Outdoor Activities in USA

Conquer your fears with a visit to West Yellowstone's Aerial Adventure Park. Suspended almost 50 feet (15 meters) in the air, zoom down more than 1,000 feet of cable over the course of four ziplines. Challenge yourself with 49 different ropes course and get in-and-out privileges to the park, so you can explore at your own pace.

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring over the top of Las Vegas on the motorized VooDoo ZipLine at the Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino. With this single-ride ticket, soar up to 33 miles per hour at more than 500 feet off the ground in a comfortable, 2-seat chair. Take off from VooDoo Lounge, located on top of Rio's 50-story Masquerade tower, and travel 800 feet to the Ipanema tower - with a 360-degree, open-air view of the Las Vegas Strip along the way. Then make the return trip facing backwards.

Enjoy a full-day exploring Yellowstone National Park on a small-group guided tour from the comfort of an enclosed, air-conditioned vehicle. Stops include Old Faithful, the Lower Falls of Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and several opportunities to observe the diverse wildlife of these national parks. Riding along with a naturalist guide, you'll spend the morning searching for bears, wolves, elk, moose, and bison, and continue the tour at famous Yellowstone landmarks. Your professional guide will explain the park's history, ecology and geology throughout the day. Since this small group tour has an 11-person maximum, you're ensured a personalized Yellowstone experience.

Explore the lush Hamakua Coast on a full-day trip from Kona, including the stunning Waipio Valley overlook. Browse tropical produce at Hilo’s vibrant farmers’ market, and visit the sheltered Onomea Bay. Discover Hawaii’s extraordinary plants at a botanical garden, then spot native orchids as you walk to a waterfall surrounded by dense forest. Watch the earth drop away beneath you at the edge of the Waipio Valley, and experience the Big Island’s wilderness and serenity before returning to Kona.

Explore the stunning trails of Yosemite National Park on this guided hiking excursion. Select a specific hike for your skill level, with options ranging from beginner to strenuous, and enjoy the views from Glacier Point, Sentinel Dome, El Capitan, Half Dome and more. Immerse yourself in the natural wonders of this renowned landscape as you hike in the fresh air. An experienced guide will provide insightful commentary along the way.

Follow a hiking trail into the scenic Black Canyon, discover the wild scenery of the Mojave Desert and slip into a backcountry hot springs on a 6-hour day trip from Las Vegas. Go deep into the rugged canyon to see ancient petroglyphs left by the Mohave and Paiute tribes, then watch the rock face fade from red to white as you take in sweeping views of the Colorado River. Enjoy lunch and a steaming bath before walking back to the trailhead and returning to your Las Vegas hotel.

Tour the lower loop of Yellowstone National Park with an expert guide on this all-day tour. Visit popular sites like Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Lake Yellowstone, and more. Stop for an included lunch and many photo ops throughout the day. As you travel through the park, keep your eyes open for bears, elk, and bison that are commonly spotted in the area.

The Turnagain Arm boasts abundant Alaskan wildlife within easy access of the city of Anchorage. Learn about the local ecosystem from a guide with extensive knowledge about the area as you drive down the peninsula, with opportunities to spot wild animals in their natural environment as you go. A visit to the animals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and a drive past the glaciers on Portage Glacier Road are also included in this 4.5-hour tour.

Feel the adrenaline rush of soaring from the top of Oahu's longest ziplines on this guided, 3-hour tour. Start with a 10-minute, 2-mile ATV ride to the top of a mountain. Then enjoy spectacular panoramic ocean and mountain views of Oahu's famous North Shore from long, high and extra-quiet ziplines ranging from 500 to 2,400 feet. Along the way, encounter rappels, sky bridges, scenic boardwalks and a couple surprises for some fun activities that challenge in a safe and controlled way. All the necessary equipment is included.

While Yosemite is at its most popular during the warm summer months, the beloved National Park is equally in the winter months, with fewer crowds and beautiful snowfall on many of the valley's surrounding peaks. Withthis customizable winter tour, you'll get to experience Yosemite in a way that interests you, with a wide option of activities running from hikes to museum tours.

