Small-Group Day Trip to the Epic 7 Ladders Canyon from Brasov
Description
A safe, flexible small-group hike through forest trails to one of the most spectacular canyons near Brașov, with ladders, fresh mountain air and great scenery.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We start the tour from Brasov (we pick you up from your location), head to the Seven Ladders Canyon (Canionul Sapte Scari) in the Piatra Mare range, part of the Southern Carpathian Mountains. This stunning gorge is famed for its steep ladders that take you up the rock walls past a series of rushing waterfalls. On arrival, set off along meadow and forest paths, reaching the canyon after a 45-minute hike. Then, opt to rest here or enter the rock chasm with your experienced guide. Head inside, and spend the next 15 minutes or so crossing the bridges and climbing each of the near-vertical metal ladders that make up the gorge. As you go, enjoy thrilling close-up views of the tumbling waters and the towering rock walls around you. After your trek, rejoin your group and choose between a 1.5-hour return route or a harder 2 to 3 hour trail, walking back through forests and glades to your vehicle. After your hike, your tour ends back at your Brașov hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
"George Barițiu" County Library, Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35, Brașov 500036, Romania Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please dress appropriately: waterproof hiking boots and clothes
- During high season - July – August - try to avoid week-ends
- Small group tour
- Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitizer. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
- When you book the rate as 1 person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you paid as solo traveler, after the tour
- Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
Reviews(70)
We had the chance to do the Seven Ladders Canyon hike with Bogdan, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our time in Romania. He is incredibly knowledgeable, knows the forest like the back of his hand, and came fully prepared for everything, including the fact that this area is home to wild bears. His experience made us feel safe, comfortable, and well taken care of the entire time. The hike itself isn't super difficult, but it's not a walk in the park either. There are ladders to climb and a moderate amount of hiking, so if you have mobility issues, it's worth talking to your guide beforehand about your limitations. The best part? We started early enough to beat the crowds. We practically had the canyon and ladders all to ourselves, and as we were leaving, lots of people were just arriving. That alone made the experience so much more enjoyable. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and if you're looking to spend half a day in nature doing something unique, this is it. We had an amazing time and would absolutely do it again. And if you can, ask for Bogdan. He's exactly the kind of guide you want by your side on this adventure. Note that there is a small fee when you get to the canyon. You can also zip line back. They only take cash. Highly recommend! 🌲🥾🇷🇴
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Your feedback not only brightens our day but also helps future travelers choose us, and we’re delighted to hear that the Seven Ladders Canyon hike was one of the highlights of your time in Romania. Bogdan will be very happy to read your kind words. His dedication to safety and his love for the forest and mountains help you feel cared for and confident during the hike. Starting early is always a great choice for this route, and we’re thrilled you could enjoy the canyon and ladders before the crowds arrived. Thank you also for mentioning the level of difficulty, the canyon entrance fee, and the cash-only details—your insights help future travelers feel prepared and appreciated. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we would be very happy to welcome you again for another adventure in Romania!
We had the chance to do the Seven Ladders Canyon hike with Bogdan, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our time in Romania. He is incredibly knowledgeable, knows the forest like the back of his hand, and came fully prepared for everything, including the fact that this area is home to wild bears. His experience made us feel safe, comfortable, and well taken care of the entire time. The hike itself isn't super difficult, but it's not a walk in the park either. There are ladders to climb and a moderate amount of hiking, so if you have mobility issues, it's worth talking to your guide beforehand about your limitations. The best part? We started early enough to beat the crowds. We practically had the canyon and ladders all to ourselves, and as we were leaving, lots of people were just arriving. That alone made the experience so much more enjoyable. The scenery is absolutely breathtaking, and if you're looking to spend half a day in nature doing something unique, this is it. We had an amazing time and would absolutely do it again. And if you can, ask for Bogdan. He's exactly the kind of guide you want by your side on this adventure. Highly recommended! 🌲🥾🇷🇴
Thank you so much for your amazing review, Eliana! We’re delighted to hear that the Seven Ladders Canyon hike with Bogdan became one of the highlights of your time in Romania. Your kind words about the experience truly mean a lot to us. Bogdan will be very happy to know that his knowledge, preparation, and care helped you feel safe and comfortable throughout the hike. Starting early really does make the experience special, and we’re so glad you had the chance to enjoy the canyon and ladders before the crowds arrived. Thank you as well for mentioning the moderate nature of the hike and the ladders. Your insights are very helpful to future travelers deciding whether this adventure is right for them, and we appreciate your input. It was a pleasure to have you with us, and we’d be very happy to welcome you again for another hike in Romania! We look forward to seeing you on another adventure soon.
