Best experiences with animals in Italy

Educational farm for children and adults to learn how to make cheese and then taste it with a glass of wine.

The experience begins with a gentle walk in the woods, a pristine corner where goats live free and happy, surrounded by the beauty of a natural environment that welcomes and protects them.

Here, you will have the opportunity to milk the goats with your own hands, collecting fresh and genuine milk, ready to be turned into delicacies. An experience that will allow you to come into direct contact with the work of the land, rediscovering the value of healthy and authentic food.

Next, you will move to a charming country "ciabot," where Paolo, with his experience and passion, will guide you in the art of cheesemaking. With the help of a rural kitchen, you will learn how to make delicious cheese, step by step. The rustic and cozy atmosphere of the "ciabot" will allow you to fully understand the artisanal process and respect for traditional methods.

In the meantime, while the milk is being transformed into cheese, you can delight your palate with a fine tasting of artisanal cheeses, both goat and cow, accompanied by a selection of typical local products, such as cured meats, honey and homemade jams, all while sipping a good glass of local wine, perhaps a Roero Arneis or a Roero Rosso, which enhance the authentic flavors of the hills.

Truffle hunting among the hills of Alba, in the Langhe region, is a perfect experience to experience firsthand a special moment: the search for this mysterious and fascinating ingredient.

You will have the opportunity to see live a secret and complex craft: that between the trifulau and his dog is a close relationship made of trust and mutual respect, which comes only after many years of experience. 

Few people have the opportunity to participate firsthand in this search: trifulau are in fact used to roam alone, sometimes at night, away from prying eyes. 

Although this is an “actual search” with a professional trifulau and his “tabui” (favorite dog), the one you will participate in è a ’simulated activity.  

However, since the search takes place in a natural truffle ground, è it is possible that truffles not artificially buried, but spontaneously grown on the spot, may also be found!

You can choose to have this experience exclusively with a private tour or do it on a shared basis.

For the activity to run smoothly, you will need to be self-driven as you will be expected to move between the meeting point and the forest where the experience takes place. We also recommend outdoor sportswear.

In case of mud or light rain, the activity is guaranteed and you will be provided with rubber chaps and capes. The activity will be moved or cancelled with a refund in case of heavy rains.

The alpaca walk and picnic in the Langhe is a perfect experience to spend a relaxing time with friends or family.

You will begin with an initial briefing, during which you will be explained all about the world of alpacas and get to know your fellow adventurers better.

Then you will do the actual walk, lasting about 1 hour, during which you will rope the alpacas in the woods adjacent to the farm.

At the end of the walk you will have the opportunity to visit the farm with black Piedmontese pigs in the wild.

You will then conclude the experience with a rich picnic that includes:

•    Salami
•    Lard
•    Omelet
•    Cheese
•    Homemade bread
•    1 bottle of wine for every two people.

For the little ones (children under 12) there is a basket with:

•    Sandwiches
•    Drinks

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

This experience is based on the search for truffles in the Langhe, followed by a tasting of truffles, cheeses, wines and other local foods.

Initially there will be an explanation of the history and characteristics of the truffle with its types. Next, you will go out hunting with the trifulau, followed by his dogs Esterina and Lizzy, searching for truffles underground. The dogs have a trained sense of smell to smell truffles and recognize where they grow.

We will then move on to a tour of the Trifulau House where we will see the objects, pictures and mementos handed down by the Trifulau.

At the conclusion of the visit, a truffle aperitif with accompanying tasting will be served.

Calendar of visits

•    October - January: Fine white truffle
•    February - September : Summer and winter black truffle

Some visits may be conducted in English.

In the summer period June-August truffle hunting and aperitif in the Langhe can only be booked in the morning.

Discover truffle hunting in the Langhe, walking in the woods and ending the experience with a tasting of local products.

You will begin the experience by meeting in Monforte d’Alba with Bruno and Mariella, trifulau for generations, and their trusty dog.

You will walk together in the woods of the Langhe in search of truffles and learn how to read the terrain and dog behavior to spot them. During the walk, the trifulau will tell you stories and traditions related to truffle hunting and the area.

In the end there will be a small tasting of local products, to savor the local flavors.

Walk with Alpaca and Llama in the Langa Astigiana, ideal for families and couples who wish to have an outdoor experience in contact with animals.

After an initial moment dedicated to meeting the alpacas and the llama of the farm, you will receive all the useful indications to live the experience in safety and serenity. Accompanied by an experienced guide, you will venture into the picturesque natural setting of the Langa Astigiana, walking among vineyards, woods and hilly landscapes.

