Granite Peaks

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 804 Reviews.

Experience Vancouver's beautiful surroundings on this 7-hour guided North Shore tour. After crossing Vancouver Harbor via the iconic Lions Gate Bridge, immerse yourself in the mountainside rainforest on Vancouver’s North Shore. Take an exhilarating walk across the Capilano's Suspension Bridge. Stroll the suspended walkways throughout the forest canopy and granite cliff-side. Enjoy a stop at the Capilano Salmon Hatchery. Plus, ride the Grouse Mountain Skyride to the peak for a variety of seasonal activities, exhibits, and entertainment.

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Fly with the original flightseeing company in Denali for your best odds of seeing The Mountain "face to face."  Passengers on this flight see more of Denali, more often than anyone else.  Your highly experienced pilots possess the skills and knowledge to take advantage of the unique airstrip location just outside the road entrance into Denali NP.  99% of the flight is within Denali National Park, giving you a comprehensive tour of its wild and majestic beauty.  Fly among jagged mountaintops and over tumbling glaciers on a stunning 200-mile flight to get within ½ mile and circle Denali to see every spectacular corner (weather permitting).   Special Note(s):   This tour is headset equipped, fully narrated and all seats are window seats on twin engine aircraft. Precise flight routes are dictated by current weather conditions.  Anticipated flight routes will be discussed with passengers during a pre-flight briefing. Flight time is 60 – 70 minutes.

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Paddle along the historic western shore of Lake Tahoe with a three hour kayak rental in Tahoe City.  Enjoy crystal clear waters and stunning mountain views of one of California's storied treasures while searching for birds and wildflowers.  Explore some of the most beautiful scenery in North America on this magical, self-guided paddle on this gorgeous, blue lake ringed by 12,000 ft. mountains.

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National parks are very rarely within a city, and yet Bukhansan Mountain was designated as the 15th national park of Korea in 1983. Bukhansan National Park boasts of many gorges and granite peaks with crystal clear streams flowing between them. Hiking to the summit can be challenging and can take between 4-6 hours subject to individual pace.  Highlights • Whole day trekking in Bukhansan National Park with an experienced mountain expert. Extended or shortened trekking possible • Visit Doseonsa Buddhist Temple and pass through beautiful valleys and ridges to Bukhansan summit of Baegundae • Beautiful view and Seoul scenery from Baegundae peak • Delicious Korean lunch-box

Take in the 360 degree views of the coastline from the summit of Stony Hill in the Torndirrup National Park.  From here, amidst the pristine bushland, it is possible to see the vast expanse of the Southern Ocean and the rugged coastlines that early explorers first encountered as they rounded the peninsula for the sheltered waters of Princess Royal Harbour.  Get closer to the edge! At The Gap, feel the power of the wind and water from the masterfully crafted, protected walkway.  See the pounding waves as they thrash the granite walls and surge into the spaces below. Exhilarating! Travel on, and complete your journey and exploration of the impressive coastline with some delectable afternoon tea.

Our rigorous Sonoran Desert Jeep Tour is a low-speed, bumpy sightseeing tour of the scenic Sonoran desert via the Tonto National Forest. Your professional tour guide, who is a certified off-road driver and the only driver throughout your Jeep tour, will teach you about the Sonoran desert flora and fauna on the most scenic trails in the Scottsdale area. Vehicles used: Jeep YJ (7 seats). Scottsdale Adventure Tours is a special recreation permit-holder through the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Cave Creek Ranger District and the U.S. Department of the Interior: Bureau of Land Management. Be aware that there is an weight limit of 275 lbs per person

Begin with a scenic drive along the Atlantic coast, passing through the cosmopolitan suburbs of Sea Point and Camps Bay with its glorious views of the Twelve Apostles. From here we travel to the Cape Point Nature Reserve, comprising over 17,300 acres of indigenous fauna and flora. Here we can see a variety of wildlife. Birdwatchers, too, will find many fine species to observe. The majestic coastline offers drama worthy of being called "Nature's Greatest Show." We'll be able to see the union of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans (as per legend) and may even feel the brisk wind that is dubbed the "Cape Doctor" for its presumed curative powers. Following the coastline along False Bay, we'll return to Cape Town by way of the Simon's Town (optional, own account & time permitting visit to Penguin colony) and Fish Hoek fishing village. We return to Cape Town, passing the University of Cape Town, Rhodes Memorial, and the Groote Schuur Hospital.

