Places
Family-friendly activity
Bike tours
We organize cycling tours with premium pedelec bicycles offered by us. We appreciate nature, travel and sports.If you are interested in having a trip and relaxing in the nature with a small team, then this is the right place for you. Call us in confidence.Due to e-Bike you can enjoy an active lifestyle, no matter how old you are or what your gender is.
Ivo, Ivòpataka, Romania, 537362
Family-friendly activity
Adventure games
Disc golf is a flying disc sport in which players throw a disc at a target; it is played using rules similar to golf. The sport is usually played on a course with 9 or 18 holes (baskets). Players complete a hole by throwing a disc from a tee pad or area toward a target, known as a basket, throwing again from where the previous throw landed, until the basket is reached. The baskets are formed by wire with hanging chains above the basket, designed to catch the incoming discs, which then fall into the basket. Usually, the number of throws a player uses to reach each basket is tallied (often in relation to par), and players seek to complete each hole in the lowest number of total throws. Par is the number of strokes an expert player is expected to make for a given hole or a group of holes (usually 9 or 18).
The game is played in about 40 countries and, as of 2023, there are 107,853 active members of the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) worldwide.
Strada Cădișeni 62, Odorheiu Secuiesc 535600, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Adventure games
Discover the ancient art of archery!
The Szirtisas Archery Sports Club offers an authentic experience for anyone interested in trying traditional archery.
Guided by experienced archers, you’ll learn the basic techniques in a safe and welcoming environment.
This nature-based activity is perfect for families, groups of friends, and adventure-seeking tourists alike.
The exercise uses both static and dynamic and life-size foam animals.
Age limit: from 6 years
Duration: 1-2 hours
The programme can be organised for one person or for groups up to 30-35 people.
Price:
• 10 people: 300 RON/hour; each additional person is charged 20 RON/hour
Advance booking is required, at least one day in advance.
LOCATIONS:
• Ocna de Sus/Felsősófalva: +40 746 659 477
• Sâncrăieni/Csíkszentkirály: +40 748 217 408
• Satu Mare/Máréfalva: +40 741 384 770
The Szirtisas Archery Sports Club is continuously welcoming new members and holds regular training sessions.
Nr 684 DC49, 537243, Romania
Natural attraction
Experiences
Landmark
Open
Discover the magical Pony Empire and Mini Dino Park, located in Lupeni/Farkaslaka, just 12 kilometers from Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely! This fairy-tale destination offers unforgettable experiences for both children and adults.
Pony Kingdom:
• Children can ride and pet the ponies.
• A pony carriage exhibition awaits visitors.
• Other small animals: rabbits, chickens, lambs, peacocks, pigeons, and pheasants.
Mini Dino Park:
• Located in a pleasant forest environment.
• Ideal family program for both children and adults.
The park is open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM.
Visit us and enjoy the closeness of nature and the unique experiences!
96RC+P9, Lupeni, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Crezi în comori ascunse? Ai încercat vreodată să găseşti una?
Copii şi părinţi, pasionaţi de istorie/arheologie, exploratori, exploratori mari sau mici, înarmaţi-vă cu spirit de aventură şi haideţi cu noi pe coclauri să descoperim împreună bogăţiile străvechi ascunse şi îngropate în Ținutul Vulcanilor.
Bucuria găsirii unei bucăţi de istorie pierdută cu detectorul de metale (bineînţeles cu autorizaţie de la poliţie), şi adrenalina care oferă detecţia, nu se poate compară.
Distracţie maximă, copii încântaţi şi părinţi fericiţi garantat!
IMPORTANT!
Obiectele de patrimoniu descoperite cu detectorul de metale trebuie predate în termen de maxim 72 de ore de la data descoperirii lor, primarului localităţii pe teritoriul căruia au fost descoperite, ca apoi acesta să se le predea instituţiei îndreptăţite din cadrul Ministerului Culturii şi Cultelor. Autorii descoperirilor întâmplătoare, care au predat, în condiţiile prevăzute de lege bunurile descoperite, au dreptul la o recompensă bănească de 30% din valoarea bunului, calculată în momentul acordării recompensei, iar, în cazul unor descoperiri arheologice de valoare excepţională, se poate acorda şi o bonificaţie suplimentară de până la 15% din valoarea bunului.
