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Fantastic Hiking in the Carpathian Mountains!

This was a fantastic trip with a great variety of hikes, balanced nicely by a handful of slower-paced cultural and wildlife experiences throughout the week. The Carpathian Mountains are absolutely beautiful and still feel untouched compared to many of Europe’s more famous hiking destinations. The scenery is stunning, the villages are charming, and the whole region feels authentic and welcoming.

Most Inspirational Moment

The bear hide experience was unforgettable! We saw around 11 bears in total, including cubs, which was an incredible privilege and one of the best wildlife experiences I've had in Europe. Seeing these magnificent animals in their natural habitat was truly magical.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sebi was superb. He has an incredible wealth of knowledge about the region, wildlife, history, and culture. He made sure everyone felt included and safe and had a fantastic sense of humour throughout the week. A genuinely excellent guide.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Definitely opt for the optional summit hike on Day 7! It was one of the highlights of the entire trip. There is a bit of scrambling involved, but if you're comfortable with that, the views from the top are absolutely spectacular and more than worth the effort. I would also highly recommend adding a pre- or post-tour stay in Bucharest. The tour itself doesn't spend time there, but it's a fascinating city with beautiful architecture, great food, and plenty of history. It's well worth exploring while you're in Romania.

Carpathian Walking & Bears

Enjoyed the overal experience walking through fab meadows and countryside. Did test my abiliy at some points. The guest house was very clean and staff very helpfull. The food was plentiful and very good fresh quality. The guide Leo was extremely knowledgeable & helpful during our walks. Met with a wide of wildlife and seeing the bears at the sanctury and in the hide.

Most Inspirational Moment

The meadows walk on the first day - glorious. Seeing 3 bear cubs with mum at the hide and learning about the sanctury. Walking through the gorges and going up into the pastures, on one day to have Polenta and cheese balls picnic and a treat at the cabin further on in the week. Excellent food and a small group of 12 was plenty.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good at his job able to respond to requests and accommodate individual needs for their health & wellbeing on achieving the walks

Carpathian Walking & Bears

The accommodation was excellent and the tour leader very understanding of the groups abilities and limits

Most Inspirational Moment

Mainly the treks through stunning scenery

Thoughts on Group Leader

Leo was brilliant. Especially about adjusting the walks to ensure everybody enjoyed them

Carpathian Walking & Bears

This trip had a bit of everything, hiking, sightseeing and wildlife

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved the hiking, the scenery is so beautiful. Seeing bears was amazing. The group i travelled with were great!

Thoughts on Group Leader

It was lovely to have a very local guide, he was very interesting and looked after us very well. He was very conscientious on the hikes to check everyone was ok

Carpathian Walking & Bears

Another wonderful exodus trip, with knowledgeable, fun & thoughtful guide

Most Inspirational Moment

The group, guide, location, accommodation, itinerary, wildlife, sounds of nature, basically everything!

Thoughts on Group Leader

A very calm, knowledgeable, fun and thoughtful guide, who looked after us all so well, particularly during a stormy hike across many streams. He was very diligent in ensuring the safety of everyone, whilst keeping it enjoyable.

Carpathian Walking & Bears

The trip was beyond all of my expectations. The guide was superb, the villa we stayed in was cozy and beautiful, the hikes were gorgeous, the food was delicious, and everything ran like a well-oiled machine. I highly recommend this trip.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking, seeing the bears in the wild, and visiting the bear sanctuary.

Thoughts on Group Leader

"Sebi" was simply excellent. He could answer any questions about the history of the places we visited. He was extremely attentive and made sure the slower hikers were OK. He set a good pace for everyone, and when some of the hikers needed to stop and go back to the villa, he arranged that. Above all, he was friendly and had a great sense of humor. We couldn't have asked for a better guide!

Wondering first time experience with Exodus

This was my first back pack trip ever. It was challenging but exciting and memorable!

Most Inspirational Moment

The best part of the trip was to meet people from all over the world, most of them experienced travelers. They were open minded, supportive and friendly, they made the experience even more memorable! The nature was beautiful, we had one sunny day, after that rain and snow on the last day, all seasons changed before our eyes. We visited the brown bears sanctuary, that was heartwarming to see the care and love for the wildlife. And of course the Dracula castle, big tourist attraction! The food was the best, healthy, irresistibly delicious!

Thoughts on Group Leader

We were blessed with the best leader: Sebastian! Knowledgeable, proud of his country, patient, supportive, positive!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared with the best hiking shoes. I personally suffered from hurting my toenails 😊

Carpathian Walking & Bears

In addition to my earlier comments, I would add: Efficient transfer service and, most importantly, an extremely good, friendly, helpful, good English-speaking guide “Sebi”. Sebi (short for Sebastian, I believe) deserves a lot of praise – please ensure that he receives this feedback.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing twenty + bears when we went to the bear hide. Wonderful scenery. Sebi, the local guide. The other members of the trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was fantastic. Please ensure that he receives this feedback.

Carpathian Walking & Bears

It was a great trip and the guide was terrific. The accommodations and food were good.

Most Inspirational Moment

The last day’s hike was the best. The hike to Bran was excellent as was the trip to Bra?ov. Thomas was very informative about Romania, bears, and the region.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Thomas was terrific in every respect. Especially grateful he was able to provide hiking shoes since my luggage was delayed three days. He was helpful contacting the courier to inquire about the status of my luggage.

Carpathian Walking & Bears

Hotel and staff were amazing Leo our guide was very helpful, patient and knowledgeable throughout.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking through the meadows Bear watching and bear sanctuary

Thoughts on Group Leader

One of the best leaders I have ever met! Relaxed, but organised the group well. Patient and caring to everyone needs. Extremely knowledgeable about wildlife, history and passionate about nature.