Along the boarder of Argentina and Brazil, 700 miles from Buenos Aires,
through the dense wilderness of Misiones Provinces' jungle, rises a permanent eerie fog. As day breaks and the hot sun climbs into the sky,
the mist transforms into a breathtaking network of rainbows. It is here that lies a new wonder of the natural world; Iguazu Falls
Iguazu falls is a stunning spectacle of 275
waterfalls stretching 2.7 kilometers alongside Iguazu River that, not only, is an awe inspiring sight and attraction of Argentina but also an unforgettable
sightseeing experience filled with exploration and adventure. The twisting walkways of the upper and lower tour circuits throughout the Argentinean National Park
of Iguazu falls offer utterly unique views of each waterfall before leading to the precipice of a mighty 80m gorge at Devils Throat, while tours through the Brazilian
National Park give fantastic full panoramic views of the waterfalls. The incredible landscape is a photographers dream and it will be difficult for you to take your eyes,
and camera, away from the powerful mass of water falling before you.
But the Iguazu Falls experience has so much more to offer, for each and every type of traveler.
If you are looking for Adventure you will get a thrill racing through the Iguazu jungle in a 4x4 before climbing aboard a motor-boat which will
transport you right to the edge of the crashing cascades. If you are a budding ecologist you will receive satisfaction while gently rowing down
river to explore local flora and fauna and if you are an Astronomy lover, you can relax on a catamaran under the constellations of the night sky
or see the shimmering allure of Iguazu falls under romantic moonlight during full moon nights.
Beyond Iguazu National Park: The Exotic Jungle of Misiones
Those travelers with little time to explore much of Argentina will find more than enough beauty at Iguazu Falls National Park to satisfy them. However,
there is still an abundance of locations and attractions to discover around the city of Puerto Iguazu (the gateway to Iguazu falls) and in Misiones Province as
the history, culture and nature of the Misiones area are distinct from the rest of Argentina because it embraces the exotic exuberance found in other tropical
areas of South America
While visiting Puerto Iguazu and its surroundings, you can take a time to learn and connect with nature by visiting
attractions such as La Aripuca, a mammoth monument which is constructed with 30 species and 500 tons of trees, which is dedicated to the memory
of the fallen Jungle of Misiones.; the reserve of Güirá Ogá,(meaning "home of birds" in the Guarani language), a project which aims to preserve,
research and educate others about the rainforest and its biodiversity; the Triple Frontiers, where the meeting point of Iguazu and Parana rivers
marks the border between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay and is marked with an obelisk that is decorated with each of the countries colors;
or the ancient Jesuit ruins at the UNESCO world heritage site of San Ignacio, which offers a fascinating insight to the history and culture of Guarani and Jesuits that originally populated the area.
If you are visiting Brazil before travelling to Argentina, it is also possible to reach Iguazu falls by flying into Foz de Iguazu Airport in Brazil.
To reach the Argentinean side of Iguazu falls you are able to cross the boarder by bus and continue with the rest of your travel itinerary in Argentina from here.
By Plane:
Flights arriving to Iguazu Falls International Airport, in Puerto Iguazu, depart from Buenos Aires and the main cities in Argentina,
with Aerolineas Argentinas and LAN. The flight from Buenos Aires takes approximately one and a half hours.
If you are visiting Brazil before travelling to Argentina, it is also possible to reach Iguazu falls by flying into Foz de Iguazu (Foz de Iguaçu)
Airport in Brazil. To reach the Argentinean side of Iguazu falls you are able to cross the boarder by bus and continue with the rest of your travel
itinerary in Argentina from there.
By Bus:The main bus services that runs from Buenos Aires and other major cities in Argentina to Puerto Iguazu are: Expreso Tigre Iguazu,
Crucero Del Norte and Via Bariloche. Travelling time from Buenos Aires is approximately 18 hours (fast service).
Iguazu falls are a true wonder of nature! Click here to book tours and packages to Iguazu and don't miss this
opportunity to enjoy one of the 7 new wonders of the world!
Peak Seasons:
- January to February: summer holidays for Argentineans and Brazilians
- April: Easter holiday
- June to July: winter holiday for Argentineans and Brazilians
Iguazu Falls Weather Facts:
- Puerto Iguazu experiences a subtropical climate; it has the most Tropical weather in Argentina (meaning mosquitoes, remember your repellent!!)
- Summer months: October to April. During this season, there is very high humidity, which is consistently above 90% and temperatures vary between
the 32°C and 19°C. The Monsoon season is from January to March and causes high water flow. This combined with the heat and humidity can cause
mists which can reduce visibility of Iguazu falls. However, high water flow also means very powerful, exciting waterfalls! Take a rain coat!
- Winter months: June to August. The humidity is approximately 60% with temperatures between the 23°C and 10°C. During this season there is more likely to be cloud cover, the best views and photos are taken with blue skies. Sun also causes fabulous rainbows to form over the Iguazu falls!
The possibility of drought in September or May means reduced water flow and can even lead to Iguazu falls becoming dry (occurred twice in 1934 and 1978)
