Argentina · Misiones Province — Brazil border

Iguazú Falls

275 waterfalls across 2.7 km — UNESCO wonder + Devil's Throat viewpoint

Iguazú Falls are one of the world's greatest natural wonders — 275 individual waterfalls across 2.7 km on the Argentina-Brazil border. UNESCO World Heritage. Argentine side (80%) has closer views + Devil's Throat walkway; Brazilian side (20%) has panoramic views. Base town: Puerto Iguazú.

UNESCO listed

Since 1984

Airport

Puerto Iguazú IGR (Argentine side)

From Buenos Aires

2h flight

Best season

August-November

Iguazú Falls highlights

Argentine side — Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo)

The most powerful section — 82m waterfall you can walk out over. Take the ecological train to Devil's Throat Station.

Upper + Lower Circuits (Argentine side)

2h walkways with close-up views of dozens of waterfalls. Includes Bosetti + Chico waterfalls.

Brazilian side panoramic viewpoint

Cross the border for panoramic views of the entire falls system. Half-day. Brazilian visa may be required.

Macuco Safari boat ride

Zodiac boat under the falls (Argentine side) — you WILL get soaked. From ~$65.

Iguazú National Park entry

ARS 20,000 (~$20) foreigner entry. Includes ecological train + walkways.

Full moon walk (5 nights/month)

Rare experience — 4-night walk with the falls illuminated by full moon. Book online 2-3 months ahead.

San Ignacio Miní Jesuit ruins day trip

2h drive south — UNESCO 17th-century Jesuit missions ruins.

Getting there

Puerto Iguazú Airport (IGR) has direct flights from Buenos Aires (2h). Brazilian side: Foz do Iguaçu Airport (IGU). Border crossing is easy.

Getting around

Ecological train within Argentine side. Bus/taxi to Brazilian side. Rent car for Jesuit ruins.

Best time to visit

August-November (dry, less humid). Avoid January-February (extreme heat + humidity).

Budget per day

$50-100 backpacker · $150-300 mid-range · $500+ luxury (Awasi Iguazú, Loi Suites Iguazú)

Airport transfer from Cataratas del Iguazú International (Puerto Iguazú) (IGR)

Getting out of Iguazú Falls (IGR)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

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Frequently asked about Iguazú Falls

Argentine or Brazilian side?

Argentine has 80% of falls, closer views, Devil's Throat walkway. Brazilian has panoramic overview. Ideally do both — Brazilian half-day, Argentine 1-2 days.

How do I get to Iguazú?

2h flight from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú (IGR, ~$100-250). Or 18h bus from BA. Book flights 2-3 months ahead for best rates.

When is the best time to visit Iguazú Falls?

August-November (dry season, less humid, still full waterfalls). Avoid January-February (36°C+ humidity extreme). May-July is high water flow but occasional partial closures.

Do I need a visa for the Brazilian side?

Depends on nationality — US, Canadian, Australian citizens require e-visa since 2025. EU, UK, most others visa-free. Check before crossing.

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Argentina · Misiones Province — Brazil border

Iguazú Falls

275 waterfalls across 2.7 km — UNESCO wonder + Devil's Throat viewpoint

UNESCO listed

Since 1984

Airport

Puerto Iguazú IGR (Argentine side)

From Buenos Aires

2h flight

Best season

August-November

Iguazú Falls highlights

Argentine side — Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo)

The most powerful section — 82m waterfall you can walk out over. Take the ecological train to Devil's Throat Station.

Upper + Lower Circuits (Argentine side)

2h walkways with close-up views of dozens of waterfalls. Includes Bosetti + Chico waterfalls.

Brazilian side panoramic viewpoint

Cross the border for panoramic views of the entire falls system. Half-day. Brazilian visa may be required.

Macuco Safari boat ride

Zodiac boat under the falls (Argentine side) — you WILL get soaked. From ~$65.

Iguazú National Park entry

ARS 20,000 (~$20) foreigner entry. Includes ecological train + walkways.

Full moon walk (5 nights/month)

Rare experience — 4-night walk with the falls illuminated by full moon. Book online 2-3 months ahead.

San Ignacio Miní Jesuit ruins day trip

2h drive south — UNESCO 17th-century Jesuit missions ruins.

Getting there

Puerto Iguazú Airport (IGR) has direct flights from Buenos Aires (2h). Brazilian side: Foz do Iguaçu Airport (IGU). Border crossing is easy.

Getting around

Ecological train within Argentine side. Bus/taxi to Brazilian side. Rent car for Jesuit ruins.

Best time to visit

August-November (dry, less humid). Avoid January-February (extreme heat + humidity).

Budget per day

$50-100 backpacker · $150-300 mid-range · $500+ luxury (Awasi Iguazú, Loi Suites Iguazú)

Airport transfer from Cataratas del Iguazú International (Puerto Iguazú) (IGR)

Getting out of Iguazú Falls (IGR)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

Check transfer prices Renting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.

Where to stay in Iguazú Falls

Find hotels in Iguazú Falls, Argentina

1.4M+ properties · Trip.com

Search hotels

Fly to Cataratas del Iguazú International (Puerto Iguazú) (IGR)

Popular direct routes from: Buenos Aires, Rio de Janeiro

Find cheap flights

Compare flights · Powered by Trip.com

Search flights

Or compare on Expedia — often better US + EU fares Bundle flight + hotel on Trip.com

Where to stay in Iguazú Falls

Iguazú Falls hotels on Expedia

Bundle your flight + hotel for typical 5-15% saving. Free cancellation on most rates for Iguazú Falls stays.

Search Iguazú Falls on Expedia

US default

Expedia bundles the flight + hotel discount in-cart (5-30% off the combined book). Price-match guarantee means you can rebook if the rate drops before check-in.

See Iguazú Falls rates

Frequently asked about Iguazú Falls

Argentine or Brazilian side?

Argentine has 80% of falls, closer views, Devil's Throat walkway. Brazilian has panoramic overview. Ideally do both — Brazilian half-day, Argentine 1-2 days.

How do I get to Iguazú?

2h flight from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú (IGR, ~$100-250). Or 18h bus from BA. Book flights 2-3 months ahead for best rates.

When is the best time to visit Iguazú Falls?

August-November (dry season, less humid, still full waterfalls). Avoid January-February (36°C+ humidity extreme). May-July is high water flow but occasional partial closures.

Do I need a visa for the Brazilian side?

Depends on nationality — US, Canadian, Australian citizens require e-visa since 2025. EU, UK, most others visa-free. Check before crossing.