Wildlife Guided Photo Tour in Dobruja for Bee-eaters, Rollers and Souslik - PRIVATE
A Close-Up Encounter with Dobrogea’s Most Iconic Species
Step into the wild wonders of Dobrogea and embark on an exhilarating wildlife photography adventure! Explore this pristine region and capture the vibrant European Bee-eater in flight and the majestic Eurasian Blue Roller as it glides through the skies. From the comfort of individual mobile hides, guided by a professional wildlife photographer, you’ll have the chance to photograph nature’s finest moments in their purest form.
Dobrogea is one of the best habitats for the European Bee-eater, European Blue Roller, and the European Souslik (Ground Squirrel). Our local expertise ensures you’ll be guided to the best photography spots, guaranteeing incredible wildlife encounters.
Other species you might encounter during this tour include the Little Owl, Golden Oriole, Hoopoe, Corn Bunting, and Northern Wheatear, among others.
Group Size:
To ensure the best experience, the tour is limited to a maximum of 4 participants. We will use 4 individual mobile hides, positioned close to the Bee-eater and Blue Roller colonies.
Photography Hours:
- Morning session: 6:00 – 10:00
- Evening session: 16:30 – 20:30 (until after sunset)
This allows plenty of time for breaks and a relaxing brunch.
Guided Tour:
The professional wildlife photographer guide will be with you throughout the tour, advising you on the best spots for photography, assisting with hide setups, and ensuring you’re in the right place at the right time to capture stunning shots.
You have X% chance to see and photograph:
| Species | % |
| European Bee-eater ( Merops apiaster ) | 99.9 |
| European Blue Roller (Coracias garrulus) | 90 |
| European Souslik (Spermophilus citllus) | 99.9 |
| Little Owl (Athene noctua) | 90 |
| Hoopoe ( Upupa epops ) | 90 |
| Golden Oriole ( Oriolus oriolus ) | 20 |
*This numbers are approximate, not exact numbers!
Best time to visit:
Between May 1st and June 30th.
Tour Location:
Northern Dobruja, Romania, near Tulcea City. Accommodation will be arranged in Tulcea or a nearby village, depending on the best location for the colonies at the time.
For a standard tour, the prices are:
| Number of persons | Number of days | |||
| 4d/3n | 5d/4n | 6d/5n | 7d/6n | |
| 1 | 2400 | 3200 | 4000 | 4800 |
| 2 | 1260 | 1670 | 2100 | 2520 |
| 3 | 1000 | 1340 | 1680 | 2020 |
| 4 | 740 | 990 | 1240 | 1490 |
| Number of nights for accommodation | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| Number of day tours | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
The price is per person (accommodation in a double room), per tour, it is expressed in euro (EUR) and inclusive VAT.
Please click on BOOKING REQUEST button and fill the form. Our agents will process the request and answer to you (usually in less then 24h).
Booking
- Bookings are based on a 30% deposit from the full payment of the program.
- The remaining balance can be paid on arrival at our boarding point in cash or card (LEI/RON or EURO).
The package includes:
- ENGLISH guidance (guide member of APGDD)
- Accommodation at a 3* guesthouse/hotel in double rooms or single room* for the number of nights selected
- Meals (starting with dinner on the first day, ending with breakfast on the last day, you have all meals included)
- Transfer every day from accommodation to photography place and return
- Days of photo tours as you choose
- Use of the camouflage (mobile hides)
Not included:
- Beverages, other than water
- 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.
Optional features:
- Single supplement – 35 euro/night/room
Airport transfer:
We can do the transfers from Bucharest or Constanta to Tulcea and back.
- 1-6 persons 1 – Bucharest 300 euro; Constanta 200 euro/car/one way
Sample 5-Day/4-Night Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Tulcea. After check-in at the hotel, we’ll have a brief meeting to introduce ourselves and go over the itinerary for the following days.
Days 2-3: Early start at 5:00 a.m. to set up mobile hides in front of the Bee-eater colony. You’ll have ample time to photograph the birds in the best lighting conditions. After a morning session, we’ll switch locations in the evening to another colony with a different landscape and background.
Day 4: Another early start, this time photographing the European Sousliks in a wild meadow. You’ll have the freedom to move around or use hides as you capture these lively creatures in action. We’ll visit a second Souslik colony in the afternoon. OR, if you have other species in mind, you can ask. Or, we can suggest you other targets, then, based on fresh information.
Day 5: After a relaxed breakfast, we’ll wrap up the tour.
Accommodation in Tulcea
Stay in a comfortable 3-star guesthouse or hotel in Tulcea, with options for double or single rooms, each equipped with an en-suite bathroom for your convenience.
Meals
All meals are included, starting with dinner on Day 1 and ending with breakfast on Day 5. You’ll enjoy three meals a day, with either local restaurant meals or picnics during photography sessions in the wild.
What to Bring
📷 Photography Gear: Minimum 300mm lens (teleconverter recommended), wide-angle for landscapes.
💾 Storage & Power: Extra memory cards and batteries (no charging during morning sessions).
🎒 Equipment Protection: Waterproof/rainproof camera bag.
🎚️ Tripod/Monopod: Optional but useful.
🌦️ Clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, trousers, sun hat, neutral colors (avoid red, white, yellow, blue).
🦟 Essentials: Insect repellent, sunscreen, sunglasses, raincoat.
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!