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Great tour with amazing guide (Mihail), who knows nearly everything about this area, his expertise covers many areas: from geology, geomorphology, hydrology, botany, zoology, ecology and environment protection to history, people and also myths and legends about Danube delta. He adjusted his explanation to our group (geography, biology and history teachers, graduate in ecology...) so everyone left feeling satisfied and enriched by what they had learned. He knew every bird and plant in latin names - and this was very helpfull, because we were from different not english speaking countries (and some of us studied biology).We saw many species of birds (herons, ducks, cormorants, egrets, and plants. Some of them you can see on my pictures, some of them were unique and different to capture with camera (one species of gull). other are typical for this area - huge flocks of pelicans with pygmy cormorants - to see their feeding cooperation was amazing!We ordered also the lunch in Letea village for 100 lei. It was delicious, especially the soup from catfish.Be aware that the boats of this company are open - it´s because you don´t have any obstacles to see the birds. But be prepared for every kind of weather (sun, heat, wind and cold, rain...). You can enjoy when you are well prepared. The company will send you information before about how you have to be prepared, follow these instructions.

Absolutely amazing! Best experience to do on the river Danubio. The discover of the village Mila 23 is simply amazing. Absolutely suggested!

The tour guide had extensive knowledge of ornithology, botany, and mythology. He was able to answer our questions and more. The boat captain was also top-notch. He knows the delta, it is his home, and he steers the boat safely. We saw many birds and also the wild horses. The traditional food in the delta was served by friendly locals and it tasted good. It was a wonderful day and we will recommend this excursion.

Can't say enough good things about this trip. We'd been looking for a birding trip in the Delta and they were either fully booked or super expensive. And then we came upon Safca. Though not specifically birders per se, they worked with us to come up with a three day private slow-boat tour through various small canals and lakes where we could see lots of birds. As we arrived at Mila 23 we found some beautiful rollers (super exciting). The next AM we saw all kinds of birds on the way to Letea and back. Another night in Mila 23 and off again birding on the way back seeing more rollers, bee eaters, and kingfishers. The best surprise of all was the black woodpecker we found at the picnic lunch spot our captain new about. Safca was super accommodating, pleasant, fun, and took great care of us. Both father and son treated us well. Our captain was really alert to us seeing birds, stopping for birds, slowing down for us to take photos, etc. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip.

With an affordable admission fee, boat trips in the Danube Delta provide a remarkable experience that combines stunning landscapes, rich wildlife, and a relaxing atmosphere; the flexible length of visit allows visitors to choose between short excursions and full-day adventures, while the small crowd size and professional staff ensure a comfortable journey, making these tours best for travelers seeking nature, tranquility, and authentic local experiences.

An amazing experience visiting the Danube Delta on a one-day private birdwatching trip. We left Tulcea before dawn on open-topped boat (see picture) until mid-afternoon when birds were less active. We were lucky to get perfect weather, and seeing the sunrise over the Delta was an unforgettable experience.Our guide (and I think co-owner of the business) Ili was incredibly knowledgeable and alert, pointing out new birds all the time as they were seen or heard and taking us to the best spots for species that we had indicated in advance we were keen to see. Ili also was knowledgeable about the history of the Delta and the pressures it is facing from human activity.At times the sheer number and variety of birds was overwhelming, especially in the 2-3 hours just after dawn when passerines were singing everywhere. Ili was also very patient - I am a birdwatcher that is very good with the ears but a bit slower with the eyes and at times I can miss something that is right in front of me!Although I had a small camera with me, our trip was primarily about soaking in the experience of hearing and seeing the wildlife in such a unique environment. If you are primarily a photographer then you need to let the company know in advance and they may take you different spots in the Delta to facilitate that.On this trip you have the option of buying lunch at a local traditional restaurant in the Mila 23 village, and this is the same place that the longer trips use as their base. It is a peaceful, pleasant spot and some people may welcome an hour without the hum of the boat's engine.Communication in advance of the trip with the operator was excellent, Calina was the person who handled this and she was very prompt at getting back by e-mail when we had a query (always a reply within 24 hours). Especially as we had to change the date of our trip a few weeks before we travelled.One important thing to note if doing this trip is that the boat departs from the small pier at "Port Tulcea Aval", and not from the promenade at Tulcea. If you are staying in the main hotels by the promenade this is about a 15 minute walk. Alternatively you can drive to it, and it is 40 lei per day to leave your car there. As we arrived the day beforehand, we checked out the departure point that day so that we did not have to worry about it on the day.From a birdwatching standpoint, other aspects of our travel plans limited the dates we could have taken this trip. If you have a completely free hand as to when to visit, I would suggest two to three weeks earlier than we visited would be even better e.g. mid April to end of first week in May.Overall a fantastic, unforgettable experience.

