Llama has a longer face<\/strong>, whereas the Alpaca\u2019s is blunter. Alpacas also have more hair on their faces and heads than Llamas, which gives them a cute, tufty-haired look. Which leads us to the next point\u2026<\/p>\n<div class=\"quick-links-content\">Quick Tip: Find out the easiest and the safest way to get from <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/passes\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Lima to Cusco<\/a> without missing out on a single thing.<\/div>\n<h3>4. Hair<\/h3>\n<p>Another way to identify your animal is by seeing just how fluffy it is! Whilst <strong>Llamas have a coarse outer coat<\/strong> (and a fine undercoat), Alpacas have finer hair, which is very dense and fast-growing. They even have fuzzy little faces!<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24923\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca.jpg\" alt=\"Peruvian Alpaca - difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-790x494.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-30x19.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>5. Temperament<\/h3>\n<p>While this is less easy to tell from first glance, in general <strong>Llamas are more independent<\/strong>, and will protect themselves if needed. In fact, they often serve as guards for groups of other livestock, including Alpacas! More of a herd animal, the Alpaca also has a nervous disposition. Which leads to the question, do Alpacas spit? Only if you call them Llamas! (Joke\u2026) As both the Llama and Alpaca are distant relations to the Camel, the answer is yes. However, this happens rarely, and normally under threatening conditions. The Llama is more disposed to this behaviour than the Alpaca.<\/p>\n<h3>6. Uses<\/h3>\n<p>One thing both these species have in common is that they have both been domesticated for around 5000 years. Since the Llama\u2019s fur isn\u2019t of the same quality as the Alpaca\u2019s, it is more commonly used for meat. Being naturally bigger, the Llama is also bred as a <strong>pack-carrying animal<\/strong>. Did you know it can carry one quarter of its own weight? In fact, the Inca culture relied on Llamas to transport goods all around their Ancient Empire.<\/p>\n<div class=\"quick-links-content\">Quick Tip: <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/machu-picchu\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Peru Hop<\/a> makes it easy to add a Machu Picchu trip to any pass that stops in Cusco.<\/div>\n<p>In contrast, the smaller and woollier Alpaca is bred for the <strong>luxury fibre<\/strong>\u00a0it produces. It has a uniform coat colour (whereas Llamas are patchier), meaning a specific colour can be bred.<\/p>\n<h3>7. Where to find them<\/h3>\n<p>Head to the Andes Mountains to find the Llama, where the majority live in the <strong>high plateaus of <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/bolivia\/best-places-to-visit-in-bolivia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bolivia<\/a><\/strong>. It can also be seen in Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, and of course Peru.<\/p>\n<p>The Alpaca is primarily found in <strong>central and southern Peru<\/strong>, but can also be spotted in Chile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecuadorhop.com\">Ecuador<\/a>, and Bolivia in the high Andes (Actually, the Alpaca \u2013 which originated in Peru &#8211; is found all over South America, as well as other parts of the world where they are kept on Alpaca farms.).<\/p>\n<div class=\"quick-links-content\">Quick Tip: Find out the easiest and the safest way to get from <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/passes\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Lima to Cusco<\/a> without missing out on a single thing.<\/div>\n<p>Llama&#8217;s can also be found at the historical ruins of<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/getting-from-lima-to-machu-picchu\/\">Machu Picchu<\/a><\/strong>. The Llama&#8217;s here\u00a0are incredibly photogenic and used to tourists, so you might end up with more Llama pictures <span id=\"The_vicuna_and_the_guanuco\">than pictures of the actual site!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24926\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down.jpg\" alt=\"Llama at Machu Picchu - The difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"600\" height=\"405\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down.jpg 1138w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down-790x533.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down-768x518.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down-1024x691.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama-machu-picchu-lying-down-30x20.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>The Vicu\u00f1a and the Guanaco<\/h2>\n<p>There are two wild camelid species in South America you should know about: The Guanaco, and the Vicu\u00f1a. It is believed that the Incas bred the Llama as a descendant of <span id=\"The_vicuna\">the undomesticated Guanaco, and the Alpaca<\/span> as the progeny of the untamed Vicu\u00f1a. The Guanacos and Vicu\u00f1as roam wild in the high alpine Andes, and you may well spot one &#8211; or both &#8211; of these varieties on your travels.