Nu avem voie sa detectăm unde sunt situri arheologice şi monumente trecute în repertoriul arheologic naţional.
Experiences
Family-friendly attraction
Landmark
Open
The Insect Park is located next to the Mini Transylvania Park, where both giant insects, 2 meters high, and smaller insects made by our team are exhibited. The park is the only one of its kind in Romania and the second in Europe, a similar one can be visited in Poland.
The park displays 18 giant robotic insects, so tourists can see and hear how they behave in nature. These insects originate from our country, ranging from the common tick to grasshoppers, ants, butterflies, ladybugs and even scorpions.
Information:
The park is located at Băile Seiche, near Odorheiu Secuiesc.
Tickets:
• Adult ticket: 25 RON
• Children's ticket (free for children under 3): 15 RON
• Ticket for senior citizens: 15 RON
• Group ticket (minimum 10 people):
• Adults: 22 RON
• Children / pensioners: 13 RON
CAUTION!
!!! People with disabilities are admitted free of charge if they have a document proving this!!!
We look forward to seeing you at the Băile Seiche/Szejkefürdő near Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely!
Băile Seiche/Szejkefürdő (Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely) 535600, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Adventure games
Adventure park
Open
Children must be at least four years old and 125 cm tall to use the obstacle courses. There is no upper age limit. The courses take approximately 38-40 minutes to complete.
ADDITIONAL SERVICE:
• Equestrian Center Lófő
• Treehouse (accommodation)
Kalonda/Calonda Korond, Romania
Kayak
Family-friendly activity
Be the leader of your own water experience!
Explore the Zetea/Zetelaka Dam at your own pace with kayaks and SUP boards of KayaKing.
Fish, do sports, do yoga on SUP or enjoy the sunshine on the water.
Our equipment:
• single kayak - 40 RON
• double kayak - 35 RON
• pedalboat - 30 RON
• SUP - 40 RON
• MEGASUP (8-10 persons) - 35 RON
• boat - 30 RON
• canoe - 30 RON
• electric bicycles - 70 RON
• climbing wall - 35 RON
• Lift3 eFoil
The posted prices are per hour and per person.
Barajul Zetea/Zetelaki gát, Harghita, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Adventure games
Be a part of the game in real life with the “Adventure Expert”.
Real life, real situations, real participants and real emotions. But the laser gun does not cause injury (the principle of operation is similar to the remote control of a TV, it is not a laser, it works in the infrared range, it is absolutely safe, even children can play it) can be programmed for environmentally friendly multiplayer types.
Gather a team of 6 people, create your strategy and start playing. This type of holiday is great for families, friendly companies and teams of workers (as a team building).
The game is not associated with age, does not have a harmful effect on the human body, does not require special protective clothing, does not need a protective mask, is absolutely safe.
In a laser war, quick thinking and decision making make a person a good player. At the end of the game, analytics is performed using data recorded on devices.
Number of people: from 6 to 20 people.
Age of participants: from 6 years.
Program time: from 2 to 8 hours
Location: neighborhood of Beile Tusnad.
Start: near the Eco-boutique hotel “Fortuna” or from any other point by agreement.
Safety: all participants are instructed.
Cost: 2-hour program - 39 RON per person.
Additional Information:
- The program is available year-round.
Strada Kovács Miklós 68, Băile Tușnad 535100, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Bobsleigh
Open
This bobsled track is designed for all ages, promising to elevate adrenaline levels and provide moments of joy. The track's design is unique, with nearly 1000 meters in length and exciting slopes and curves. The state-of-the-art seat sensing system ensures complete safety, and speeds can reach up to 45 km/h. We will provide construction updates with drone footage.
This bobsled track will offer thrilling adventures and excitement for everyone, and we can't wait for the opening. Follow our page to stay informed about the construction progress and the grand opening!
