In order to truly understand the complexity of the Danube Delta, it is not enough to read these words, but you have to visit this vast wilderness, to take a kayak trip amid tangled mangrove canals and peaceful lakes and to listen to the nature’s sounds while strolling along the wild river banks. Only then you will realize the richness of this Romanian natural treasure, so called the birds and fish heaven. An ecosystem so important, we have to preserve it for the generations to come in the same shape it is nowadays.
Here you will get to see all Europe’s wetland plant species, which create a diverse array of habitats: natural floating islands, seasonally submerged riverbank mangroves and reeds, marine and river sand dune ecosystems and salt pans. This area is the most important resting place for the migratory birds between tropical and arctic regions, five of the main migration routes merging here. The most exotic ecosystem in Europe with over 1830 plant species, 320 birds and 133 fish species.
The Orchestrated Itinerary
05:00 – Pick up from Bucharest. 09:00 – We’ll start by doing the paddle training safely. Participants will receive waterproof bags for kayaking the personal luggage and equipment we offer. Every participant in this tour will carry his luggage and food in the kayak. After all these preparations, we will say goodbye to civilization and we will set out on the Danube towards Uzlina. During the day we take breaks for relaxation, photo sessions, snacks. After 15 km we will stop and unload the luggage from the kayak. In the evening we camp in the middle of nature with tents, hammocks, and stars.
We have breakfast, gather the camp, load the kayaks and we go. During the day, we can stop to rest, take a dip and have lunch. Often, depending on the water level, we will not find dry places where we stop, so some snacks will be needed. We will travel with the kayaks on the most remote canals, where we will surely have the opportunity to admire the wild beauties of the Delta. After a long day of navigating through the hidden wetland channels, we reach the shores of the Black Sea! In the evening we camp on the beach surrounded by stars and waves.
We wake up earlier and take a bath in the waves of the Black Sea. We prepare breakfast, prepare sandwiches for lunch, gather the camp and leave. We cross back from the heart of Delta to hidden and lovely places. Here we will be able to admire many birds as we paddle through pristine environments. We continue back to the next designated camping place. To close a perfect day of exploration, we spend a deeply relaxing evening around the fire sharing stories with nice people.
It’s our last day in the Danube Delta. After breakfast, we board the kayaks and go winding through small and large lakes, twisted channels and hidden arms. We arrive at the destination by the end of the afternoon where our waterborne trip officially ends. We make friends on Facebook, take selfies, and make fun hashtags to mark the adventure before our private return transfer takes us back to the hotel.
Important Masterpiece Notes
• Force Majeure Contingency: Sometimes, some of the places we intend to visit may be closed at that time due to specific water levels or nature reservation laws. But don’t worry. We have prepared alternative tourist attractions and trails at least as interesting as the previous ones to keep your trip flawless.
• Tailored Optimization: We can organize this professional tour all year long. The entire itinerary style, targets, and days can be optimized and fully adapted according to your specific wishes.