<\/p>\n<h3>The Vicu\u00f1a<\/h3>\n<p>The Vicu\u00f1a is more closely related to the Alpaca. It is a small, slender, deer-like creature, weighing less than 150 lbs (68 kg), and measures 75 to 85 cm at the shoulder (no more than 33 inches). It is known for its <strong>super-soft fleece<\/strong>, and produces one of the most sought-after fibers in the world \u2013 although in a low quantity, at just one pound of wool per year (making the wool very hard to come by). However, this animal is in fact endangered. Once protected by the Incas, this changed when the Spanish invaded and took to hunting the Vicu\u00f1a for its wool. Thankfully today, due to the extreme drop in numbers in the 1960s, <strong>it is prohibited to hunt the Vicu\u00f1a<\/strong>. However, it is permitted to shear a certain number of these animals each year (releasing them after).<\/p>\n<p>Where to find it: In the highlands of Peru. It can also be spotted in Bolivia, Ecuador, northern <span id=\"The_guanuco\">Argentina and northern Chile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24900\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/vicuna.jpg\" alt=\"part of the alpaca family, the Vicuna - The difference between the llama and the alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/vicuna.jpg 940w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/vicuna-790x445.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/vicuna-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/vicuna-30x17.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The Guanaco<\/h3>\n<p>The Guanaco is the smaller version of the Llama and shares the same characteristics of <strong>coarse outer hair and a soft undercoat<\/strong>. Weighing in at 200 pounds (90 kg), it is larger than the Vicu\u00f1a. It has distinctive coloring, with a brown back, a white underbelly, and a grey face. Llamas, on the other hand, come in a wider variety of colors. The Guanaco also has small, straight ears. Like the Vicu\u00f1a, the Guanaco is also protected, but as its upper coat is coarse, it has always been less desired, and so hasn\u2019t experienced the same population struggle.<\/p>\n<p>Where to find it: Go to Patagonia (Argentina). It can also be found in Ecuador, Colombia, Tierra del Fuego, and even the Atacama Desert. Guanacos can survive with little water, and at very high altitudes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24902\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/guanaco2.jpg\" alt=\"part of the llama family, Guanaco - Difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/guanaco2.jpg 700w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/guanaco2-30x21.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Summary of differences<\/h2>\n<p>When in doubt, go by size: Llama \u2013 Guanaco \u2013 Alpaca \u2013 Vicu\u00f1a. The Llama is the biggest of the family and the vicu\u00f1a the smallest.<\/p>\n<p>Check the colouring: Although Alpacas and Llamas both come in a variety of colours, the Alpaca\u2019s coat tends to one <strong>uniform colour<\/strong>, whereas <strong>the Llama can have marked coat<\/strong>. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24933\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama2.jpg\" alt=\"llama with different colored fur, marked - Difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama2.jpg 864w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama2-790x638.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama2-768x620.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/llama2-30x24.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The Guanaco has distinctive colouring, with a brown back, grey face, and white undersides. <span id=\"Your_guide_to_fibre\">The Vicu\u00f1a\u2019s face is a yellow\/reddish brown.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Now you know your camelids, read on to learn more about the different fiber types, and for useful information on buying Alpaca products.<\/p>\n<h2>Your guide to fibre<\/h2>\n<p>Peru is home to 80% of the world\u2019s Alpaca population. Their luxurious fiber is exported internationally, and the textile industry is one of Peru\u2019s largest sectors. There\u2019s no better place to get your hands on quality products than here in Peru, and your spending also <strong>benefits Andean communities<\/strong> who herd Alpaca for a living. Before splashing your cash, it\u2019s a good idea to get your head around the different fibers, so you\u00a0know which to go for.<\/p>\n<hr color=\"#a4a9b2\">\n<span style=\"padding-left: 5%\"><b>Related:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/kuelap-new-cable-car\/\"> Kuelap&#8217;s New Cable Cars <\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<hr color=\"#a4a9b2\">\n<p><span id=\"Llama\">Note: The thickness of the fibre is measured in<\/span> microns. Different brands use their own assessment, as there\u2019s no official standard.<\/p>\n<p>(Going from lower to higher quality.)