Europe's largest and best-preserved river delta, where the Danube splits into channels, lakes and reed beds before reaching the Black Sea. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a paradise for birdwatching, with huge colonies of pelicans and over 300 species of birds.
Boat tours run from Tulcea, the gateway town; ferries go to Sulina and Crișan. Stay in a fishing village guesthouse to taste fish soup. The best time is May and June. Bring insect repellent.
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