The delta of the Danube River represents one of the last natural paradises in Europe, a network of channels, lakes, and lushly vegetated forests. It is home to a fascinating mix of cultures and peoples—and a huge diversity of birds, presided over by the greatest of them all, the pelican. The Danube river flows into the Black Sea and has the largest marshland in Europe. The continuous stretch of reed beds is also said to be the largest in the world. The reeds act as a filter, making the water pure and drinkable. The Danube Delta was included in the UNESCO Project as a Reservation of the Biosphere because its peculiar features and the originality and variety of the ecosystems (more than 25 types of natural ecosystems).
Enjoy our tour and discover this amazing European sanctuary!
Departures: April - September
Duration: 4 days / 3 nights
PRIVATE TOUR: by car / minivan and boat
In the morning, you will be picked-up from Bucharest towards Tulcea by a private car. The adventure in the Danube Delta starts from Tulcea port, on the Sulina, Iulia and Sontea channels, until we reach the Mila 23 village. This is a small fishermen village, situated in the heart of the Danube Delta. We will visit the village, then, if the weather is good, we could visit some other nearby villages, hoping that we will have the chance to see local birds such as herons, storks, pelicans, cormorants, egrets and more.
We will watch the amazing sunset on Lake Ligheanca, then accommodation and dinner in a local guest house in Mila 23.
Probably the best day for exploration and bird watching! There will be a morning boat ride and another one in the afternoon.
In between, you can savour a lunch at the guesthouse, relax, or visit the Ivan Patzaichin Museum in the village. Ivan Patzaichin was Romania’s most decorated canoeist, a four‑time Olympic champion and national sporting icon. Here is a cultural and educational center dedicated to him. Built on the site of his parents’ home and inaugurated in May 2024 under UNESCO patronage, the museum celebrates Patzaichin’s sporting achievements while highlighting the traditions of the community and the fragile biodiversity of the Delta
Accommodation at the same guesthouse in Mila 23 village.
In the morning, after breakfast, we start on the Old Danube canal, towards Sulina canal and reach the Letea Forest area. Here you will discover a tiny wonderland nestled deep inside the Delta, where forests grow lush and wild horses run free. You will have the chance to discover a new ecosystem! Letea is one of the most fascinating areas of the Danube Delta, famous for its subtropical forest, wild horses, and unique sand‑dune landscapes. It’s both a nature reserve and a cultural gem, offering visitors rare biodiversity and traditional village life.
After spending the whole day in this area, return to Mila 23.
After breakfast, we start towards our final adventure of the Danube Delta tour. Today we will have the opportunity to admire birds of all kinds, water lilies, reeds and many more, as we head back towards Tulcea.
The Danube Delta trip ends around noon, when you will be picked-up from the port and driven back to Bucharest. End of tour.
From 750 EUR/pers
*contact us for a personalized quotation
- Proffesional English speaking bird-watching guide;
- transport by private car from Bucharest to Tulcea and back;
- transport by boat (shared) in the Delta;
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3 nights accommodation with breakfast and dinner included in a local guesthouse;
- Danube Delta reservation tax.
- Lunches (you can pay directly to the hosts, in cash)
- Other personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, etc);
- Accommodation in Bucharest.
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