Our prices:
• Weekdays (Monday-Friday):
• Adults: 25 RON/slide
• Children (3-11 years): 20 RON/slide
• Weekends and public holidays (Saturday, Sunday):
• Adults: 30 RON/slide
• Children (3-11 years): 25 RON/slide
We look forward to seeing everyone on the course! Come and try it yourself!
39/A, Băile Homorod/Homoródfürdő 535801, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Adventure games
Open
Minigolf Praid, offers a unique relaxation opportunity for children, adults, families and friends! Near the Aqua Beach, you can experience the adventure of Minigolf, on nine courses, surrounded by the beautiful Transylvanian landscape.
Praid/Parajd 537240, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Mountain Cart tours
Closed
We are excited to announce the addition of a new service. We have opened our brand new Mountain Cart track: 1200 meters of adrenaline.
We'll take you up in a lift, all you have to do is enjoy the speed, even for several laps.
Helmets are mandatory! You can bring your own or rent one on site.
We're waiting for you Saturday-Sunday, 10:00-16:00.
Vărșag 537350, Romania
Experiences
Tourist program
Route: Băile Tușnad/Tusnádfürdő - Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely - Corund/Korond - Sovata/Szováta - Praid/Parajd - return home
Program description:
We will have our breakfast and set off for the adventure of today to the Szekler Salt region. Today's first stop is Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely. Here we take a pleasant walk in the main square of the city, getting to know the main buildings. Then we visit Corund/Korond, where we can get acquainted with the traditional Szekler pottery. Then at the unloading fair, there is an opportunity to buy masterpieces of applied arts. After that, our trip leads to Sovata/Szováta, the famous spa resort of the Szekler Salt region. Here we walk along the shores of the world-famous Bear Lake, which is a heliothermal lake and unique on Earth. We take a walk between the villas and hotels reminiscent of the monarchy. We also have our lunch here. Continuing our journey, we visit Praid, another famous spa resort in the salt region. Here, on demand, we have several options, which we make by prior arrangement: we can visit the Praid salt mine in the depths of the earth, but we can also swim on the salted pools in Praid/Parajd, or we can roam the famous Salt Strait. Return to the accommodation, dinner.
Program location: Harghita county
Destination: Salt region
Micro-region: Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely
Program price: 70 RON / person or 65 RON / person, which includes:
• Praid salt mine: RON 30 per person,
• salted pools in Praid: 25 RON / person
• tour guide, group escort 40 RON / person
Experiences
RIBON Factory Tour: A Journey into the World of Fruit Processing and Dietary Supplement Production
We invite you to a special experience in Csíkmadaras: a guided tour of the RIBON factory, where the rich fruit treasures of the Transylvanian forests are transformed into high-quality, natural dietary supplements.
During this modern factory visit, you'll gain a comprehensive overview of the entire production process from the arrival of the fruits through processing, freeze-drying, extract preparation, and bottling, all the way to the finished product.
You'll also get a behind the scenes look at the expertise and careful work that goes into every RIBON product.
A highlight of the program is the forest-like culinary experience: the flavors and scents of blackcurrant, wild blueberry, lingonberry, and raspberry, combined with all-natural ingredients, create a delight for the senses.
The program includes:
• Insight into the secrets of fruit processing and supplement manufacturing;
• Tasting: blackcurrant juice, fruit jelly, freeze-dried fruits: pure flavors straight from the forest;
• Visit to a plant micropropagation lab, where the plants of the future are born;
• Visit to a local artisan carpentry workshop, where wood, creativity, and tradition meet.
Further information:
• Duration: approx. 40–50 minutes
• We can host 40–50 people per session; for larger groups, visits will be split into parts
• Prior registration is required
• Participation fee: 39 RON/person
Contact and booking:
• +40 720 110 777
• office@ribon.ro
Discover with us how nature’s treasures are turned into natural natural health products. A rich, tasty, and educational experience for all ages!
Főút 11, Mădăraș 537071, Romania
Experiences
Off-road tours
Are you looking for a personalized journey to travel with your team? We are offering individually designed trips with military light utility vehicles (UAZ-469B).
Whether it's team building or chasing some new thrills, you'll be sure to find the right trip with us!
• Discover the mountains of Harghita with vintage cars (on roads and forest roads only!)