Had the best hike! The guide was very experienced and told us a lot about the romanian wildlife. We avoided the biggest tourist crowds by starting our hike early and it was deffinitely worth it. I recommend booking the hike straight from Active Travel. We became quite a small group but the hike wasn't cancelled and we had the best time with our small team.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Niina! We’re very happy to hear that you had the best hike with us in 7 Ladders Canyon. Starting early really does make the experience more peaceful, and we’re glad you enjoyed the views, the wildlife stories, and the small-group atmosphere. We never want a beautiful hike to feel rushed or overcrowded, so it’s great to know that this made the day special for you. Thank you also for recommending booking directly with Active Travel. It means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Romania!
Highly recommend this trip we had a fantastic time. The canyon was awesome well worth a visit. Once we had gotten through it we were offered a few ways to get back easy medium hard. It was explained Hard would get us to a fantastic view which we did and it was incredible. It was a lot of hard work to get there but well worth it. As good as the views and experience was our guide. Bogdan was fantastic a top guy and genuine person. We had great conversations during the walk and he was also attentive to ensure we were okay. The reason we waited to write this review was Bogdan was really helpful in giving us food and drink suggestions to which we visited all of them and tried to try all the things he mentioned there were no misses they were all great. If you book this trip try and ask for Bogdan you won’t be disappointed his passion for the area is unmatched and you will learn a lot. Thank you again Bogdan
Thank you so much for your detailed and positive review, Nathaniel! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring the 7 Ladders Canyon and that the harder route rewarded you with those incredible views. Your feedback truly helps us improve and inspires us to create memorable experiences. Bogdan will be very happy to read your kind words. His love for sharing local stories and recommendations aims to inspire your next adventure and deepen your connection with the area. We’re especially glad his food and drink suggestions helped you enjoy Brașov even more after the hike! Thank you again for choosing Active Travel and for recommending both the trip and Bogdan so warmly. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable experiences in Romania and exploring new adventures together!
Great hike through the canyon. Isti was also a great guide and very knowledgable.
Thank you so much for your kind review, Philipp! We’re very happy you enjoyed the hike through 7 Ladders Canyon. Isti will be delighted to hear your words — he always loves sharing his knowledge and making the experience memorable. Hope to see you again in Romania for another adventure!
We had an amazing time Bogdan was very knowledgeable about the area. The canyon was amazing to look at. Bogdan offered us a variety of options when it came to the rest of the hike we opted for the harder option to get to the top of one of the cliffs it was a hard trek but well worth the view it was amazing.
Thank you so much for your brilliant review, Nathaniel! We’re delighted to hear you had an amazing time exploring the 7 Ladders Canyon with Bogdan. It’s great that you chose the more challenging hiking option and found the view from the top so rewarding. Bogdan will be very happy to know his knowledge and guidance helped make your day special. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Romania!
I had a great morning with Alex and Dan on this short hike along the seven ladders canyon. We had a small group of 4 and could take breaks as necessary. Remember to bring cash for the admission to the actual canyon itself (25 RON at the time of writing). Pickup from the hotel was prompt and communication was good via WhatsApp! Would absolutely do another hike with them in future when I visit Transylvania again.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience, Andy! 😊 I’m glad to hear you had such a positive hike with Alex and Dan — and that the small group size allowed you to go at your own pace. It’s helpful that you mentioned the 25 RON entrance fee for the canyon and that pickup was prompt. That kind of detail really helps others plan. We’d be thrilled to have you back for another hike in Transylvania the next time you visit — there’s always more to explore in these beautiful mountains! Safe travels until then!
Did the 7 ladders canyon trip on Wednesday. The guide Tiberiu was absolutely fantastic. The whole trip was amazing and Tiberiu looked after the group expertly. The actual hike through the canyon is amazing and there was nothing that could have been done to make the experience any better. Would highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear you had an amazing time exploring the 7 Ladders Canyon with Tiberiu. He's a fantastic guide who truly cares about making every trip special, and we're glad you felt well looked after. The canyon is such a unique place, and it’s great to know the experience lived up to your expectations. Thanks again for the recommendation — we hope to see you back for another adventure soon! 😊⛰️
Dan was a great guide, easy to get along with and able to answer all the questions, despite us getting rained on for most of the walk. The canyon itself and the walk in is lovely - don't forget some cash for the canyon entry fee (20 Lei pp when I went)
Thank you so much for your lovely review, Nicholas! 😊 We're really glad you enjoyed the experience at the 7 Ladders Canyon, even with a bit of rain along the way. Dan will be happy to hear your kind words—he always does his best to make each trip memorable. And great tip about the canyon entry fee—super helpful for future travelers. Hope to see you again on another adventure from Brașov! 🌲👣
Can be strenuous and challenging but you will have an option to choose from different trails:shorter or longer. If you are fit and regular hiker you will enjoy it a lot, beautiful scenery. Local guide is very knowledgeable.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Irina! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and appreciated the flexibility of having different trail options to match your fitness level. Our goal is to make the experience enjoyable for both seasoned hikers and those looking for a more relaxed pace. We're also glad you found the local guide knowledgeable—it’s always great to know their expertise adds value to the journey. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
