Iguazu Falls, Argentine side
Description
Iguazu Falls, Argentine side
Full-day excursion (6 hours or more). It is important to bring insect repellent, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, rain gear, and/or a swimsuit, as well as a change of clothes.
The best way to visit them is to arrange a private transfer service, where you’ll be accompanied by a professional driver with extensive experience. This will provide you with the safety, comfort, independence, and flexibility you need.
This type of transfer can take about 30 minutes from hotels in downtown Puerto Iguazú, about 20 minutes if you choose to go directly from the local airport, or at least an hour if you’re traveling from hotels in Foz do Iguaçu (depending on border formalities).
You can explore the area entirely on your own, thanks to our recommendations. However, if you’d like ongoing information and assistance, we can help you hire a professional guide. Please contact us for transportation and guide services.
General Information
Iguazu Falls are located within Iguazu National Park, which covers an area of 67,620 hectares and is part of the Paranaense Rainforest ecoregion.
The park was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. And Iguazu Falls were named one of the New Seven Natural Wonders of the World in 2012.
These waterfalls are particularly striking because of their vast size. Stretching over nearly 3 km, they feature some 275 cascades, the visibility of which depends on the river’s water level. About 80% are located on the Argentine side, while the remaining 20% are on the Brazilian side.
We believe that both sides should be visited, as they offer different views and complement each other.
The Iguazu River originates in the Serra do Mar mountain range, near Curitiba (State of Paraná, Brazil), and after flowing nearly 1,000 km from east to west, it plunges down a lava ravine formed 120 million years ago, creating the Falls. It then flows another 20 km before emptying into the Paraná River in the area known as the Triple Frontier.
The word “Iguazú” comes from two Guaraní words: “Y,” meaning “water,” and “Guazú,” meaning “big,” forming “Agua Grande” (Big Water), which is what the region’s original inhabitants called the great mass of falling water.
Rates
Tickets for the National Park can be purchased in cash (Argentine pesos only; foreign currency is not accepted) or with Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards at the park’s main entrance, or online.
| General Adult Rates | AR$4,000 |
| Mercosur Adult Rate(1) | AR$2,500 |
| Rates for Argentine Adults | AR$1,200 |
| General Admission (Ages 6–16) | AR$1,500 |
| Mercosur Rate for Children (ages 6–16) | AR$1,300 |
| Rate for Argentine Children (ages 6–16) | AR$700 |
| College/University Rates | AR$500 |
| Rates for the Province of Misiones (adults and children ages 6 and up) | AR$500 |
| Senior Citizen and Pensioner Rate(2), Children Ages 0–5, People with Disabilities(3) | FREE OF CHARGE |
(*)RATES EFFECTIVE AS OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2020.
- Mercosur: Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Venezuela.
- For Argentine citizens only. Argentine retirees and pensioners must provide proof of income.
- People with disabilities must present their country of origin’s Certificate of Disability or equivalent document.
In all cases, you mustpresent your ID card or passport whenpurchasing tickets; your address will determine the category.
50% off on your second consecutive dayvisiting the park. To receive this discount, you must present your ticket from the first day of your visit at the exit.
Iguazú National Park is open every day of the year from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with last entry at 4:30 p.m. We recommend arriving before 3:30 p.m.
One day may be enough to visit the Falls. But if you have more days during your stay, spending two consecutive days there could be a good plan. Please contact us.
Things to Do and Places to Visit
- Yvyrá Visitor Center – Retá: A recommended stop to learn about nature, culture, and history. Approximate duration: 40 minutes.
- The Lower Circuit is a 1,400-meter-long trail that includes stairs. The hike takes about 1 hour.
- The Upper Circuit is a 1,750-meter trail with no stairs or other obstacles. It is 100% accessible. The hike takes approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- The Devil's Throat trail is 2,200 meters round-trip, starting and ending at the same point. The hike takes approximately 2 hours or more, including the ride on the Jungle Eco-Train.
- The Macuco Trail is 7 km round trip. It is a jungle trail where you can enjoy the view of a small waterfall at the end of the route: Salto Arrechea. It is ideal for birdwatching and observing flora and fauna in general. It is not very busy. The hike takes at least 3 hours.
- The Green Trail is 650 meters long and serves as a convenient link between the service area at the park entrance and the second train station (Cataratas Station). Duration: 10 minutes
- The Yacaratiá Trail is 30 km long and can only be accessed by car.
Eco-Friendly Jungle Train.
This is a transportation system that allows visitors to explore the National Park. There is no additional charge. It runs every 30 minutes, and tickets can be obtained for free at each train station.
There are three stations:
- Central Station, near the park entrance and the rest area.
- Cataratas Station, near the Upper and Lower trails.
- Garganta Station, at the start and end of the walkway to the Devil's Throat.
The park features several restaurants, bars, kiosks, and shops selling souvenirs and other items you might need during your visit. First-aid services, ambulances, wheelchairs, and stroller rentals are available. Restrooms are located near each of the trails, at the restaurants, and at the park entrance. Lockers and ATMs are available at the main entrance.
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