Talkeetna has skyscrapers of granite and ice instead of steel. Denali, Mt. Hunter and Mt. Foraker tower above the other peaks of the Alaska Range, forming our northern horizon. Cruise up the Kahiltna glacier, right over the climbers’ base camp at 7,200 ft., and wind between these giant peaks catching breathtaking views of Denali above and Denali's most popular climbing route, the West Buttress Route below. • The mighty and stunning Kahiltna Glacier (2 miles wide and 45 miles long) • West Ridge of Mount Hunter • Beginning of the West Buttress Route, the most climbed route on Denali • “The Great One”, Denali (20,320 ft.), Mt. Foraker (17,400 ft.) and Mt. Hunter (14,573 ft.) • Mount Frances formally known as “Bergchen,” German slang for “Little mountain” • The North Buttress of Mount Hunter  – a 4,000-foot granite technical showpiece and world class climbing objective

What could be better than a sightseeing tour of Rio de Janeiro from the air? From the vantage point of a helicopter, you'll have unforgettable views of this beautiful city, nestled against a backdrop of granite peaks like Sugar Loaf Mountain rising from Guanabara Bay. On this 9-10 minute helicopter tour with a professional pilot, you’ll take some of the most spectacular photos of Rio imaginable, including Christ the Redeemer on Corcovado Mountain, overlooking Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon Beaches and the Atlantic Ocean.

A 3 day exploration of the highlights of Northern Ireland including the iconic sites of The Giants Causeway, Belfast and the Titanic Quarter, one of the world’s great gardens at Mount Stewart, the brooding granite peaks of the Mourne Mountains and several of the dramatic locations used in the TV series “Game of Thrones”. For an in-depth insight into the wonderful scenery and history of this small country, this is the tour to choose.

Korea is a veritable playground for hiking enthusiasts. Korea’s most prominent mountain is Seoraksan with breathtaking pinnacles, deep granite beautiful valleys, scenic waterfalls and stunning long ridges, and located on the east-central Korean peninsula, and is the most popular with tourists and hikers. If you prefer to hike rather than visiting Gweongumseing fortress, you will hike the best trail of Biseondae or Geumganggul cave with deep beautiful granite valleys, basins made by waterfalls and stream and scenic waterfalls for appx. two to three hours. • Beautiful scenery at Gweongumseung fortress with cable car • Sinheungsa temple tour • Guide's explanations on Seoraksan and Korean history and culture

Experience a tranquil hike along the Bibbulmun Track to the top of Mt Vincent on a lovely evening with Off The Beaten Track WA. You will hike from Sullivan Rock to Mt Vincent through lush Jarrah and Banksia forests you will feel the warmth of the dappled light peaking through the forest canopy as the sunsets. As you reach the giant granite slopes of Mt Vincent you will enjoy the transformation of the sky from dusk to darkness whilst grazing on a platter of gourmet nibbles and sipping on a warm cup of delicious herbal tea. On the hike back to Sullivan Rock, you will watch the milky way unfold above and listen to the utopia of sounds that night hiking brings.

HIKING IN MADRID WITH DREAMPEAKS. DREAMPEAKS ORGANIZES HIKING TOURS IN THE SIERRA DE GUADARRAMA NATIONAL PARK, MADRID. CUSTOM HIKES FOR ALL LEVELS. TRANSPORT INCLUDED. Guadarrama mountains, just 1 hour by car from Madrid city center, was declared National park in 2013, becoming the 2nd most visited park in Spain. Today these mountains are a must go destination for hikers and outdoor sports lovers. The National Park extends over the Sierra de Guadarrama mountain range, whose highest peak is the Peñalara summit. Hiking and trekking fans will enjoy the spectacular sceneries to be found all over the region of Madrid. Peñalara, La Pedriza, Fuenfría Valley or the Seven Peaks are superb locations to explore and hike. During the route you will sightsee scot pine forests, clear water creeks and alpine meadows, impressive granite rock formations, glacier origin lagoons, mountain wildlife and flora, and superb mountain landscapes. Discover the best hikes in Madrid with Dreampeaks!

