Iguazú Falls, where over 275 distinct cascades tumble through lush subtropical forest, is one of the most awe-inspiring sights in South America. The falls straddle the border between Argentina and Brazil; explore the Argentine side to get up close to the plummeting water. Also visit the subtropical rainforest and discover the thousands of species of flowering plants, butterflies, birds, and mammals that make this their home.
Highlights
Take the most beautiful thousand meter walk in the world at Iguazu Falls
Spend two nights at Yacutinga Lodge in the rainforest
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Fly from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu, and leave behind the rest of the world as you enter one of the last pristine rainforests in Argentina. The trip begins with a drive among the yerba mate (tea) plantations. As you cross through the Iguazú National Park, your local naturalist guide points out local wildlife and rainforest plants and discusses the environmental problems of the region and the importance of protected areas.
Check into your room and after a short orientation to the facilities and activities available, wander the lodge grounds and explore the Argentine rainforest. Tonight enjoy a wonderful welcoming dinner!
Note: Guests must be at the meeting point at 2 PM. The transfer departs from the meeting point towards Yacutinga Lodge at 2.30 PM
Today you have plenty of opportunities to explore and learn about the diverse ecosystem surrounding the lodge. After an early breakfast, begin your day with a short hike to the San Francisco River. Wildlife is most active early in the day, so being up and about at sunrise increases your chances of seeing animals. Enjoy a peaceful float through quiet, safe waters - this stretch of the river is known as the "Forest Gallery" and is a great chance for camera enthusiasts to get snap happy! Wild fauna tracks are common along the muddy shoreline; take a look, hone your tracking skills, and learn to decipher what happened a few hours ago at the riverbank.
Return to the lodge for a delicious lunch before heading out to explore the various interpretive trails with one of the resident naturalist guides. The biodiversity of the area is incredible, with ancient trees, medicinal plants, orchids, bromeliads, butterflies, beetles, bird life, and some mammals. Scattered through the nature reserve are a number of subtly-built observation towers and blinds, allowing you to view flocks of parakeets and other animals at close proximity.
This evening you might visit one of the observation towers and use the scopes, binoculars, and spotlights for nighttime game-viewing. Alternatively, take a walk to one of the swamps located in the Yacutinga Reserve, where the humidity produces an array of life. Watch as the swamp becomes a hive of activity at dusk, and listen as a jungle symphony commences once darkness descends. Be sure to look for toucans nesting at sunset!
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading out to spot fresh wildlife tracks, complete the lodge's checklist of viewed fauna, or stroll along the hanging "Cat-Walk" and "Orchid's Trail." If all that sounds a little busy, you might prefer instead to spend your morning relaxing at the pool! Mid-morning bid farewell to the magic of Yacutinga and continue your Argentina travels to your new home close to the spectacular Iguazu Falls.
Upon arrival settle into your hotel and explore your surroundings.
Please note - additional excursions can be arranged this day.
Today explore the Argentinean side of Iguazu Falls and watch the cascading water from various angles. Begin the day by boarding a small train to Devil's Throat Station, where there's a suspended walkway with spectacular views. Later explore the two walking circuits, beginning with the upper walk. This is about a quarter-mile long and takes approximately 45 minutes. From here you can see the Two Sisters, Bosseti, Adam and Eve, Bernabe Mendez, Mbiguá, and San Martín Falls. The lower circuit has been described as the "most beautiful thousand meter walk in the world." Heading in a clockwise direction you get a very different perspective of the falls; watch out when you get to the middle of the walkway - you might get wet!! Make your way through the jungle in a rugged 4x4 vehicle, traveling the limited-access Yacaratia Trail to the nearby of Puerto Macuco (minimum age requirement of 12 years). Here leave the truck behind for an inflatable speedboat, in which you navigate four miles (7 kms) along the lower Iguazu River. Bring your swimsuit and be prepared to get wet in the refreshingly cool spray from the falls! Approaching the picturesque falls in Devil's Throat Canyon, brave a mile of rapids before finishing your adventure surrounding San Martin Island. Return with zodiacs to Macuco port and back to the hotel.
Day 5: Return to Buenos Aires
1 Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast in your hotel this morning, and spend free time exploring the town of Puerto Iguazu. Take the flight of your choice back to Buenos Aires today.
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$1,440
Notes
$180 Single Supplement Additional Cost for Private Room when traveling with others. Traveling Solo? Contact us for a custom quote.
Please note that flights should arrive Iguazu by 11:00 AM. If operating itinerary in reverse, flights should depart Iguazu after 2:30 PM.
Initial deposit is $400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners
4 Nights Accommodations
3 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Entrance Fee: Cataratas de Iguazu National Park
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Iguazu Eco Tax to be paid by all tourists older than 12 years old (AR$ 150 or $10 USD) per person, per night with a maximum of 3 nights. You will be issued a ticket that you must carry with you while in Iguazu, otherwise, you’ll have to pay the tax again.
Buenos Aires Hotel tax (up to $2 per person/night) - paid at checkout
Internal Flights: Buenos Aires - Iguazu - Buenos Aires
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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