Information for children about the Danube Delta - Find out everything you need to know about the Danube Delta, a wonderful place in Romania, in this article for children!
The Danube Delta is one of the most beautiful and fascinating natural areas in Romania. It is a protected area recognized as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO and is home to a lot of unique plants and animals. In this article, we will explore the Danube Delta and provide interesting information for children.
Exploring the Danube Delta: The most spectacular destinations and excursions with Nearchus NauticTour Mahmudia
What is the Danube Delta?
The Danube Delta is one of the largest and best preserved deltas in Europe. It is located in the eastern part of Romania and is formed by the arms of the Danube river, which split into a fan of canals and islands.
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What animals can be found in the Danube Delta?
The Danube Delta is home to a wide variety of animals, from birds and fish to mammals and reptiles. Some of the most interesting animals that can be found here include:
- Common pelican or curly pelican - is a very large bird species that lives in groups and feeds on fish.
- Sturgeon - is a large fish that can live up to 100 years and can reach impressive sizes.
- Otter - is a small and agile mammal that lives near water and feeds on fish and crustaceans.
- Water snake - is a non-venomous reptile that lives near water and feeds on fish and frogs.
What plants can be found in the Danube Delta?
The Danube Delta is also home to a lot of unique plants, adapted to the special conditions of the delta. Some of these include:
- White Willow - is a tree that grows near water and is important for building barges and other wooden objects.
- Papura - is a plant with long thin leaves that is traditionally used to make baskets and other items.
- Reed - is a tall plant with small flowers that is important for the habitat of many animals in the delta.
- White water lily - is an aquatic plant that grows in the calm waters of the delta and is known for its beauty.
If you want to discover the beauty of nature, the Nearchus team offers boat trips to all the interesting sights in the Danube Delta!
What activities can be done in the Danube Delta?
The Danube Delta is a popular destination for tourists, who come here to admire the natural beauty and see how nice it is to get outside!
Boat trips
One of the most popular activities in the Danube Delta is a boat ride. Tourists can choose from a variety of options, from one-hour rides to longer tours. During the boat ride, tourists can admire the beauty of the delta, observe animals in their natural habitat and learn more about local history and culture.
Bird watching
The Danube Delta is a wonderful place for bird watching. During the migration season, the delta becomes the temporary home for many species of birds, who stop here on their way to their wintering grounds. There are plenty of places in the delta where tourists can admire birds in their natural habitat.
Bicycle tours
For tourists who want to explore the delta in a more active way, there is the option of going on bicycle tours. There are plenty of trails in the delta that are suitable for cycling and allow tourists to see more of the beauty of the delta.
How to get to the Danube Delta?
There are several ways to get to the Danube Delta. The easiest way is by car, although there are also public transport options such as buses or trains. Tourists can reach Tulcea, which is the largest city near the delta, and from there they can take a boat or ferry to various destinations in the delta.
Our recommendation is to come to Mahmudia, to Casa TEO Mahmudia, the best restaurant in the Danube Delta, which is open all year round, and on the way you can also see the fishing village of Tulcea and enjoy the best traditional dishes of fish from the Danube Delta.
The Danube Delta is a wonderful place for bird watching. During the migration season, the delta becomes the temporary home for many species of birds, who stop here on their way to their wintering grounds. There are plenty of places in the delta where tourists can admire birds in their natural habitat.
Boat trips in the Danube Delta
I was talking about the boat trips above... well, if you choose trips to the Danube Delta with Nearchus Nautictour you will get to see the beauty of nature and enjoy many interesting destinations;
Discovering the tourist destinations of the Danube Delta, from Tulcea county
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But to be more precise...in our boat tours ( short or full day) you can discover all the important types of birds that live in the Danube Delta..including the 3 types of herons.
Therefore, come and visit the Danube Delta with us ! If you take our boat tours ( short or full day) you can discover all the important types of birds that live in the Danube Delta..including the 3 types of herons.