<\/p>\n<h3>Llama<\/h3>\n<p>The Llama has two coats, a soft billowy undercoat typically used for finer garments, and a protecting outer coat, coarse and thick, normally used for rugs, ropes, and wall hangings due to its rougher texture. It is <span id=\"Guanaco\">considered difficult to process Llama fibre due<\/span> to the grand difference between the tough outer coat and fine undercoat, and the necessity to separate the finer fibres from the coarse upper hairs.<\/p>\n<h3>Guanaco<\/h3>\n<p><span id=\"Alpaca\">Guanaco fibre is considered as superior to<\/span> Llama fibre as it is easier to process. The Guanaco also has two coats, with the light undercoat having a fine, downy fibre, typically a pale caramel colour.<\/p>\n<h3>Alpaca<\/h3>\n<p>Which brings us to the Alpaca: It has a very dense and fast-growing fleece, which needs to be shorn in the summer due to the heat. The fibre produced is fine, strong, hard-wearing, soft, lightweight, luxurious, thermal, and hypo-allergenic. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24908\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/shearing.jpg\" alt=\"indigenous people shearing alpaca fur - The difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/shearing.jpg 960w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/shearing-790x444.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/shearing-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/shearing-30x17.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/> <\/p>\n<p>There are two subspecies of Alpaca, worth mentioning due to the difference in their hair: The <strong>Huacaya Alpaca<\/strong> is fluffy and sheep-like, <span id=\"Baby_alpaca\">producing a shorter fibre, whereas the<\/span> <strong>Suri Alpaca<\/strong> has a longer coat and so produces a longer fibre. (Note: The Suri are the rarer subspecies, and so products using Suri are more expensive.)<\/p>\n<h3>Baby Alpaca<\/h3>\n<p>Baby Alpaca is a TYPE of Alpaca fibre &#8211; not as its name suggests, from a new-born baby Alpaca! This is taken from the first shearing, when the animal is less than one-year-old, from the underside of the neck and belly. Here the fleece is finest, lightest, and softest, <span id=\"Royal_baby_alpaca\">measuring <strong>21 to 23 microns<\/strong> in diameter<\/span> (superfine Alpaca fibre\u2019s diameter is 24 to 26 microns). Since Baby Alpaca fibre is so expensive, it is often blended with other fabric <span id=\"Vicuna\">(ie. Sheep\u2019s wool).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Royal Baby Alpaca<\/h3>\n<p>Royal Baby Alpaca is a category of Baby Alpaca, with fibres measuring <strong>less than 20 microns<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Vicu\u00f1a<\/h3>\n<p>Vicu\u00f1a fibre is considered as the best in the world: very fine, soft and of superior quality (with a matching price tag!). Indeed, in the <span id=\"Summary_of_fibre\">ancient times, only Inca royalty could wear<\/span> Vicu\u00f1a, and they considered it a sacred animal. Today it is still a rare creature, and as it produces such little fibre, this makes the wool even more exclusive.<\/p>\n<h2>Summary of fibre<\/h2>\n<p>In summary, the Vicu\u00f1a and Alpaca are the two species which are most valued for their fiber: The Alpaca\u2019s fiber is high in quality and quantity, and the Vicu\u00f1a\u2019s coat is very soft and of a superior standard. Bear in mind that Vicu\u00f1a is the most expensive: it was after all considered fit for the Inca Emperor!<\/p>\n<p>Alpaca is more accessible, being specifically bred for this purpose. It is more prized for its fiber than the Llama, which has two coats, a rough one and a fine one, making processing (separating the fibers) tricky. This problem also applies to the Guanaco, although this species\u2019 <span id=\"Why_buy_alpaca\">wool is considered more exclusive. It is<\/span> uncommon to come across products made of Guanaco fiber. Overall, the Alpaca fiber and products have many advantages, which are outlined below.<\/p>\n<h2>Why buy Alpaca?<\/h2>\n<p>Alpaca fiber is softer, lighter, and stronger than cashmere or sheep wool. It is lanolin-free, unlike sheep wool, meaning it holds fewer allergens, bacteria, and dust, and doesn\u2019t feel prickly against the skin. There are <strong>over 22 natural colours<\/strong>, ranging from shades of white, grey, brown, and black.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24903\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-wool.jpg\" alt=\"Alpaca wool in different colors- The difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-wool.jpg 653w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/alpaca-wool-30x20.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/> Alpaca wool.<\/p>\n<p>Alpaca fibre also has the advantage of being more ecologically sustainable when compared to cashmere: Not only does an Alpaca <span id=\"Products\">consume less water than a goat, it produces<\/span> <strong>enough wool for four to five sweaters per year<\/strong>. In comparison, four goats are needed to produce enough wool for just one sweater per <span id=\"Kind_of_products_I_can_buy\">year!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Products<\/h2>\n<p>Everything you need to know about the Alpaca and Llama products you can find in Peru.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of products can I buy?