National parks are very rarely within a city, and yet Bukhansan Mountain was designated as the 15th national park of Korea in 1983. Bukhansan National Park boasts of many gorges and granite peaks with crystal clear streams flowing between them. Key sights along the trek are Doseonsa Temple and Baegundae (highest peak). The course to the summit can be challenging and can take between 4-6 hours subject to individual pace.  Highlights • Whole day trekking in Bukhansan National Park with an experienced mountain expert. Extended or shorten trekking possible • Trek past the granite peaks of Bukhansan Mountain to a mountain stream, ridges and Doseonsa Buddhist temple  • Summit at Baegundae peak • Delicious Korean lunch-box

Hiking and high mountain lovers. Discover one of the most beautiful granite massif in Madagascar. A 4-day trek aloft in this massif where many Malagasy legends are born. An adventure which will allow you to climb the 2nd peak of Madagascar but which will allow you to discover one of the most beautiful cliffs in the world, the Tsaranoro and its vertical 800m.

Situated in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, the Arkansas River threads its way through a vacationer's paradise. From the river's source in the beautiful Arkansas Valley with dramatic 14,000 foot peaks to the bottom of the Royal Gorge, the Arkansas has it all. This trip includes 6 hours of clear, crisp water crashing through the Granite Gorge, a river guide and all boating equipment: rain gear, drinking water and personal floatation device. Lunch is also provided on this full day adventure.

The Spitzkoppe is a group of bald granite peaks or inselbergs located between Usakos and Swakopmund in the Namib desert of Namibia.

The Numbers section of the Arkansas River is renowned for its thrilling Class 4 rapids, delivering nonstop excitement and challenges for experienced rafters and daring newcomers alike. This exhilarating stretch features rapids like “Pinball,” where paddlers bounce between boulders, demanding sharp skills and teamwork. The journey unfolds amid stunning scenery, with granite boulder gardens and the towering Collegiate Peaks providing a dramatic backdrop. As you navigate the river's whitewater, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains and rugged landscapes, making each rapid a visual and physical adventure. The Numbers isn’t just a rafting trip; it’s a fusion of adrenaline and natural beauty, creating an unforgettable experience.

Your excursion through the magnificent Sacred Valley of the Incas will start in Cusco and includes seeing magnificent Inca Terraces.  You will then head to the ruins of Pisaq and enjoy the panoramic views of jagged granite peaks of the Andes mountains, stopping at one of the best textile markets along the way.  Here, you will be able to shop for souvenirs and learn more about the local culture.  You will have some free time to enjoy lunch on your own (not included in price) before we continue our beautiful ride along the Sacred Valley, with our next stop being Ollantaytambo.  This is a small town with impressive Inca ruins, sitting at 9,200 foot elevation.  From here you have the option to return to Cusco or stay the night in Ollantaytambo.

Meet with your guide and drive to the ruins of Manzushir Monastery on the edge of Bogd Khan mountain range. From there we take a 3-4 hour hike on a trail of moderate difficulty through mixed forests and alpine meadows to 2256m Tsetsee Gun peak, the highest point of the mountain range. We have a picnic lunch on the peak with scenic views of typical Siberian forests in the background before heading back down. We visit the monastery complex which was originally built in 1733. It was completely destroyed during anti-religion campaigns of 1930-ies with just the main temple remaining to these days. But apart from it we will see a few sections of shattered walls, foundations, stone terraces and some stone niches in the cliffs. The main temple building was recently been renovated and now serves as museum. We return to Ulaanbaatar in late afternoon.