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The famous entrance at Cetatile Ponorului karst complex
Panorama spot from above Cetatile Ponorului karst complex
Hike in spruce forests, Padis
Hike in Rotunda Glade, Padis
Walking along the Bear Creek

Private Full-Day Hiking Adventure in Padis Karst Plateau

By Apuseni Experience
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $195 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Hiking in Padis karst plateau, one of the iconic areas in the heart of the Western Carpathians and home to some of the last forested karst landscapes in Europe will always provide travellers with unforgettable memories.

A professional tour leader, specialised in Western Carpathians nature interpretation will guide you along the creeks that shaped some impressive places such as Pestera Caput/Caput Cave, Izvorul Rece karst spring, Poiana Ponor/Ponor Glade, Cetatile Ponorului/Ponorului Fortresses karst system. He will explain the dynamic of this very specific landscape and will help you understand the way nature works creating these spectacular natural phenomena.

A trip designed as an accessible adventure to anyone willing to enjoy a one day escape, starting and ending in Oradea.
Relaxed pace, plenty of time to admire the scenery, for photos and for picnic lunch.
Besides, there's so much joy and fun!

Activity location

  • Apuseni Natural Park
    • 417419, Comuna Budureasa, Județul Bihor, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piaţa 1 Decembrie 4
    • 4 Piaţa 1 Decembrie
    • Oradea, Județul Bihor, Romania

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Private Full-Day Hiking Adventure in Padis Karst Plateau
  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h9h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 a.m.
Price details
CA $195.17 x 2 AdultsCA $390.34

Total
Price is CA $390.34
Until Fri, May 24

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedTrekking poles
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEvery participant will bring her/his own picnic lunch. No food, alcoholic drinks or refreshments are provided during the trip.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedCoffee and/or Tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll Fees and Taxes

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Reasonable physical and medical condition are recommended.

Activity itinerary

The travellers will receive all the details (including contact info) regarding place and time for meeting. At the meeting point (P-ta 1 Decembrie no. 4-6) the van and the guide will be waiting for the group. The group will embark on the van and will travel to Padis area (Apuseni Nature Park) in the mountains, where the trip takes place. Travel from Oradea to the mountain area will take approx. 1,5 hours one way. Arrive in the area, short presentation of the area and then start hiking. We will be hiking for about 6-7 hours (circuit), explore and learn about the karst landscape. On our way we will see Poiana Ponor/Ponor Glade, Ponor karst spring, Cetatile Ponorului/Ponorului Fortresses karst complex. The pace will be a relaxed one, with time enough for rest and photos. On return, the group will be dropped-off at the same place where they met in the morning. Outdoor boots and raincoat required. Group size: minimum 2 - maximum 8 pax.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESApuseni Natural Park
    • 417419, Comuna Budureasa, Județul Bihor, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPiaţa 1 Decembrie 4
    • 4 Piaţa 1 Decembrie
    • Oradea, Județul Bihor, Romania

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