Two-Day Danube Delta Catamaran Tour - 2025
Note:: We recommend the reservations to be made at least 15 days before the date of departure.
Considered the last wild area of Europe, the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve is a natural paradise, home to a wide variety of fish and bird species. The Delta is an extraordinary mix of cultures, fishing villages, and ancient traditions, making it a favorite vacation destination in Romania.
We offer you a unique way to explore this area through a two-day Danube Delta cruise on a catamaran. For two days, we will sail mainly through narrow channels and lakes, exploring the region's highlights. The catamaran can accommodate up to 11 passengers, but for your physical and financial comfort, we recommend groups of 6 to 8 people. It provides 360-degree visibility, smooth and comfortable transportation, and is equipped with a toilet, unlike many other boats.
A catamaran is the perfect way to explore this magnificent area, allowing navigation through narrow channels silently, getting closer to birds and other wildlife. The beauty of the Delta lies in its maze of small channels, islands, lakes, and peaceful, less-visited areas. Traveling by catamaran is comfortable, with space to stand, move, take photos, or enjoy a drink. Most importantly, it has a toilet onboard!
This will be a true Delta expedition, an unforgettable experience and memory.
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.
Day 1 Program – Danube Delta Excursion
Tulcea – Tulcea Branch – Channel 36 – Trofilca Channel – Potcoava Lake – Cu Cotețe Lake – Sireasa Channel – Periteasca Channel – Sontea Channel – Near Nebunu Lake (strictly protected area) – Radacinos Channel – Radacinos Lake – Fortuna Lake – Olguța Channel – Mila 23 Village – Stop for accommodation and lunch with locals.
Duration: Approximately 4 hours.
We depart from Tulcea, enthusiastically heading down the Tulcea Branch to Channel 36, then exploring the northern Sireasa canals and lakes, continuing on the Sireasa, Periteasca, and Sontea channels. The highlight is the spectacular entrance to Radacinos Channel and Lake, followed by the stunning Fortuna Lake, filled with white and yellow water lilies and a wide variety of bird species, reaching the fishermen's village Mila 23.
See the route of the day on the inactive map below
Usually, the first to greet us are the pelicans! Then, it's our hosts’ turn.
The locals are hard-working yet incredibly hospitable people, happy to welcome visitors after the long and lonely winter months. They are excellent cooks and have learned that not everyone eats fish, so they prepare vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly options. However, we strongly recommend trying the fish dishes, as they are cooked "just like at home – from the heart of the Delta."
The tradition here is that the husband, a fisherman, provides the fresh catch while the wife showcases her culinary talent, watching for signs of guest satisfaction. Soon, you will feel like you've known your hosts forever.
After a well-deserved siesta, we prepare for the afternoon excursion!
Mila 23 – Old Danube Channel – Bogdaproste Channel – Bogdaproste Lake – 3 Iezere Lake – Lopatna Channel – Ciulini Lake – Eracle Channel – Mila 23 Village
We depart from Mila 23 for about 3 hours along the Old Danube Channel, following the "Great M" – the old course of the Danube before the Sulina Channel was dug – until we reach the Bogdaproste Channel.
With a bit of luck, you might spot the European roller and bee-eater birds, among other species that seem to favor this area.
Crossing the beautiful, winding Bogdaproste Channel, the vast Bogdaproste Lake opens before us. The shift from narrow channels to open water, with fishing nets and pastel colors reflecting on the lake, is breathtaking.
In this area around Bogdaproste and 3 Iezere Lakes, we will admire a magnificent Delta sunset before returning to Mila 23.
Day 2 Program – Danube Delta Excursion
Departure to Tulcea as it follows:
Mila 23 – Catavaia Channel – Vacaru Channel – Vacaru Lake – Sontea Channel – Baclanesti Lake – Candura Bend – New Sontea Channel – Sireasa Channel – Channel 36 – Tulcea Branch – Tulcea
We bid farewell to our hosts and head back to Tulcea through the Ligheanca Channel and Lake, continuing to Vacaru Channel and Lake, where pelicans and cormorants often work together to empty the lake of fish but still allow us to admire them from a respectful distance without disturbing their feast. Passing Baclanesti Lake, we enter the Șontea Channel, rich in bird diversity. The trip continues along the peaceful New Șontea Channel, where only local fishing boats can be seen. Swans, great and little egrets, coots, moorhens, various heron species, ibises, rollers, and bee-eaters can be spotted, all watched over by the majestic white-tailed eagle circling high above.
See the route of the day on the inactive map below
Optional - stop for lunch at the fishermen’s hut on the bank of the channel
The final part of the journey leads through the lush Periteasca and Sireasa Channels, offering a relaxing and scenic finish on Channel 36 back 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-day boat rental (fuel and captain included!)
Full board accommodation with locals in Mila 23 – 1 night
Danube Delta Access Permit – 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
3 pers. – 295 EURO / pers. / tour
2 pers. – 320 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 fisherman's lunch on the Șontea Channel: 80 RON/person
Danube Delta Guide: 160 EUR/group/2 days
General conditions:
Routes may be adjusted depending on water levels, floating islands, fallen trees, or other unpredictable natural conditions.
Tours in the Danube Delta - 2025
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6-7 hours
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35 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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41 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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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
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4 days
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300 EURO / pers.
Accommodation on full board basis details -
- Points of interest:
- Fortuna lake - Mila 23 village - Letea forest - Sulina
