Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Alaska

There's nothing like strolling through a national park. And the national parks on this list are truly captivating.

1. Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve, Alaska

The northernmost national park in the US, Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve is a huge expanse of wilderness that is slightly larger in area than Belgium. This park is visited by only a few thousand people every year.

2. Arenal Volcano National Park, Costa Rica

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Lush rainforest, hidden springs and fascinating fauna are the hallmarks of Arenal Volcano National Park. You can even sometimes spot lava running down the sides of an active volcano in this enthralling Costa Rican nature reserve.

3. Iguazu National Park, Argentina/Brazil

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Sitting on the border of Argentina and Brazil is Iguazu national park, home to over 2,000 species of plants and arguable the most spectacular waterfall on earth.

4. Etosha National Park, Namibia

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A visit to Namibia is not complete without exploring Etosha National Park where you can glimpse giraffes, zebras and leopards amid spectacular landscape.

5. Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park, Panama

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Reefs, desert islands and beaches come together in the paradise that is Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park, home to 10,000 species of plants and animals.

6. Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park, China

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Clear blue sky, vibrant evergreen forests and jaw dropping five-coloured lakes are the hallmarks of China's unforgettable Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park.

7. Göreme National Park, Turkey

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Possessing one of the world's most unique landscapes, Göreme National Park features rock homes and fairy chimneys as well as ancient cave frescoes.

8. Jostedalsbreen National Park, Norway

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Glacial lakes, churning waterfalls, epic fjords and scenic rivers make Jostedalsbreen National Park a truly spectacular national park to experience.

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