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Parcul Naţional Călimani (RO)

This activity will be a combination of hiking, learning about nature (geography, geology, biology), history, traditions and life experiences. Participants will start at the Călimani National Park Visitor Center, where they will learn about the importance of protecting the environment, protected natural areas, soil, waters, vegetation and animals. After that, the journey will continue from the sulfur quarry to the camping point that is located at the Negoiul Unguresc saddle, where the group will see and learn about volcanic activities (Călimani massif is a volcanic mountain). Along the way, they will receive information from the park rangers and learn about the flora and fauna of Călimani National Park. Once there, the group will have lunch. After that, they will have all kinds of different activities, such as photo shoots, short videos and ecological interviews and games.

In the evening, participants will be invited to participate in a discussion about the importance of the anthropogenic factor in nature (opinions for and against). After dinner, near the camping area, they will observe the stars and share stories. The next day, after breakfast, the group will go on a trip to Rețitiș Peak to observe signs of human activities grazing, mining, tree cutling, etc.!

After that, a route will be chosen for the return to sulfur quarry. During the descent, the group will have lunch (like a picnic).

Additional Info

  • Destination: Parcul Naţional Călimani
  • Departure: July 17th
  • Return: July 18th
  • Organizer: Calimani National Park Administration
  • Contact person: Mitache Cristina Petronela
  • Contact Telephone: 0230371104

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