Private Danube Delta Guided Day Trip in WINTER
A Unique Experience in a Frozen Wonderland
During a season when only the brave venture into the Danube Delta, experience the stunning winter landscapes and witness the breeding plumage of Dalmatian Pelicans and Great Cormorants in a truly fairy-tale environment.
A True Winter Adventure – No Roof, Just Nature
This tour is operated with an open boat, meaning there is no roof, tarpaulin, or glass top. Our goal is to show you the Danube Delta in its raw, wild beauty, allowing you to see birds in flight without any obstructions.
Boat Type: 12-passenger boat (max. 10 tourists + guide & driver)
Departure: From Port Tulcea Aval at a mutually agreed time
The Route – Following Nature’s Frozen Paths
On this one-day winter trip, you will discover the silent magic of the Danube Delta under a layer of frost.
Expected Highlights:
- Observe wintering birds in a serene, frozen landscape.
- Travel through Sontea, Nebunu, Baclanesti, Furtuna, and Mila 23, adapting the route to ice conditions.
- Experience the solitude of the Delta, fewer people, more wildlife.
Bird species we may encounter:
- Tufted Duck, Red-Crested Pochard, Common Pochard, Smew, Common Merganser
- Pygmy Cormorant, Great Cormorant, Dalmatian Pelican
- Mute Swan, Greylag Goose, Greater White-fronted Goose
- White-tailed Eagle, Western Marsh Harrier
- Great Egret, Grey Heron, Common Kingfisher
At Mila 23, you’ll warm up with a local țuică (brandy) or hot tea. An authentic Lipovan lunch is available upon request.
The return journey is just as mesmerizing, focusing on wildlife photography opportunities and the winter landscape. Expect to return to Tulcea before sunset.
Trip Duration
Up to 7 hours
The Boat – Comfort in the Cold
Our open boats are designed for the best wildlife viewing experience.
- Slow / moderate speed to avoid disturbing the birds.
- Comfortable seating with backrests.
- Life jackets provided (mandatory use during the trip).
A Rare Opportunity to See the Delta Like Never Before
This private winter boat trip is a rare chance to see the Danube Delta without the crowds, in its most peaceful and dramatic season. If you love nature and adventure, this trip is for you!
Ready to explore the frozen Delta? Book your tour now!
The price of this trip is:
1-4 pers – 400 euro
The price is per boat, per trip and is in euro (EUR).
Booking request form
Please fill up the form below for a booking request. One of our agents will process your request and answer to you (usually in less then 24h). Please check also the SPAM folder for our email.
The price includes:
- ENGLISH guidance (guide member of APGDD)
- Boat for the trip
- Fuel for the trip
- Bottled water
- Danube Delta visiting fees
The price does NOT include:
- Lunch in Mila 23 (a menu of EURO 14/pers.)
- Beverages, other than water, tea and tsuica (local brandy)
- Insurance of any kind (of travel, goods etc.)
Cancellation Policy
- More than 90 days before the tour: Voucher valid for 2 years.
- Less than 90 days before the tour: Payment is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another booking.
Children policy
- Children, regardless of their age, are considered passengers and they are included in the total number of boat passengers (maximum 6 or maximum 11 group of persons, depending on the boat)
Bookings are based on a 50% deposit.
Request a booking implies acceptance of the terms and conditions.
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 by the largest Romanian manufacturer of boats, according to our concept.
All our boats has upholstered bench 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.
Personal equipment
You will need personal equipment that is appropriate for very low temperature conditions during this period, which are sensed as even harsher when boating.
- Windstopper
- Softshell
- First layer
- Thermal trousers
- Balaclava
- Knit cap
- Polarized sunglasses
- Hiking boots are not appropriate as they are designed for hiking not for sitting a few hours in a boat, not moving. A very good solution would be warm boating boots (boots made from various materials having a felt sock inside), which can be found in fishing stores. High-quality versions have very well insulated soles and thick felt socks. If you add ski socks as well, you won’t have any problems.
Danube Delta equipment (click on the link) – In order not to have surprises on the spot, read this article on our blog.
Cancellation Policy:
- With more than 90days before the tour, we’ll give you voucher available 2 years.
- Less than 90 days before tour, the payment is not refundable and you can’t use it for another booking.
Conservation Focus
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.
Destination
The Danube Delta, Romania.
Sea level altitude, wetland.
Climate
Temperature vary from 1-25 °C spring/fall; 20-40 °C summer.
On water
Boat activity, please make sure all your gear is proper protected.
Warnings
Morning can be chill, please bring proper clothes and footwear.
*Extreme conditions:
In case of extreme weather conditions (snow, roads closed) occurred before the start of the tour, the deposit will be fully refunded.
If these extreme conditions occur during the tour, the price will be lowered only for the remaining part of the program not made.
If customers come from another country / region and appear extreme weather conditions, our agency has no obligation to compensate customers in any way for expenses related to flights or other transportation. Also, if extreme weather conditions occurring during the program and the clients can’t go back home, our agency has no obligation to pay accommodation and other additional expenses.
Contact
Email: contact@discoverdanubedelta.com
Phone: (Voice, SMS, WatsApp): +40 749 120 009 | +40 759 120 009
* For bookings or requests, we always prefer to communicate by email. Thank you!