<\/h3>\n<p>Many clothing and accessory items, blankets, and even cuddly toys. The most popular items are sweaters and ponchos. They come in a variety of sizes, qualities and colours. They make <a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/the-twenty-best-gifts-and-souvenirs-from-peru\/\"><strong>great souvenirs<\/strong><\/a> to bring back home.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24907\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K800_K1024_pisac-market.jpg\" alt=\"colorful alpaca textiles for sale in Peru- The difference between the llama and the alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K800_K1024_pisac-market.jpg 900w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K800_K1024_pisac-market-790x527.jpg 790w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K800_K1024_pisac-market-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K800_K1024_pisac-market-30x20.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Where can I buy them?<\/h3>\n<p>Head to any Artisan Peruvian or Bolivian\u00a0market and you\u2019ll come across Llama and Alpaca products. There is a <strong>market<\/strong> in Pisac (about one hour from Cusco) frequented by indigenous folk who sell their wares. If you\u2019re in Lima, visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/best-markets-in-lima\/\">the Inka Market <\/a><\/strong>(Av. Petit Thouars). There are also<strong> luxury stores<\/strong> including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.solalpaca.com\/store\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sol Alpaca<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/kuna.com.pe\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kuna<\/a> (check out their websites).<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24905\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/sol-alpaca.jpg\" alt=\"Shop selling Alpaca products in Peru- The difference between the llama and the alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/sol-alpaca.jpg 736w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/sol-alpaca-30x20.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Both have stores in the cities of Arequipa, <span id=\"What_should_I_expect_to_pay\">Puno, Cusco, and Lima<\/span> (including the Larcomar shopping centre and the airport). The products don\u2019t come cheap, but buying from a store guarantees their quality. Look out for sales!<\/p>\n<h3>What should I expect to pay?<\/h3>\n<p>If you head to the markets, bear these prices in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For a blended Alpaca product (ie. not 100% pure), it will of course be cheaper. Look to pay from 10 USD upwards for scarfs and sweaters.<\/li>\n<li>A pure Alpaca sweater could be 60 to 80 USD (versus 200 USD approx. in Sol Alpaca or Kuna).<\/li>\n<li>A Baby Alpaca sweater will be at least 80 USD. Smaller items (hats, gloves, scarfs, socks etc) are cheaper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"text-center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-24906\" src=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K640_K800_K1024_market.jpg\" alt=\"Pisac Market a traditional peruvian market in the sacred valley- difference between llama and alpaca\" width=\"700\" height=\"440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K640_K800_K1024_market.jpg 763w, https:\/\/bushop.com\/peru\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/K640_K800_K1024_market-30x19.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Tips when buying<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bear shop prices in mind when you browse the markets. It\u2019s worth going to Sol Alpaca or Kuna first to get a rough idea.<\/li>\n<li>Take a trip to the expensive stores, and just touch the fabric and products to know how they feel. Do this before going to markets, where the products are often marked as containing a higher percentage of Alpaca than they actually do.<\/li>\n<li>If you plan to save money and buy from a market, check carefully whether your item is mixed with wool or a synthetic material. Look at the product in the light \u2013 if you see colored flecks or sparkles, it has got synthetic material. <strong>Alpaca should also be cool to touch<\/strong>, whereas synthetic products are warm.<\/li>\n<li>Baby\/Royal Baby Alpaca items are more expensive, and are best for garments you\u2019ll be wearing close to your skin, as they are super-soft and don\u2019t irritate. Normal Alpaca is better for rugs\/blankets as it\u2019s more durable and insulating.<\/li>\n<li>Always shop around to compare prices and quality, and <strong>remember to bargain<\/strong> at the markets.<\/li>\n<li>If you buy close to Aguas Calientes or Machu Picchu, expect higher prices, as these are typical tourist traps.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<style>\nsection ul li {\nfont-size: 14px;\nline-height: 145%;\nmargin-bottom: 10px;\n}\n<\/style>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Difference Between Llama and Alpaca? Here&#8217;s our comprehensive guide to Llamas, Alpacas, Vicunas and Guanacos. 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