Private Tour
Danube Delta - Boat Trip & Traditional Lunch - Private Tour
Overview
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13 hours
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This is a private day trip to the Danube Delta.
We will pick you up in the morning from your hotel and drive 4 hours to Tulcea city (282 km / 175 miles).
From there we will take a private boat and we will go deep into the Danube Delta on small waterways to see wild animals and rare birds.
We will sail on the Danube, we will see isolated fisherman villages, beautiful landscapes and lush vegetation.
We will have lunch in the middle of the Danube Delta, to a local, who will cook for us.
We will admire the beauties of nature and enjoy the tranquility of this wonderful place where a lot of birds and animals live.
Danube Delta is one of Europe's most beautiful and important wetlands.
Is located where the Danube River empties into the Black Sea.
It is the second largest river delta in Europe, and at 2,200 square kilometers, it is one of the largest wetlands in the world.
The delta is home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, including over 300 species of birds.
Is a long day!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The boat is not included! Boat rental fee - 120€ for group at 1-4 passengers, or 30€ per person for group at 5-8 pax
Friendly request — please avoid bringing snacks, food, or open drinks into the car. Really appreciate it!
Be prepared for a long day, with 7-8 driving!
What To Expect
Danube Delta
The Danube Delta is the second largest river delta in Europe, after the Volga Delta, and is the best preserved on the continent. The greater part of the Danube Delta lies in Romania (Tulcea County), with a small part in Ukraine. The Danube delta hosts over 300 species of birds as well as 45 freshwater fish species in its numerous lakes and marshes.
Tulcea
Port Tulcea
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch - 80 RON per person- Cash Only
Boat rental fee - 600 RON (cash only) for group at 1 to 4 tourists
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Private Tour by SUV
Only your group will participa Pickup included
Small-group max 7 passangers
Shared tour Pickup included
Private Tour
Only your group will participa Pickup included
Reviews
25 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fascinating trip to the Danube Delta
Sian G,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great experience. Our guide Claudiu was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we learned many fascinating things about the country and its history, and about the Danube Delta, on the drive. The boat was very comfortable, and we were treated to an amazing variety of birds including a spectacular mixed flock of great white pelicans, great white egrets, little egrets, grey herons, cormorants and pygmy cormorants. Other highlights included whiskered terns, night herons, squacco (yellow) herons, white-tailed eagles and glossy ibis. Lunch was also excellent, with a delicious catfish soup and fried carp. It was definitely worth the long drive and we can warmly recommend Claudiu as a guide!
It is a long day there...
Albert d,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It is a long day there and back but with a guide like Sebastian the time just flew because of the intérsting and informative discussions we had broader than just the delta in isolation. The delta like any other delta is not the easiest place to watch birds but just bring your binoculars with you - it helps a lot!
Stunning Experience
2 i,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The midweek trip to the Danube Delta was a great experience, one that justifies our 10-day visit to Romania on its own. The water tour started slowly, but as we delved deeper into the Delta, the variety of wildlife, especially birds, increased significantly. Many lived in colonies, some intermingling with others, and some not. We saw turtles and water snakes. We ate on an island with the lunch served by a family for whom the Delta is home. Alin, our host, provided us with a wealth of information. We highly recommend the experience.
A fantastic experience and opportunity to see the Danube Delta
Helen C,Oct 7, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide and driver, Bogdan, was very friendly and helpful - and keen to ensure we had a good day...which we did! It was a brilliant trip and we were very excited to explore the Danube Delta. The drive there was long (as we expected) but Bogdan was an excellent driver and we had a few stops. Once we arrived, the boat was extremely plush and it was a real treat to be the only people on it. We were a little disappointed not to see more birdlife - perhaps it was the time of year? Some guidance on what you're likely to see in the trip listing might be helpful to people. But the scenery was amazing and we saw a few different birds - and snakes swimming in the water. We had a warm welcome for lunch and it was really interesting to see how people live in the Danube Delta. The food was okay - it was tricky to eat the fish with so many bones, but good to try something new and try authentic Romanian dishes. And I loved meeting the lovely little dog who was living there. Such a happy soul. All in all a wonderful trip! Thank you :)
Danube Delta Experience
Terry D,Sep 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great views of the Danube Delta with several variety of birds. Our driver and guide was very knowledgeable and ensured that the we were well fed with a fish feast from the Danube.
Gorgeous and unique scenery
amelb578,May 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic and memorable boat tour of the Danube Delta ! It was such a unique experience. The scenery was very beautiful and tranquil. We saw so many birds in their natural habitat. It was so peaceful. Lunch with the locals was very good. Our tour guide Roxana was very knowledgeable and engaging. Our kids enjoyed the tour too. We definitely recommend this tour. Michael, Amel and kids
No Pelicans.
newell1,May 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Enjoyed the trip but it was a long day. Listed as 6+ hours, it was almost 13. 4 hours each way to and from boat plus 4 hours + on boat/eating lunch. Otherwise a good day even though not all the birds cooperated. Driver/Guide Radu was very knowledgeable of the area and history plus got us there and back safely. His knowledge of birds was not so good. Boat captain Razva was skilled and pleasant to deal with. Lunch was tasty and comfortable.
Wonderful experience! Radu was fantastic!
Marta T,Apr 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved everything about this tour! Radu, our tour guide, was incredible! Full of stories and facts about Romania, knowledgeable and courteous. The delta was beautiful and we saw lots of birds, more than we expected. The meal was authentic and plentiful! Highly recommended!
Wonderful nature experience
John B,Aug 31, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide. Great information about history and current life in Romania. The tour was good but I do not appreciate the demands for longer feedback to complete the review
More birds at home
J F,Aug 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was great as far as hotel pick up explaining the history of Romania. Disappointed as far as seeing birds. All the boat operators use the same canal so all the animals go somewhere else. Expensive and long drive from Bucharest. Everyone goes to the same restaurant. Not really a fisherman 's house. Same menu carp,fish,soup. Drinks extra.
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