Travel through the United States through 8 national parks

Most of the time, when we imagine a great forest of gigantic, lush trees, we are reminded of some iconic movie scenes filmed in some of the most beautiful natural settings in the world: the national parks of the United States. 

This country is home to a total of 58 national parks that are visited each year by more than 330 million people. Join us on a journey through eight of the best national parks in the United States.

YOSEMITE, the park with the tallest trees in the world

Yosemite National Park has such a diversity of plants and animals that it is considered one of the largest natural habitats in the USA. Located in the state of California, 320 km east of San Francisco, it was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984 and is known worldwide for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, crystalline rivers, and giant sequoia forests, which can reach more than 70 meters in height, and its great biological diversity. Visitors can explore a total of more than 1,600 kilometers of trails and 500 kilometers of scenic roads.

Yosemite is a true paradise for lovers of hiking and trekking, and the ideal place to spend a few days of family adventure surrounded by spectacular natural scenery and staying in exclusive glamping or luxury villas.

YELLOWSTONE, in the footsteps of Yogi Bear

This impressive park, which was founded in 1872 and is the oldest in the country, covers an area of 9,000 km2 and is home to rivers, lakes, canyons, volcanoes, and more than half of the world's geysers. Most of the park is located in the state of Wyoming, but its lands extend into Montana and Idaho. UNESCO named it a National World Heritage Site in 1978, and its ecosystem has the largest megafauna in the U.S. (excluding Alaska and Hawaii).

Without a doubt, it is a great place to visit with the family, where you can choose from activities such as climbing, trekking, fishing, snowmobiling, glamping, and trying to find the famous Yogi Bear, one of its most famous fictional residents.

JOSHUA TREE, the park of biblical trees

Another National Park in the United States is named after the famous Joshua Tree. Located south of Los Angeles, it is characterized by arid and desert landscapes, and of course, by its famous trees. It seems that it was a group of Mormons who first came across this tree in the Mojave Desert after crossing the Colorado River.

Its peculiar shape reminded them of the figure of the biblical patriarch Joshua asking for God's help with his hands raised to heaven. Many years later, it was the Irish group U2 who made this species famous thanks to the name of one of their musical albums.

In this park, you can see specimens up to thirteen meters tall and up to 200 years old. We recommend that you make this place your own desert and travel freely by motorcycle as if you were the protagonist of an adventure movie.

You can stay for a few days in the exclusive "Invisible House": a geometric structure of minimalist architecture that resembles a 22-story horizontal skyscraper, fully integrated in the middle of this magical desert environment.

EVERGLADES, between mangroves and crocodiles

This U.S. national park is located in southern Florida and is characterized by a unique wetland ecosystem in the world. Also known as the "river of grass" it was declared a World Biosphere Reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Among all the activities that can be done, a tour of its canals aboard a hovercraft is a must to see crocodiles up close, alligators, manatees, and snapping turtles that live among a rich ecosystem of mangroves, reed swamps, and pines.

KATMAI, the kingdom of the grizzly bears

This trip will surprise you with the landscapes and breathtaking nature of Katmai National Park and Preserve, located in southern Alaska, known as the "valley of ten thousand fumaroles" and inhabited by grizzly bears.

This area is home to the largest concentration of grizzly bears in the world. You can see them in the river enjoying and socializing while they engage, just like you might, in salmon fishing, a battle in which size does not guarantee victory. The wild salmon is a fish with a cyclical life that plays a fundamental role in the survival of the Alaskan ecosystem. The fauna and flora of this area depend on the annual migration of wild salmon to their rivers of birth to survive. The best fishing season is from late May through September when the salmon return to the river.

An important part of Alaska's magic is the aurora borealis, which can be seen from late August to late April. There are remote and privileged places from which you can observe this wonderful natural phenomenon. Whether in an igloo with all the comforts of a luxury hotel and a transparent roof where it is possible to contemplate the natural magic from your bed, or a hexagonal chalet at an altitude of 1,800 meters, overlooking the top of Denali, the highest mountain in North America.

GRAND CANYON, a helicopter view

In 2019, Arizona's Grand Canyon celebrated its first century as a national park. With nearly six million visitors, it is one of the most visited parks for its spectacular rocky landscape.

It is imposing whether you tour it on foot, by bike, or even by helicopter. There are numerous glass viewpoints from which you can contemplate the nature and original landscape of this park, which leave everyone shocked.

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, the park of Millennial glaciers

Located on the border between Montana and Alberta, this national park occupies a region formed by 25 glaciers dating back thousands of years, 762 lakes, and 175 mountains. It is an ideal place to connect with the most authentic nature of the entire continent while hiking, trekking, paddling, and fishing in the summer, and skiing and ice wall climbing in the winter. 

ROCKY MOUNTAIN, America's highest mountains

This national park is located in the state of Colorado and has some of the highest mountains in the United States. Its landscapes include tundra, lakes, and forested valleys.

The Rocky Mountains are home to 280 species of birds, 142 species of butterflies, and over 60 species of mammals, including grizzly bears, grizzly wolves, and lynx. It is said that "Iconic summer storms and persistent winter winds are among the forces that continue to shape this majestic landscape", unique in the world.