Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brașov
Description
Join us to observe and admire Carpathian wildlife in its natural habitat from a specially designed observation hide deep in the Transylvanian forest.. Note: The chances to spot them are about 70%. 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.
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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.
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Important Information
- 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.
Reviews(413)
This trip was very good. Our guide was very friendly and gave us lots of information about bears and wildlife in general. We were also lucky to see bears and foxes.
Thank you for your wonderful review, Hannah! We’re delighted you enjoyed the Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brașov and appreciated your guide’s knowledge and friendly approach. Seeing both bears and foxes was a fantastic bonus! We hope to welcome you again for another wildlife adventure in Romania.
Great experience, saw 3-4 bears and 2-3 foxes. Spotting duration was about 2h, the guide was knowledgable and could explain a lot about bears. Very recommended and worth the money.
Thank you for your great review and for joining our Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brasov. We're delighted you had the chance to observe several bears and foxes in their natural habitat. It's wonderful to hear that our guide's knowledge added to the experience and made it even more rewarding. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable wildlife adventure in Romania!
Guide who knows the region very well After 1 hour of waiting in the hide, we saw 5 bears A must-do
Thank you for your wonderful review of our Carpathian Wilderness: A Wildlife Experience from Brasov, Fabrice! We're delighted that you enjoyed the experience and that our guide's knowledge of the region made your tour even more memorable. Seeing five bears after patiently waiting in the hide is truly a fantastic wildlife encounter and a reminder that nature often rewards patience. Thank you for recommending this experience. We hope to welcome you back to Transylvania for another adventure!
Unfortunately, we did not get to view any bears. The company was very kind and offered a partial refund or another attempt for another day since we did not get any viewings. We appreciated the gesture.
Thank you for your review and for your understanding, Lisa. We're sorry the bears decided not to follow our schedule that day. Since they are completely wild animals living in their natural habitat, sightings can never be guaranteed, as explained before the experience and clearly stated on the booking page. That's exactly why we offered a partial refund as an exception, or, whenever possible, another opportunity to join the experience on a different day. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back for another attempt. Perhaps the bears will be a little more cooperative next time!
We loved this tour it was well worth the money. We saw multiple bears, a fox, and were lucky enough to even see a wolf. Our guide, Lucien, was fantastic, he was fun and informative and we learnt a lot about bears in Romania.
Thank you for your wonderful review, Alex! We're delighted to hear you had such an unforgettable wildlife experience and were lucky enough to spot bears, a fox, and even a wolf—a truly rare sight! We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to Lucian. He'll be thrilled to know his knowledge and enthusiasm helped make your evening so enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the Romanian wilderness!
We had a great experience bear watching and saw two bears (one there when we arrived, and another younger bear came by later). It was amazing to get to sit and watch them. The tour was well organised with great communication and an easy pickup. The guide was clear with his instructions and shared some interesting facts and information on bears in Romania. Would definitely recommend this tour to others.
Thank you so much for your kind words and positive review! Your feedback means a lot to us and helps strengthen our relationship. We're truly grateful for your kind words and thrilled to hear that your bear-watching experience was memorable. Highlighting the positive moments helps the audience feel valued and appreciated for sharing their experience. It's also great to know that you appreciated the organization of the tour, the smooth pickup, and the communication throughout. Our guides' passion for Romania's wildlife aims to inspire confidence and trust in our service, and we're happy that the information and safety instructions added to your experience. Thank you for recommending our tour. We hope to welcome you back to Romania for another wildlife adventure or one of our hiking and cultural tours in the future!
Excellent trip. The bears were waiting for us and then they invited the fox. Also the rain held off until we got back to the car where we had left our raincoats. It was great to see the bears and the fox up close
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Tony! It sounds like nature put on quite a show for you—the bears were right on cue, and the fox made a memorable guest appearance! We're also glad the rain waited until you were safely back at the car. Sometimes everything comes together perfectly for a true Carpathian wilderness experience. We're delighted you enjoyed seeing the wildlife up close, and we hope to welcome you back to Romania for another unforgettable adventure!
We were picked up from outside the library as arranged. Driver was friendly and on time. The AC in the minibus could have been better. It took an hour to get to where we began our short walk to the hide. The bus was sweltering. We did visit during a heatwave though. Once in the hide we got settled and were there about 90 minutes in total. During our watch we saw 3 bears and several foxes. It was amazing to see them in their natural habitat. Very enjoyable and highly recommend.
Thank you for your kind review, Gill! We’re glad everything ran smoothly with the pick-up and that you enjoyed the experience overall. We appreciate your note about the AC. Unfortunately, we had a last-minute issue with our regular minibus and had to replace it quickly, but we’ll make sure this does not affect comfort in the future. Seeing 3 bears and several foxes in the wild is truly special, and we’re happy you got to enjoy such moments. Thank you for recommending us!
Great experience to see a couple of bears in the wild. But the group was far too big with 19/20 of us in the hide and it was massively overpriced. The trip didn't last as long as 4 hours.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you had the chance to see bears in the wild. However, we should clarify a few details, as accuracy is always helpful in a public review. There were 13 tourists and 1 guide on the tour, not 19 or 20 people. The tour duration is exactly 4 hours (including the transfers), providing ample time to observe wildlife and enjoy the experience, as clearly specified in the tour description. Regarding the price, we understand that private guiding, logistics, local expertise, safety preparation, flexibility, taxes, booking work, and the effort and expertise involved in wildlife viewing can sometimes seem less visible than the bears themselves. We appreciate your recognition of these efforts, even if they were perhaps not as easy to count as the imaginary extra guests. Public feedback is welcome, of course, but we do believe it works best when it reflects the facts of the experience, which helps us improve and ensures others receive accurate information.
Our dream was to see wild bears in Romania.. and thanks to this tour - it came true!! The guide was extremely knowledgeable and we felt safe the entire time. We managed to see 3 bears and a fox, a beautiful day out in nature from start to finish. Cannot recommend more!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Reece! We’re delighted that your dream of seeing wild bears in Romania came true with us. Seeing 3 bears and a fox in their natural habitat is truly a special experience. We’re also very happy to hear you felt safe and well looked after throughout the tour. That means a lot to us. Thank you for choosing Active Travel and for recommending the Carpathian Wilderness experience from Brasov!
