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Hoia Baciu forest near Cluj-Napoca is a seemingly quiet woodland that became famous in 1968 when a UFO was photographed right above it. After that, strange lights were spotted at night and inexplicable energy was recorded in the area. Even the vegetation looks weird in some parts and some say it's haunted, with paranormal activity. Let's go on a night tour to see it!
The tour is not supposed to be scary, it is a presentation tour. But part of the presentation is also a list of the inexplicable things.
Do you dare... at night?
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Hoia Baciu Forest
Hoia Baciu forest near Cluj-Napoca is a seemingly quiet woodland that became famous in 1968 when a UFO was photographed right above it. After that, strange lights were spotted at night and inexplicable energy was recorded in the area. Even the vegetation looks weird in some parts and some say it's haunted with paranormal activity. We will walk for about 3.5 km (shorter version of the tour is possible). Our destination is Poiana Rotunda or the Round Clearing, the place that is the most famous of them all.
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Night Tour in Hoia Baciu Forest
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Rain ponchos, Flashlights,
Bottled water
Footwear should be appropriate walking in nature, in case of rainy day, the path is muddy.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cool night forest tour!
229ninaa,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an interesting tour, really worth the trip and a very unique experience!
Really great guide, beautiful forest and overall enjoyable experience
Julien H,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good guide, beautiful forest
Amazing Experience!
Mobile39530852804,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing private tour which I would highly recommend! Our guide picked us up straight from our hotel, and he was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. We spent a couple hours hiking through the forest, with our guide pointing out interesting features, recounting the history and some of the myths associated with Hoia Baciu.
Enchanting Experience
Almeda V,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Unique experience that is fun, educational, and entertaining. The forest is beautiful and enchanting.
Highly recommend!
Dean P,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The guide was very friendly and accommodating. He was very knowledgeable about the area's history and the folklore about the forest. This was the highlight of my trip to Romania. I recommend this tour if in the area.
Exciting and magical tour
A9055RVdanielap,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful experience, the tour guide very good and very prepared. Definitely a must if you come to Romania and especially to Cluj-Napoca
Not worth it
naturelover1870,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Not worth the money. And you better be in good shape to climb the hill to get to the forest and not be afraid of stepping in sheep crap! We had a private guide who brought us off the side of the road and we had to climb a mountain to get to the forest. Stupid and would never do it again
Fantastic, atmospheric night walk
H5081EHclairec,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fantastic tour! Alex is great guide, very knowledgeable and factual, friendly with a great sense of humour! This is a must if your in Romania. Atmospheric night walk and seeing the rotunda with our own eyes is amazing!! No. 1 on our list of things to do in Cluj!
Following a stranger into a dark forest at night is actually a great idea!
Joseph C,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The night tour through the Hoia Baciu forest was incredible! With the legends about the supernatural phenomena, this was exactly the tour we were looking for because it also touched on what could be explained, so it was a perfect blending of the two. Our tour guide Alex was amazing! The pace of the hike was perfect, even though I am out of shape. Somehow, Alex made walking through a dark forest in the middle of the night with a complete stranger not only safe, but actually peaceful and fun.
Loved every second
Olivia A,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00You can tell Alex really cares for the forest and its history and mystery. Many interesting stories about the folklore and his personal experiences. You could never get the same feeling by visiting alone. Going at night in the fall made it extra atmospheric. Can’t recommend this tour enough!
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