• Arrange tours according to level of difficulty and points of interest
• Fishing, wellness, hiking or BBQ
• You can also drive the vintage cars yourself!
Contact us! We will work with you to arrange a suitable event and will take care of the organisation.
Experiences
Tourist program
Route: Lunca de Jos/Gyimesközéplok - Valea Rece/Hidegség (Jávárdi creek) – esztena (sheepfold) visit
Program description:
• history lesson 1000 years-old border of the Hungarian Kingdom
• travel by cart to the sheepfold
• getting to know the operation of the sheepfold (livestock breeding, petting, milk processing, cheese-making, cheese tasting, etc.)
• spring water tasting
• In closing, "partying" to Csango folk music
Optional program: dressing in Csango folk costume.
Program location: Harghita county
Destination: Ghimes/Gyimes Valley
Program price: 60 RON / person in case of application of min. 10 - 25 persons, 55 RON / person in case of application of 25 persons
Natural attraction
Experiences
Family-friendly activity
Open
We are very pleased to have been able to create a place in Harghita County that provides meaningful leisure for all ages.
Children and adults can get close to the animals living in the park, and they can touch and pet them. In many cases, contact with animals can be a therapeutic nature, as it has a beneficial effect on our physical and mental health.
Nowadays, fewer and fewer pets are kept by families, so one of our goals is to introduce backyard animals and some exotic species, especially to children.
The petting zoo is constantly being expanded. We also provide horseback riding and carriage rides with our beautiful pony horses.
We welcome all those interested in the “Babusgató” petting zoo and animal park in Subcetate Zetea/Zeteváralja.
Tickets:
• Adult ticket: 35 RON
• Child ticket (3-14): 30 RON
Sub Cetate/Zeteváralja 537364, Romania
Experiences
Family-friendly attraction
Architectural Objective
Open
Discover Transylvania in one day!
Mini Transylvania Park is the only multicultural, thematic mock-up park in Romania, where visitors can see a scaled-down copy of Transylvania's most important historical buildings. The park is located in Szejkefürdő/Băile Szejke, near Székelyudvarhely/Odorheiu Secuiesc.
In the area of about 8000 square meters we recommend to our visitors:
• our open-air exhibition, which presents scale models of more than 80 of the most significant castles, fortified churches, mansions and other monumental buildings in Transylvania;
• most of them are part of the national heritage and UNESCO World Heritage;
• a mini-Szekler train tour;
• buffalo carriage rides;
• the Mineral Water Museum;
• exhibition of the Szekler gates;
• the Orbán Balázs Visitor Center;
• playground.
Tickets:
• Ticket for adults: 40 lei
• Ticket for children (free for children under 3 years): 25 lei
• Ticket for retirees: 25 lei
• Adult group ticket (minimum 10 people): 35 lei
• Group ticket children / pensioners (minimum 10 people): 20 lei
* Ticket price for the Mini Transylvania Park includes admission to the Orbán Balázs Visitor Center.
Tickets for the Mini Secler Steam:
• Adult ticket: 10 lei
• Children's ticket: 5 lei
The idea of the Transylvanian mini-park came from Szekler Legendarium's team. The scale models exposed in our park present the most important buildings of the region's nationalities, in their golden age.
The scale models were made by Németh Hajnal Auróra and Vajda Domokos born in Cristuru Secuiesc, with the contribution of historical graphic artist Gyöngyössy János.
Baile Szejke, Odorheiu Secuiesc/Székelyudvarhely 535600, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Bobsleigh
Open
The bobsleigh track has been dismantled, but the memories remain. Thank you for a wonderful summer and autumn. See you in 2024!
The "summer bobsleigh track" in Borsec/Borszék was handed over on October 23rd, 2019.
The slope is 1.5 kilometres long, and the ski lift takes the sleighs to the highest point of the track, to a height of 572 metres, where they can be rode down the 860-metre track. There can be 32 sleds on the course at a time, and each lap takes6-9 minutes.
The facility operate during the spring-autumn period.
Prices:
• Adults: 20 RON/slide
• Children under 14: 15 RON/slide
Photo: Benkes Zsolt
Borsec 535300, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Bobsleigh
Open
Harghita County's newest bobsleigh track is now open!
