Comana Natural Park is a protected natural area in Giurgiu County, Romania, about 40 km from Bucharest. Its wetlands, forest and marked trails make it a nature-focused day trip; boating, cycling and other activities are also available through local operators.
- Location: Giurgiu County, Romania
- Size: Approximately 250 square kilometres
- Park access: Open to visitors 24 hours a day, including public holidays
- Visitor fee: 5 lei per person per day; children under 14 enter free
What Comana Natural Park offers visitors
Comana Natural Park protects a broad landscape of wetlands and forest, with varied habitats and recorded wildlife.
The Neajlov Delta covers 1,200 hectares, while the forested area covers 8,000 hectares. Two nature reserves in the forest protect the Romanian forest peony and butcher’s-broom. The park authority records 15 habitat types of European interest, alongside 1,153 plant species, 31 fish taxa, 11 amphibian species, 10 reptile species, 212 bird species, 40 mammal species and 146 invertebrate species.
The park authority describes Comana as a protected natural area, not an adventure park. That distinction helps set expectations: the landscape and nature are central, while recreation options are offered separately by local businesses.
Choosing a walk or activity
Marked tourist trails are the option to focus on if you want to explore the park on foot; local operators also offer activities such as cycling, boating and kayaking.
According to Casa Comana, bicycle rentals are available daily from 09:00 to 17:00. Boat trips and the Orient Express tourist train run Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 19:00, while boat and kayak rentals are available on those days from 09:00 to 17:00.
The Apolodor playground is also open on weekends from 09:00 to 17:00. Adventure Park hours are Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 17:00 during the winter season, subject to weather.
These operator activities have their own schedules, separate from the protected area’s visitor access. If you are bringing a pet, keep it on a marked tourist trail and on a leash; a muzzle is required where the law requires one. Carry a health record showing deworming and rabies vaccination.
How do you get from Bucharest to Comana Natural Park?
Bus and train journeys are possible, but check the live schedules and return options before choosing your route.
If you are staying in the Old Town, DeGoya Studios’ aparthotel rooms are in Bucharest; Comana is about 40 km from the city. Plan your onward transport separately, as the published bus times begin at Progresu terminal.
C&I Transport gives departures from Bucharest’s Progresu terminal to Budeni–Comana at 05:45, 06:45, 07:45, 09:15, 12:15, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30, 19:20 and 20:10. Return departures from Budeni–Comana are at 04:30, 05:45, 06:45, 08:15, 09:00, 13:00, 15:30, 16:30 and 17:30. Tickets are bought from the driver, and travel duration may be affected by traffic and weather.
Train journeys from București Nord to Comana involve transfers, including bus replacement segments between railway stations. Use CFR Călători’s live search to check a suitable outbound and return journey.
For public transport in the Bucharest–Ilfov region, TPBI recommends the InfoTB app and advises checking vehicle schedules with transport operators; Bucharest’s metro connections from Old Town can help with the city end of your journey.
Seasonal access and a practical day-trip checklist
The park is open around the clock, but transport and operator activities follow schedules that can change.
Before setting out, check the official site before you go: confirm the current bus or train arrangements with the relevant transport operator, and activity hours with Casa Comana. C&I Transport warns that its website information and fares may change at short notice; journey duration can also be affected by traffic and weather.
Allow time to coordinate your return before choosing an outbound departure. If your plan depends on a boat trip, rental or Adventure Park visit, confirm that activity’s operating hours as well as the transport connection back to Bucharest.
For a separate city itinerary, Bucharest’s Old Town, Calea Victoriei and parks offer a contrast to a day in the natural area.
FAQs
Where is Comana Natural Park?
It is a protected natural area in Giurgiu County, Romania, about 40 km from Bucharest.
Is Comana Natural Park open every day?
The park authority says the protected area is open to visitors 24 hours a day, including public holidays. Activities run by local operators have separate schedules.
Is there an admission fee?
The visitor fee is 5 lei per person per day. Admission is free for children under 14.
Can you bring a pet to Comana Natural Park?
Pets are permitted only on marked tourist trails and must be leashed. A muzzle is required where the law requires one, and you must carry a health record showing deworming and rabies vaccination.