Large numbers of elephants, black rhinoceroses, cheetahs, giraffes, hippopotamuses and crocodiles live in this immense sanctuary, which measures 50,000 km2 and is relatively undisturbed by human impact. The park has a variety of vegetation zones, ranging from dense thickets to…
The vast natural forest of Yellowstone National Park covers nearly 9,000 km2
Carved out by the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon (nearly 1,500 m deep) is the most spectacular gorge in the world. Located in the state of Arizona, it cuts across the Grand Canyon National Park. Its horizontal strata retrace the…
This site at the southern tip of Florida has been called 'a river of grass flowing imperceptibly from the hinterland into the sea'. The exceptional variety of its water habitats has made it a sanctuary for a large number of…
Redwood National Park comprises a region of coastal mountains bordering the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco. It is covered with a magnificent forest of coastal redwood trees, the tallest and most impressive trees in the world. The marine and…
Mammoth Cave National Park, located in the state of Kentucky, has the world's largest network of natural caves and underground passageways, which are characteristic examples of limestone formations. The park and its underground network of more than 560 surveyed km…
Located in the north-west of Washington State, Olympic National Park is renowned for the diversity of its ecosystems. Glacier-clad peaks interspersed with extensive alpine meadows are surrounded by an extensive old growth forest, among which is the best example of…
Stretching over more than 200,000 ha, this exceptionally beautiful park is home to more than 3,500 plant species, including almost as many trees (130 natural species) as in all of Europe. Many endangered animal species are also found there, including…
Nestled in the lush landscapes of southwestern Uganda, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is a haven of biodiversity and natural beauty. This UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its dense rainforests and mountain gorillas, offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore…
Yosemite National Park is a spectacular scene of towering granite cliffs, gushing waterfalls, and lush meadows, nestled in the heart of California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. One of the nation’s oldest and most famous national parks, it was created in 1890.…
Nestled along the border of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwenzori Mountains National Park is a breathtaking expanse of rugged terrain and mystical landscapes. Known as the “Mountains of the Moon,” this UNESCO World Heritage site offers a…
This site contains two of the most active volcanoes in the world, Mauna Loa (4,170 m high) and Kilauea (1,250 m high), both of which tower over the Pacific Ocean. Volcanic eruptions have created a constantly changing landscape, and the…