FAQ

What should I have with me?

  • Pillow & 2 pillow cases

  • 2 Sheets

  • 1 Blanket

  • Face and bath towels

  • Several underwear

  • Socks

  • Pajamas

  • T-shirts & shorts

  • 1 long pants & 1 cardigan or sweater

  • Sport shoes & flip flops

  • Swimming pool & towel

  • Hat

  • Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, shampoo, foam, sunscreen)

  • Laundry bag

  • Optional: Prepaid Telephone card.

Which are the camping periods?

The operating periods are:

First period:  16/06 to 30/06
Second period:  02/07 to 16/07
Third period:  18/07 to 01/08
Fourth period:  03/08 to 17/08
Fifth period:  18/08 to 021/09

*The above dates of camping periods may be modified based on a government decision.

 

What time do we get to "THE RANCH" camp on day 1?

The arrival of the campers will take place after a scheduled appointment, to avoid overcrowding.

Upon arrival you will receive a message on your mobile phone, with instructions for completing the arrival hours, as well as information about the supporting documents that you should have with you that day.

Visiting time and date.

Visiting is prohibited and allowed only in exceptional cases and only if there is a special need. The visit will take place for a short period of time in a specific place and by appointment.

When can I contact my child?

All parents can have a phone communication with their children ONLY every afternoon from 17:30 to 20:00 p.m. at the call center of the camp at number 2741093800.

Children can communicate with their parents from the prepaid phones at The Ranch Bank during the activities. We recommend that you avoid regular communication during the first days of each season, so that your children can integrate smoothly into the camp atmosphere.

Alternatively you can leave an email to deliver it to the child in the appropriate contact form that you will find at the link of the camp, in the main menu of the site.

When can i get in touch with my child? 

Telephone communication between parents and children is permitted in the afternoons from 17:30 to 20:00. Children can use the card phones at The Ranch Bank. We recommend that you keep communication to a minimum in the beginning so that the children can adjust smoothly to the camp environment.

Can my child be in the same group as his friends?

The children can be in the same group with their friends as long as you ask us in time!

Prerequisites are:

Children of the same age
Children must be of the same sex
The company must have registered 10 days before their arrival at the camp.
 

After the arrival and entry of the child in his group, any change of movement to another group is prohibited.

What is "THE RANCH BANK"? 

For the sake of safety and for our little friends to gain the ability and convenience of their financial transactions, you deposit the children’s money in the "bank" of "The Ranch" by taking the personal ID card that can them be managed by the child.

Can children have mobile phones or video games with them?

It is the choice of each parent to supply their child with mobile phones or electronic devices such as tablets or electronic games. The parent who decides to do so assumes responsibility for the use and activity of these devices.
"The Ranch" assumes no liability for damages in the event of loss or damage to the aforementioned video games / devices and mobile phones, nor is it liable for their reasonable use.
 

Ranch Busses – Information / Timetables.

For the summer of 2024, the Ranch will not have buses for transportation

 

Who can pick up my child from “THE RANCH”

A chld can only exit "The Ranch" area ONLY by parents / guardians (parents / guardians must have their identity with them). If for any reason a third party (other than parents / guardians) picks up your child from the camp this should only be done with the written authorization by the appropriate Greek Authority.

Does my insurance fund cover my camping expenses?

Did you know that most Insurance Funds in Greece cover 100% of the costs for their Camp for children. Why leave this benefit… untapped ???
Check out some of the insurance funds and get free camping!

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Contact us now for more information and assistance with application procedures.
 

Where can I get the medical history form?

Complete the child's Medical History form by entering the camp, or at the busses starting point.
For your convenience you can download it and complete it before arriving at the link here.
 

Do I need to bring doctor's certificates?

During your entrance at the Ranch, you have to provide a certificate from the pediatrician, with the child fully vaccinated. In this certificate must be declared that the child is healthy enough and can participate to our activities including the athletic activities. If not the reason must be declared. 
If a child receives specific medical treatment, the parents of the child, must provide such treatment (ie medication) on the day of the child's arrival along with a copy of the doctor's prescription at The Ranch. The medicines are delivered and stored at The Ranch's clinic where the doctor can be informed of anything needed on the child's medical treatment.

In which cases am I entitled to a discount?

"The Ranch” can understand the obligations of the modern family and gives you the opportunity in the following cases:

10% (discount per child) if two siblings come
15% (discount per child) if three siblings come

Alpha Only Alpha 1 | 2 | 3 Deposit Account holders for children up to 14 years old are entitled to:
15% discount on the A’ and B’ camp periods.
25% discount in the C’camp period.
 

What about camp nutrition?

Unfortunately since "The Ranch" follows all HACCP and ISO procedures and regulations (and has certifications) bringing your own food is not permitted. In any case the milk used is UHT most certified and suitable for the proper nutritional value of the child. Also in the weekly diet there is hazelnut praline at least twice a week.

Where do I find the camping rules & privacy policy?

The camp's rules of procedure and personal data protection regulations can be found in the link here:

OAED - Necessary documents upon arrival.

Photocopy of ID or passport of the beneficiary parent with his / her VAT number & Medical id number (AMKA).
Photocopy of the beneficiary's child health insurance booklet stating his / her Medical id number (AMKA.

If there is no booklet.

1. Photocopy of the child's ID or passport, if available, with the child's ID number.

2. A Legal statement have a photo of the child (small identity card) provided by the parent sating that the child does not have a health booklet legally signed.

Photocopy of the child's health booklet with a pediatrician's certificate for complete vaccination.

Note: The above documents are absolutely necessary for the contract to be signed on the date of arrival.

What about lost items of the children?

We advise parents that when leaving children out of camp, they should be careful when collecting their children's personal belongings.

If any object is forgotten, however, The Ranch gathers whatever it can find in a special place inside the camp. The parent can contact the camp in case that the item he or she is looking for, has been found. The camp is willing to assist whenever requested (as much as possible).

Bear in mind that the camp is not responsible for the loss of children's belongings. After all, The Ranch's consistent instruction to parents is not to provide their children with high-value items.