Danube Delta (Tulcea), Romania

Danube Delta Tulcea

Europe's largest wetland, full of pelicans and reed channels.

  • May–Sep
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Danube Delta

Day 1

  1. MorningTake a small boat from Tulcea into the reed channels early in the morning, when the birds are most active.
  2. AfternoonWatch for pelicans, cormorants and herons in the lakes, like Lake Fortuna.
  3. EveningStay in a guesthouse in a delta village, like Crișan or Mila 23.

Day 2

Take the boat to Sfântu Gheorghe, where the river meets the Black Sea.

What to eat

Borș de pește, a sour fish soup, cooked with the day's catch.

Local tips

Make the most of Danube Delta

Beat the crowds

Calm all year. Summer is the busiest time in Tulcea and the delta villages.

Best photo spot

Pelicans flying over the reed channels at sunrise, from a small boat.

Getting there

Buses and trains run to Tulcea. From there, boats go to the delta villages like Crișan and Sulina.

Don't miss nearby

Sulina, where the Danube flows into the Black Sea, with a wild beach.

Good to know

Bring mosquito spray. May and June are best for birdwatching, when the pelicans nest.

Plan your visit

Getting to Danube Delta

Getting there

  • Constanța Airport (CND)95 km away
  • Bucharest Airport (OTP)225 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryRomania

Questions

Danube Delta: good to know

Is Danube Delta worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Europe's largest wetland, full of pelicans and reed channels.

How many days do you need in Danube Delta?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Danube Delta?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. Calm all year. Summer is the busiest time in Tulcea and the delta villages.

How do you get to Danube Delta?

The nearest airport is Constanța Airport (CND), about 95 km away. Buses and trains run to Tulcea. From there, boats go to the delta villages like Crișan and Sulina.

What is there to see near Danube Delta?

Nearby hidden places include Bucharest (229 km), Varna (230 km) and Sinaia (255 km).

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