National Parks

National parks are formed to protect biospheres and preserve flora and fauna. Many of the nature reserves are so significant towards protecting environment that they have been declared UNESCO world heritage sites. These natural parks are locations of exciting safaris and thrilling hiking trails. From the drudgery of city life, these nature reserves provide much needed refreshment with their greenery and wilderness.

Many of the nature reserves are exploratory on foot or mountain bikes, but most are best discovered in vehicles. Some of these national parks allow fishing and camping which make vacations more exciting.

National Parks in Africa

Africa is synonymous with 'African safaris'. Travelers heading for Africa look forward to viewing the big cats, pachyderms, and ungulates from close quarters. Safaris in Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, Nairobi National Park in Kenya, Katonga Wildlife Preserve in Uganda, Makgadikgadi Pans National Park in Botswana, and Kruger National Park in South Africa are outstanding places for big game viewing.

In addition to animal watching, certain natural reserves are remarkable for their topography. Victoria Falls National Park in Zimbabwe is the gateway to the incredible falls along the river Zambezi, Mount Kenya National Park in Kenya is the home of the largest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro National Park in Tanzania is famous for its distinctive table-top mountain, and Fish River Canyon National Park in Namibia is renowned for its rugged terrains.

National Parks in North America

Some national parks in the North American continent are famous for their wildlife, while others are better known for their stupendous rock formations. Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies is featured by forest, glaciers, meadows and an endemic wildlife. Jasper National Park in Canada is an enthralling activity destination.

In United States the Zion National Park with its narrow ledges, deep canyons and hanging gardens is inhabited by mountain lions, ring tailed cats and mule deer. In Denali National Park in Alaska you get the opportunity of meeting the grizzly and the moose. It is an outstanding location for camping, biking and hiking in the summer months. The Yellowstone National Park is stunning with its mountains, geysers, and varied wildlife.

National Parks in South America

The notable national parks of South America include Cotopaxi National Park in Ecuador, Galapagos Islands off Ecuador coast, Torres del Paine in Chile, Pantanal in Brazil, Bolivia and Paraguay, Manu National Park in Peru, and Foz do Iguazu in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

National Parks of Europe

Teide National Park in Spain, Swiss national Park in Switzerland, Pollino National Park in Italy, North York Moors National Park in Britain, Mercantour National Park in France, and Hardangervidda National park in Norway are the noteworthy nature reserves in Europe.