Exploring the wilderness of the Danube Delta is the experience of a lifetime. One of Europe's best kept secrets, the Delta is a world class conservation area and a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. There is no other place in Europe that encompasses the diversity and concentration of nature, as the Delta in a setting resplendent with picturesque landscapes. The vast expanse of waterways, reed-beds, islands and forests create the perfect habit for a unique collection of mammals, reptiles and insects.

This unique eco-system is home to over 300 species of birds, 60 varieties of fish and 1,200 species of plants and trees. Located in eastern Romania, at the very edge of Europe, the Danube Delta embodies 5,800 square kilometers of lakes, forests, reed-beds, and waterways which mark the final journey of the mighty river as it flows into the Black Sea. A World Heritage Site and a Man and Biosphere Reserve the Danube Delta is one of the last surviving great wilderness areas of Europe and is most certainly its best wildlife sanctuary.

Birds of the Danube Delta - 4 Day / 3 Night Birdwatching Adventure
It is estimated that more than 3000 pairs of pelicans breed annually in the Danube Delta. Along with the cormorants, swans and ducks, they make up the largest contingent of the 176 species that breed in the area. Visiting a cormorant or pelican breeding colony is an awesome experience. Here, nature reigns supreme - cormorants, spoon-bills, egrets and herons share the colony ensuring that every vantage branch on the trees hosts a nest. Bustling with life, the strictly protected colonies give the visitor a magical insight into the amazing world of nature. In the reed beds below, ducks and swans rear their young in nests camouflaged in the thick foliage. An abundant food supply is provided in the surrounding waters of the Delta, where birds consume over 8,000 tonnes of fish every year.

Fishing Romania - 5 Day / 4 Night Fishing Safari
The lakes, channels and estuaries of the vast Danube Delta in Romania are a paradise for anglers. The 5,400 square kilometer nature reserve is amongst the most tranquil and picturesque fishing destinations in Europe and abundant with game fish. Fishing for pike, carp, catfish, zander, roach, bream and perch is open for most of the year except for the short spawning period in April and May. The Delta is an interesting destination for the most seasoned angler as it is for the relative novice and with options to fish from land and boats. The vast variety of waters and landscapes offer challenging fishing opportunities with virtually thousands of locations to choose from.