Bear Sanctuary, Dracula Castle, Rasnov Fortress: One Day Adventure from Brasov

Experience the thrill of getting up-close with real bears and their cubs at the Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. Book a trip to this natural tourist attraction in Romania today!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zarnesti - If until now you have only witnessed the spectacle of nature on TV and you want to see it up-close, the Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti offers a live wilderness experience for children and adults alike.
    Imagine how the most beautiful virgin European forests would look like without a brown bear reserve like this one?…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Entrance Fees
Additional Information

If you’ve only observed nature’s grandeur from afar and yearn for a closer experience, the Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti provides the perfect opportunity.
Can you picture the pristine European forests minus a haven like this for brown bears?
What if you were told you could photograph real bears and their offspring, observe their daily routine from a safe…

Location
Drachenhaus Hotel
Strada Nicolae Bălcescu
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Z4296cxdanielab
Jun 4, 2025
Great experience and great tour! - Small and big bears, beautiful stories with our excellent guide Cătălin. Such a great experience with this company, for sure I recomande this tour!Thank you!!
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Monagq3487qc
Jun 4, 2025
Great holiday! - The best trip of my vacation, I recommend the company, they do their job with passion and love. The sanctuary, Bear Guide is only in Brasov, we were delighted to see the small and big bears so close and in maximum safety and to listen to their stories. Bran Castle is a story full of history and beauty and the Râșnov fortress offers a beautiful panoramic view where you can access it by elevator or train, the guide gave us all the necessary information. Thank you and we recommend you!
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Stoicescuc2020
Jun 4, 2025
Best - What could be more beautiful than a visit to the sanctuary with Cătălin who with great care delighted us with stories full of Transylvanian history. We were picked up from our accommodation, taken to the clean car, guided on what to do and what we need to know with great calm and a very good English speaker. We caught a rainy day but Cătălin offered umbrellas and the day was a beautiful story. Thank you and we recommend that it continue like this!
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Ildikok650
Jun 3, 2025
Unique experience - Pick-up from accommodation , profesional guide, clean cars , stories with teddy bears , castles with stories and beautiful views
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Dragosi203
Jun 3, 2025
Amazing journey - Cătălin , a guide who makes this tour with passion! An excellent trip to the bear sanctuary where small and large bears could be seen up close. The sanctuary is number 1 in Europe and is worth visiting! Bran Castle is full of suspense with stories of history and culture, Râșnov Fortress a beautiful panorama and we went up with the little train. It was a trip that we will tell our friends about and we will definitely recommend this company!
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Elefterescum2025
Jun 3, 2025
👍 - The most beautiful trip of this vacation! Thanks to the guide Cătălin! I look forward to coming again! To as many trips as possible!
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Alexlc2294mp
Jun 2, 2025
Wonderful! - Wonderful! An absolutely wonderful recreation, together with my wife and our little boy we enjoyed every moment. I recommend! Thank you!
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Ioanah568
Jun 2, 2025
Great trip,which made my vacation unforgettable! - I had an amazing time!It was great from the prompt pick up with a beautiful,clean van and a knowledgeable and friendly driver to the unique experience of the sites. Thank you!
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Manuelnh2524iy
Jun 1, 2025
A wonderful experience ! - It was a wonderful day with this company, punctual at the meeting point and very kind. Our guide gave us a lot of useful information and took care of us. Thank you, we definitely recommend! The bear sanctuary is amazing. We adopted a teddy bear and bought teddy bears. If it rains, don't worry, the guide offered us umbrellas and we were happy. Very well organized trip. Thank you, I recommend the company! Organized, friendly, English speaking, clean car, safe driving. The sanctuary is worth visiting, we saw bears, wolves and frogs ... Thank you, we are going tomorrow with the same company to Sinaia!! We were delighted with our guide CATALIN, who was well-intentioned, knowledgeable about history and geography, a talented storyteller! The Bear Sanctuary is a story for every teddy bear and bear saved through the kindness of those who founded this number 1 in Europe. Bran Castle impressed and Rasnov Fortress offers unforgettable views. I recommend the company, thank you, Manuel
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638ionuts
May 20, 2025
A Day Full of Stories, History, and Emotion - I recently joined this one-day tour from Brașov to the Bear Sanctuary in Zărnești, Dracula’s Castle (Bran), and Râșnov Fortress, and it ended up being one of the highlights of my trip! The day started with a prompt pickup from my accommodation, and our guide was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. The first stop was the Liberty Bear Sanctuary, which was a powerful and moving experience. Seeing rescued bears finally living in peace, surrounded by nature, was heartwarming. The sanctuary guide shared touching stories about each bear — many with heartbreaking pasts but now living in safety. Next, we headed to the Bran Castle, famously (but loosely) associated with Dracula. While the connection to Vlad the Impaler is more myth than fact, the castle's Gothic charm, winding staircases, and historical background made it a fascinating place to explore. Our guide provided a perfect mix of facts and legends, plus we had time to wander around on our own and take photos. The final stop was the Râșnov Fortress, perched on a hill with stunning views of the surrounding area. We took the little train up to the fortress (highly recommended!) and explored the medieval ruins. It truly felt like stepping back in time. Everything was perfectly organized — comfortable transport, well-paced schedule, and a passionate guide who clearly loves what they do. I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore a mix of nature, culture, and history all in one unforgettable day!
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From $56
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).