Top Brasov Nature and Wildlife Tours

Immerse yourself in the legends of Transylvania with a visit to Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress. Departing from Braşov, the half-day hour tour begins with a stop at Râșnov to explore its imposing, 13th-century fortress. Next up is Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ — a hilltop estate that conjures up visions of howling wolves and bats fluttering in the moonlight. Wander the castle’s Gothic chambers and learn about its ties to Bram Stoker’s undead antihero. Upgrade when booking your experience and extend your tour to the beautifully ornate Peleș Castle.

Go deep into the Carpathian Mountains in search of resident brown bears on this half-day tour from Brasov. With a forest ranger escort and guide accompanying you, you'll have the best chance of spotting bears and you'll learn about their biology and behavior through detailed commentary. Round-trip transportation means you can enjoy the scenic drive from Brasov and back.

Make the most of your Romanian holiday with a full-day tour to three of the country’s major attractions.  With included end-to-end transportation and a private guide, you're able to fully experience each location. After pickup from Brasov, head to Rasnov Citadel to admire the 13th century fortress. Then, visit Bran Castle, the inspiration Dracula’s castle in Bram Stoker’s novel, before ending your day at Liberty Bear Sanctuary.

Cross off three of Romania’s most memorable tourist destinations in one day, starting with the imposing Peasant Citadel in Rasnov.  Hear the myths and true stories as you explore Bran Castle, which influenced Bram Stoker’s Dracula. At the spectacular royal residence Peles Castle, you'll visit both the exterior and inside at your leisure. See the stunning Transylvanian Alps and Bucegi Mountains on your relaxing trip back to Brasov.

In this tour we will visit 3 of the most beautiful and important turistic sights that Romania has to offer. The Peles castle- summer residence belonging to the royal family of Roamnia, build in the 19th century by Carol the First, first king of Romania. It is the most beautiful castle of Romania and maybe of Europe.Next we have the Bran castle, also known as the Dracula castle, build in the 14 century and made famous by the Irish writer Bram Stoker. Legends,spirits, ghosts and many mysteries will be encountered at Draculas castle.Third we have Rasnov fortress, build in the 13th century on top of a rocky hill creating the perfect vantage point over the surounding valley,reason why it was concured only once in 1611. We will be able to admire beautiful mountain scenery of the Bucegi mountains, Tara Barsei and may others. You will have high-class transport conditions, avoid the long lines and hassle of purchasing tickets onsite, which gives you more time to sightsee.

- admire the great large carnivore of Carpathians - observe wildlife in their natural habitat - get very close, but without any fence - chances to spot deer, wild boar, wolves or lynx Romanian Carpathians hosts ~60% (approx. 5,500 bears) of the Brown Bear population from Europe. We offer you the opportunity to see and admire the brown bears in their own habitat, from a specially designed observation hide deep in the Tranislvania forest. The forest rangers will take you deep in the forest, on a gravel road, you will continue walking for a few hundred meters to the hide where you will wait quietly for wildlife. There are high chances (statistically more then 85% chances) to spot the Carpathian Brown Bear, sometimes a female with cobs, sometimes a larger male bear, but you can also spot the wildboar, roe deer and red dear, wolves, linx and even some game birds

Explore three historic highlights of Transylvania on a fascinating day trip from Brașov. Visit a UNESCO World Heritage-listed church in the medieval village of Viscri, and wander through the fortified Saxon town of Sighişoara — known as the birthplace of the warlord who inspired Bram Stoker’s Count Dracula. Finally, learn the history of the imposing, 14th-century Rupea Fortress on a guided tour.

Head into the wild and see Carpathian brown bears up close on this 3-hour tour from Brașov. Meet your guide in the city at sunset, then journey into the Carpathian Mountains, where you'll join up with a ranger. Trek into the forest in search of a hide, then wait quietly in hope of spotting the bears that inhabit the region. You might also see deer, wild boar, lynx and other native wildlife. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group tour.

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.

