USA holidays can take many forms, but for UK tourists looking for adventure and activity trips, it’s one of the best places in the world to be.
Small group adventure specialist Grand American Adventures offers a comprehensive range of tours across the USA and has shared with Express.co.uk their top 10 adventure holidays in the US.
From snowshoeing in Yellowstone and snorkelling in Hawaii to rafting through the Grand Canyon and sandboarding the tallest dune in the USA, Grand American Adventures offers an activity for every level of active traveller.
Plus, the good news is, the US is now one of the cheapest places for Britons to travel to.
1. Canyoneering in Utah
For those who don’t just want to stand back and admire the scenery of the mighty canyons, canyoneering lets travellers get up-close to these mighty structures and admire the views from on high.
Adventurers can climb, jump, abseil, rappel and swim on an excursion to a red rock gateway to Arches National Park, in Moab, Utah and take in the view from every angle.
2. Snowshoeing and wolf tracking in Yellowstone, Wyoming
Experience a breath-taking winter wonderland in the heart of Wyoming, at the beautiful Yellowstone National Park.
Adventurers will don snowshoes and enjoy the majesty of the picture-perfect winter postcard scene, complete with the herds of iconic American Bison.
Search for other animals sporting their winter wardrobe with a professional wildlife tracker, including wolves, elks and Bighorn Sheep.
3. Sandboarding down the tallest dune in the USA, Colorado
Hit the dunes at Great Sand Dunes National Park - sandboarding down the epic dunes is a sure way to get the heart racing.
Rising to a maximum height of 750 feet (229 m) from the floor of the San Luis Valley, the dunes are a centrepiece in a diverse landscape of grassland, aspen forest, alpine lakes and tundra, leaving travellers breathless - in more ways than one.
4. Snorkelling excursion in Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii
Discover the spectacular underwater world off the coast of Hawaii. After a Zodiac boat trip out to a secluded bay, spend a few hours under the cool waves with a mask and snorkel exploring the local sea life.
5. Rafting the entire length of the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is one of the most remarkable sites in the USA. Add to the adventure by seeing it on an exhilarating raft ride down the entire length of the Grand Canyon.
Experience nearly 200 white water rapids and camp on the banks of the remote Colorado River. More than five million people visit the Grand Canyon every year, but it’s much rarer to see the spectacular site from the river.
6. Sea kayaking with dolphins in Alaska
Take to the water and sea kayak through the Alaskan wilderness, against snow-capped mountains and forests, with Bald Eagles circling overhead.
The peacefulness of the picture-perfect Kachemak Bay makes it a common place to spot sea otters, dolphins and porpoises.
7. Horseback riding from an American ranch in Yellowstone
Learn to ride American style and experience horseback riding through the stunning mountain scenery of Yellowstone, the home of the original Wild West. Stay at the Headwaters Lodge & Cabins at Flagg Ranch for the true American experience.
8. Hike 40 miles of world’s longest hiking-only trail
Take on the longest hiking-only trail in the world, the Appalachian Trail, which includes a 40-mile trek across the stunning Appalachian Mountains.
This backcountry experience is perfect for hiking enthusiasts, with its unparalleled natural beauty and cultural heritage. Hikers will carry all they need on their backs and stay in simple hut accommodation for a truly authentic trip.
9. Fast paced mountain biking in Grand Teton National Park
Enjoy an electrifying bike tour of Grand Teton National Park. The fast-paced but scenic trip travels along the sagebrush flats on the eastern slopes of Grand Teton National Park. Be on the lookout for wildlife in the home of the roaming antelope, wolves and Grizzly bears.
10. 4x4 tour monument valley with Navajo guide
Set out on a backcountry tour of Monument Valley in a 4x4 driving tour with a Navajo guide. Head deep into the heart of the park to explore places that very few non-Native Americans ever get to see.
Complete the picture by watching the sunset from the heart of canyon country and where the Navajo prepare a meal and you learn about their ancient cultures and customs.
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