Walking with alpacas

Alpacas are generally not the first thing you think of when organising a team building. But they will be now. These sweet woolly creatures have much more to offer than you may realise. Also, if you just want to do a lovely walk with alpacas, you are also welcome at Alpaca Spirit from Dendermonde.

Alpaca Spirit is located on the banks of the Scheldt in Dendermonde. A lovely location from which to work with these intriguing animals. Mia and Mick from Alpaca Spirit take this unique opportunity to provide gentle and relaxing team buildings and walks. The alpacas are highly sensitive and are good at reflecting people's behaviour. These new insights can enhance the team spirit among families, clubs, friends or companies.

A mirror in Dendermonde

Mia and Mick from Alpaca Spirit are trained in life coaching in order to offer visiting groups the appropriate tools. And they do that with the unsurpassed assistance of alpacas. Stress levels are soon recognised by these camel-like creatures and a relaxing walk will soon calm an anxious or worried mind allowing the moment to be enjoyed to the full. You would be amazed just how well suited the banks of the river Scheldt are to this activity.

However, besides these restful walks, our alpacas from Dendermonde are also experts in exposing the group dynamic. Body language, stress, energy and non-verbal communication are soon sensed by the alpaca, creating the basis of a good discussion with professional help from Mia and Mick. It can only improve the bond with your friends and colleagues. This very reflection from the alpaca can help to make a team much stronger. 

Advantages of small scale

Alpaca Spirit follows the rhythm of their precious animals. Therefore, groups are limited to between 5 and 16 people, which fortunately is also the ideal size for an insightful team building. The ambiance remains relaxed, in order to gather indirect information about the group and its members. 

Walks are a large part of the alpacas' activity. During the guided walks you can set off in small groups with a fluffy alpaca for about an hour and a half. First, acquaintance is made with some food for the alpacas, which gets things off to a good start. With 6 alpacas and a maximum of 12 participants you do a walk of just under an hour, after which there is a lovely photo shoot. Groups of maximum 12 people can also organise their own walk with the alpacas from Alpaca Spirit. In consultation with your family or friends, a good moment is chosen for this unforgettable experience. 

Have you gained new insights together with your family, friends or colleagues? Have you uncovered dynamics that influence the group? Or are you stress free due to the calming influence of the alpacas? Then Alpaca Spirit succeeded in its mission. Afterwards, you can always share the memories with a local brew from Dendermonde in one of the many establishments within a stone's throw of the Scheldt For example, about the amazing and soothing powers of alpacas; something you never expected to discuss over a drink. 

A handy summary

• Point of departure: Steenweg van Grembergen 10B, 9200 Dendermonde
• Website: www.alpacaspirit.be 
• Contact: +32 497 40 84 27 or alpacaspirit@outlook.com 
• Duration of activity: 1.5 hours
• Reservations: from January to December
• Number of participants: For team buildings 5- 16 people; for walks maximum 12 people