Carpathian Brown Bear August 12 - 15, 2026
Period: August 12 - 15, 2026
Difficulty level: easy
Available spots: max. 6 people
Accommodation: 3* Hotels and Guest Houses
Transportation: not included
Guiding languages: Romanian and English
Price: 460 €/person
Tour Description
In the wilderness of the Carpathian Mountains lies the largest population of brown bears in Europe. However, in the wild, the bear is a difficult animal to photograph and, contrary to common belief, it is a shy species. Photographing bears in freedom is not an easy task, which is why we invite you to our photo tour, designed to offer a complete yet safe photographic experience.
For three evenings, we will photograph bears in three different locations, in three distinct areas, from specially designed hides. And since we are in a region with strong photographic potential, sunrise landscapes will be another key focus of our PhotoTOUR.
Join us on a specially designed tour for wildlife and landscape photography enthusiasts. A trip created for a wide variety of scenery and animals, with a small number of participants, where photographic opportunities are truly exceptional.
Logistics
We will operate in wild areas of the Carpathian curvature, carefully selected for their high bear population density and quality of golden-hour light.
The photo sessions take place from specially designed photographic hides, with viewing windows at animal eye level.
The program is dictated by bear activity, as well as the optimal times for spectacular sunrise landscapes. We will have two daily sessions: a morning session for sunrise photography, and an afternoon session, taking advantage of peak wildlife activity and soft, diffused light.
Transfers to the monitoring areas are done by 4x4 vehicles, followed by short walks on varied terrain. No special physical condition is required, but discretion and silence are essential.
Price: 460€ / person – double room accommodation
Single supplement: 120 € / person
Initial deposit: 50% of the tour price
Payment deadlines
Registration and deposit payment: until 15.07.2026
Final payment: until 01.08.2026
Group size
Maximum: 6 participants
Minimum: 5 participants.
If fewer than 5 participants register, the PhotoTOUR may still take place, but the price will be recalculated accordingly.
Companions
The price for companions is the same as for participants.
Accommodation: 3-star guesthouse, place in double rooms.
Meals: Breakfast included.
Transport: Not included. Please ask for if you need.
The price includes
Accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star guesthouse
Bear hide fees
Photo organization and guidance: Mihai Moiceanu
The price does not include
Transport to and from the photography areas
Transport between accommodation locations
Meals other than those mentioned above
Payment method
Payment can be made by bank transfer to our account at Banca Transilvania. To secure a place, the initial deposit is required. After registration, participants will receive an email with payment details, whether payment is made by bank transfer or card.
Note: By submitting the registration form, you agree to the terms and conditions of this website, which form an integral part of the contract between the tourist and the agency.

