Description
The adventure begins at Cascina Cassotti Balbo, a location with authentic rural charm where the alpacas of Monviso are at home. As soon as you arrive, an expert guide will welcome you and introduce you to the world of these extraordinary South American animals.
Highlights
Meet the alpacas
Meet and pet the Alpacas of Monviso at a historic farmhouse in Turin's greenery
Lead your alpaca
Personally lead an alpaca by the halter along the city park's trails
Expert insights
Discover curiosities and secrets about these fascinating Andean animals with an expert guide
Family-friendly
Experience suitable for the whole family, children included, with no special requirements
Top-rated experience
Average rating of 4.9 out of 5: one of the most loved experiences for Turin visitors
Before the actual walk, you'll have plenty of time to get to know the alpacas up close: you'll discover their Andean origins, their daily habits and a few curious anecdotes that make them even more irresistible. Children, in particular, are literally left speechless.
Holding the halter and the family-friendly format
Then comes the most awaited moment: you'll be handed the halter and you can personally lead your alpaca along the path through the greenery. Walking by its side has something meditative, almost therapeutic, time slows down and the city seems far away.
The experience is designed to be accessible to everyone, adults, children and families, with no need for any prior experience with animals. Guides accompany every participant with attention and professionalism. At the end of the walk you'll surely want to come back, an experience at 36 euros that's worth far more than its price.
Gallery
Tour Itinerary
- 1
Starting location:
Grow Up - Alpaca del Monviso - Cascina CASSOTTI BALBO
- 2
Grow Up - Alpaca del Monviso - Cascina CASSOTTI BALBO (15 minutes)
Class
- 3
Grow Up - Alpaca del Monviso - Cascina CASSOTTI BALBO (45 minutes)
Walk (45 minutes) Photo stop (10 minutes) Optional
- 4
Arrive back at:
Grow Up - Alpaca del Monviso - Cascina CASSOTTI BALBO Other stop For reference only. Itineraries are may vary.
Indicative itinerary, subject to changes.
What's included
- Encounter with the farm’s alpacas
- Gear for herding the animals during the walk
- Qualified guide-host throughout the entire activity
- Presentation on the habits and interesting facts about alpacas.
- Walk across the green surroundings of the farm and in the Piemonte Regional Park.
- Time set aside for photos and observation
- Public liability insurance during the activity
- Appropriate attire and footwear for light outdoor activities.
- Transportation from/to the gathering spot
- Meal or beverages other than specified
What's not included
- Abbigliamento e calzature adeguate per esperienza all'aperto leggere.
Good to know
Important
- L'esperienza si svolge all'aperto lungo percorsi erbosi nel Parco del Piemonte. qualora vi sia pioggia leggera la camminata si svolgerà regolarmente, ma qualora vi sia maltempo severo potrà essere riprogrammata.
- L'esperienza è adatta a famiglie e più piccoli (consigliata da 6 anni). I minori devono essere accompagnati da un adulto.
- Si consigliano scarpe comode e abbigliamento adatto a camminare in campagna.
- Cani o altri animali domestici non sono accettati durante la camminata.
- L'esperienza non è raccomandata a persone con difficoltà motorie significative, poiché il percorso non è completamente pianeggiante.
- Si può scattare foto e selfie durante il tragitto, nel rispetto del comitiva e degli animali.
- Presentarsi 10 minuti prima dell'inizio dell'esperienza.
- È necessario mostrare il buono (anche in formato digitale) all'arrivo.
- Non adatta a più piccoli sotto gli 8 anni, ovvero secondo la sezione 'Not suitable for'.
Good to know
- \- The tour takes place open air along grassy paths and paths in Piemonte Park. In the event of light rain, the walk will go ahead as planned, but in the event of severe weather conditions, it may be rescheduled.
- \- Each attendees leads their own alpaca, always under the guide’s supervision.
- \- This tour is appropriate for families and kids (recommended for ages 6 and up). Minors should be accompanied by an adult.
- \- Be sure to wear practical footwear and attire appropriate for strolling in the countryside.
- \- Dogs and other pets are not permitted on the walk.
- \- This tour is not recommended for people with significant strolling difficulties, as the route is not entirely flat.
- \- Photos and selfies may be taken throughout the tour, provided that the party and the animals are respected.
- \- No special skills are required: the guide will accompany you and provide instructions on how to lead the alpacas safely.
- Guide
- Value for money
Useful tips
- Indossa calzature pratiche e abbigliamento casual: camminerai su terreno verde e potresti sporcarti un po' — ma ne varrà assolutamente la pena!
- Porta la macchina fotografica o assicurati di avere il telefono carico: le espressioni degli alpaca sono irresistibili e ogni scatto diventa un ricordo da conservare.
- L'esperienza è perfetta in ogni stagione, ma in primavera e autunno il parco è particolarmente bello: prenota preventivamente perché i posti a disposizione sono limitati.
What to bring
- Easy-going shoes
- Outdoor clothing
Not allowed
- Baby strollers
- Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
- Unaccompanied minors
- Baby carriages
- Electric wheelchairs