National Parks Tours Around the World: 6 to Book

1.Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Catamaran Cruise w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 736 reviews · from $265 per person Our pick

From Seward, cruise Resurrection Bay into Kenai Fjords National Park aboard a fast, steady catamaran. Your captain, often Laura, Nicole, or Chris, points out whales, sea otters, puffins, sea lions, glaciers, and mountain wildlife. You get binoculars, lunch, coffee, tea, and water, with beer and cocktails available to buy.

“The trip was fantastic! Our tour saw plenty of wildlife, including seals, a Dall's porpoise, and even a whale! The glacier portion of the tour was especially memorable—being that close to a glacier is an experience I’ll never forget. Although it was early September, the guide and crew went above and beyond to spot as much wildlife as possible. Their efforts made the experience truly unforgettable. Six hours was the perfect amount of time on the water too. A few passengers got seasick when the waters became choppy, so I highly recommend taking Bonine or another seasickness remedy about an hour before departure. Overall, it was a great tour and…”

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2.Dry Tortugas National Park Day Trip by Catamaran from Key West

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 433 reviews · from $220 per person

Take the Yankee Freedom III catamaran from Key West to Dry Tortugas National Park. You’ll tour Fort Jefferson, snorkel with provided gear, explore sandy beaches and coral reefs, and enjoy breakfast and lunch aboard the boat. Guides such as Hollywood and Dan bring the fort’s story to life, while the long ride offers wide-open Gulf views.

“Nice experience. Good crew on the ferry. There certainly were no beautiful and colorful coral beds. They were grey and brown and a few fish. I expected more tropical. But glad I went to see just once.”

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3.Catamaran excursions in the Asinara island National park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 312 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $120 per person Top rated

From Stintino, Giovanni and the Buriana Charter crew take you around Asinara National Park for about eight hours. Expect several swim and snorkel stops, a visit to the former prison and animal rescue center, and a seafood lunch with wine, dessert, coffee, and a digestif. The catamaran carries no more than 12 people.

“Pese a hacer un poco de frío la experiencia fue maravillosa. Estuvieron muy atentos y fueron modificando el itinerario a nuestro gusto debido a las condiciones meteorológicas. La comida estaba deliciosa, es increíble como se puede hacer algo tan bueno en un barco. Acabamos con las reservas de vino y eso que había 7 botellas. Mil gracias por la experiencia y sin duda lo recomiendo al 100%”

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4.Tromsø, Northern Lights and Wilderness Evening Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 23 reviews · from $158 per person

Set out from Tromsø at 9pm aboard the comfortable MS Rygerdronningen for a 2.5-hour Northern Lights cruise. An English and Norwegian-speaking guide explains the aurora while you watch from warm panoramic cabins or outdoor decks. Carlo is one guide praised for clear, engaging explanations. A free repeat sailing is offered if no lights appear.

“it was a lovely way to spend an evening and even though we didnt see the lights it was still enjoyable. The lady on the microphone needs to get some brevity training. Her information was fine, but so highly repeated and late at night I think most would have enjoyed more silence, rather than repeated information. All staff were lovely to interact with.”

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5.Catamaran tour Asinara island national park Buriana Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $113 per person Best value

Join Buriana Charter’s Aqua catamaran from a private port near La Pelosa for an eight-hour Asinara National Park trip. You’ll swim and snorkel in protected bays, eat a seafood lunch with wine, walk ashore to see island animals, and possibly spot dolphins. The Italian and English-speaking crew keeps the group small, with a maximum of 12 people.

“Barca splendida e comandante gentile e competente Giornata meravigliosa”

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6.catamaran tour in the Tavolara Marine Protected Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $173 per person

Join skipper Massimo and host Silvia for a 7.5-hour catamaran trip from Olbia into the Tavolara Marine Protected Area. Swim at Cala Moresca, Capo Ceraso, Porto Istana, or nearby coves, then enjoy seafood, Vermentino, Sardinian sweets, and myrtle aboard a spacious Lagoon 400.

“It was fantastic. I was only worried about the meeting point and whether the organizer would find me, but those fears were completely unnecessary. The excellent duo of the crew and the wonderful international group of participants ensured a great time.”

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