Iguazu Tour: The Mighty Falls

• Upon arrival to the Brazilian city of Foz de Iguazú, a Brazil For Less representative will meet you and take you to your confirmed Foz de Iguazú hotel.
• In the afternoon, you’ll meet your English-speaking guide for a half-day tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls.
• You will drive to the Iguaçu National Park (on the Brazilian side), which covers 457,145 acres (185,000 hectares) of lush subtropical forest, where you’ll take a 45-minute hike along the walkway that borders the canyon of the Iguazú River. From here, you can enjoy fantastic panoramic views of this incredible waterfall system that reaches 266 feet high (81 meters). You’ll also have a great full view of the famous falls called Devil’s Throat.
• After the tour, you’ll be taken back to your hotel in Foz de Iguaçu where you can spend the evening at your leisure.

• Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before departing for a half-day tour of the Argentine side of the Iguazu Falls. You’ll pass the Iguazu River and travel to Iguazu National Park (the park on the Argentine side), where you will be able to walk along some of the many trails. From this side, you’ll enjoy a much closer and more intimate experience with the majestic falls.
• You will also take an ecological train ride to the Devil’s Throat, arguably the most impressive fall of the system. Learn more about the impressive Iguazu falls and how they were created.
• Once you’ve had your fill of the breathtaking scenery, you’ll return to your hotel in Foz de Iguaçu and have the evening free to spend as you wish.

• After breakfast at your hotel, a Brazil For Less representative will meet you at your hotel and take you to the airport for your trip home or to your next Brazil destination.
• Browse our full range of Brazil travel destinations for additional vacation ideas, and feel free to ask your travel advisor for any suggestions.

• 2 nights in Iguazu in hotels based on US standards
• All tours stated in the itinerary with expert English-speaking guides
• All transfers and entrance fees
• All breakfasts

PLEASE NOTE:

A tourist visa is required upon entry to Brazil for citizens of the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Travelers not within this group are advised to check with the Brazilian consulate where they reside for visa requirements and inquiries. For more information on obtaining a Brazil tourist visa, please read our blog on how to apply for a Brazil visa.

The Itapúa Dam is one of the biggest building sites in the world. Since 1975 the dam has provided a model of green energy, providing most of the power to the nation of Paraguay. Only the new construction of a dam in China will beat this mighty feat of human engineering. On the tour you will learn about the dam’s construction and see beautiful areas of the lake. The dam is open to visitors every day except Sundays and Brazilian public holidays. Note: This trip can be combined with a trip to the Brazilian side of Iguazú Falls to make it a full day trip to Brazil.

On this tour you are able to travel in an electric jeep that allows you to explore the jungle area around the falls. You will visit the roaring Macuco waterfall and then go by boat up the canyon to see the waterfalls canyon. On the way, you’ll be able to stop to look for various wild animals, particularly in the early hours of the morning or late afternoon.