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Perched at the Triple Frontier, where Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina meet, Puerto Iguazu is linked to Brazil by the Tancredo Neves bridge. It is home to the Museum of Images of the Jungle, the Mborore Museum, a bird rehabilitation center and the famed Iguazu National Park. The National Park is home to 275 waterfalls, including the world-renowned Iguazu Falls, which plunges 270 feet. A subtropical climate means it's warm in winter and hot in summer, with temperatures soaring up to 104°F.
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1. Garganta del Diablo
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5.0 based on 15,931 reviews
This wonder of nature permits the observation of one of the most unique landscapes in the World; constituted by the upper Iguazu River and the Subtropical Forest, which frame the incredible Devil's Throat balcony. Three ring-shaped balconies permit a special view of the colossal “throat”, the culmination of the journey: a giant horseshoe-shaped waterfall 150 meters / 492 feet long, and 80 meters / 262 feet high. Here the water falls with such potency that it creates dense clouds of vapor as it pours into the river below. From here you can experience such wonderful sensations, offering you amazing and unforgettable moments:- Just listening to the roar of the waterfalls - Feeling the vapor of waterfalls- Appreciating the rainbows that form amongst the clouds of water and rays of the sun - Admiring the contrasts of colors between the green forest and the blue sky, or the white color of the water foam and the red soil. - A separate spectacle is offered by the “vencejos” - birds unique to the Iguazu Falls that swoop down along the falls, as if they wanted to be confused with the curtains of water.This fabulous place is located 2080 m / 1 mile from the Devil's Station. You arrive by the Ecological Jungle Train, 5 km / 3miles from the Central Station. The Iguazu National Park Waterfalls Area has assorted activities. Along the upper and lower walkways you will be able to admire between 160 and 275 falls, the Devil's Throat being the most impressive one.
Reviewed By DDR1234 - Johannesburg, South Africa
Fabulous experience, feel the water spray, get up close with the waterfall at Devil's throat, walk the upper walkways to get there, fabulous photo opportunities.
2. Parque Nacional Iguazu
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5.0 based on 4,516 reviews
Reviewed By DDR1234 - Johannesburg, South Africa
Lots of trails to walk or ride with train and walk bridges to all the waterfalls, Jungle truck take you into jungle with guide that gives you information, boat ride option, Restaurants very good.
3. Cataratas del Iguazu - Lado Argentino
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5.0 based on 759 reviews
Reviewed By mcitaly2016 - Santiago, Chile
80% of the park is in Argentina, and one can see the most part of the waterfalls very closely, sometime right on top (or at the bottom) of them. There are 3 paths. The most beautiful (and crowded) is Devil´s Throat day that one reaches with the internal train from the park entrance. The other paths are the Upper and the Lower Trail, all beautiful. Each one requires 1.5/2 hour walk, but quite easy and almost all flat. If you go in summer prepare for 35c and 90% humidity, so bring plenty of water and use light clothes. You will most likely get wet at the Devil´s Throat due to the vapor clouds above the waterfalls. There are monkeys and birds easy to spot. Prepare for long queue at the entrance, but worth it. Inside there are bars.
4. Puerto Iguazu
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4.5 based on 6,406 reviews
Reviewed By Curiosity182286
If you love nature, you must put Ig Falls on your bucket list. It was on mine and I was more than pleased. One of the seven natural wonders of the world and most people haven't heard of it. A little hard to get to but not bad from either Buenos Aires or Rio. You need 2 days to do it justice. One from the Brazilian side and one from the Argentinian side. The zodiac boat ride up the rapids and into the falls is a must. Yes you will get soaked, but that's the point. If you do the helicopter ride, opt for the short version. The longer version is not worth the money. Look into hiring a local guide that speaks good english and can get you front of the line entrance to the falls. The lines can be very long. Best to arrive at 8AM at the latest.
5. Guiraoga
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4.5 based on 1,848 reviews
Reviewed By greg_wanders - Auckland Central, New Zealand
Wasn't expecting much before visiting as all the advertisements in the hotels are for the Bird Park in Foz de Iguazu in Brazil. Guira Oga pleasantly surprised us and was great to see some of the wildlife that would be hard to spot most of the time. This is NOT a Zoo , but a rehabilitation center for the animals which have been bred in captivity and will be released in the wild once they are ready hanks to the conservation efforts by the people who work here. So your entrance fee of 400 ARS goes towards this cause. From the entrance, a tractor takes you to the start of the walk which is about 10 minutes away. You get to see beautiful parrots , Tucans, Eagles, Vultures etc. In addition several animals including crocodiles and leopards. A great place to spend a few hours in Puerto Iguazu after you hectic day at the Falls.
6. Jardin de los Picaflores
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4.5 based on 670 reviews
Reviewed By PeterCosby_Leicester - Leicester, United Kingdom
Lovely small garden and humming birds. A special place to visit! A small family garden that has been adapted to provide a paradise for the local humming birds. There are several feeders and you can easily while an hour watching these tiny birds feed. The garden is run by a family who are welcoming. If the gate is locked clap your hands and the owners will open the gate. A must for anyone interested in wildlife.
7. Sendero Macuco
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4.5 based on 805 reviews
Reviewed By AlfonsoTandazo - Quito, Ecuador
we visited already Many National parks in South America and Iguazu is one of the best organized ones, the trails are safe and good signed, we love to hike and enjoyed our excursions there and was easy for us to do all the trails around Iguazu waterfalls. do not forget to take water a hut or cap and sun cream and also rain coat just in case of rain.
8. La Aripuca
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4.0 based on 2,332 reviews
Reviewed By kareni138
The place is amazing.. This is a location were they stress the importance of preserving the environment and using the resources The sheer size of the structure and the wood furniture made from fallen trees is amazing. There is lots to look at and shopping... crafts are made by local artisans. Bring a lunch and enjoy the area or you can get a snack there.
9. Casino Iguazu
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4.0 based on 2,572 reviews
Casino Iguazu with 34 gaming tables, Roulettes, Black Jack, Baccarat, Poker and Dice, Texas Hold'Em, 200 modern slots machines with progressive prizes, video games, electronic roulette, video slot machines, traditional slot machines and 10 electric terminals of the traditional Roulette make it one of the most swinging casinos in Latin America. For more discerning guests, we offer two VIP rooms with personalized attention and absolute privacy.
10. Hito Tres Fronteras
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3.5 based on 5,308 reviews
Reviewed By N8745IOwilliamp - Colorado Springs, United States
So nice little place to kill a few hours. From the bus station it's probably a 20 minute walk or you can take a bus down there for about $2. I think the best pictures are taken from up above from the highest point. I'm like four corners in the United States you can't stand on all 3 places at once. Cuz the actual corners are in the middle of the river.