PRIVATE TOUR If until now you have only witnessed the spectacle of nature want to see it up-close, the Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti Imagine how the most beautiful virgin European forests would look like without a brown bear reserve like this one? And what if we tell you can take pictures of real bears with their cubs up-close, and watch them eat and go about their day from only a few steps away, without the fear of getting attacked?Well, as unbelievable as that sounds, you can do it all, risk-free, in the biggest brown bear sanctuary in the world. That is why the Bear Sanctuary is one of the most sought-after natural tourist attractions in Romania for thousands of people around the globe, regardless of the season. If you think that this Transylvanian Medieval Tour is for you and your friends, it is the perfect occasion to book a trip.

Hike among the spectacular Carpathian Mountains on a guided, small-group tour of Piatra Craiului National Park from Brașov. Follow one of two routes on a half-day hike through alpine meadows, fragrant forests and country villages that seem untouched by time. See the cavernous Zarnesti Gorge, and learn about the traditional rural industries of cheese-making and shepherding. Refuel with hearty Romanian fare at either a mountain hut or a local village. Numbers are limited to eight people for a personalized hiking experience.

If you’re looking to satisfy your appetite for adventure, then this 5-hour tour of the Canionul Sapte Scari (Seven Ladders Canyon) is for you. Beginning in Brasov, this tour takes you to the renowned gorge, famed for the ladders and bridges that weave between its waterfalls and rock formations. After a scenic hike through meadows and forests, descend into the canyon and explore under the guidance of your professional instructor. This small-group tour, limited to eight people, can be customized according to your fitness level and ability.

Escape the city and travel straight to the heart of rural Romanian life on this private trip to Bran Castle and Piatra Craiului National Park from Brasov. Ideal for lovers of the outdoors, this excursion combines striking natural beauty with insights into ancient Transylvanian traditions: visit a bat cave replete with Jurassic limestone formations, enjoy a hike through beautiful mountain villages, and sample handmade cheese in the national park’s oldest guest house. The moderate walking routes of this private tour can be customized according to your fitness level.

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.

Gain an intimate glimpse of rural Romania on this horse-riding tour from Brasov. Benefit from the personalized attention of your small-group guide as you trot through the Transylvanian landscape, then head back to the stables for a close encounter with its four-hooved residents and a traditional three-course meal. Afterwards, visit a local fortified church with your guide before being dropped back to your hotel.

Built by a professional photographer, the bear hides in the Tusnad area are designed to offer tourists the best bear watching experience in Romania. A one-way mirror window prevents bears from seeing inside so that tourists can safely watch these animals from as close as 10 meters. Sometimes they even come right to the windows. The bear hides are specially built on the ground, at the same level with the animals and they are completely safe. Moreover, they are perfect for professional and also amateur photographers. Inside, there is enough space to sit down and relax while enjoying this wonderful experience. We are against wildlife hunting and because we promote sustainable tourism, we want our guests to see living bears in their natural habitat, not at the ZOO or in a reservation. You will be picked up from your location in Brasov and taken to Tusnad area, where you will participate at the bear watching activity. In the end, you will be dropped off at your location in Brasov.

Our Small-Group Trip to Libearty Bear Sanctuary from Brasov will take you from the city to Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. The driver will take you to the Sanctuary, there you will meet the guide from the Sanctuary which will take you inside and explain you what is happening in this awesome place. The tour with the guide from the Bear Sanctuary takes about one hour and represents a walk along a forest path of approximately two kilometers. This way, you will discover the stories of the bears that are now living in the sanctuary, the purpose of this place and you may ask questions. The bears’ want to tell you something: This is not a zoo! It’s our forest. Please respect it! Do not throw us food, because we don’t need it! Do not use the flashes! They bother us! Do not eat or drink in front of us! It’s rude! NOTE: Children under five years are not allowed inside the “Libearty” Bear Sanctuary, for safety reasons, for the smooth running of the visit and for the welfare of the bears.