Our experience with Delta Spell Nautics was wonderful 😍. The weather was warm and the boat seems confortable and safe. We had a lot of fun memories with my family. We recommend it!

Great atmosphere created by the hosts, with fair admission fee. We have enjoyed it and overall it was a nice experience.

It was our first time in Romania, and we had two days to birdwatch in Dobruja and the Danube River Delta. We hoped to see some winter specialties, especially the Red-breasted Goose (we got great visuals both days), and (on the second day) to take a boat trip on the Delta. We unfortunately had extremely strong winds both days, which made the boat trip impossible. At first I was upset about this, but our guides were flexible, modified our itinerary to maximize our experience given the conditions, and we ended up with two very unique, fulfilling, and bird-filled days around Dobruja. It being our first time, we had a long list of target species. Our guides went above and beyond trying to find them for us, and we ended up seeing more than I expected! In addition, they took us for a few “surprise” birds (I won’t spoil it for you!), which was very exciting and unexpected. The guides are professionals in every regard. In addition to their unmatched knowledge of local birds, we learned so much about the history and culture of the region through our conversations over the two days. They were patient, kind, resourceful, and treated us and the natural world with the utmost respect. I highly recommend booking your trip through them, and I hope to come back someday to see the region and its birds in the spring or summer.

I traveled to Danube Delta in July 2025 with great expectations and my expectations were rewarded to 100%.As soon as we left Tulcea pier and entered the small channels of Delta, a magical world was revealed in front of us. Our guide Iliuță, a skilled photographer, boat driver, ornithologists and you name it with more than 20 years experience in Delta, helped us find beautiful birds, landscapes, making everything look so easy! If you are a photographer and not only, if you like nature or birds, you must experience the Danube Delta at least once in your life!

Florin was very personable and accommodating. He is a biologist by training and knew the plant species we encountered, not to mention an expert ornithologist. Plus, he’s just a great guy!

Great tour, we both enjoyed it. The guide was great, the scenery was awesome and the homemade food at village Mila 23 was tasty.

Today we had an absolutely wonderful walk in the Danube Delta — a corner of pure nature, vibrant and peaceful at the same time. The guides were very well trained, friendly and attentive, and the chosen route took us through spectacular places, where we admired rare birds, water lilies and willows reflecting in the calm waters.The boat was comfortable, everything was done safely and with respect for nature. We felt relaxed and connected to the environment at the same time. A real outdoor therapy! I recommend it from the bottom of my heart to everyone who wants to enjoy the authentic beauty of the Danube Delta.Thank you for a perfect day!

We spent 2 days in Tulcea and both days were tours with the Safcas. Our first tour was a 4 hour slow boat tour and our second tour was a 5 hour fast boat to Mila 23 which included lunch at a family run pensione. You will see so much including the beautiful surroundings and so many species of birds. The home cooked lunch was delicious. We highly recommend both tours!

We were a few days in Mila 23 for the fishing and also trips in the delta. Everything was perfectly organized, the guides were professional and friendly. The guesthouse - Alexandra and Alexandru- was comfortable and nice with local and very tasty food.

Excellent boat trip of the Delta. Our guide Florin was excellent and very knowledgeable. The Letea Forest was a bit of a disappointment, but otherwise excellent day trip.