Foraging in the wild - day trip from Brasov

Summary

Together with your local guide, you will walk through the forests around Brasov in search of plants, mushroom and forest fruits. You will identify which species are safe and which to avoid. Consumption of mushroom is not recommended.

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Looking for wild plants and mushrooms in the wilderness is more fun than you think. Learn the basics of foraging from a passionate guide. Together, you will discover what to avoid, what you can pick and what you must not touch. Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation and together, you will go in the forests around Brasov in search for wild mushrooms, plants and forest fruits. Hiking and foraging isn't easy, depending on the terrain, so keep in mind that you have to be fit in order to walk around the forest, sometimes on steep terrain, loose rocks or mud. Depending on your schedule, the tour can take between three to six hours. You will decide when you want to stop, together with your guide. In the end, you will be dropped off at your accommodation. Please note that your guide will not recommend eating mushrooms. If you decide to cook them, he is not responsible if you get intoxicated. However, he will give you advice about what is good for picking and what is not.

What’s included?

  • Transport by air-conditioned car

  • Local guide

  • Pick up and drop off in Brasov (if your accommodation is outside Brasov, there will be an extra fee)

  • Lunch, snacks or water. Make sure you bring a sandwich and some water

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Pick up and drop off outside the city of Brasov

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 5h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

NeoTour Brasov

About operator:

NeoTour Brasov is located in the city of Brasov, in the middle of Romania. We specialise in active holidays: cycling, hiking, trekking, rafting, rock-climbing, ski-touring, BEAR WATCHING. We also offer cultural tours and day trips in Transylvania, multi-day tours and we are happy to help you personalise your stay in Romania. If you visit Brasov during winter please make sure to check our beautiful ski tours. If you're looking for lesser-known activities, check our foraging tour, the star-gazing night or our cooking lessons. Outside Romania we do mountaineering on high mountains (Elbrus, Aconcagua, Toubkal, sailing, scuba diving. Come discover Transylvania with us!

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