"Awesome" is a word English speakers tend to overuse, but Iguazú Falls embodies the term in its fullest sense: In a spectacular subtropical setting, 23km (14 miles) of deafening waterfalls plummet up to 70m (229 ft.) into a giant gorge. The sheer power is overwhelming. You come face to face with raging sheets of water, with sprays so intense it seems as though geysers have erupted from below. Forget Niagara Falls (a mere toilet flush), forget Angel Falls (a faucet); think Grand Canyon with way too much water. Iguazú is a must-see on any trip to Argentina, and the well-run national park with howler monkeys and elusive pumas is another top national tourist draw.
It's shocking that this ecological blockbuster is 90 minutes from the civilized, cosmopolitan buzz of Buenos Aires. Many people drop into this humid corner of Misiones province on a day trip or for 2 days max. Yet this fascinating jungle zone of red soil, giant butterflies, and comical toucans has more to offer than jaw-dropping waterfalls. Misiones Province is a heady mix of strong indigenous tribal culture, blond eastern European settlers, and tropical frontierland. Its abundant wildlife and the mystery of its long-fallen Jesuit ruins are worth exploring. With its multitude of isolated national parks and huge swathes of untouched rainforest, it is an eco-tourist's paradise, with several genuine jungle lodges. Civilization has encroached in the form of tea plantations and pine forests, yet it is not too difficult to get off the beaten track and visit isolated wonders such as the stunning Mocona falls (a mere 3km/1 3/4 miles wide). Farther west of Misiones are the sprawling lowlands of El Chaco, a vast savannah of endless wetlands, cotton plantations, and sunflower prairies that could draw you as far as Bolivia.
Iguazu Falls Travel Experiences
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Argentinian side of Iguacu
After a whistle tour of the Brazilian side of the falls we headed to the Argentinian side and managed to not mention that we should be pa... Continue reading »
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Iguazu Falls
Iguazu Falls or as the Brazilians call it Iguaçu Falls ... always a "must see" on my to do list ... and it was more than worth it to... Continue reading »
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A Date with the Devil
Our next destination back in Argentina was Puerto Iguazu, in the far north eastern province of Misiones. This is the home of one of natur... Continue reading »
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Iguazu falls
Even though we have heard all the hype about the falls we were amazed by them, the shear number of them, the power and the nois... Continue reading »
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Day 8: Moving to Iguassu Falls, Brazil
After a week in Buenos Aires, we were transferred to airport for the next desination, "Iguassu Falls, Brazil". Arrive safely under sunny... Continue reading »
Popular Iguazu Falls Things to Do
- The falls are the only thing to do
- Jet Boat Ride
- Kayak on the River Delta
- see the falls
- Visit the falls, swim in the pool
- Day trip to Brazil & Helicopter Ride
- Iguazu Forest
- Sleeper Bus Ride
- Argentine Boardwalk to top of falls and Devils Throat
- Parque Nacional del Iguazu
