Danube Delta Wildlife Cruise — 5 Days
5-day cruise · Sfântu Gheorghe · Sahalin Island · Sulina · Letea Forest
About This Tour
During this five-day cruise we explore the full breadth of the Danube Delta — from the Black Sea beach at Sfântu Gheorghe to the pelican paradise of Sahalin Island, the historic port of Sulina, and the ancient Letea Forest. Four nights aboard our comfortable 4-star floating hotel, guided throughout by an expert naturalist.
Highlights
- ✓Sunrise at Sahalin Island — pelicans and herons at dawn
- ✓Black Sea beach excursion at Sfântu Gheorghe
- ✓Sailing the Coastal Canal — where the Delta meets the Black Sea
- ✓Visit historic Sulina — EU's easternmost point
- ✓Letea Forest by horse-drawn cart
- ✓Traditional villages Letea and Mila 23
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Embarkation in Tulcea
The cruise starts in Tulcea where the floating hotel is moored. Embark in the afternoon. Welcome dinner and overnight aboard the floating hotel.
Tulcea → Sfântu Gheorghe — Black Sea Beach
Departure from Tulcea during breakfast, sailing along the Sfântu Gheorghe arm for approximately 6 hours. Breakfast and lunch on board during the trip. After lunch we dock near Sfântu Gheorghe village. Afternoon motorboat trip to the mouth of the Danube and a walk on the Black Sea beach — swimming stop or terrace drinks. Transfer back to the floating hotel for dinner.
Sahalin Island Sunrise — Coastal Canal — Sulina
The day begins before breakfast with a trip to Sahalin Island — the youngest Romanian territory. Flocks of herons and pelicans at first light: an unforgettable spectacle. After returning for breakfast, we sail to Sulina along the Coastal Canal — a unique landscape where the Delta meets the Black Sea, visible from the upper decks. Afternoon visit to Sulina: history of the European Commission of the Danube, promenade walk. Evening in the Old Danube near the Magearu Channel.
Letea Village & Forest — Bogdaproste Lake — Mila 23
Morning boat trip to Letea, exploring the Magearu Channel with floating islands (plauri) and water lily fields. Visit Letea village, then horse-drawn cart to the ancient Letea Forest on maritime sand dunes. Return to floating hotel for lunch. Afternoon: explore lakes Bogdaproste, Amiază, Căzănel and Trei Iezere. Evening: moor near Mila 23 on the Lopatna canal.
Optional Sunrise — Return to Tulcea
Optional early morning (5:00–6:00 AM) sunrise boat trip on the nearby lakes, then breakfast on board while heading back to Tulcea. Relax on the terraces and enjoy the landscapes. Disembarkation in Tulcea around 3:00 PM.
✅ What's included
- 4 nights in double cabin on 4-star floating hotel
- Full board (dinner day 1 through lunch day 5)
- All motorboat excursions
- Professional English-speaking naturalist guide
- Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve permit
- Still water
❌ Not included
- Alcoholic and soft drinks, espresso
- Letea Forest cart transport + entrance fee (approx. €10/person, paid on-site)
- Travel insurance
