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Ecological train |
| The train was built in England under the environment norms set by National Parks. It is ideal to do the circuit of the footbridges. The train departs from the Central station, passing by Cataratas station and ends in Garganta del Diablo station (a trip of 25 minutes). |
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Footbridges |
The area of Iguazú National Park of Cataratas counts with footbridges that join the islands of the Superior Iguazú delta (Superior Circuit) and passes by some waterfalls on the same latitude as Inferior Iguazú, showing the waterfalls from below (Inferior Circuit).
Inferior Circuit: It has an extension of 1,700 meters. It advances deep into the forest and ends in Dos Hermanas waterfall. Passing by Bosseti waterfall, a section of the footbridge that reaches to the foot of the waterfall, where everyone gets wet.
Superior Circuit: It has an extension of 1,200 meters. The best panoramic views can be admired from the Bosetti waterfall viewpoints. |
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San Martín Island |
It is located in the middle of the Inferior Iguazú and framed by the waterfalls. The trip, by boat, allows admiring the waterfalls from their own heart. It has a little footbridge circuit.
Some scenes of the movie “The Mission” (1986), with Robert De Niro and Jeremy Irons were shot in this island. |
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Garganta del Diablo Footbridge |
| This is the last point of the Cataratas trip, where the Superior Iguazú pours out its waters through a narrow basalt ravine known as Garganta del Diablo, forming the Union waterfall. The viewpoint is a must for all the visitors. |
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Nautical Adventure |
| You embark in front of San Martin Island in rigid boats. You enter into the Garganta del Diablo water cannon, getting an unforgettable baptism in the mists. There is an approach to the most important Argentine waterfalls and views of the Brazilian ones. |
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Great Adventure |
| A trip of 5 miles in all-terrain vehicles through the Yacaratiá Path up to Port Macuco, embarking on rigid boats and sailing 4 miles through the inferior Iguazú River. At the end, you enter into the Garganta del Diablo water cannon, getting a stunning view of the falls. |
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Ecological Outing |
| An intimate relationship with Nature. You will sail 2 miles through the Superior Iguazú River, with the guidance of local experts in rowing rafts. It offers the pleasure to get in contact with Nature in an impressive environment while watching the flora and fauna in their purest natural state. |
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Fauna sighting |
| In Misiones province, more than 450 bird species attract observers from all over the world. The National Park Iguazú is a destination chosen by everybody! |
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Güira Oga (House of the Birds) |
| Its aim is to avoid the birds’ extinction in the Selva Misionera, promoting the conservation of the species in their own habitat and the recovery of hurt or damaged species. The ultimate objective is the reintroduction of the birds in their natural environment. |
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La Aripuca |
| It is a museum of noble species specimens of the Misionera forest. More than 30 tree species and 500 tons of trunks make up a tribute to the giants of the forest. An undertaking aimed to promote nature and the conservation o the forest. |
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Tres Fronteras boundary post |
| It establishes the territorial limit between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. It offers a panoramic view of the confluence of rivers Iguazú and Paraná. A unique place in the world, where three countries are separated by two rivers. |
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Puerto Iguazú city (region of the three frontiers) |
| It is a picturesque city situated on the borders of rivers Iguazú and Paraná. It was originally conceived for the guards of the National Park. The peacefulness of the place and the kindness of its local people will make the visitors feel as if they were at home. |
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Aboriginal hamlets |
Aboriginal Hamlet Yriapú
Travel by the path of the Misionera forest; get in contact with medicinal plants, the techniques of hunting and fishing, the ritual songs and the M’Bya Guaraní culture. A unique and unforgettable outing.
Aboriginal Hamlet Fortín M’Bororé
A unique trip, in the midst of the Misionera forest, with aborigine guides in their natural environment. Get to know their costumes, hunting and fishing techniques, culture, dances and spiritual rituals. |
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Jesuit Ruins |
| San Ignacio Miní, World Heritage, the remains of an incredible human adventure promoted by the Fathers of the Compañía de Jesús. The monuments are silent memories of the amazing civilizing effort, of the constant and self-sacrificing work of the distinguished Jesuit missionaries who came here and built, together with the Indians, a culture based in faith and love. |
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Wanda Mines and Plantations |
| Located at 25 miles from Iguazú Port, in national route 12, the Wanda Colony offers a singular attraction: the stone and semi-precious stone mines, with a peculiarity: they are in the open air and over river Paraná. Agate, quartz, rock crystal, amethyst and topaz are extracted of these mines, in a setting of extensive pine, tea and yerba mate plantations, which are the pillars of the regional economy. |
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Nature and Production |
It is a journey through some of the main pillars of the economy of Misiones province: the “green gold”, the yerba mate and its drying place, tea plantations, the lumber industry, the big sawmills and production plants of wood pulp and paper. A circuit at a few miles from Iguazú.
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4x4 Trips |
The Waterfall Safari
It is a 2-mile trip inside Iguazú National Park, for the lovers of ecotourism through path Yacaratia (closed to the transit of the general public). It is done in four-wheel drive vehicles prepared for this end.
Forest Safari
A 12-mile trip inside the National Park’s reserve, where there take place research tasks such as the Carnivorous Project and studies about primates. The trip through the path lasts approximately 2 hours in vehicles especially prepared so that you can take pictures. |
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Fishing in Paraná River |
| The Dorado, the Surubí and the Pacú are the favorite species of sport fishermen who choose river Paraná. From November to January: closed season in this basin. Out of this period, except on bad weather conditions, the fishing conditions are excellent. |
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Rural Tourism |
| Another option is the agrotourism, spending the day in a farm, where there are horse rides and all kinds of trips that offer a direct contact with nature. |
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Horse Rides |
| Horse rides through giant paths, interpreting nature and in full contact with our aborigines. |
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Iguazú Forest Reserve (adventure tourism) |
Have fun in ecotourism activities in the midst of the Misionera Forest, on the banks of river Paraná. Canopying, Jungle Biking, Bird Watching, Crossing 4x4, Wet Rappelling; spend an unforgettable day!
Canopy
“Vuelo de Pájaro” (flight of the bird), it is a trip through the roof of the forest, from where you will admire the forest, a new way of enjoying nature and life itself.
Rappel
It is a descent through stone ravines with waterfalls. The feeling is really indescribable.
Trekking
Walks through narrow paths carpeted with fallen leaves, brackens, creepers, air carnations, lichens, moss and a variety of colored species.
Bird watching
Sighting of birds and animals associated to the different stratums of the forest. You will also admire native flora species with its general features, medicinal properties and ecological value. |
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