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📍  Bielaviežskaja pušča National Park

✈️  Brest Airport (BQT)

🚗  70.4 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 14 minutes

Bielaviežskaja pušča National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a primeval forest renowned for its European bison. The park is generally accessible by car or bus from nearby cities, with well-marked trails for walking and cycling within. While some areas can be explored independently, a guided tour is highly recommended for deeper insights into its ecology, history, and for better chances of wildlife viewing, with some areas requiring a guide. The park is open year-round, offering distinct beauty in each season (e.g., winter for bison spotting, autumn for foliage), though some activities might be weather-dependent. A typical visit duration is a full day (6-8 hours) to cover the main attractions like the Museum of Nature, bison enclosure, and Ded Moroz's Estate. Costs are moderate, encompassing entrance fees plus separate charges for specific attractions or guided excursions, usually paid in Belarusian Rubles.