The Complete Guide to Iguazu Falls: Argentina & Brazil

With more than 275 falls, the Iguazu Falls are the most majestic of water falls.

Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, the sheer size and scale of these waterfalls is unlike any other on the planet! To put this into perspective, Iguazu Falls is nearly twice as tall and nearly three times as wide as Niagara Falls. But here in Iguazu, it’s pure nature and pure magic.

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Igauzu Falls straddles the border of Argentina and Brazil, giving visitors the option of admiring this beauty from either country. The falls are located in the Atlantic Rainforest and are surrounded by two very lush national parks.

In this complete guide to Iguazu Falls, you will have everything you need to know to navigate both the Argentinian & Brazilian sides of the falls and plan out your time in Iguazu perfectly!

Planning a Trip to Iguazu Falls- The Logistics

WHAT TO PACK

Travelling around South America in the summer time is probably the best when it comes to good weather, however winter can mean less crowds but it also comes with much more colder weather. I’ve made an essential Travel Packing list that you can use when you visit the Iguazu Falls, so you have everything you need for your trip and be prepared for any season. You can also download a FREE PDF version too!

If you are interested in upping your photography game then you may also want to see what’s in our camera bag for all the best travel photography gear we use when we travel. There is plenty of beautiful spots around Iguazu Falls so be sure to pack a good camera!

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ACCOMMODATION

I prefer staying in Airbnb and you can get amazing places to stay ranging from budget friendly to luxe! I’ve pre-saved some favourite stays down below so just scroll through or hit Show more stays!

Or if you prefer Hotels, I always find the cheapest rates by searching Hotels Combined– I’ve pre-filled Iguazu Falls for you below so just click search and explore what’s on offer!

ARGENTINA VS. BRAZIL?

If you have the time- visit both sides! You need 2 full days to visit both sides and it’s super easy- I did it! Each side offers a different and unique perspective to each other. If you only have time for one though, use this guide to Iguazu Falls to help you decide which views interest you most and choose accordingly.

CATARATAS DEL IGUAZÚ IN ARGENTINA

Cataratas del Iguazú (in Spanish) is located in Argentina and contains two-thirds of the falls! This side of the falls allows you to get up close and personal with the waterfalls! One of my favourite moments here was the boat ride that was included in my ticket. (Note: I booked my trip to South America with G Adventures.)
You should allocate one full day here to see the three different parts of the park: the Upper Trail, Lower Trail and Garganta del Diablo (aka “Devil’s Throat”). We easily spent 6-7 hours here exploring the falls by following the walking trails and stopping for photos.

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FOZ DO IGUAÇU IN BRAZIL

Foz do Iguaçu (in Portuguese) is located in Brazil and features a breathtaking panoramic view of the falls! This side of the falls can be done in as little as a few hours. We only spent about 4 hours here and ended up seeing everything we wanted to! The Brazilian side is structured as one long trail along the river that takes you to along the boardwalk over the top of the Devil’s Throat. What I loved about this side was the numerous rainbows we spotted!

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU VISIT IGUAZU FALLS

VISA REQUIREMENTS

With a passport from Australia, a Visa is not required for Argentina or Brazil with an allowed stay of up to 90 days.
Check your Visa Requirements here:
– Argentina
– Brazil

HOW TO GET TO IGUAZU FALLS

My trip with G Adventures covered all things like accomodation and travel with getting to and from the Falls- all with our own guide! Check out their website for their tailored trips around South America.

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ADMISSION TICKETS

Admission tickets are included when you book your trip with G Adventures. However, if you choose to travel outside of a tour then you must purchase tickets separately for each national park when visiting both sides of the falls. Tickets were available at both entrances – you do not have to purchase them ahead of time.