Private Danube Delta 4h BIRDWATCHING Experience, from Tulcea
Your Best 4 Hours in the Danube Delta
If you want to squeeze the most birds, the best light, and the purest Danube Delta atmosphere into a short adventure, this is where you start. You head out at sunrise or sunset, those magical hours when the sky softens, birds get busy, and the whole Danube Delta feels like it’s performing just for you.
Perfect for Every Birdwatcher
From Enthusiast to Expert
It doesn’t matter if you’re just discovering the joy of binoculars… or if you’re already out there arguing about plumage moults and primary projections.
This tour fits any level:
- beginners who want a friendly introduction
- enthusiasts who are building their life list
- experts who want that perfect look at a tricky species
And yes, if you don’t have binoculars, we’ll lend you a pair.
What You’ll See
A Few Highlights You Have Good Chances To Spot
During these active hours, birds are feeding, flying, calling, and generally showing off more than they do at midday.
You have good chances to see:
- Pelicans — both species, gliding low over the water
- White-tailed Eagles — the kings of the sky
- Herons and egrets of several kinds
- Great and Pygmy Cormorants — the “wings open, drying dramatically” models
- Grebes working the water in their elegant, stubborn way
- plus moments with otters or golden jackals, because the Danube Delta likes surprises
Your Birding Specialist
A Guide Who Actually Knows the Birds
You’re joined by a birdwatching specialist, someone who knows the species, the behavior, the habitats, and the best spots for the day’s conditions.
You’ll learn at your own pace:
- how to spot birds
- how to identify them
- where they feed, rest, hunt, or hide
- and what makes each species special in the Danube Delta
No pressure, no stress, just good birding with someone who loves this place as much as you will.
The Boat Experience
Open Boat, Open Views
You’ll explore in an open boat, no roof, no windows, no canopy, so you always have a full, clear view of the sky and the water.
Perfect for:
- spotting birds in flight
- scanning reedbeds
- hearing calls without engine echo
- enjoying nature without filters
This is how real birding in the Delta feels.
Why Sunrise or Sunset?
Because Birds Don’t Do Midday
These hours are the most active:
- the light is soft
- temperatures are comfortable
- birds are feeding or settling
- activity is high, visibility is great
Midday? Yeah… that’s when everyone (including you) prefers some shade, so we leave that part for the lizards.
Available Only in July & August
These months give you the best mix of light, warmth, and activity for a short, focused birdwatching adventure.
If you want an authentic, relaxed, but rich birding experience, these 4 hours might become your favorite moment in the Danube Delta.
Pricing Your Private Escape
- 1-5 persons: 400 EUR/boat
- 6-10 persons: 450 EUR/boat
Meeting and boarding
We start our trips from Port Tulcea Aval, at the time agreed.
Bookings
Click on “Booking request” button and fill up the form. One of our agents will send you the payment details.
- Bookings are based on a 50% deposit.
The price includes
- ENGLISH language GUIDE
- The boat for the trip (fuel included)
- Fees for visiting the Danube Delta
The price DOES NOT include
- Meals
- Beverages
- Insurance of any kind (travel, goods, etc.)
Cancellation Policy:
- More then 90 days before the program you can postpone the trip (you will receive a voucher available 2 years).
- Less then 90 days before the trip, the deposit is non refundable.
Children policy
Children, regardless of their age, are counted as one person when the total number of persons in the boat is calculated (maximum 6 or maximum 11 persons in a group, depending on the boat).
Our Commitment to Conservation in the Danube Delta
Nature comes first in everything we do. Our tours are designed to minimize impact and protect the delicate ecosystem of the Danube Delta, ensuring that its rich biodiversity thrives for generations to come.
🚤 Eco-Friendly Boating: We use lower-power engines than typically required for our boats. This reduces water disturbance, minimizes fuel consumption and lowers emissions, keeping the Delta’s waters cleaner and healthier.
🐟 Slow-Speed Exploration: Our approach is gentle and respectful. By moving at a slow, steady pace, we:
- Protect aquatic vegetation, essential for fish breeding and water filtration.
- Prevent erosion and disturbance to bird nests along the shoreline.
- Reduce stress on migratory and resident bird species, allowing for natural behavior and better wildlife observation.
🌍 Sustainable Nature Experiences: We believe in responsible tourism that prioritizes conservation over speed. Every tour is an opportunity to admire, respect and learn about this unique biosphere without leaving a harmful footprint.
By choosing our tours, you actively support a more sustainable way of exploring the Danube Delta. Let’s protect nature together, one slow, mindful journey at a time.
Details
The boat
This trip is done with an OPEN BOAT
The boat looks like in the photos on the website. The speed for our trips is low/medium, our boats are NOT speed boats. These are boats manufactured according to our concept.
All our boats have benches and backrests for a maxim comfort. Every person on the boat will receive a life jacket, mandatory to wear it during the boat trip. We want to show you the beauties of the Danube Delta, to see birds in flight and flocks of pelicans soaring.
*For groups larger than 10 persons we can use 2 or more boats
Personal equipment
- Long pants and blouses with long sleeves to protect you from the sun
- Sun hat (not cap)
- Sunglasses
- Jacket
- Raincoat
Please take these recommendations very seriously, the weather in the Danube Delta can be very capricious and you may suffer if you are not well protected.
Contact
Email: contact@discoverdanubedelta.com
Phone: (Voice, SMS, WatsApp): +40 757 894 456 | +40 749 120 009
* For bookings or requests, we always prefer to communicate by email. Thank you!