Top Transylvania Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 3

The Transfagarasan road is famously dubbed the most beautiful road in Romania. Visit this scenic destination in the Făgăraș Mountains, waterfalls, and viewpoints without navigating road conditions on this small-group tour from Sibiu. Sections of the mountain road close November to June, during which the tour includes a cable car ride to Balea Lake. Travel comfortably in a modern minivan with hotel pickup included.

Spend a fun-filled day exploring some of the best natural attractions in Romania. On this handy day trip you’ll visit Romania’s only volcanic lake, a swamp with carnivorous plants, a ‘smelly’ cave, and a bear habitat in the forest. You’ll discover that there’s much more to Romania than just Dracula’s Castle. Both kids and adults will love this tour.

To discover the Transfagarasan road with its unforgettable scenery is indeed an adventure, especially for those daredevils who wish to reach peaks once untouched but by chamois and golden eagles. Transfagarasan Highway - rated by Top Gear as the most spectacular road in the world, the Transfagarasan impresses with its extraordinary scenery, the number of serpentines and the height at which it was built, the Fagaras mountains being the highest in Romania; thus, the Transfagarasan reaches altitudes up to 2042 meters at Lake Balea where it starts its descent to Cartisoara village; here, on a 30 km stretch we can enjoy the sight of the road in all its splendor. Lake Balea - a glacier lake formed in a cirque (a depression surrounded by high mountains) at an altitude of 2040 metres; it lies on an area of 4,6 hectares (the length of the lake is 360 metres) and its depth is of approximately 11 metres.

Explore the countryside of Brasov on this private off-road adventure. Enjoy pickup from your Brasov accommodations and a visit to the Liberty Bear Sanctuary and a tour of Bran Castle before going off-road in the hills near Bran Castle, with a stops at traditional houses for lunch and to sample homemade cheese and Romanian brandy.

Nestled in the heart of Romania, the Ciucaș Massif enchants visitors with its dramatic rock formations, lush forests, and winding trails. Known for its unique “mushroom-shaped” peaks and panoramic vistas, this mountain range is a paradise for hikers, nature lovers, and photographers alike. Each season paints the massif in a new palette, from vibrant wildflowers in spring to snow-dusted peaks in winter, making every visit unforgettable. This guided day hike brings you closer to the heart of the most beautiful mountains in Romania. With us, you can choose the hiking level that suits you best—whether you prefer an easy walk, a moderate adventure, or a challenging climb. Easy Level hike - between 3-5 hours Medium Level hike - between 5-6 hours Difficult Level hike - between 6-9 hours

This private Transylvania combo tour is ideal for both animal lovers and fans of vampire lore. Observe dozens of brown bears rescued from zoos and circuses at the Libearty Brown Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti, and then get spooked at Bran Castle—a Gothic estate that seems plucked straight from the pages of Bram Stoker’s “Dracula.” Avoid being rushed or crowded on a bus with private transport just for your group.

Medieval Transylvania Tour offers you a relaxing time in two wonderful places of Transylvania, Viscri village and one of the best-preserved towns in Europe and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. We will start with the visit to Viscri village, the traditional Saxon village, one of the oldest in all of Transylvania. Here you will meet a traditional blacksmith in his workshop and he will show you how is working in a traditional blacksmith workshop, all these things in an exclusive traditional tour in a horse cart. After lunch, we leave Viscri village and the tour continues to Sighisoara city. On the route, enjoy an exclusive tasting of organic Transylvanian “like Grandma used to make” jams. The last stop is Sighisoara, one of the best-preserved cities in Europe and the only city in Romania which looks exactly the same way as in the 16th century and it is also the last still inhabited medieval citadel not only in Transylvania but in whole Europe.

Go in search of rare wildflowers and plants and experience the pristine nature of the Scarita-Belioara Botanical Reserve on this private tour from Cluj. Travel into the mountains to the village of Posaga de Sus, where you’ll begin an alpine hike through beech forest to Scarita peak, which sits at an altitude of 1384 meters (4541 feet). Due to the altitude and difficulty of the hike, participants require a moderate level of fitness for this tour.

Forget the hassle of navigating public transport and discover iconic Transylvania on a private day trip to Bran Castle and Brașov from Bucharest. Gain insight into the region’s history and vampiric legends from your guide as you traverse the mountainous landscape with ease, and avoid hidden costs with entrance fees to attractions included in the price.

With many years of experience on the unbeaten trails of "Piatra Craiului" and "Bucegi" mountains, we'll show you one of the best trails that very few people knows on ones of the most Rockies mountains of the Carpathian range. The trail we'll be chosen depending your experience and equipment.

Transylvania is renowned for its natural beauty, but travelers without private transportation often find themselves limited to towns and cities. Immerse yourself in the remote wilderness of Bucegi Natural Park during this full-day private trekking excursion. Alongside a certified mountain guide, you’ll traverse canyons, ridges, forests, and peaks as you make your way toward Malaiesti Cottage, a mountain cabin that's a favorite with locals.

