Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls are an absolute "not to be missed, must see" natural icon of any South America visit. There are in excess of 270 different waterfalls (cataracts) which contribute to and form Iguazu, most of which are on the Argentine side in Cataratas Iguazu National Park. They make up the largest waterfall system on our planet and one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World.

In each of the National Parks (in Brazil and Argentina), there are a number of different activities and excursions, all of which give you a different view of the incredible and vast network of falls and you will want to dedicate at least 3-nights here to maximise your experience both of the falls and the surrounding activities.

Highlights

Iguazu Falls – walking along the trails, both on the Brazilian and Argentinian side of the falls is an experience which can not fail to amaze you.

Boat Ride – get up close and very wet on this speedy trip up and down along the river, where you will see a number of the famed waterfalls

Bird Sanctuary – On the Brazilian side of the falls “Parque des Aves” is a bird sanctuary, primarily for birds from the region but has inhabitants from all over South America. It is incredibly well structured and definitely worth  a visit.

Helicopter ride – The view of the falls from above is quite simply breath-taking. It offers a totally vantage point and gives you a greater appreciation of the vast network of falls and waterways, which have been created over millennia and are quite rightly regarded as one of the seven wonders of planet Earth.