A Day Among Alpacas: Hands-on Farm Play at De Alpacaboerderij

BOCHOLT FARM FIELD GUIDE

A Day Among Alpacas: Hands-on Farm Play at De Alpacaboerderij

A single-day farm camp in Bocholt where children aged 9+ care for alpacas, tackle an AlpacAgility course and finish with a diploma—and this guide distills the practical details you need to plan a worry-free day.

A Day Among Alpacas: Hands-on Farm Play at De Alpacaboerderij.

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Bocholt
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De Alpacaboerderij
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Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Dagkamp at De Alpacaboerderij puts children in the centre of a working alpaca farm for a full day of animal care, outdoor games and guided activity stations—an intentionally hands-on program that mixes learning about alpaca behaviour with fresh-air play.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE ANIMALS

Alpaca care and behaviour

Participants spend time learning to care for alpacas and observing their behaviour through supervised, hands-on activities—an introduction to farm stewardship built into the day.

THE PLAY

Games, a bouncy castle and farm sports

Free play and organised farm games such as BoerenGolf or BoerenSpellen punctuate the schedule, alongside a dedicated jumping surface for high-energy downtime.

THE CHALLENGE

Walking the herd and AlpacAgility

Children join guided walks with alpacas and may take part in the farm’s AlpacAgility obstacle course—an active highlight of the programme that pairs handling skills with playful physical challenge.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

From 09:00 to 16:00 the rhythm shifts between hands-on animal care, guided walks with alpacas and organised outdoor games; the day culminates with a diploma ceremony and a chance for children to lead their parents on a tour of the farm.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this day camp is built for—and who should consider alternatives.

1
Animal-loving childrenWell suited to children who are enthusiastic about animals and comfortable with hands-on caretaking; the programme centres on interacting with alpacas.
2
Active outdoor kidsA good match for kids who enjoy outdoor play and physical challenges—the schedule includes walking, an obstacle course and active games.
3
Parents/GuardiansParents are invited to be part of the wrap-up when children lead a tour, but the day is primarily run for participating children.
4
Younger children or those with limited mobilityNot ideal for children under 9 years old; the programme is designed for participants aged 9 and up and includes physically active elements.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & duration

One-day camp on Wednesday 9 July 2025, running from 09:00 to 16:00.

What to bring

Participants should bring their own lunch and wear clothing and shoes that can get dirty.

Location & operator

Run by De Alpacaboerderij in Bocholt (Vlaams Gewest, Belgium); spaces are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What is the minimum age to participate?

The camp is for children aged 9 years and older.

When does the day camp run?

The programme runs Wednesday 9 July 2025 from 09:00 to 16:00.

Do participants need to bring food or special gear?

Children should bring their own lunch and wear clothing and shoes that can get dirty.

Can parents attend the activities?

Children will have the opportunity at the end of the day to lead their parents on a tour of the farm; the programme itself is run for the participating children.

Are places limited?

Yes—there is a maximum number of places and registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis; when spots are full, registration closes.

What activities are included?

Expect alpaca care and behavioural learning, guided alpaca walks and the AlpacAgility course, free play on a bouncy castle, farm games like BoerenGolf or BoerenSpellen, and a diploma ceremony.