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By Outdoor Holidays (NeoTour Brasov)

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Features

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Overview

  • Experience one of Romania’s most memorable wildlife adventures in the heart of the Carpathian Mountains. This guided tour offers the opportunity to observe wildlife in its natural habitat from a safe and respectful distance.

    The late afternoon is the best time for observation, when wildlife is most active and chances of sightings are higher. From April onwards, conditions are generally more favourable as animals become more active after winter. For earlier dates, availability may vary depending on conditions.

    After a 1–1.5 hour drive, you will meet the forest ranger at a designated meeting point and continue together to the observation hide.

    From the hide, you will enjoy a calm and safe environment for approximately 1.5–2 hours, with time to observe and photograph wildlife. Your guide will share insights into the local ecosystem and animal behaviour.

    Before nightfall, you will return to your vehicle, and your guide will ensure a safe transfer back to your accommodation in Brașov.

Activity location

  • Piatra Craiului National Park Visitor Center
    • Toplita street 150
    • 505800, Zarnesti, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Strada Politehnicii 3
    • 3 Strada Politehnicii
    • 500019, Brașov, Județul Brașov, Romania

Check availability

Sorry this activity isn't available on Tue, 3 Nov
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Forest ranger escort
  • Inclusions
    Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    English speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Brasov
  • Exclusions
    Tips & service charge
  • Exclusions
    Pick-up outside Brasov (for accommodation outside Brasov there is an extra fee)

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Bears have a very sensitive smell so please don’t bring any kind of food or snacks. Also, please don’t use perfume or other scents.
    • Dress adequately. Wear sturdy shoes and try to avoid brights colours.
    • During the activity don’t use flash or any other lights, as these might scare the animals. Please turn off your camera’s focus assist light.
    • Bears are dangerous and unpredictable wild animals. Please don’t try to feed them or act like they are pets. In case you encounter one avoid eye contact, don’t try to run or climb into trees and listen to the forest ranger’s advice.
    • This activity takes place in the wild, in an uncontrolled environment. Therefore, we can't guarantee that you will see bears. A refund is not possible in case no bears show up at the bear-watching site.
    • The minimum age to participate in this tour is 7 years.

Activity itinerary

Piatra Craiului National Park Visitor Center

  • 2h
Join us for an unforgettable wildlife experience in the Carpathian Mountains. We'll pick you up from your accommodation in Brașov and drive to a remote forest area, where you'll meet the forest ranger. From there, you'll continue off-road to a safe, elevated wildlife hide. Spend around 2 hours quietly observing bears and other wildlife in their natural habitat while your guide shares fascinating insights about the local ecosystem. This is also a great opportunity to take unforgettable photos—without disturbing the animals. After the experience, we'll return you safely to your accommodation in Brașov. Season: April–October/November (depending on conditions) Duration: Approx. 5–6 hours, including transfers.

Location

Activity location

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    Piatra Craiului National Park Visitor Center
    • Toplita street 150
    • 505800, Zarnesti, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Strada Politehnicii 3
    • 3 Strada Politehnicii
    • 500019, Brașov, Județul Brașov, Romania

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