Located near the Red Lake (Lacul Roșu/Gyilkos-tó), the 940 metres long bobsleigh track is open all year round.
One or two people can ride the sledges at the same time.
Important! Children between 3 and 14 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Under 3 years of age, bobsleigh use is prohibited.
PRICES:
• children (3-14 years):
• 1 slide 22 RON
• 5 slides 90 RON
• adult:
• 1 slide 27 RON
• 5 slides 110 RON
Red Lake, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Bobsleigh
Open
A bobsleigh track, set up in Lunca de Sus commune, has become, in a very short time, an attraction for the tourists visiting the Ghimeş area or for the adrenaline lovers who come here to experience this sensation. Besides the adrenaline, tourists can enjoy a beautiful landscape, which many compare with those seen in Austria or Switzerland.
382/A, Lunca de Sus 537155, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Bobsleigh
Open
The bobsleigh track from Toplita is part of the Baciu Guesthouse and is the longest bobsleigh track in Romania.
The track mostly descends through the forest, with sledges reaching speeds of 45 km / h, then there follows a slow ascent where you can enjoy the beautiful landscape. The ascent-descent circuit takes about 10 minutes. In curves or if the speed is too high there are sensors that brake automatically. Nor can a sledge hit you from behind because there are brake sensors that do not allow the sledges to collide.
Important!
Children from 3 to 8 years old can only be accompanied by an adult.
It is allowed the access of two people in a sledge provided it does not exceed 150 kg together.
Prices:
• Children from 3 up until 14 years: 25 RON
• 14 years+: 30 RON
The price is not per sleigh, but per person. But in the same sleigh can climb 1 or 2 people.
Strada Vilelor, FN, Toplița 535700, Romania
Experiences
Step back in time and learn about the traditional cheese making in the wonderful world of the Gyimes/Ghimes Hills!
Here we discover a typical traditional farm as our host guides us on his subsistence farm. We visit a Kaliba, which is a typical summer shelter up in the pasture and we try cheese making. In a walking tour we visit the ruins of the Rakoczi fortress, and with the help of our host, we can learn about the biodiversity of meadows, herbs and mushrooms. At the fortress we will recall the events from of the First and Second World Wars.
Program duration: 4-5 hours
Family-friendly activity
Horse-cart ride
Tourist program
Location: Harghita County, Corund/Korond
Destination: Salt Region
Program price:
• for a group of 2-6 PAX, the tour costs 350 EUR / cart.
• for a group of 7-12 PAX, the tour costs 50 EUR/person.
• above 13 PAX, the tour costs 39 EUR/person.
Program description:
Visiting the artisan workshops with a horse-drawn carriage tour.
We wander around the 4 workshops with comfortable covered horse-drawn carriages: tinder (amadou) fungus processing workshop, pottery workshop, traditional weaver and the beekeeper. At the beekeeper we enjoy a divine tasting from all the products of the beehive
All our tours require a reservation at least one day before:
• +40770508580
• office@magenta7.travel
• Booking here: magenta7transylvania.com
We also offer guided tours in nature reserves:
• Guiding on Snail's Hill and the Aragonite Museum in Corund/Korond: 250 RON / group
• Guiding in the Fântâna Brazilor/Fenyőkút Peat Bog: 300 RON / group.
Family-friendly activity
Rafting
The expedition starts from the village of Sub Cetate, Deság street, near the bridge over Târnava Mare, from the Deságtravel guesthouse. The river in this area is quite sluggish, perfect for practice the theoretical training. After the start, the valley narrows gradually and the river becomes a real mountain river.
Here we do not miss sightseeing or adventures and the participants are not subject to any dangers. The hard parts of the journey alternate with the easier ones, the program culminating in a mini cascade. After a thrilling trip we will reach the village of Zetea (Tófalu) where our rafting expedition ends.
The rafting expedition is led by experienced instructors
The degree of difficulty: WW1 (easy) - WW2 (medium) is also recommended for beginners.
