Hampshire half term alpaca walks for families at Itchen Valley Country Park — all ages welcome, automatic 15% family discount, and the option to combine with Go Ape for a full day out.
Hensting Alpacas at Itchen Valley Country Park runs Hampshire's most family-friendly alpaca walking experience — all ages welcome from 3 upwards, infants in carriers, accessible Wednesday walks for all abilities, and free carer tickets. Walks last approximately 2 hours and take you through 440 acres of ancient Hampshire countryside alongside our friendly herd.
Itchen Valley Country Park is home to both Hensting Alpacas and Go Ape's high ropes, ziplines, and axe throwing. Book your morning alpaca walk, then spend the afternoon on Go Ape's Treetop Challenge or Treetop Adventure — perfect for families or adventurous groups wanting a full day out.
Half term in Hampshire means thousands of families are searching for something genuinely different — not another soft play or cinema trip, but an experience that gets children outdoors, learning, and talking about it for weeks. An alpaca walk at Hensting Alpacas at Itchen Valley Country Park is exactly that. Children aged 3 and above can lead their very own alpaca companion through ancient woodland alongside the River Itchen, with experienced handlers guiding the whole group. The walk covers approximately one mile on level, surfaced paths — manageable for young children and accessible for grandparents who join the trip. Hampshire half term dates in 2026 are: February 16–20, May 25–29, and October (exact dates vary by school). Families booking during half term receive an automatic 15% discount at checkout — no code needed, applied automatically for groups of 2 adults + 2 or more children. This makes Hensting Alpacas one of the most competitively priced genuine animal experiences available in Hampshire during half term.
Half term alpaca walks at Hensting Alpacas are available across all standard session times — morning sessions run from 10:00am to 12:00pm and are the most popular choice for family groups. Friday and Saturday afternoon sessions (1:30pm–3:00pm) are also available from late March through October, making them ideal for October half term families. The May half term (25–29 May 2026) is particularly popular — baby alpacas are usually still available on morning walks, adding an extra layer of magic for children. During October half term, the ancient woodland of Itchen Valley turns spectacular shades of gold and copper, and the alpacas are at their most energetic in the cooler air. Half term slots book out 3–4 weeks in advance — checking availability and booking early is strongly recommended. After the alpaca walk, the wider Itchen Valley Country Park setting offers Go Ape, six play areas, orienteering trails, woodland café, and the parkrun every Saturday morning — giving families everything they need for a full half term day out.
Itchen Valley Country Park offers much more beyond the alpaca walk: Go Ape high ropes and zip lines, 6 play areas, woodland café, orienteering trails, parkrun every Saturday, and over 5km of accessible walking routes. Easily the best value full-day destination in Hampshire for mixed-age family groups.
Call 0333 050 4012 or book online — popular dates fill quickly, especially during school holidays and summer. See all our seasonal events.
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Yes! All our alpaca walks require advance booking. Spaces are limited and this experience is very popular, especially during weekends and school holidays.
We recommend sturdy, closed-toe footwear (wellies in wet weather), weather-appropriate clothing, and layers. We walk in most weather conditions, so dress for the outdoors!
Yes! All children are welcome. Children under 8 must have one dedicated adult, and children 12+ may lead an alpaca independently. Everyone needs a valid ticket.
We're located at Itchen Valley Country Park in Hampshire, just 15 minutes from Southampton, Winchester, and Eastleigh. Easy access from Portsmouth, Romsey, and surrounding areas.
We walk in light rain! Only severe weather will cancel walks. If we cancel, you can rebook within 3 months. We recommend adding our £4.50 rescheduling insurance for flexibility.
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