Vulture Centre Eastern Rhodopes

Nusha and her wonderful mum, Alaka, made us feel incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived. The room was clean and comfortable and, although there are no tea/coffee making facilities in the room, Nusha kindly gave us a kettle so that we could make our early morning coffee (we're very early risers). We stayed for five nights and had breakfast, a substantial packed lunch and an evening meal with a beer every day. The food is good, solid Bulgarian fare and plenty of it - you will most definitely not go hungry. We met various members of centre staff who work for the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds, all of whom spoke great English are incredibly dedicated and passionate about what they do. We had a great time sitting and chatting with them about wildlife conservation in the area and beyond. Our stay was incredibly good value for money - full board for two people cist us £320 all in. Best of all, 20% of that goes back into conservation of the birds. A truly memorable stay with wonderful people. I cannot recommend this place highly enough.

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We loved EVERYTHING about the Vulture Center. The kindness and warmth of Nusha, Boris and the other lovely people that worked there. we learned so much at the Nature Center about Vultures, the area and Bulgaria. The food was delicious. We felt as if we were coming home every evening.

Can’t think of a thing.

The location is the best you can find in the town. It is a very quiet forest area, close to the vultures observation zone and to the beach on Arda river. The room was very modern and clean, with fresh bed linen and plenty of fresh soft towels. There was a Daikin air conditioner, a mini-fridge, and a TV. Nice and clean small rugs on the floor. The bathroom was spotless - very clean and hygienic too, with good water pressure, and a lot of hot water. The food is absolutely amazing, it makes you feel as if you are at home. For dinner, we had homemade stuffed peppers with rice and minced meat and for breakfast - pancakes with white cheese and with sour cherry jam, as well as a nice espresso with milk. The staff is very friendly and cooperative, they gave us directions on how to reach the river beach and where are the best places to observe the vultures.

I wasn't able to use the Wi-Fi because the signal was very weak. Bathroom ventilation could be improved.

Spacious and comfortable room right on the river. So peaceful and a great spot for birders with the Griffon nests in the cliffs outside. The staff was very welcoming.

Nothing. Only that I wish I could stay longer.

Nusha was the perfect hostess. She helped make our stay absolutely perfect. Breakfast was delicious especially the French toast and pancakes with yummy homemade orange and cherry jams. Rooms perfect. Slept like a log! If you like peace and quiet and a beautiful location this is the place for you!

Nothing (but there are steps up to the rooms which could be a problem for those with mobility problems).

Wonderful, friendly owner. Excellent location right next to River Arda. Parking close by, good attached restaurant and lots of walking trails close by. Wish I could have stayed for longer. The perfect base for exploring the area which is rich in wildlife!