Location: Târnava Mare river, from Sub Cetate (Deság) - Zetea (Tófalu)
Program duration (Together with theoretical instruction): 2-2.5 hours
Maximum capacity: 11 people + 4 children (8-12 years)
Route length: 6-7 km.
Sub Cetate 537364, Romania
Experiences
Adventure park
Open
RideMore Center is a unique sports center in Romania specially designed to facilitate development in several sports disciplines.
The center covers an area of 1,600 square meters and includes a skate park, trampolines with ninja warrior area, climbing board, yoga room, crossfit room, as well as accommodation rooms.
The space is dedicated to the training of athletes, as well as those who want to initiate themselves in these sports or those who just want to exercise and have fun.
Iancu de Hunedoara 18, Miercurea Ciuc 530192, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Tourist program
Programe pentru toată ziua în Băile Tușnad și împrejurimi: Băile Tușnad – satul Tușnadul Nou - plimbare cu trăsura trasă de cai pe Munții Harghita
După micul dejun, în această zi încercăm să explorăm și să cunoaștem împrejurimile cazării noastre. Pentru prima dată vom face cunoștință cu stațiunea balneoclimaterică Băile Tușnad, cel mai mic oraș din țară. Ne plimbăm prin oraș, descoperim clădirile principale, băile, gustăm din apele minerale. În timp ce adulții sunt invitați la o delicioasă cafea á lá Tușnad, copiii pot încerca parcurile de joacă și locurile de joacă din centrul orașului. Apoi ne îndreptăm spre satul vecin, Tușnadu Nou, unde suntem primiți la o poartă tradițională secuiască. După ce cunoaștem ospitalitatea secuiască, copiii pot mângâia animale de companie precum: câine, pisică, vițel, vacă, porc, miel, găină etc. După aceea, ne urcăm pe trăsuri trase de cai și ne îndreptăm spre Munții Harghita printr-un traseu pitoresc. După ce ajungem la destinație, pe malul unui pârâu, în mijlocul naturii gustăm bunătățile gastronomice locale: slănină de casă, mici și ceafă la grătar, pe urmă gustăm pălincă și Berea Csíki. După masă putem să ne relaxăm, putem să admirăm pădurile de pin din Munții Harghita, cântăm, ne simțim bine, iar copiii dacă vor, pot cunoaște caii chiar mai îndeaproape. Pe urmă revenim la cazare.
Family-friendly activity
Tourist program
Programe pentru toată ziua în Băile Tușnad și împrejurimi: Băile Tușnad – Lăzărești – Băile Tușnad
După micul dejun vom vizita o portă din Băile Tușnad. Aici vom avea ocazia să cunoaștem istoria, dotăriile și viața de zi cu zi a orașului turistic Băile Tușnad, numit și stațiunea cu patru anotimpuri. În timp ce adulții află informații despre trecutul și prezentul stațiunii, copiii pot mângâia diferite animale de companie precum câinele, pisica, mielul, găina, puiul, rața sau chiar și căprioarele. Apoi aventura noastră duce la satul vecin Lăzărești, unde o să vizităm o baie tradițională populară, Nyírfürdő. Aici putem gusta apă minerală, adulții pot încerca mofeta, iar copiii vor avea o experiență inedită să facă o baie în apă minerală. După amiază ne vom întoarce la Băile Tușnad și vom face o plimbare plăcută în jurul râului Olt, unde podul suspendat peste râul Olt va fi o adevărată aventură pentru copii. Mergând de-a lungul râului Olt într-un cadru pitoresc, colectăm și plante medicinale, pe care le prezentăm atât adulților, cât și copiilor. Desigur dealungul plimbării întâlnim și niște ape minerale, pe care le degustăm pentru a ne potoli setea. Pe urmă revenim la cazare.
