Outstanding scenery and hiking in truly stunning US National Parks 5 National Parks, each with something different to offer, but all share magnificent natural beauty. Our leader Jeff was also outstanding and his knowledge of not only each park, but the US in general and it’s nature and history added to the whole experience. Jeff was able to get us away from the crowds (walk more than half a mile from car parks and suddenly you feel you have escaped the crowds and your experience changes for the better). Going in early September was perfect as it was glorious weather. We enjoyed beautiful sunrises and sunsets, both easy walks and more challenging walks and a memorable barbecue under the stars, with our Navajo guide, in the less visited areas of Monument Valley with its glorious red rocks and silence as you’re far away from people and traffic. Returning to the brashness and noise of Las Vegas at the end of the trip to fly home was a shock to the senses and made you appreciate the sense of escape you have on the National Park treks even more!
I have never been to Yellowstone Park and it was amazing! There were thermal features around every corner and the vistas were breathtaking. We saw bison (more than you could count), elk, mule deer and even a fight between a grizzly bear and a wolf over a bison carcass. However, the best part of the trip were our guides, Katie, Heather and Jessi. They were friendly, competent, knowledgeable and worked well together as a team. They were the ones who made the trip so special.
Great tour with a fantastic guide Trip was extremely well organised with a good balance of activities and free time. The guide, Marc, was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The trip ran well and the group was lovely - would recommend it! The local guide, Julie, was excellent too!