Hotel for Ants: colony care while you travel
The perfect getaway for your colony. Bring your ants to us before your vacation and our experienced keepers will feed, hydrate and monitor them until you return.
Expert care while you are away
Going on vacation and worried about your ants? Bring your colony to us and we will keep it thriving until you return.
Proper feeding
Your colony gets the right food for its species, including sugar and protein, on a healthy schedule.
Hydration
We keep the nest at the right moisture level so your ants never dry out or get too wet.
Monitoring
Experienced keepers keep an eye on your colony and queen during the stay, so problems are caught early.
The perfect getaway for your colony
- Vacations and long trips where your colony would be alone too long.
- Moving or renovating when your home is not a calm place for ants.
- New keepers who want peace of mind while away.
- Big or growing colonies that need regular feeding and moisture.
Before you drop off your colony
Help us give your ants the best care by letting us know:
- Your ant species and farm model
- What and how often you usually feed them
- Your travel dates and pickup date
- Anything unusual you have noticed recently
Booking your colony's stay is easy
- Book your spotMessage us on WhatsApp or email us with your travel dates.
- We confirmWe confirm availability and the details of your colony.
- Drop offBring your colony to us in Calgary and relax on your trip.
- Pick upCollect a healthy, thriving colony when you return. Pay online or upon receipt.
What is the Hotel for Ants?
It is our ant colony boarding service in Calgary. While you are away, we take care of your colony with proper feeding, hydration and monitoring, so your ants stay healthy until you return.
Can I leave my ants alone while I am on vacation?
For short trips, yes. Feed the colony, refill the humidification tube and moisten the nest before you leave. For longer trips, our Hotel for Ants is the safer choice. See our ant keeping FAQ for more tips.
How do I book a stay for my colony?
Message us on WhatsApp or email support@antfarms.ca with your travel dates, ant species and farm model. We will confirm availability and the details with you.
How much does the Hotel for Ants cost?
The price depends on the length of the stay and the size of your colony. Send us your dates and colony details and we will give you a quote.
What care does my colony get during its stay?
Every colony gets proper feeding, hydration and regular monitoring from experienced ant keepers, including checks on the queen and colony activity.
Can you clean my ant farm during the stay?
Ask us when you book. We also offer a professional ant farm cleaning service, so your colony can come home to a fresh, clean farm.
Going away soon? Book your colony's stay
Send us your travel dates and colony details and we will confirm availability.
