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Biblioteca Județeană “George Barițiu” - Connect with your tour guide or park ranger right outside the Biblioteca Județeană “George Barițiu”, located on Bulevardul Eroilor, 500036 Brașov, during the early evening hours. Embark on a journey in a comfortable, climate-controlled minivan or automobile towards the Carpathian Mountains in the heart of Transylvania, Romania.
Departure times are scheduled between 16:00 - 18:00, varying by month. You will receive notification of the precise pick-up/meeting time a couple of days in advance. Please note that additional fees are incurred for pickups from the Poiana Brasov resort!
After an estimated 40-minute drive, you will reach the observation hide. Here, you can settle down and patiently wait to spot bears. Maintain silence and take advantage of the opportunity to observe these majestic creatures.
Please be aware that while we strive to provide the best chance of wildlife sightings, we cannot promise a 100% success rate. Remember, wild animals follow their own patterns and we endeavor to encounter them as closely as we can within their natural surroundings.
- Round-trip transport in an air-conditioned car or minivan
- Convenient hotel drop-off in Brasov city
- Guidance from a professional driver-guide
- Accompanied by a forest ranger during the forest excursion
- Food and drinks
- Photography tax if photos for professional use
- Gratuities
- Drop off at your location in Brasov
Take the chance to observe Carpathian brown bears in their natural habitat with this 3-hour bear viewing excursion from Brașov. Departing at dusk, venture by minivan or car into the Carpathian Mountains, then, guided by a forest ranger, traverse into the woods to a secure wildlife viewing area. Silently watch for the magnificent brown bears that inhabit these forests. Keep an eye out for young bears, large males, and female bears with their cubs, as well as other fauna such as deer and wild boar.
Please note: we cannot ensure with absolute certainty that you will see any of the above-mentioned wildlife. Remember, these creatures have their own lifestyles, and as humans, we strive to observe them as respectfully as possible in their natural surroundings.
- 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! We inform you about the exact pick up time from Biblioteca Județeană “George Barițiu”, Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35 with 2-3 days before! Extra charges apply if you are staying in Poiana Brasov resort!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.