Luxury Iguazu Falls
Tours made for you
Enjoy a boat ride
through the base of the waterfalls
Trek through the Iguazu National Park
to spot howler monkeys and toucanets
Marvel at the crashing waterfalls
as you walk across the boardwalks
One of the world's most dramatic and awe-inspiring sights
As water crashes down around you, filling the air with an almighty roar and a cloud of mist, you can’t help but think this is Mother Nature really showing off. Surrounded by the lush subtropical forest of the Iguazu National Park, the 275 cataracts of the Iguazu Falls are a truly remarkable sight.
The falls sit on the border between Brazil and Argentina on a large horseshoe bend in the Iguazu River, which aptly means ‘big river’ in the local Guaraní language. Winding its way across Brazil for over a thousand kilometres, the river breaks out into an incredible series of waterfalls when it hits the rim of the Paraná plateau. The majority of the falls sit on the Argentinian side, where a well-planned system of trails and walkways lets you experience both the upper and lower falls.
One of the most dramatic sections of the falls is the Garganta del Diablo, or Devil’s Throat, situated along one of the widest stretches of the river. Here, several hugely powerful falls join and the froth of the water as it crashes down and the spray that soars back up into the air is quite something.
The Argentinian side of the falls is situated within the Misiones province and together with the neighbouring Iguaçu National Park in Brazil, make up a significant part of the Atlantic Forest, one of the one of the world’s most ecologically diverse regions. Home to thousands of plant species, hundreds of species of birds, and animals such as howler monkeys, ocelots and tapirs this endangered forest is teeming with life.
Guests can stay on either the Argentinian side or the Brazilian side. It’s worth noting that if you’re staying on the Argentinian side and wish to visit the falls on the Brazilian side, most nationalities require a Brazilian visa. Those wishing to visit the Argentinian side from Brazil, in most cases do not need a new visa.
Highlights
Walk along the trails and boardwalks
Get close to the action with a boat ride around the base of the falls
Keep your eyes peeled for colourful birds, butterflies and plants in the surrounding forest
Enjoy a nighttime adventure across the waterfall bridges under the glow of the full moon
Bike through the lush jungle of the Surucuá Reserve
Head out to the village of Candelaria to explore the Jesuit ruins with an expert guide
Visit the Mbya Guaraní Village and savour delectable traditional dishes of the Mbya Guaraní people
Lily Bunker
Senior Travel Designer
The Iguazu Falls is a truly amazing phenomenon. You'll hear the waterfalls long before you see them, their thunderous roar echoing through the trees of the Iguazu National Park. My favourite part is the Devil's Throat cataract, the largest waterfall here - a boat ride through its base is an exhilarating experience for all ages!
Lily Bunker
Senior Travel Designer
Luxury accommodation in Iguazu Falls
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El Calafate
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Mendoza
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A continuation of the magnificent Iguazu national park, the Missiones Rainforest is a crucially important haven for an array of rare wildlife.
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Experience wide open spaces, fresh air and a more relaxed pace of life that has remained unchanged for centuries.
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When to visit
The falls are spectacular all year round, and reach their peak force in January to March.
Warmer days
December - March
Escape the crowds
July - August
Powerful waters
January - March
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