Puerto Iguazu Trip Overview
Tour the Argentinian and Brazilian sides of Iguazú falls in luxury and stay in an authentic Argentine Estancia at Iberá wetlands on this 6-day tour. If you are an animal and nature lover, you will love this tour! Skip the hassle of dealing with logistics while we take care of your private round-trip airport transportation. You will have the flexibility to discover the immense rainforest of Iguazú, with its 250 waterfalls and an incredible variety of exotic wildlife at your own pace and accompanied by a local guide. This tour gets better when arriving at Esteros del Iberá, where you get truly in contact with nature. Spend 3 nights at an estancia, a typical rural Argentine ranch and enjoy its warm local hospitality. Explore the Iberá Marshlands wildlife reserve, choosing the activities you like most to discover the flora and fauna of this animal’s paradise!
Additional Info
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Puerto Iguazu, Litoral, Argentina
Tour the Argentinian and Brazilian sides of Iguazú falls in luxury and stay in an authentic Argentine Estancia at Iberá wetlands on this 6-day tour. If you are an animal and nature lover, you will love this tour! Skip the hassle of dealing with logistics while we take care of your private round-trip airport transportation. You will have the flexibility to discover the immense rainforest of Iguazú, with its 250 waterfalls and an incredible variety of exotic wildlife at your own pace and accompanied by a local guide. This tour gets better when arriving at Esteros del Iberá, where you get truly in contact with nature. Spend 3 nights at an estancia, a typical rural Argentine ranch and enjoy its warm local hospitality. Explore the Iberá Marshlands wildlife reserve, choosing the activities you like most to discover the flora and fauna of this animal’s paradise!
Itinerary
Day 1: Puerto Iguazu – Half-Day Iguazu National Park: Brazilian Side
Pass By: Camino Anexo Ruta Provincial 101, N3370, Misiones, Argentina
Welcome to Iguazu! Puerto Iguazu is a little town, gateway to visit the impressive Iguazu Falls, which have been recently declared as one of the New Seven Natural Wonders, making it a must-see destination for any traveller visiting Argentina. Upon arrival, you will be met at the Airport or Bus Station and be provided with a private transfer to your hotel.**Please bring: Comfortable clothes and shoes, insect repellent, sunhat, sunscreen, sunglasses, small towel, pilot or raincoat and a light backpack for tours.
Stop At: Parque Nacional do Iguacu, Rodovia Br-469 Km 1-8, Foz do Iguacu, State of Parana 85853-830 Brazil
Around midday, we will pick you up at your lodging to enjoy a half-day tour (private service) to the Brazilian side of the Iguazu Falls. While Argentina has 80% of the falls on its side, Brazil has the best panoramic view! As you reach customs, you will go through the immigration process before heading to your next destination. Don’t forget your passport! (entrance fee included).
**INTERNATIONAL BORDER: Please make sure you meet Brazil’s entry and travel requirements before going on this tour. It is the traveler’s responsibility to have all their necessary travel documents to tour the brazilian side of the falls.**Time spent at the international border can vary from half an hour to some hours, depending on the number of people, season, etc.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Iguazu Falls, Foz do Iguacu, State of Parana 85855-750 Brazil
Be prepared to enter this amazing park and board a bus (shared transport) that will take you to the viewing walkways. Following up, you’ll begin to tour the half-mile viewing walkway that provides spectacular panoramic views of the front of the falls. At the end of the circuit, you will approach Floriano Fall and get sprayed by its heavy mist. A day you will never forget! At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel. **OPTIONAL: Upgrading this excursion to include a boat tour experience is recommended. The boat tour allows you to get a close-up view of the falls. To add this in advance, please write it down in the “Special Requirements” box (while booking) and we’ll quote it for you.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Day 2: Puerto Iguazú – Full-Day Iguazu National Park: Argentine Side
Stop At: Iguazú National Park, Ruta 101 Km 142, N3370 Puerto Iguazú, Misiones, Argentina
After breakfast, we will pick you up from your lodging and take you to a full-day tour (private service) to the Argentine side of the Iguazu Falls. An experienced guide will show you the hidden gems of this unique National Park (entrance fee included).
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Garganta del Diablo, Iguazu National Park, Puerto Iguazu Argentina
At the park, an ecological train ride (shared transport) will take you to the impressive Devil’s Throat, the most important of all 275 waterfalls that comprise the Iguazu falls system.
