Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brașov

4 hours

Easy

Join us to observe and admire Carpathian wildlife in its natural habitat from a specially designed observation hide deep in the Transylvanian forest.

The forest ranger leads you along a mountain path through the forest, walking a few hundred meters to the observation hide, where you wait quietly for the wildlife to appear  (walking time approx. 20 minutes). There is a high chance (statistically around 70%) of spotting wild boar, roe deer, red deer, wolves, and a variety of forest birds—and you may even spot Europe’s largest land  predator in its natural habitat, a truly unforgettable experience.

Brown bears (Ursus arctos) have a wide global distribution, reflecting their ability to adapt to a variety of habitats. The brown bear's principal range includes parts of Russia,  India, China, Canada, the United States (primarily Alaska), Scandinavia,  and the Carpathian region (especially Romania). There are estimated to be more than 200.000 brown bears worldwide, with approximately 5.500  individuals in the Carpathian region of Romania. They are amongst the  argest living carnivores and can grow to enormous sizes: males up to  350kg and females up to 200kg. Adult males tend to be, on average, 8 to  10% larger than females. They have good hearing, an excellent sense of smell, and can live for up to 30 years.

What's included?

    Professional driver
    Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
    Service of a Forest Ranger to accompany you to the bear hide and back,  also for your protection, the forest ranger could carry a gun for  extreme situations

    Exclusions
    • Tip or gratuity

    Food and drinks
    Photography tax if photos for professional use
    Gratuities
    Drop off at your location in Brasov


    Please note
    • Public transportation nearby
    • 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 clients, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour.
    • Minimum age allowed: 12 years old.
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Meeting point:  In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. The starting time is between 16:00 - 18:00, depending of the month! You will be advised on the exact starting time with 2-3 days before the tour. Driving time to the spot: about 40 minutes.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
    What to bring