DANUBE GUIDES BULGARIA

Nature park Rusenski Lom / Persina Nature Park

The cultural diversity in the different Bulgarian Danube regions represents a high potential for development of tourist activities, connecting nature, cultural and historical heritage via specific topics and routes, highlighting the importance of cultural dialogue and nature conservation. The Bulgarian Danube region stretches for 470 km along the northern border of the country. It is believed that these lands have been inhabited since ancient times.

The Danube region features plains, wetlands, and several small Danube islands (64 in total). The Northwestern part is ideal for eco-tourism, birdwatching, and nature trails. Key natural areas include Persina Nature Park, Rusenski Lom Nature Park, Srebarna Reserve, etc., which protect rare wetland ecosystems and bird species such as black storks and sea eagles. Danube wetlands are a hotspot for biodiversity. Various initiatives aim to protect the habitats of rare species and preserve the unique landscapes which are a draw for ecotourism​.

Persina Nature Park is one of the most important places from an ornithological point of view. For bird lovers, this is a kind of paradise.  Rusenski Lom Nature Park covers the canyon of the river of the same name and its tributaries. The canyon hides unsuspected architectural treasures and romantic cycle routes. The picturesque small town of Tutrakan is the home of 134 significant species of breeding birds. Here is one of the largest heron colonies. The many museums are a window into the past.

For heritage explorers, the entire Bulgarian Danube shore offers rock churches, stunning cultural landmarks and magnificent Roman Fortresses like Ratiaria (Archar), Bononia (Vidin), Dimum (Belene), Novae (Svishtov), Sexaginta Prista (Ruse), Transmarisca (Tutrakan), Durostorum (Silistra), etc. Local traditions, crafts, and gastronomy are central to the area’s identity, offering unique experiences for everyone.

All these cultural and natural richness showcase the potential for the Bulgarian Danube region to serve as an integrated model for cultural heritage, nature conservation and sustainable tourism development!

OFFERS

DANUBE GUIDES - OFFERS IN BULGARIA

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Wild Lake Srebarna: 44.101393, 27.066879
Nature Park Persina - People, Nature and Traditions: 43.706981, 24.897509
Along the Danube from Tutrakan to Silistra by kayak: 44.052681, 26.617824
Along the Danube from Lyulyaka Island (near Ruse) to Tutrakan by kayak: 43.411600, 24.630200
Along the Danube by kayak - history, nature, adventures: 43.644509, 25.124636

TEAM

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Alexander Mirchev
aex.mirchev@gmail.com

I have been working in tourism since 2008. I have completed my master’s degree in Svishtov – Economics and Tourism Management. In 2013 I went to France to study French and Applied Economics – Regional Development and Management at the Université de Bordeaux. I have led groups in France, Italy and Greece.
For about 2 years I have been living on the bank of the Danube near the town of Belene and run a hotel-restaurant “Prestige”. This gives me the opportunity to meet many wonderful people from all over the world and show them the beauty of the Lower Danube. I have led French, English, Italian, Russian, Israeli, American, Mexican and other groups along the Danube, as well as the Belene Islands and in particular Persina Nature Park.

Hobbies: fishing, swimming, biking

Guided tours:
• fishing
• boat trip
• archery
• visit of the Danube Islands with a picnic
• visit to Persina Island and Object 2 the former Belene Concentration Camp
• bird watching

Qualification:
• 3rd degree of professional qualification and I am a certified and registered guide in the Ministry of Tourism.
• completed a guide course
• Certified Danube Guide

Language:
• Russian
• English
• French

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I am a veterinary specialist and environmental expert in Tutrakan municipality. I grew up on the Danube, in the midst of nature. Today my children grow the same way.
I am engaged in various activities – reintroduction of species and conservation of biodiversity, youth trainings and more.
I am a member of the Tutrakan Tourism Development Association.

Guided tours:
• Water crossings in the Lower Danube section;
• Excursions to explore the flora and fauna in protected areas: Aleppo, Pozarevski Islands, Iliasar, Bobla, Kalimok-Brushlen, Malyak Preslavets, Srebarna, Karakuz;
• Conducting children’s camps for exploring and surviving in the wild

Qualification:
• Certified Danube Guide
• Ability to operate a small ship

Language:
• Bulgarian
• Russian
• Serbian
• Macedonian

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I work as a secretary in the oldest and most traditional Bulgarian institution – the lyceum in the small but extremely beautiful and rich in historical and natural values town of Tutrakan near Danube.
Out of love, I formed a local ecotourism development association with friends. Our main mission is to showcase the hidden treasure of the wild Danube through a variety of experiences – by boat, kayak, bicycle, walking … and sometimes may be by air.

Guided tours:
• By foot and by bike in the Tutrakan area
• With a kayak along the Danube in the section between Rousse and Silistra
• In Kalimok-Brushlen protected area
• Mixed routes (historical, natural, religious and culinary) in Bulgaria

Qualification:
• Certified Guide (N E-01290)
• Certified Danube Guide

Language:
• Bulgarian
• English
• German

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Passionate about:
I work as an expert at WWF Bulgaria and implement projects, related to environmental conservation.

