Description: This park covers an area of 7,269 km² and is famous for hosting the impressive Perito Moreno Glacier, a huge ice front that extends over Lake Argentino. Hiking, bird watching, and boat trips are popular activities. It has been featured in nature documentaries due to its stunning beauty and its importance in the study of climate change.
Description: This 1,814 km² park is famous for the imposing Torres del Paine and its diverse ecosystem that includes mountains, lakes and glaciers. Hiking, mountaineering, kayaking and bird watching are some of the activities you can do here.
Description: With an area of 720 km², this park is famous for its multicolored waterfalls, clear water lakes and snow-capped peaks. Hiking and photography are the main activities in this park.
Description: The Manu National Park, with an extensive area of 17,162 km², is one of the most biodiverse parks in the world, home to more than 1,000 species of birds and 200 species of mammals. Hiking, bird watching and wildlife observation are some of the activities you can do here.
Description: The Grand Canyon, with an area of 4,926.7 km², is a geological wonder carved by the Colorado River over millions of years. Its breathtaking views and titanic size make it a popular tourist destination. Hiking, rafting, mule rides, and helicopter tours are popular activities. It has been the setting for numerous movies and TV shows, including "Thelma & Louise" and "Transformers."
Description: This 296.85 km² park is famous for its 16 lakes interconnected by impressive waterfalls and for its rich biodiversity. The crystal clear waters offer a changing range of colors, from turquoise blue to green, gray and blue. Hiking, boat trips and visits to the caves are some of the activities that you can do here.
Description: Serengeti National Park, with an area of 14,750 km², is one of the most intact ecosystems in the African savannah and is famous for the annual migration of millions of wildebeest, zebra and gazelle. It is also home to the "Big Five" and a large number of birds. Safaris and hot air balloon rides are the main activities here. The animated film "The Lion King" was inspired by this place.
Description: This 344,400 km² park is home to the Great Barrier Reef, the largest and longest coral reef in the world, which stretches for more than 2,300 kilometers. The park is famous for its biological diversity, with thousands of species of fish, corals, mollusks, and is an important nesting site for several species of sea turtles. Popular activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, and glass-bottom boat tours. It has been the scene of several documentaries, and inspiration for animated films such as "Finding Nemo" by Pixar.
Description: This 677 km² park is known for the majestic Iguazú Falls, which consist of 275 waterfalls and waterfalls, the highest being 82 meters. The park is also home to great biodiversity, with species such as the jaguar, tapir, giant anteater, and numerous species of birds. Popular activities include hiking the trails, boating to the base of the falls, and bird watching. The falls have been featured in several movies, including "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull."
Description: Fiordland is the largest national park in New Zealand, with an area of 12,607 km². This park is known for its impressive glacier-carved fjords, waterfalls, and wildlife. Here you can find the famous Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking the famous Milford Trail, kayaking, boating, and bird watching. It has been the setting for several films, including "The Lord of the Rings".
Description: The Galapagos National Park, established in 1959 and covering an area of 7,995 km², is known for its unique wildlife, which inspired Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. The Galapagos Islands are home to unique species such as the giant Galapagos tortoises, marine iguanas, and numerous types of finches. Activities include snorkeling, hiking, wildlife viewing, and biology tours. He has appeared in numerous documentaries, including "The Galapagos Affair."
Description: Kruger, with an impressive area of 19,485 km², is one of the largest game parks in Africa and home to the "Big Five Animals of Africa": elephant, lion, rhinoceros, leopard and buffalo. Its diverse ecosystem, which ranges from savannas to forests, is also home to hundreds of other species of mammals, birds, and reptiles. Safaris, bird watching and hiking trails are some of the activities you can do here.
Description: Established in 1885, Banff is Canada's oldest national park with an area of 6,641 km². It is famous for its dramatic mountain scenery, stunning turquoise glacial lakes such as Lake Louise and Moraine, and its rich wildlife, including moose, black and grizzly bears. Visitors can enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating, fishing, and in winter skiing and snowboarding. It has been the location for several movies, including "Brokeback Mountain" and "The Edge."
Description: Yellowstone, established in 1872, was the first national park in the world. With an area of 8,991 km², it is famous for its impressive geothermal phenomena such as geysers and hot springs, especially Old Faithful Geyser. Yellowstone is also home to a rich biodiversity with more than 60 species of mammals including grizzly bears, wolves, and one of the largest herds of bison in the country. Activities include hiking, fishing, camping, and in winter cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. "2012" and "Yellowstone" are just some of the productions filmed here.