This 12-hour comprehensive tour from Jackson gives you the opportunity to see the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and Old Faithful in a single day. Travel around the entire Lower Loop, where you'll encounter wildlife, geothermal activity, and dense forest. Visit Hayden Valley, Fountain Paint Pots, West Thumb Geyser Basin, and Moose Falls. Breakfast, lunch, and round-trip hotel transportation included.

Experience winter in Yellowstone National Park on a full-day snowmobile tour from Jackson Hole. You'll cover about 90 miles (145km) on your round-trip journey by snowmobile, and have the chance to see the Old Faithful geyser and other geothermal wonders, native wildlife of Wyoming, vast tracts of snow-covered forest, and landmarks like Moose Falls, West Thumb geyser basin, and Fountain Paint Pots. Includes hot breakfast, lunch, snowmobiling gear and guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Jackson Hole and Teton Village.

See three of Hawaii's most massive volcanoes during this Hawaii Volcanoes National Park tour. First get the chance to see Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa at Mauna State Park. Then, head to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to see Kilauea, and if possible at the time, walk its summit. Your guide leads you on moderate hikes under two miles (3.2 kilometers). This Hawaiian volcanoes tour also includes both lunch and a picnic-style dinner, as well as round-trip transport from Kona.

Don't let the weather prevent you from seeing the best of Yellowstone National Park. This snowcoach tour takes you to the famous Old Faithful geyser as well as other natural attractions like Moose Falls and Fountain Paint Pots, all in the comfort of a rugged snow-ready vehicle. A hot breakfast and lunch are included.

Spend the morning exploring Hawaii Volcanoes National park, where you tour Kilauea, an active volcano. Learn about the island's most active volcano, and steam rising from its volcanic vents. After a picnic lunch (provided) continue on through Hilo along the coast to Umauma Falls where your biplane adventure begins. Take four thrilling turns gliding across the zip-lines over the river and waterfalls as you take in panoramic views of the mountains and ocean around you. Please see restrictions and requirements for zip-line participants.

Spend the day immersed in nature on a full-day hiking tour of Yosemite National Park. See the dramatic slopes of Half Dome and North Dome, experience the force of Yosemite Falls, and hike a variety trails to see Mirror Lake, and Spider Caves. Opt for a tour of an old Pioneer village and cemetery if you want. Guides carry water purification and first aid equipment and all profits form this tour support Yosemite youth summer camp programs.

On the outskirts of Vegas, once the neon lights fade and the sound of traffic is replaced by the rush of the wind, the Valley of Fire is a geologic wonder that's best explored on two feet. On this Valley of Fire hiking excursion, marvel at Native American petroglyphs that are believed to be 3,000 years old, and enjoy the multihued desert scenery in Nevada's oldest state park. You'll also pass Lake Mead and the Moapa Indian Reservation. This small group tour lasts either 4, 5, or 6 hours - depending on the difficulty of hike you choose.

Experience the Big Island's lush Hamakua Coast on this all-day 4x4 adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, catch amazing views of two volcanoes - Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea - and Hilo's Rainbow Falls. Enjoy a delicious complimentary lunch and marvel at towering Akaka Falls before hopping in an off-road vehicle and exploring the magical scenery of Waipio Valley.

Explore the natural beauty of Kauai on a 5-hour tour that combines a lovely kayaking trip with an moderately easy hike to Uluwehi Falls, also known as Secret Falls. Your experienced guide provides a paddling lesson and guided kayak tour in the Wailua River Valley, following gorgeous waterways through the lush Kauai landscape. Then hop out of your kayaks and take a 45-minute hike to Secret Falls where you can cool off in the clear waters before returning to the Wailua marina the way you came.

Steer a buggy through the unusual red rock formations of the Valley of Fire during this full-day tour from Las Vegas. Following a local adventure guide, take an easy and smooth ride for 3.5 hours through the stunning desert landscape in a safe buggy that seats 2 people. Round-trip transportation, safety equipment and lunch are included.