Danube Delta two days tour - Slow boats - 2024
Note:: We recommend the reservations to be made at least 15 days before the date of departure.
Considered to be the last wildlife area of Europe, the Delta Danube Biosphere Reserve is a paradise of nature, which keeps a significant variety of species of fish and birds. Delta is an extraordinary mix of cultures, fishing villages and ancient traditions. It is a favorite destination of holiday in Romania. We propose a particular way to the explore this area - a cruise in the Delta Danube with catamaran. For 2 days we will sail, most of the time, on narrow channels and lakes and we will see the attractions of the area. The catamaran has a maximum capacity of 12 seats but for your comfort, we recommend groups of 6 - max. 8 people. It offers an 360 degrees visibility, provides a smoothly and comfortably transport, and is equipped with a toilet.
WHY TO CHOOSE THIS TOUR ?
A catamaran boat is the perfect way to discover this area with all its beauties. This boat can navigate the narrow channels without noise and we will be getting closer to birds or other animals. The beauty of the Delta consists in the labyrinth of small channels, islands, lakes, more quiet and less visited areas. It will be a real expedition in the Danube Delta, an experience and an unforgettable memory.
The program of the first day of excursion in the Danube Delta
Tulcea – Tulcea arm - Sulina channel- Partizani village - channel Arhipencu - channel Papadia - channel Corciovata - lake Corciovata - lake Fortuna - channel Olguta - channel Old Danube - fisherman’s village Mila 23.
We start full of hope and curiosity from Tulcea, on the Tulcea Arm up to Ceatal, where we see the separation of the two (of 3) arms of the Danube. We leave on the right side the Sfintu Gheorghe Arm and we continue on Sulina channel, with a length of 64 km and a depth maximum 18 m in its road to the Black Sea. We pass nearby the village Partizani and leave behind the montoton old river and get with enthusiasm in the natural area of the Delta Danube Biosphere Reserve on channel Arhipencu, a winding and spectacular as vegetation channel. It’s time for Corciova and Fortuna lakea to delight us with beautiful landscapes, with white and yellow water lilies and a variety of species of birds up to the of fishermen’s village Mila 23.
See the route of the day on the inactive map below
After 3-4 hours of navigation, we reach the fishermen’s village Mila 23.
Usually, we first meet the pelicans to welcome us! Then it’s our hosts term! Locals are hardworking people but with an exuberant hospitality, happy to see other people after the long and lonely days of winter. We take over the rooms for accommodation and … Lunch Time! They are good cooks and in time, have learned that not all people eat fish and have carefully prepared, dishes for vegetarians, vegans or people with allergies. We honestly advise: Do not miss the fish dishes! They are traditionally cooked and it’s a must to taste them. The custom site is the husband, a fisherman, to bring the fresh fish and wife to show her culinary talent seeking the satisfaction in the guest’s looks!
After a well deserved siesta we get ready for the afternoon trip: Mila 23 - Old Danube channel- channel Bogdaproste - lake Bogdaproste - lake 3 Iezere - channel Lopatna - Lake “Cu Ciulini” - channel Eracle - Mila 23 village; We leave Mila 23 for approx. 3 hrs. on the Old Danube channel, on the thread of the "Great M" - the ancient route of the Danube before to be dug canal Sulina up to channel Bogdaproste. With a little attention you can see "Rollers" and "Bee Eaters" beside other species of birds that seem to prefer this area. After crossing the beautiful channel Bogdaproste, we are in front of Lake Bogdaproste. We’ll notify immediately the transition from narrow in general to large, the nets of fishermen and pastel colors of the lake.In this area of lakes Bogdaproste and 3 Iezere we admire the beautiful sunset that will join us until the destination in Mila 23. We conclude this beautiful day, full beautiful memories with… .
The second day of the 2 days trip in Delta Danube program
Departure to Tulcea as it follows:
Mila 23 - channel Olguta - channel Sontea – nearby the lakes Fortuna and Baclanesti - elbow Candura - channel Sontea New - through behind Lake Nebunu - channel Sontea - Optional - stop for lunch at the fishermen’s hut on the bank of the channel – and we continue on channel Periteasca - channel Sireasa - channel North Sireasa- crossing the Rookeries Lake - channel Trofilca - channel 36 - Tulcea arm- Tulcea.
We say goodbye to our hosts and we start to Tulcea on channels Olguta and Sontea Lata, preferred by v many amateur anglers. We leave on the left Fortuna lake, which we crossed the first day and go on next to Lake Baclanesti where will stop for some time to admire it. We’ll continue on Sontea channel, generous with the multitude and variety of birds in the area. Swans, large and small egrets, coots and ducks, various species of herons and ibis, rollers and bee eaters, all being guarded by the majestic white - tailed eagle watching us from the heights.
See the route of the day on the inactive map below
After a "curve" called Cot Candura enter the channel Sontea Noua that suave and generous with its flora and fauna leads us behind the strictly protected area of the Delta Danube Biosphere Reserve,represented by Lake Nebunu.On our way out to channel Sontea, great attention to white - tailed eagles that dominate this area. OPTIONAL we can stop for lunch at the fishermen’s hut on the bank of the Sontea channel.
Whether we stop (for about 1 hour) or not, at the fishermen’s, we continue the trip on channels Periteasca and Sireasa with spectacularly dressed trees, we cross the wide channel 36 and enter in the North Sireasa area. Here, we are at small distance from the natural border with Ukraine represented by the Northern Danube channel- Chilia. Crossing Rookeries lake, called so because of the multitude of bird’s nests in the North Sireasa area, and continue on channel Trofilca, a favorite of kingfisher’s then the channel 36 to Tulcea.
Customize your Danube Delta Cruise
If you want a private tour just for you and your friends or family, held another period than the standard, or if you want to change the type of accommodation, services included, etc., please send your request in the reservation form of or by email. We will make immediately an customized offer so you may enjoy a holiday in the Delta Danube the way you wish.
What is included:
2 days boat rental
Lodging on full board basis at the locals in the fishermen’s village Mila 23
Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve Access Permit for 2 days
Price: calculated according to the number of participants
8 pers. – 130 EURO / pers. / tour
7 pers. – 140 EURO / pers. / tour
6 pers. – 150 EURO / pers. / tour
5 pers. – 170 EURO / pers. / tour
4 pers. – 195 EURO / pers. / tour
Children policy
Free for children under 5 years
Children between 5-12 years, pay 50% of the rate
Children over 12 years are considered adults and pay the full price
Optionals:
Traditional lunch at the fisherman’s hut on the bank of the channel – 15 EURO / pers
English or French speaking guide – 160 EURO / group / 2 days tour
General conditions:
The routes can be modified according to the level of water on various channels, blockage of channels with floating islands, willow trees stuck along channels and other natural conditionson we can’t can’t anticipate
Tours in the Danube Delta - 2024
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6-7 hours
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49 EURO / pers.
Traditional fish lunch included details -
- Points of interest:
- Sireasa canal - Sontea Noua canal – lunch at the fishermen’s hut - “Roookeries” lake
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8-9 hours
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55 EURO / pers.
Traditional fish lunch included details -
- Points of interest:
- Fortuna Lake - Mila 23 village - lunch with the locals - Sontea Noua canal - “Rookeries” lake
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2 days
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130 EURO / pers.
Accommodation on full board basis details -
- Points of interest:
- Fortuna lake - Mila 23 village - Bogdaproste and 3 Iezere lakes
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3 days
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220 EURO / pers.
Accommodation on full board basis details -
- Points of interest:
- Fortuna lake - Mila 23 village - Letea village and forest