The walk will take place along a route of about 4 km, during which the guide will share interesting facts about animals, the differences between alpacas and llamas, and the territory, making the experience engaging and suitable for all ages.

Enjoy a unique fun-filled experience with an alpaca trek in Val Camonica from the farm on Lake d'Iseo to Pisogne, Brescia province.  

The trail è is 2 hours long and enters characteristic woods behind the farm. You can walk side by side with alpacas, accompanied by rope.

For the hike è sportswear is necessary, with long pants and some comfortable boots.

On weekdays, the outing è guaranteed only when the minimum number of participants is reached. In addition, è it is necessary that the reservation includes at least one participant with alpacas.

The walk cannot be taken by pregnant women and children under 5 years old.

La Freschera è a family-run farmhouse 12 km from the Bergamo shore of Lake d’Iseo, equipped with a panoramic terrace with a splendid view. In this cozy setting you will be able to taste typical Bergamo dishes: cold cuts and cheeses, casoncelli, braised donkey and polenta.

In addition to offering restaurant service, at the farmhouse it will be’possible to visit the educational farm that houses sheep, horses and donkeys, and buy the products of the menuù 

Menù bulk wine

•    Antipasto
•    Two starters
•    Two main courses
•    Caffè
•    Sweet
•    Local wine

Menù bottled wine

•    Antipasto
•    Two starters
•    Two main courses
•    Caffè
•    Sweet
•    Bottled wine

Menù juniors (ages 4 to 17)

•    A first course
•    A second course
•    Sweet

For children under 3 years old, the experience è free of charge.

The’farmhouse offers specific menù for celiacs, vegetarians and vegans. For any allergies or specific dietary needs contact the facility directly after booking.

It is also possible to visit the farm animals independently before or after lunch.

La Freschera è a family-run farmhouse 12 km from the Bergamo shore of Lake d’Iseo, equipped with a panoramic terrace with a splendid view. In this cozy setting you will be able to taste typical Bergamo dishes: cold cuts and cheeses, casoncelli, braised donkey and polenta.

In addition to offering restaurant service, at the farmhouse it will be’possible to visit the educational farm that houses sheep, horses and donkeys, and buy the products of the menuù 

Menù bulk wine

•    Antipasto
•    Two first courses
•    Two main courses
•    Caffè
•    Sweet
•    Local wine

Menù bottled wine

•    Antipasto
•    Two first courses
•    Two main courses
•    Caffè
•    Sweet
•    Bottled wine

Menù juniors (ages 4 to 17)

•    A first course
•    A second course
•    Sweet

For children under 3 years old, the experience è free of charge.

The’farmhouse offers specific menù for celiacs, vegetarians and vegans. For any allergies or specific dietary needs contact the facility directly after booking.

È it is also possible to visit the farm animals independently before or after dinner.

Walking with alpacas in Moro Lake Park.

The experience begins with a short introduction to the world of alpacas in which you will be introduced to the day's protagonists: Semola, Juan and Tomasino.

Once the alpacas have been distributed to the various groups, we will set off on the walk, which is totally flat and also suitable for children from 6 years old (younger children can be carried in baby carriers).

All along the way you will be accompanied by a guide who will answer all your questions and tell you nice anecdotes about the life of these funny animals.

We recommend sportswear suitable for the weather of the season.

Guided tour and walk with farm animals

Program

Welcoming participantswillbe the owner, an AIGAE Environmental Hiking Guide, who after a brief introduction will take them on a tour of the farm. During the visit it will be possible to enter the enclosures, get to know and pet the animals, take photos and listen to trivia about their behavior.

This will be followed by a walk around the farm, surrounded by the nature of the Seriana Valley and in the company of some animals chosen on the spot. The guide will tell stories and anecdotes about the area, making the hike even more engaging.

On the way back, the experience will end with a cup of tea offered to participants.

The total duration is about an hour and a half, but it will still be possible to stay on the farm to enjoy the quiet of the place

Cheese-making workshop designed for adults with farm tour and farm lunch included.

Tour with tasting

14:30 arrival at the farm and coffee time
15:00 Primosale preparation and visit to the farm barn
16:30 cheese tasting

Tour with lunch

10:30 arrival at the farm and coffee time
11:00 Primosale preparation and visit to the farm barn
12:30 lunch with full menu (including water, dessert and coffee, but excluding wine)