A Summer of Wonder, Wild Play, and Meaningful Discovery for Children Aged 6–10

Let your child unplug, get muddy, make friends, and grow in confidence, all in the most powerful classroom of all: Nature.

Camp Overview

Camp Overview

Duration: 6 weeks / Enrolment by the Week

Cost: €450 per week, per child

Hours: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM daily

Ages: 6 to 10 years

Location: Quinta da Bufala Forest, Farm, and Natural Playground

Every week our outdoor summer camp is designed to connect children with nature, awaken creativity, and build social and emotional confidence through joyful, hands-on learning. Children explore, create, move, and grow with guidance from passionate educators in a safe and enriching natural setting.

Our Mission: to inspire lifelong respect for the earth, nurture children's creativity and curiosity, and support emotional and social growth through immersive outdoor experiences.

What’s included

• Daily healthy snacks, water, and lemonade

• A freshly prepared, farm-to-table lunch made by our in-house chef

• All materials and resources for activities

• A carefully designed program of creative and nature-based learning

Our Team & Educational Philosophy

Each group of campers is guided by two experienced educators and two dedicated assistants who bring a warm, respectful, and joyful approach to learning.

We believe in

• Child-led exploration and experiential learning

• Creative, inquiry-based problem solving

• Emotional safety and nurturing each child’s unique pace

• The outdoors as a space for connection, imagination, and personal growth

Maximum group size: 25 children per week, to ensure individualised attention and a strong sense of community.

Weekly Themes & Outdoor Adventures

  • Focus: Ecosystems, nature mapping

    Afternoon Activities: Scavenger hunts, water relays, forest challenges

  • Focus: Gardening & food sustainability

    Afternoon Activities: Planting games, balloon toss, garden maze

  • Focus: Natural construction, teamwork

    Afternoon Activities: Fort building, sponge tag, recycled design relays

  • Focus: Environmental care & recycling

    Afternoon Activities: Clean-up missions, eco relay races, water games

  • Focus: Wildlife & biodiversity

    Afternoon Activities: Bug hunts, animal tag, pond sketching

  • Focus: Eco-art & creative expression

    Afternoon Activities: Watercolor splash art, outdoor plays, storytelling games

Water games and outdoor free play take place every afternoon after lunch. Parents are kindly asked to pack swimsuits, towels, and a change of clothes daily.

Sample Daily Schedule

Sample Daily Schedule

How Children Grow and Thrive

• Build confidence, independence, and resilience

• Strengthen social skills and emotional awareness

• Develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving

• Gain hands-on understanding of sustainability and the natural world

• Discover new interests, talents, and passions

• Thrive through daily movement, play, and time outdoors screen-free

• Build confidence, independence, and resilience

• Strengthen social skills and emotional awareness

• Develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving

• Gain hands-on understanding of sustainability and the natural world

• Discover new interests, talents, and passions

• Thrive through daily movement, play, and time outdoors screen-free

More About the Program

  • At Quinta da Bufala, children’s well-being comes first. We maintain the highest standards of safety and preparedness:

    • Certified first-aid responder present at all times

    • Emergency plans in place and rehearsed by staff

    • Daily hydration, sunscreen, and rest time routines

    • Wellness check-ins and allergy awareness for each child

    • Full accident and liability insurance coverage for all campers

  • • Personal Lockers: Each child has a locker for the week to store belongings

    • What to Bring: Swimsuits, towels, sun hats, and spare clothes daily

    • Rain Plan: All activities move indoors during bad weather

    • Shade & Comfort: Covered areas and picnic tables for lunch and seated activities

    • Supervision: Children are always under the care of qualified, experienced staff

    • Family Fridays: Parents are warmly invited each Friday at 3:00 PM for a showcase of the week's projects, a time to celebrate your child’s journey and connect with other families

  • • A 50% deposit is required to confirm your child’s spot

    • The deposit is non-refundable, as it secures staffing, materials, and food preparation

    • The remaining balance is due one week before your chosen session begins

    • Sibling discounts are available upon request

Summer Fun for the Whole Family

Tuesday: Morning Meet & Greet

Kick off the week with coffee and snacks at drop-off! Connect with our vibrant international parent community while enjoying fresh-brewed coffee and healthy summer smoothies from our farm-to-table food truck.

Tuesday: Morning Meet & Greet

Take a mindful pause with a guided one-hour yoga and meditation session in the peaceful forest setting — a moment to recharge while the kids dive into their day.

Friday: Creative Showcase & Celebration

Join us in the afternoon for a joyful celebration of your child’s creativity! Enjoy light bites, good company, and a heartwarming glimpse into their week at camp.

Give Your Child the Gift of a Joyful, Meaningful Summer in Nature.

At Quinta da Bufala, children are free to imagine, discover, create, and grow. Let them step into the forest, into community, and into themselves.