NATIONAL PARK TOURING
The tours worth booking.
The 15 national park tours travellers rate highest in the USA, from the Grand Canyon, Zion and Bryce to Yosemite, the Rockies, the Tetons and the Smokies. Where to go, what to book, and which town to base yourself in.
Airboat through Everglades sawgrass for gators, turtles, and birds, then a wildlife show plus Jaws the gator photo and snacks.
Most Popular“Great way yo see the national park from a different perspective. Guide gave clear instructions and pointed out wildlife along the way.”
Yosemite day tour from San Francisco with early entry, Tunnel View, valley stops, and a Tuolumne Grove sequoia hike.
“Was a good trip, but took a little bit long. The tour operator was not very punctual about times for the activities. .”
Denver day trip to Rocky Mountain National Park for wildlife, scenic stops, and easy stops like Lily Lake and Estes Park.
“Our guide, Jerry S., was fantastic, kind, knowledgeable, and a very safe driver. He shared so many interesting facts about the park and surrounding areas, which made the trip even more enjoyable. The scenery was breathtaking, and Jerry’s friendly personality kept the group engaged the entire day. I accidentally left my hat on the minibus,…”
Full-day Mt. Rainier highlights tour from Seattle with narrated stops at waterfalls, Longmire, and Paradise plus photo hikes and optional snowshoeing.
“Amazing experience! The Mount Rainier tour was absolutely stunning from start to finish. Our guide, Cory, was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the whole trip even more enjoyable. Highly recommend!”
South Rim day trip from Las Vegas with hotel pickup, guide commentary, Route 66 stops, and 3 hours at the Grand Canyon. Breakfast/lunch options.
“First, the Grand Canyon never disappoints, but beyond the canyon, Robert, our tour guide, made the whole trip enjoyable! We were provided with several very good choices when preordering our breakfast and lunch the day prior to the trip (yummy). Robert provided narrative along the way of many interesting facts…but he did not talk the…”
A 6-hour Big Island shore day with Volcanoes National Park highlights, a lava tube walk, and Richardson black sand turtles.
“Great places to see- black sand beaches, and the volcanoes are absolutely amazing! Our tour guide Jess was really good- lots of info and background. She admits that she is a volcano nerd- so was just perfect for this excursion! Filled us in on the drive from the different sights. Highly recommend!”
See Devil's Den, Little Round Top, and Pickett's charge on a 2-hour guided bus tour with a National Park guide in Gettysburg.
“Great driver and guide! Clean bus. Safe transportation. Enjoyable tour! I would recommend to family and friends. I learned a lot from the guide!”
A 4x4 Arches National Park adventure from Moab with off-road access, optional hikes, and dinosaur fossil stops, plus pickup and water.
“It rained today, we were discouraged about our excursion, but our NAVTECH guide saved the day. We explored a combination the back country and the iconic sites in Arches. Saw waterfalls, rare occasion in this dry area, got to stand under an arch (Eye of the Whale) and a great overview of the geology, history…”
Grand Canyon South Rim day trip from Las Vegas with early pickup, park entry, lunch and WiFi, plus Mather Point and Bright Angel views.
“My take: the Grand Canyon is magnificent. The guide was ok. But if a company [tour operator and Viator] are not going to provide a customer with accurate information, if both the tour operator and Viator are going to point fingers at each other but they'll happily take your money, you should take your money…”
A narrated bus tour that hits Cadillac Mountain, Thunder Hole, and Sieur de Monts Spring with fast stops and zero driving.
“The bus arrived on time. Our driver was very friendly and informative. We do wish there were longer stops along the way, but we enjoyed the stops we got to make.”
Early San Francisco pickup, Yosemite Valley time, iconic cliffs, and a weather-permitting Giant Sequoias hike. A full-day value at $219.
“I enjoyed the trip so much, pictures can’t really define the beauty of the natures.”
From Seward, a 6-hour Kenai Fjords cruise for glacier calving and wildlife viewing, with narration, binoculars, and lunch included.
“Outstanding staff. Wonderful vessel comfortable and perfect size. Great amenities. Very informative staff. Incredible views and wildlife. No rush!!!”
4WD Canyonlands half-day from Moab: Island in the Sky, White Rim roads, Gooseneck Overlook, Pueblo rock art, and Musselman Arch.
“I would rate our experience with 10 stars if possible. Our trip with Annie through Canyonlands and its back country was absolutely phenomenal. We did not expect the level of adventure we got and it was a very pleasant surprise. Annie is an extremely experienced driver and made our journey so fun and she was…”
Warm Kenai Fjords cruise from Seward for whales, seals, tidewater calving glaciers, and seabird rookeries, with included lunch.
“Crew were fantastic and very helpful. Dress for weather and in open waters, the ride can be rough. Saw a fantastic glacier and lots of Orcas.”
Small-group Olympic National Park day trip from Seattle with a naturalist guide, ferry ride, seasonal hikes, picnic lunch, and gear included.
“Matthew was very knowledgeable and kind. We learned so much during our excursion. Such a beautiful experience encompassed by nature and experiences that will never be forgotten. The biggest takeaway how nature is balanced by the simplest things. I want to come back soon and repeat this tour. Thank you”
Every park worth the trip, country by country.
