Romania · Photography

Hike in the Wild Private Photo Tour

9 Hours Round trip from Brașov Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private full-day hiking and photography experience from Brașov
  • 02 Explore the wild Taga Mountains near Piatra Craiului National Park
  • 03 Walk along unmarked forest roads through deep forests and meadows
  • 04 Enjoy panoramic views of the Southern Carpathians
  • 05 Excellent photo opportunities over surrounding mountain ranges
  • 06 Chance to identify wildlife tracks in the snow during winter
  • 07 Private transportation and licensed English speaking mountain guide included

Escape into the wild on a private full-day hike from Brașov to the remote Taga Mountains near Piatra Craiului National Park. Designed for travellers who enjoy nature, hiking, and photography, this experience leads you along unmarked forest roads, deep woods, and open meadows in a lesser-visited corner of the Southern Carpathians.

Along the way, take in wide mountain panoramas over Piatra Mare and Postavarul Massifs, Baiului Mountains, Bucegi Natural Park, Iezer-Papusa Mountains, Fagaras Mountains, and Piatra Craiului National Park. In winter, the landscape offers an added chance to spot wildlife tracks in the snow, including bear, wolf, stag, and wild boar.

Along the way, take in wide mountain panoramas over Piatra Mare and Postavarul Massifs, Baiului Mountains, Bucegi Natural Park, Iezer-Papusa Mountains, Fagaras Mountains, and Piatra Craiului National Park.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Brasov, Zărnești, Piatra Craiului Mountains
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Drive to Zarnesti

Drive from Brasov approx. 40 minutes to the main gate to the Piatra Craiului National Park - Zarnesti town. From here drive another 10-15 minutes to the starting point of a once in a lifetime experience photo tour in the wild, to feel free.Astonisihing views of Piatra Mare and Postavarul Massifs, Baiului Mountains, Bucegi Natural Park, Iezer-Papusa Mountains, Fagaras Mountains and of course Piatra Craiului National Park.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Brașov 3 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Licensed English speaking mountain guide

What's Not Included

  • Picnic lunch - extra 6 euro per person

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • Dress warmly: Compulsory sturdy and waterproof hiking shoes; warm clothes recommended
  • Route may be changed without notice due to weather conditions
  • Minimum booking numbers apply (2 pax). If you would like to join as 1 person please note that the price for 2 is be applicable
  • Guaranteed departures: October - April.
  • The distance is approx. 17 km, with a difference of altitude of 800 m.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Brașov, RO
Tour start
Brașov, RO
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Brașov.

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