Bulgaria is a country of thrills and adventures, where you can still find places not frequented by tourists. To be born at the shores of the “great river” Danube is an honor and privilege. Here, you can find villages where the rhythm of life has not changed for centuries. Nature, good food, clean air and breathtaking sunsets remind of other dimensions and bicycle joyrides are filled with adrenaline.

Guided tours:
• Tour of the Persina Nature Park and Roussenski Lom Nature Park

Qualification:
• Certified Danube Guide

Language:
• Bulgarian
• English
• Russian
• Turkish
• Macedonian / Serbian

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Svetlana Paskova
svetle7o@abv.bg

I work as a project expert in the Belene Municipality, related to the development of the region. Bulgaria is a country with astonish nature. Here on the Danube you can touch the beauty of it. You can relax in the nature and have adventurous trips on the islands. You can also meet the history of Bulgaria.

Guided tours:
• Tour of the Persina Nature Park and the town

Qualification:
• Certified Danube Guide

Languages:
• Bulgarian
• English

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Tsvetomir Tsvetanov
chyene@gmail.com

I have a master degree in medicinal plants and herbs sciences from Sofia University „St. Kliment Ohridski“. For the last 10 years, I am part of the municipality in Belene town. I was expert of ecology, environment and agriculture. As part of LENA project, I had the chance to visit new and exciting places and the pleasure to meet interesting people and collect great memories.

In my free time, I enjoy riding my bicycle along the Danube and go out in nature alone and with friends. I am interested, but more like a hobby – to ride along unpopular nature routes and take photos of landscapes. I love reading books under blue sky after riding bicycle.

Guided tours:
• Bike tour around the town of Belene and the region (Svishtov, Gulyantsi and Baikal), visiting NATURA 2000 areas and local historical places and cultural landmarks.

Qualification:
• Certified Danube Guide

Languages:
• Russian (A2)
• Romanian (A1)
• English

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Self-employed birding, wildlife tours, and nature photography guide working both independently and with reputable nature holiday companies. I have been guiding, designing and organizing birding and nature tours around Balkans since 2009 for individuals, couples, families, and groups from many countries: UK, Ireland, France, Belgian, Netherlands, Germany, Australia, USA, Canada, etc. To organize large groups, I work with the best wildlife tourist agency in Bulgaria – Pandion Wild Tours. My main destinations are the Danube Delta where we do a regular summer tour with Vogelreizen, the marshes around the Danube in Bulgaria and Romania, the Black Sea coast, the mountains in Romania, Bulgaria and Greece, the Aegean coast of Greece and many of the Greek Mediterranean islands.

Guided tours:
• My experience as a tour guide is mainly with birds, dragonflies, and butterflies, but with me, you can learn a lot about the history and culture of SE Europe. Other combined tours I lead are birding & Kayaking and Birding & wine tasting.

Qualification:
• Certified Danube Guide

Languages:
• Russian
• English

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Passionate about:
Nature conservation, Travel and birding, IT-technologies

Guided tours:
•Nature Park Persina – People, Nature and Traditions

Qualification:
•Birdwatching guide for Bulgaria (15 years of experience)
•Culture guide for Bulgaria (8 years of experience)
•Part of numerous enviromental education projects
•Co-author of nature heritage interpretation book (in print)
•Certified Danube Guide

Language:
•English
•Bulgarian

CONTACT

Danube Guides Contact Point in Bulgaria

National Tourism Cluster “Bulgarian Guide”
r.d. Gotse Delchev, 26E Ge. Kiril Botev Str., off. 2
1404 Sofia
Bulgaria

Fon: +359 2 850 50 09
E-Mail: info@bg-guide.org

Web: www.bg-guide.org  

Responsible person
Desislava Mincheva-Yordanova
E-Mail: info@bg-guide.org

ABOUT NATIONAL TOURISM CLUSTER

National Tourism Cluster “Bulgarian Guide” (NTC BG Guide) is a tourist, and a destination management organisation focused on sustainable and responsible tourism development, encouraging environmentally friendly behavior and environment protection, cultural heritage valorisation, and promotion of specialised types of tourism, part of the European Cluster Collaboration Platform and Tourism 4.0 networks. One of its aims is the integration of sustainability and circular economy principles in the tourism industry. The cluster is active in green growth and sustainable development, innovations, digitalisation, gamification, entrepreneurial and educational initiatives, etc. Its mission is linked to the needs of the tourist related SMEs/stakeholders, local communities, as well as the “seeking” tourists, those who are looking for authentic experiences, especially in rural and remote areas. The organisation is nationally represented by its partner network and has vast experience in implementing/leading international EU-funded projects. Since its establishment in 2013 the organization has organized more than 50 events (incl. festivals, tours, conferences, trainings, international initiatives, etc.) which resulted in sustainable practices in various regions across the country, more specifically in the Danube River region. Moreover, for 2 consecutive years (2015-2016) the organization was a co-organiser of an international tourism matchmaking event within the ITB Berlin, Germany.

The cluster has a tourist platform about Bulgarian cultural, environmental sites, attractions providing the user the opportunity for a different tourist experience and a trip planner. The platform was awarded with the prize ‘Favourite Audience Website’ of the Bulgarian Web Awards 2015.

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