Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brașov
Head into the wild and see Carpathian brown bears up close on this 3-hour tour from Brașov. Meet your guide in the city at sunset, then journey into the Carpathian Mountains, where you'll join up with a ranger. Trek into the forest in search of a hide, then wait quietly in hope of spotting the bears that inhabit the region. You might also see deer, wild boar, lynx and other native wildlife. Numbers are limited to twelve on this small-group tour.
Highlights
- ✓Travel to the forests of the Carpathian Mountains to see Carpathian brown bears in the wild
- ✓Watch for bears and cubs in the woodlands from a secure hide
- ✓Spot other wildlife, such as deer, lynx, wild boar and game birds
- ✓Be escorted to and from your hide by an experienced forest ranger
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your driver in front Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu, Bulevardul Eroilor, 500036 Brașov, in the late afternoon and set off by air-conditioned minivan or car into the Carpathian Mountains of Romania's Transylvania region. The starting time is between 16:00 - 18:00, depending of the month! We inform you about the exact pick up time/meeting time with 2-3 days before! Extra charges apply if you are staying in Poiana Brasov resort! After roughly 40 minutes, arrive at the hide where you meet our forest ranger and settle in to watch for bears. Stay quiet and enjoy ample time to look for these magnificent animals. Note: we cannot guarantee 100% that you will be able to see any of the wildlife listed above. Do not forget that wildlife have their own way of living and we, humans, try to approach them as much as possible in their natural habitat.
What's included
- ✓Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
- ✓English speaking forest ranger at the hide
- ✓Professional driver
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Photography tax if photos for professional use
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Drop off at your location in Brasov
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress warmly: sturdy, waterproof footwear and warm clothing recommended
Do NOT dress in bright colors
Do NOT use any perfume
Do NOT bring any food with you
Minimum booking numbers apply (2 pax). If you would like to join as 1 person please note that the price for 2 is be applicable. In case we have other tourists, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour.
Minimum age allowed: 12 years old.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
At the end of the tour we can drop you off at your location in Brasov, for an extra fee. Please inform the driver about it.
We cannot guarantee 100% that you will be able to see any of the wildlife listed above. Do not forget that wildlife have their own way of living and we, humans, try to approach them as much as possible in their natural habitat.
The starting time is between 16:00 - 18:00, depending of the month! You will be advised by our local partner on the exact starting time with 2-3 days before the tour - pick up from Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brașov
Head into the wild and see Carpathian brown bears up close on this 3-hour tour from Brașov. Meet your guide in the city at sunset, then journey into the Carpathian Mountains, where you'll join up with a ranger. Trek into the forest in search of a hide, then wait quietly in hope of spotting the bears that inhabit the region. You might also see deer, wild boar, lynx and other native wildlife. Numbers are limited to twelve on this small-group tour.
Highlights
- ✓Travel to the forests of the Carpathian Mountains to see Carpathian brown bears in the wild
- ✓Watch for bears and cubs in the woodlands from a secure hide
- ✓Spot other wildlife, such as deer, lynx, wild boar and game birds
- ✓Be escorted to and from your hide by an experienced forest ranger
What you'll see & do
- ✓Meet your driver in front Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu, Bulevardul Eroilor, 500036 Brașov, in the late afternoon and set off by air-conditioned minivan or car into the Carpathian Mountains of Romania's Transylvania region. The starting time is between 16:00 - 18:00, depending of the month! We inform you about the exact pick up time/meeting time with 2-3 days before! Extra charges apply if you are staying in Poiana Brasov resort! After roughly 40 minutes, arrive at the hide where you meet our forest ranger and settle in to watch for bears. Stay quiet and enjoy ample time to look for these magnificent animals. Note: we cannot guarantee 100% that you will be able to see any of the wildlife listed above. Do not forget that wildlife have their own way of living and we, humans, try to approach them as much as possible in their natural habitat.
What's included
- ✓Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
- ✓English speaking forest ranger at the hide
- ✓Professional driver
What's not included
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Photography tax if photos for professional use
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Drop off at your location in Brasov
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress warmly: sturdy, waterproof footwear and warm clothing recommended
Do NOT dress in bright colors
Do NOT use any perfume
Do NOT bring any food with you
Minimum booking numbers apply (2 pax). If you would like to join as 1 person please note that the price for 2 is be applicable. In case we have other tourists, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour.
Minimum age allowed: 12 years old.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
At the end of the tour we can drop you off at your location in Brasov, for an extra fee. Please inform the driver about it.
We cannot guarantee 100% that you will be able to see any of the wildlife listed above. Do not forget that wildlife have their own way of living and we, humans, try to approach them as much as possible in their natural habitat.
The starting time is between 16:00 - 18:00, depending of the month! You will be advised by our local partner on the exact starting time with 2-3 days before the tour - pick up from Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.