Dear hikers,
On April 27th, we’ll set off—both kids and adults—on a new adventure to observe the colorful bee-eaters that nest in the earthen banks of the Gușterița hill. We will meet in the morning at 9:30 AM in front of the Evangelical Church in the Gușterița neighborhood. After a brief introduction to the day’s program, we will begin our hike.
We’ll walk along the country road leading us to the old farm on the Gușterița hill. Our first stop will be right there, where, with the help of binoculars and a spotting scope, we will observe the bee-eaters that have returned to their old nests after traveling thousands of kilometers from Africa to lay their eggs in the clay wall behind the farm.
We’ll continue through the widening pasture, where we’ll be able to spot various bird species feeding on the spring-awakened insects. Before entering the forest, we’ll have the chance to admire the view toward the Lotru Mountains to the southwest. In the mixed forest of oak, hornbeam, and linden, we’ll enjoy the songs of woodland birds searching for mates as nesting season begins.
We’ll exit the forest above the village of Hamba, where we’ll take a short lunch break. After a few nature discovery games and stories with the little ones (which adults are also invited to join), we’ll head back into the woods. About half an hour later, we’ll emerge into a wide meadow with panoramic views of the Cindrel and Lotru mountains. From there, a long descent will take us back to the old farm, and following the same country road we took in the morning, we’ll return to the Evangelical Church in Gușterița, where our hike ends.
This is an easy hike, suitable for people of all ages, including children aged 6 and up!
No special technical mountain gear is required for this hike!
WHERE AND WHEN DO WE MEET?
We will meet in the morning at 9:30 AM in front of the Evangelical Church in the Gușterița neighborhood. After a brief presentation of the day’s program, we will begin our hike.
ROUTE INFORMATION
Distance: 10 km
Elevation gain: 200 meters
Trail difficulty: easy
Hiking duration: approximately 4–5 hours
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Bottle with water or tea, at least 1 liter
Snack for a mid-hike break
Binoculars of any size are welcome!
COSTS
70 lei/adult participant
Children between 6 and 18 years old: 20 lei/participant
The hike will take place with a minimum of 10 paying adult participants.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
GUIDE
Proca Mihai – local and national tourism guide
Contact: 0720-003.332
Note:
– The route configuration and length will be adjusted according to weather conditions and the homogeneity/heterogeneity of the group.
– The organizer (guide) reserves the right to refuse participants who are not appropriately equipped or who have inadequate physical condition.
– Tours are conducted under safe conditions and with a minimum number of participants. The organizer reserves the right to reschedule or cancel tours without prior notice if these conditions are not met.
– Ticket refunds are only provided in case the organizer (guide) cancels the hike.
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By participating in this event, I consent to being photographed. I acknowledge that the photos may be used for promotional purposes, both online and in printed materials, within the “Anii Drumeției” Program to promote it. I declare under my own responsibility that, to the best of my knowledge, I am physically capable of sustained physical effort during hiking events without jeopardizing my health in any way. My participation in this event is entirely voluntary, understanding the associated risks to which I expose myself.
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The “Anii Drumeției” Program is initiated and funded by the Sibiu County Council in collaboration with the Sibiu County Tourism Association. Its main purpose is to improve hiking infrastructure in the county and promote activities specific to ecotourism.
