Vast, beautiful and untamed, Yellowstone's rugged wilderness ignites the imagination like no other national park. Llama trekking, wolf-watching, and geyser gazing are just a few of the out-of-the-ordinary activities that await you in this mesmerizing program that gives you a ringside seat for geothermal wonders and up-close looks at the diversity of wildlife that gave Yellowstone the nickname, America's Serengeti. Bonus Program: Grand Teton - Grand Teton National Park is a geological wonder and hiker's paradise. Home to nearly 400 species of wildlife, it is one of the best parks to see animals. Its landscape is an irresistible lure for thrill seekers. In this exhilarating program, you will climb a sheer cliff wall, raft a raging river, visit an avalanche lab, spend a day with a fearless search and rescue team, hang your Stetson at a working dude ranch, and rough it in style at posh retreats.
Each year millions of people from around the world visit America's National Parks lured by images of lands of wonder beyond expression. This exhilarating program discovers the very best places to gaze at geysers, spot wildlife, mountain climb, spelunk, walk in the water, and even tie the knot! National Parks featured in this program include: Acadia in Maine, Capitol Reef in Utah, Crater Lake in Oregon, Death Valley in California, Denali in Alaska, Everglades in Florida, Glacier in Montana, Grand Canyon in Arizona, Grand Teton in Wyoming, Haleakala in Hawaii, Hawaii Volcanoes in Hawaii, Mammoth Cave in Kentucky, Mt. Rainier in Washington, Yellowstone in Wyoming, Yosemite in California, and Zion in Utah.
Experience Yosemite's awe-inspiring wonders in breathtaking Blu-ray, including such icons as the granite monoliths El Capitan and Half Dome, and the spectacular Bridal Veil and Yosemite Falls. Learn about Yosemite's fascinating history as the first land set aside for preservation. From a staggering array of wildlife to its sweeping landscape that inspired John Muir and photographer Ansel Adams, you will discover why Yosemite is called one of America's Crown Jewels.
Discover whales off the coastline, baby seals, and a garden short of Eden in Canada's most western Province.
Explore a region famed for its hot springs, back-country treks, and fantastic array of wildlife. It is not all rugged wilderness, as you will be treated to elegant dining, and chateaux retreats. 'Getting there' is an experience in itself, with train rides aboard the Rocky Mountaineer, scenic drives along the Continental Divide, and Snocoach rides across treacherous ice fields.
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Meet up with a search and rescue team, see a dude ranch, and experience a Yellowstone connection to Grand Teton National Park.
Experience the grandeur and supreme spectacle of the Grand Canyon. This insider's view of one of the world's natural wonders takes you rim-to-rim to hike hidden canyons, plunge into ancient pools, raft world-class white water, discover man-made gems and explore extreme backcountry.
Mount Rushmore stands unrivaled in the world, a sky-high tribute to the heroes and ideals that shaped America. This stirring program features rare footage that chronicles its monumental construction. This iconic treasure is just one of the wonders to be found in the Black Hills, a region rich in history and majesty.
There's always something to experience in a National Park and there's no exception in the winter. See why you should be planning your next trip through the snow!
From Canyonlands and Arches to Saguaro and Death Valley, the wonders of the American Southwest spread across extreme lands of astonishing beauty. Along the way, you will meet some of the Southwest's hardiest inhabitants, from rattlers to Gila Monsters.
It takes a lot to make the National Parks as great as they are. Come see the activity behind the scenes in ways you would never expect.
Combining stunning scenery and the romance of the rails, this is your ticket to high adventure! From the elegance of the American Orient Express to the restored glory of the Grand Canyon Railway, recapture a bygone era of travel aboard six classic railroads, including the Empire Builder to Glacier National Park, the Denali Star to Denali National Park, and the Coast Starlight to Mount Rainier National Park.
Experience luxurious getaways and rustic National Park retreats that are almost as celebrated as the wondrous landscapes that surround them. The massive rock fireplace in Yellowstone's Old Faithful Inn, the secluded splendor of Yosemite's Ahwahnee Hotel, and the natural warm springs pool at Death Valley's Furnace Creek Inn are just some of the gems you will find off the beaten path.
Get a touch of the tundra in Alaska's Denali National Park, a land as rugged as it is magnificent. Whether you explore Denali by bus, hike or camp out in the back-country, or take on Mt. McKinley, the highest mountain in North America, surprises await you at every turn. Breathtaking Blu-ray is the best way to experience Denali's spectacular scenery as you ride the Denali Star train, meet the sled dogs of Denali at the Kennels, and take a discovery hike into untamed wilderness much as the first explorers did.
Discover the many ways to experience high adventure in the land of shining mountains. Take an unforgettable hike along the Highline Trail, raft a wild river or travel by train aboard the renowned Empire Builder. Behold massive glaciers, and get close (but not too close!) to bears. Then, kick back at a high altitude chalet.
Hawaii Volcanoes and Haleakala National Parks are two of the most extraordinary places on the planet. Witness molten lava bubbling from the earth, catch an awe-inspiring sunrise above the clouds, and take a dip into pools of paradise. Fabulous beaches and romantic coastal drives further reveal the astounding contrasts of this lush land.
In this land made famous by Georgia O Keeffe, you ll discover the secrets of the Southwest along famous Route 66 and the Grand Circle, an area that boasts the highest concentration of national parks in the country, including the grandest canyon of them all. Discover how Monument Valley in Utah and Gallup in New Mexico became cinematic locations, jet-ski in the brilliant blue waters of Lake Powell, and explore the spirit of the Navajo in Canyon de Chelly.
By foot, shuttle, and horseback, this program gives you access to the scenic and geological wonders of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. In Zion, embark on a breathtaking ascent of Angel s Landing. In Bryce Canyon, climb sheer cliff walls, tube down the Virgin River, and gaze upon thousands of beautiful and bizarre rock spires known as hoodoos.
From grizzly bears of Katmai National Park in Alaska to rattlesnakes of Montezuma's Castle in Arizona, take a walk on the wildest side of America's National Parks. By land, sea and sky, this fascinating program crisscrosses parklands to get up close to creatures of all shapes and sizes, including the pronghorn, one of the fastest land mammals. Dedicated national park workers also reveal what it takes to nurture generation after generation of these magnificent creatures.
Fire, ice, water, and time make up the wonders of America's National Parks. This is too amazing to miss!