Unique Experiences in the National Parks
Thinking about visiting a national park on your next vacation?
There are 63 national parks in the US (in 32 states and two US territories). That’s a lot to choose from!
Visiting the national parks seems easy enough until you really start planning. Where will you stay? Which park do you want to visit? What kinds of guided experiences are available? Do you need to have a guide or can you visit on your own?
There aren’t a lot of easy answers because there are many ways to experience the various parks around the country. Working with a travel advisor is the first step to making it easier to visit. We can help answer your questions and provide you with the right information so you can have the ideal National Park experience. Beyond that, we can pair you with life changing experiences and unique accommodations to make this a trip to remember.
Here are a few incredible ways you can experience the parks when you work with us...
Sleeping Under the Stars
If you love the idea of sleeping under the stars on your national park trip…but still want a touch of luxury, glamping with Under Canvas might be perfect for you (pictured below). Under Canvas offers upscale outdoor accommodations at a number of parks around the US including Glacier, Yellowstone, Moab, Acadia, the Grand Canyon, and the Smokies. Tents have optional en suite bathrooms, king-size beds and wood-burning stoves. They also have Suite tents with extra space and bedding - perfect for a family. And there are even Kids tents for the older kids who want to stay on their own. Around the tents there will be activities to join in and firepits and s’mores (the best part of camping!) for all guests.
You’ll be able to relax comfortably after a long day exploring the parks while still enjoying sleeping out in nature - Under Canvas locations are in secluded areas which will feel remote and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
If glamping isn’t your thing, there are incredible luxe accommodations available nearby the parks. In Utah, stay at Amangiri for zen-like luxury in the middle of the desert or opt for their sister property Amangani in Jackson Hole with its spacious suites and homes offering unparalleled views of the Tetons.
Unique Wildlife Experiences
We'll help you plan your visit to the park with an expert guide who can take you to the best spots to see wildlife and teach you about the park and its ecosystem along the way. This is perfect for anyone, but especially great for kids as you’ll have a better likelihood of seeing some amazing animals during your trip. Think of it as a private safari in a National Park!
If you’ve ever wanted to try fly-fishing, let us connect with you a local guide who can take you out for the day to practice your skills (and maybe bring something home)! Depending on your interests, we can pair you up with the right experience.
No matter where you go, traveling with a guide makes visiting the parks that much easier. Instead of trying to figure out all of the details on your own, let us and our partners guide you through your National Park visit - all you have to do is enjoy it!
Active Immersion
If you’re bringing your adventurous spirit to the parks, you might want to plan some more exhilarating or active adventures. Consider:
Paddle boarding in a 10,000 year old cave in Utah
Horseback riding in South Dakota’s Black Hills or visit a wild horse sanctuary
Rafting down the Colorado River
Off-roading in a Jeep through Hell’s Revenge Road in Moab
Touring Monument Valley with a fourth generation medicine man
And if you’d prefer a totally different way to experience the National Parks?
How about a rail journey that takes you through the Rocky Mountains on your way to Arches and Canyonlands in Moab?
Join a group for a walking and hiking tour of Joshua Tree or Yosemite
Bike through Acadia National Park with a group of other cycling and adventure enthusiasts
Which National Park experience is most interesting to you? Let’s connect!