** In case there are many people in the train to the ‘Devil’s Throat’, you will try to go first to less crowded places.
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Iguazu Falls, Iguazu National Park 3370 Argentina
After touring “Garganta del Diablo” (Devil’s Throat), you will continue to explore the walkways of the lower and the upper circuit. Both of them are sure to impress you: The LOWER CIRCUIT, feature a more intimate experience with nature as you walk right into the forest to the heart of the falls, you will be able to feel the “spirit” of the jungle; its humidity, sounds and aromas. The UPPER CIRCUIT provides magnificent panoramic views from the top of the falls. This circuit is the perfect place to kick back and relax with the sound of water in the background and sunlight on your skin. The elevated walkways will take you over the drop line of several of the main jumps. You will have some free time to eat lunch in this amazing environment (not included). At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in the afternoon. **OPTIONAL: We highly recommend upgrading this excursion to include a shared boat tour experience.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel of your chosen category in Puerto Iguazu, Argentina
Day 3: Puerto Iguazú / Ibera Marshlands
Pass By: Puerto Iguazú, Misiones Province, Argentina
After breakfast, you will have a private transfer from your hotel to your next off-the-beaten-path destination: Ibera Marshlands. The 8 to 10 hour-long drive will be a good opportunity to rest or just relax enjoying the passing landscape at your window. **Today you will pass by sand, mud and asphalt roads.
Stop At: San Ignacio Mini – Jesuit Missions of the Guaranis, 3322 San Ignacio, San Ignacio 3300 Argentina
By midday, you can decide to make a short stop at San Ignacio town and have some free time or have a light lunch (not included) and then continue travelling southwards. We highly recommend making a short visit to San Ignacio Mini Jesuit Ruins (admission not included).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rincon del Socorro, Mercedes, Corrientes, Argentina
Welcome to Ibera Marshlands! This is the perfect place for travellers who want to experience ecotourism, explore an off-the-beaten-path destination in Argentina and be truly in contact with nature and local fauna. You will reach your destination: A local estancia (typical Argentine ranch), settled in the Ibera Marshlands area, near the popular wetlands. It is more a family house than a hotel; you will have the chance to try homemade argentine and international dishes (all meals are included) and learn about the inhabitants’ customs. It is the perfect base to explore the area and enjoy a typical gaucho (cowboy) environment. You will have the afternoon free to explore the beautiful secluded countryside. We suggest you watch the sunset in the Ibera Wetlands Coast!
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Dinner: Alcoholic beverages NOT included
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rincón del Socorro
Day 4: Ibera Marshlands: A day of unearthing peace and nature
Stop At: Ibera Wetlands, Ibera Wetlands, Province of Corrientes, Litoral
After breakfast, you will have diverse optional activities included that you can choose to do. Some of the activities offered in the estancia are: Fauna Sighting & Safari, Night Safaris, Birdwatching, Walks, Horseback riding, bike rides, Boating, Kayaking and Cultural tours; all activities are shared. We recommend you to explore the wetlands, take a boat trip to see alligators and capybaras, and do fauna and flora sighting. The natural reserve is home to some exotic species declared Provincial Natural Monument like the marsh deer and some impressive aquatic vegetation. Take that camera / iPhone … you have work to do!
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Alcoholic beverages NOT included
• Dinner: Alcoholic beverages NOT included
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rincón del Socorro
Day 5: Ibera Marshlands: A day of unearthing peace and nature
Stop At: Esteros de Ibera, Estancia San Juan Poriahu, Corrientes Argentina
Today, you will enjoy a second day in Iberá Wetlands. Did you get that photo of that cute capybara? If not, you will have a second chance today. You can take another boat tour or try something new: Take a horse ride along the Iberá marshes and feel like a real argentine gaucho. If you would prefer an even more adventurous activity, try kayaking along the wetlands or biking around the Estancia! You can also enjoy at the lodge relaxing by the pool on summer or enjoying the warmth of the fireplace on cold days, being captivated by the books in the library or walking on the ample gardens; constantly visited by the local fauna.
**All activities on the Estancia are included and are those proposed by your host on arrival and arranged directly by Rewilding Experience. The day’s activities are scheduled according to the opportunities of the season and weather.
Duration: 1 day
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Alcoholic beverages NOT included
• Dinner: Alcoholic beverages NOT included
Accommodation included: Overnight at Rincón del Socorro
Day 6: Ibera Marshlands / Posadas Airport
Pass By: Libertador General José de San Martín Airport, Ruta Nacional 12km. 1366,5, N3300 Posadas, Misiones, Argentina
Wetlands adventure comes to an end, say goodbye to the awe-inspiring sunrise of Iberá. After breakfast, you will have a 4 to 5-hour private transfer to Posadas Airport or Posadas Bus Station to take your flight or bus to your next destination. **NOTES: Our itinerary is pretty flexible, so if you want to add extra nights/tours to the itinerary, we can quote it for you. Just make sure to let us know in advance using the ‘Special Requirements’ box while booking. **The duration of tours and transfers are approximate.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