Experiences
Challenge your inner explorer with a day trip to the Transylvanian countryside to an off-the-beaten-path location where you can meet talented craftsmen, visit locals in their homes, learn about the local lifestyle, then join a bear watching tour in the wild at dusk. Life in the dispersed mountainous village of Varsag is fascinating and harsh in the same time. People still live like 50 years ago, earning a living from subsistence agriculture and forestry. Many houses are scattered in the heart of nature kilometers away from any facility like a school, a shop or a church. Neighboring houses can be separated from each other by a forest or by a field or meadow. The landscape is breathtaking with numerous mineral spings, crystal clear streams rich in trouts, pastures covered by wild flowers, glimmering waterfalls and dense forests rich in game. Step back in time and experience the greatness and simplicity of the locals living in Varsag, then see wild brown bears in their natural habitat from the security of one of the many wildlife hides operating in the area.
Highlights of the tour:
Explore the dispersed mountainous village of Varsag (79 km from Sighisoara)
Get acquainted with the old craft of shingle-roof making and other traditional crafts
Ride on a horse-drawn cart to absorb the local atmosphere
Visit the picturesque 7 m high Csurgoko waterfall
3-hour close encounter with native wildlife in their natural environment
Spot brown bears and possibly other species like deer, wild boar, fox, badger or game birds
Enjoy the Carpathian forests silence and the excitement of waiting for bears to come
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Small group ensures personal service
Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
Meet your guide in Odorheiu Secuiesc (47 km from Sighisoara) and ride almost an hour to one of the most dispersed villages of the Eastern Carpathians, to Varsag, where 60% of the area is woody and the inhabitants live kilometers away from each other. Along the way you will ride through colorful Szekler villages by the Tarnava Mare River, pass by the picturesque Zetea dam lake, then wind through a narrow road leading among dense forests until you arrive to Varsag. Here a horse drawn cart will await you to start your discovery tour. Visit a local pub and spend some time interacting with the locals. This isolated community with its friendly and welcoming locals will fascinate you. Enjoy some snacks and local brandy while they tell you about their daily lives and amuse you with some funny stories. According to local legends, the village covers an area comparable in size to the territory of the Romanian capital with only 1500 inhabitants living there. Ride the cart and visit traditional craftsmen like the blacksmith, the shingle-roof maker and a wood carver, watch them at work and listen to their stories. Taste delicious local produce, visit a 100 year old still-functioning watermill, capture the 7 m high Csurgoko waterfall and climb up on a 3 m high look-out tower which offers panoramic views of the dispersed houses and farms and of the surrounding Carpathian Mountains in the distance.
One-hour before dusk an experienced local ranger, will take you with his 4wd car deep into the forests of the Eastern Carpathians which have one of the largest population concentration of brown bears in Romania. Occupy your place in the hide, stay quiet, listen to the forest wildlife sounds and enjoy the excitement of waiting for bears to come. Usually we are successful in seeing bears, but as there are wild animals involved, nothing is guaranteed. If you are lucky, you may observe bears feeding themselves, playing together, courting and mating, and even other species like wild boars, roe deer and red deer, fox, badger and some game birds. After approximately 3 hours watching, head back to the car accompanied by your guide and ride back to Odorheiu Secuiesc. The entire trip takes 9 to 10 hours. Be prepared and wear hiking boots, weatherproof clothing and bring binoculars, camera, extra battery and memory card to record this unique experience.
Experiences
At the request of our guests, we organize cultural and artistic events.
Dancers and musicians will present traditions from the local folklore, and the interested guests will have the opportunity to learn how to dance on folk music.
Gyimesi Skanzen Guesthouse
65., Valea Boroș 537149, Romania
Family-friendly activity
Segway tours
Come to us to discover the beauty of the forest in Băile Tușnad. We offer you an unforgettable tour in nature, fun for families, groups of friends or Team Building groups. We have several routes depending on the level of difficulty and experience. Hiking trails and time must be booked in advance by phone or email. The minimum number of participants for a tour is 4 people. We have 3 types of tours, but at the beginning of each is a 30-minute training to learn how to operate the devices, after which you can choose between tours of 1,2 or 3 hours. The tour starts from the parking lot of Hotel Fortuna with the guidance of a guide.
Price: for the single lap package with 1,5 hour of activity 100 Ron, 30 min training - 60 min lap time on the chosen route.
The price is set depending on the length, type of route and additional services requested. Please ask us what type of program you want with all your wishes, and we set the price according to them.
Strada Kovács Miklós 68, Băile Tușnad 535100, Romania