Private 4x4 adventure tour for small groups to explore the stunning landscapes over Carpathian Mountains.Travel in authentic 4x4 vehicles well prepared for safe and relaxing off road trip in Romania. What you get? • Get off the beaten tracks and enjoy fascinating off road and nature experiences • Discover spectacular lakes, rivers, canyons and authentic villages where time has stood still • Explore wildlife • Enjoy coffee breaks in the mountains with breathtaking views • Admire panoramic views of the Bucegi and Piatra Craiului Mountains • Experience the traditional way of life in the countryside • Meet the local people and taste delicious traditional dishes • Disconnect of the office stress and connect to pure nature • Driving at flying altitudes • Visit an authentic sheepfold and taste organic cheese • Visit Bran Castle (also known as Dracula’s Castle), a medieval masterpiece with fascinating history • Visit charming medieval city of Brasov and explore its Old Town Center

Fringed by the peaks of the Southern Carpathian Mountains and resplendent with gothic, baroque and renaissance architecture, as well as a wealth of historical attractions, Brasov is one of the most visited places in Romania. The location of the city at the intersection of trade routes linking the Ottoman Empire and western Europe, together with certain tax exemptions, allowed Saxon merchants to obtain considerable wealth and exert a strong political influence in the region. This was reflected in the city's German name, Kronstadt, as well as in its Latin name, Corona, meaning Crown City (hence, the coat of arms of the city which is a crown with oak roots). Fortifications were erected around the city and continually expanded, with several towers maintained by different craft guilds, according to medieval custom.

Hidden between the mountains, with Bucegi on one side and Piatra Craiului Mountains on the other, these villages endulge in a slow, eternal rhythm, which inspires you peace and takes you into a beautiful past. Anywhere you look, you will find yourself in a dream, Magura and Pestera villages being two of the most beautiful settlements in the country. Here you will find the timeless traditional houses and that patriarchal life described in the local culture. You will discover a balance between what man has moulded with his own hands and everything that nature has to offer at it's best.Traditional villages await you to discover them, as they are only partly touched by civilization. Pick up time is at 8:30 A.M. from your accommodation in Brasov. Driving to Pestera mountain village will take around 1 hour and this is the place where our hiking trip starts. The total length of the hike + breaks will take approx. 5-6 hours. We return back to Brasov around 4-5 P.M.

If you're an outdoor lover and are thrilled at the idea of spending the whole day outside, this trip is for you! Discover one of the most beautiful National Parks in Romania, the Piatra Craiului National Park. It's filled with canyons, mountain cabins and limestone ridges. Prepare for an easy to moderate hike, which will take us up to the Curmatura Cabin. The foods they serve are delicious! We can either eat there or you can bring your lunch with you. After lunch, we start descending towards the Prapastiile Zarnestilor Canyon, a marvelous area with impressive views, like those described in a fairytale.

Hike one of Europe's most beautiful and mythical mountain ranges on this 4-night trekking tour in the Carpathains. Venture into the Bucegi Mountains and Piatra Craiului National Park with a licensed mountain guide, and scale the peaks with full days of moderate to strenuous hiking, earning fantastic views over the Romanian countryside. Stay overnight in traditional village guesthouses, and replenish your energy with all included meals, including a memorable lunch at a local sheep farm.

We will travel to a traditional Romanian ranch and we will have a horseback ride adventure through fields, hills, and forests. Deer, various birds, rabbits, foxes, and other friendly wild animals can be encountered during the experience. The plan is to enjoy nature, connect with the horse and free your mind! You will be picked up from your accommodation, we will start our trip with a drive from Brasov to the chosen horse ranch depending on your skill (beginner, intermediate, advanced). A horse that's suitable for your riding level will be assigned to you. The pace of the horseback riding experience will be set to suit your skills. Tips before and during the experience will be provided by a certified horseback riding instructor that comes along the way. Our route includes fields, hills, and forests. You will be able to enjoy breathtaking Transylvanian landscapes. After we return to the ranch we will have a traditional Romanian meal made from organic ingredients.

Ecotourism is a way of responsible travel in which the main purpose is observing and appreciating nature and the local traditions. You'll get the chance to appreciate incredible views over Bucegi Natural Park as you'll spend a full day right in the heart of Transylvania. Visit one of the most authentic mountain villages in Romania with amazing views over Piatra Craiului National Park, experience the Eco Trail Romania and get to observe the locals and their way of living. This is an easy/medium 8 to 12 km trail, 400-500 m elevation height, total 5 to 6 hours hike on wide paths with no exposure or dangerous cliffs. This trip is suitable to families or any other groups of people that can walk on various terrains for half a day. You need to bring hiking boots and clothes that suits the outside weather, back pack, rain coat and a small snack. We also recommend to bring a hat, sun cream, ticks spray and hiking sticks.