Nature as a transformative path to understanding life. Hi, my name is João Ferro a nature guide at the Bialowieza biosphere reserve in Poland. My role is to …
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Mar 21, 2025
I love this place. it was amazing to see all the nature. I felt like it was a nice break to see all the greenery, and i just really connected to the whole placeFull review by Leah J
Mar 18, 2025
I have just returned from a wonderful week in Bialowieza, where I was lucky to spend time in Joao's company. As a Forest guide myself, I understand the complex dynamics that it can take to host a gro…Full review by GerryO84
Sep 2, 2024
Joao is a brilliant guide; we thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Bialowieza Forest with him. His knowledge of the forest is remarkable, and he taught us so much about the wildlife, plants, and history of…Full review by Peter B
What is the location for us to book a carriage ride? We will have a car so we can drive to wherever we need to go to get a carriage ride. Can you tell us or show us where we need to go to arrange for the carriage ride?
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We also had a car and stayed in Polish town of Bialowieza. The PTJK Tourist office in that town could help you. If you stay at the Zubrowka Hotel I’m sure that could book it for you. The …
We also had a car and stayed in Polish town of Bialowieza. The PTJK Tourist office in that town could help you. If you stay at the Zubrowka Hotel I’m sure that could book it for you. The border crossing into Belarus only allows hikers and bikers. You need to apply for a visa in advance.
Visiting Poland in December, are tours conducted during that time and can you access the restriction zone at that time of year please?
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Hi, yes tours will be available, and you also can visit restricted areas. Obviously IT might be snowy and cold. I am not sure if the turist narrow rail train operates in winter.
Thanks for the information on this forest. May I know where you hired your guide from? Was it a 1-day tour? Would love to experience this beautiful place too. And recommendations and contacts for guides?
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Hi, I recommend João Ferro,. He is completely passionate by the forest and life in it and can help you with other details as traveling to there and where to stay, etc. you can schedule …
Hi, I recommend João Ferro,. He is completely passionate by the forest and life in it and can help you with other details as traveling to there and where to stay, etc. you can schedule directly with him. Search Facebook. He is from Portugal. Enjoy
Do any of the tours provide transportation? I have seen some that offer a guide who rides in your car, but I would like to visit without bringing a car.
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Yes, I think so. At the tourist office, they can inform you about that. Otherwise, try to look online for tours that provide transportation.
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