The “Libearty” bear Sanctuary is not a zoo! The mission of the sanctuary is to save the captive animals who lived in miserable conditions, offering them the necessary care, decent living conditions in a natural environment within an area of 69 hectares of forests, streams and pools. The “Libearty” Sanctuary does not receive any public funds! It is built and administered by the Millions of Friends Association, a non-governmental organization.

Discover the beauty of the Carpathian Mountains and challenge yourself with a private guided hike of a difficult trail in Piatra Craiului National Park, Bucegi Natural Park, or other area mountain. Your licensed and professional guide will help you select a route tailored to your experience and fitness level and guide you the entire way, so you can focus on the scenery and experience.

Visit two interesting and very different attractions on this handy day trip from Bucharest. Spend time at a bear sanctuary in the forest, which is home to almost 90 bears that have been rescued from captivity and given a better life. Also visit the notorious Dracula’s Castle—more accurately called Bran Castle—to learn about this Romanian icon. This is a fun day trip that will interest the whole family.

Add some adventure to your Romanian vacation on a small-group hiking tour in the Piatra Mare Mountains from Brasov. After a comfortable transfer from your hotel to the trailhead, your guide will lead you through Seven Ladders Canyon. Continue up to the Piatra Mare hut for a well-deserved break before heading to the peak. From the top, enjoy unrivaled views of several mountain ranges, including Bucegi and Ciucas.

Easy Rafting is a spectacular and captivating adventure sport, which is practiced with special inflatable canoes with a capacity of 2 people, on a route of about 2 hours. These boats give us the opportunity to approach smaller rivers, compared to boats of 6 - 8 people, which can only cross routes on rivers with high flows. This extraordinary sport will forever change your idea of going out to the mountains, living an extraordinary experience on the waves of the river. Before starting the actual activity, the crew will instruct you on how a canoe-rafting tour will proceed and everything that needs to be done during the entire descent. The boats will move in convoy, being framed in front and behind by specialized guides. For canoe-rafting, we offer you a special routes, on the Dâmbovița River.

There’s much more to Brasov than just Gothic architecture—discover the mountainous surroundings of the Transylvanian town on a full-day private hiking tour to the villages of Magura and Pestera. You’ll delve deeper into local culture and soak up panoramic views of Piatra Craiului National Park, benefiting from personalized attention and hotel pickup included.

Make the most of your time in Transylvania on a bike tour of the region’s cultural highlights. Zip between sites with ease, while still enjoying an intimate experience of landmarks including Cisnădioara’s fortified church, Emil Cioran Memorial House, and the pastoral villages Poplaca and Rășinari. Meet your guide at a central Sibiu location, and benefit from their insight as you explore the region together.

See one of the most amazing places in Brasov - the magnificent Seven Ladders Canyon, in this small-group half day trip from Brasov. Carved by the river in ancient limestone from the Jurassic era, this gorge is one of the most popular attractions for tourists and locals as well. After a hike through the forests situated at the foothills of Piatra Mare mountain, you will arrive at the canyon and go through it on almost vertical ladders. If you're afraid of heights, you can relax outside the canyon and enjoy the scenery.

Celebrate Hallowe’en in one of the spookiest places in Europe on a tour that takes you to Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), which inspired the setting for Bram Stoker’s world-famous Gothic novel. Transport and tickets to the evening’s spooktacular Hallowe’en party are included on this fangtastic tour, which also features a tour of the ancient castle under the cloak of darkness.

You will have the chance to admire the beautiful surrounding mountains: Postăvaru, Bucegi, and of course, Piatra Craiului. Once we arrive in Magura, we gonna start our tour, go through the narrow country roads, we will have the Piatra Craiului mountain range on our right side and the majestic Bucegi mountains on our left side. After a short break in a local household where we will have the chance to taste the famous palinka or a homemade sour cherry liqueur ( included ), we will continue our journey between the rolling hills until we reach the mountain village of Peștera. On the road, we will stop at a local restaurant and serve a delicious traditional lunch ( not included ), while admiring the best view of the picturesque village and Piatra Craiului and Bucegi mountains. We will alternate the climbs and descents until we reach the beautiful Moieciu de Jos village. We will stop there at a panoramic view, return to Magura where we left the car and drive back to Brasov.

Explore one of Eastern Europe's only volcanic lakes on this private tour from Brasov. You and your private party will enjoy personalized attention from your guide and commentary tailored to you as you travel. Relax in an 8-seat minibus and take in the scenery; your guide will take care of all the driving and navigation.

Immerse yourself in the cultural traditions of northern Romania on this delightfully diverse 6-day tour from Cluj. Explore the regions of Maramures and Bukovina, known for their many UNESCO-listed monasteries and uniquely preserved heritage. Discover the local way of life through music, handicrafts, art and cuisine, and visit many historic sites with your knowledgeable guide. The tour includes 5 nights of accommodation in 3-star hotels, all transport and entrance fees, daily breakfast and round-trip airport transfers from Cluj-Napoca.

Do something different in Transylvania on an e-bike tour of the Transfagarasan Highway from Brasov. The bike's battery power helps you scale this winding alpine road that dates back to the Communist era and offers spectacular views of the Carpathains. It can be challenging to navigate, but a guide helps you safely ascend to beautiful Balea Lake and Waterfall at the top.