Wild Brown Bear Observation Tour: An Authentic Experience from Brasov
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Brasov
Embark on an authentic wild brown bear observation tour from Brasov. Meet your guide, learn about these majestic creatures, and witness them in their natural habitat. Book now!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Discovery Transylvania - In Romania we have the largest brown bear population in Europe, about half of this population (6000 bears) live in Romania. For about 2 hours we will be standing with brown bears in the Transylvanian forests. Rangers accompanied by deep in the forest and in an observer we will see the free bears in their natural environment. We will see adults, females with cubs and their struggle for survival in the natural and wild environment.

We’ll be able to see deer, foxes and wild boars

What's Included
  • Round-trip private transfer from Brașov to bear-watching site
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for all Brasov locations
  • Expert driver-guide for the journey
  • Accompanied by a forest ranger for safety
  • Exclusive small group experience
What's Not Included
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

From May to November, your chauffeur guide will pick you up at your Brasov accommodation in the dusk hours before embarking on a journey in a cool, air-conditioned minivan or car. A short 30-minute road trip will be taken through the forests encircling Brasov.

Along the way, you’ll be enthralled by interesting facts about the brown bears: how they can attain colossal sizes - with some males tipping the scales at an astounding 770 pounds (350 kgs). Discover their wilderness existence, and the significance of their excellent sense of smell essential for their longevity.

We’ll connect with the Park Ranger who will acquaint us with the regulations for respectfully coexisting in the bears’ territory. A brief 20-minute walk or a jeep ride will carry us to the observation point from where we’ll spy on the brown bears in their natural surroundings. Among the sights to capture will be male bears, females along with their cubs, and the interaction between them.

After a roughly two-hour watch, we’ll retreat from the viewing area and make our way back to the minivan. Your Brasov domicile will be your final drop-off point.

Expect to carry back unforgettable recollections of the breathtaking wild life of the brown bear as experienced in the forest.

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • 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 age allowed: 5 years old.
  • Between November and April, every year, this tour can not be organized because the bears hibernate.
Location
Discovery Transylvania
Bulevardul Valea Cetatii 7
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dawnad1704gj
Apr 15, 2024
Amazing! - Such an amazing experience to see the brown bears in the wild. We got to see them interact and we got to see the big alpha who was missing a ear.
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Ilkeg2024
Apr 2, 2024
5 bears! simply top - It was just incredible, we were lucky and saw 5 bears in total. Claudiu was very nice and told us everything about the bears.
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N3325plaaronk
Nov 4, 2023
5 bears and a fox - Had a great time with Claudiu who was our guide for the trip. We saw 5 bears and a very brave fox, we enjoyed the trip so much.
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O3394jcmatthews
Nov 2, 2023
Safe and beautiful - We got to see 7 bears i total and that is enough said. The experience was fantastic as it was our first time seeing animals in the wild. Claudiu took care of us everything is very safe and he explained and gave details about every bear!
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338athenad
Oct 7, 2023
10-15 Meter distance, many bears (saw nine) - It was really great. We saw nine bears in total, and eight at once together. The guide, Claudiu, provided plenty of information on Romanian bears. Recommend.
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N3361wyjulies
Oct 3, 2023
Amazing Experience - Loved it!! Saw loads of bears. Totally amazing unique experience. Our guide was really enthusiastic about her job and could clearly see she Loved it! Highly recommended.
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A4714jnlawrences
Sep 5, 2023
Yes, I trust them - After a successful trip with our guide he convinced us to join the bear watching tour as well and what a treat. I was sceptical as I didn't what to waste money in chase no bears came in (being wild animals this is a possibility) but Claudi assured me every time he went they had bears coming in and what a treat we saw 6 in total!
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667ungureanua
Aug 24, 2023
Wonderful - Incredible experience to see the brown bears in the wild, we saw plenty of bears 5-6 and Claudiu offered us plenty of information about them, the way they live etc.
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Jorgeby4525pj
Aug 21, 2023
Incredible! - Incredible seeing bears in the wild. This was our first time and it was very fun. In total we see 7 bears, all sizes the oldest was 12 and the youngest the guide said 5
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Remyc867
Aug 10, 2023
A bit artificial! - It's extraordinary to be able to observe ten bears for more than an hour, well sheltered in an observatory. You should even know that they are baited by food distributed every day in the same place at the same time. 100% chance of seeing bears but it's a bit artificial you have to know.
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