There are now more than 2,200 national parks around the world. Some of them are truly worth a visit. We've selected the most beautiful ones for you:
Serengeti National Park, Mara – Tanzania
Let’s start in Africa. The Serengeti National Park is a dream for wildlife lovers. Covering around 14,750 square kilometers, it offers guided safari tours or the option to explore on your own. Throughout the year, you can spot animals like leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and many other creatures.
Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Next up is South Africa. Here you'll find the Kruger National Park. What makes it special is the chance to see the “Big Five”: lions, elephants, buffaloes, rhinos, and leopards. Tours are available, or you can explore independently.
Yosemite National Park, California, USA
This U.S. national park has existed since 1890. You can admire ancient giant sequoias or redwoods here. In summer, enjoy the sunshine, and in winter, go skiing in the mountains. Amazing, right?
Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona, USA
One of the most famous national parks in the U.S., the Grand Canyon was carved by the Colorado River over millions of years into a 450-kilometer-long gorge. In addition to breathtaking views, the park offers activities like helicopter tours and rafting.
Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
With its lakes, forests, and meadows, this park offers a stunning and picturesque landscape. Founded in 1885, it is the third oldest national park in the world. In 1984, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in the Canadian Rockies, Banff is rightly considered one of the most beautiful national parks in the world.
Galápagos National Park, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
The Galápagos National Park on the Galápagos Islands features a unique wildlife and is one of the most protected nature reserves in the world. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. In addition to the famous Galápagos tortoises, you can observe many bird and reptile species, mammals, and fish.
Kakadu National Park, Australia
This park offers breathtaking landscapes and more than 1,700 plant species, along with a wide variety of animals. Nearly 60 mammal species, including kangaroos and water buffaloes, live here. Interesting fact: half of the park is owned by the Aboriginal people, the indigenous inhabitants of Australia.
Gobi Gurvan Saikhan, Mongolia
This park includes three mountain ranges and is a vast natural area consisting of the Gobi Desert, steppe and mountain landscapes, and even icy regions. You’ll encounter a completely different wildlife here, including argali (giant wild sheep), rare snow leopards, bearded vultures, and endangered wild camels. Visitors can also see traditional Mongolian yurts used by the local population.