Overview
Straddling the border between southern Brazil and northeast Argentina, the Iguazú Falls (spelt Iguaçú in Brazil) are usually rated number one of the big three waterfalls, ahead of Niagara and Victoria. These falls are South America’s most awe-inspiring natural sight and a must-see for anyone visiting the highlights of the continent.
Located within Iguazú National Park on the Iguaçu River, visitors are astounded by the sheer glory and deafening roar of the powerful falls. The 275 separate cascades form a curtain of foaming water which crashes through a tangled sub-tropical jungle over a vast granite amphitheatre. The Iguazú Falls are home to wonderfully varied plants and wildlife, with iguanas commonly spotted, as well as ocelots, jaguars, tapirs and deer.
Both countries offer scenic walkways with breathtaking scenery around every corner and easily observed wildlife. From the Brazilian side, you’ll get a panoramic view of the 3km cliff edge, on the Argentine side there is a series of walkways leading you above, below and even behind the water.
Our top holiday styles to Iguazú Falls
Holidays Iguazú Falls
Experience the natural wonder that is Iguazú Falls as part of your holiday to Brazil and Argentina. Book online now or speak to an expert.
Group - Classic
Chile / Argentina / Iguazú Falls
Gaucho: Vintage Argentina
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Group - Classic
Brazil / Iguazú Falls / Argentina / Bolivia / Lake Titicaca / Peru
Hummingbird: Ocean to ocean
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Group - Discovery
Peru / Lake Titicaca / Bolivia / Paraguay / Iguazú Falls / Brazil
Jacana: Crossing the continent
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Private Journeys
Brazil / Iguazú Falls
Luxury Brazil: Rio, Iguazu Falls and Buzios
(based on two people sharing & excluding flights)
Places To Visit In Iguazú Falls
Discover the spectacular Iguazú Falls as part of your holiday to Brazil and Argentina. Find out more here or speak to an expert at Journey Latin America.
Iguazu Falls – Brazilian Side
The incomparable Iguazú Falls plummet from a sheer 60m drop, crashing through the subtropical jungle alive with wildlife and butterflies.
Iguazu Falls – Argentinian side
Set amongst subtropical rainforest alive with birds and butterflies, the thundering Iguazú Falls are one of South America’s most awe-inspiring natural sights. Venture out on panoramic walkways overlooking the tumultuous Devil’s Throat.
Things to do
Enjoy a hair-raising boat trip to the base of Iguazú Falls or just enjoy the wildlife of the national park, all chosen by our destination experts.
Accommodation
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Where to go when - our guide to Iguazú Falls
The Weather in Iguazu Falls
The Iguazú Falls are so vast they span across both Argentina and Brazil, crashing through lush, subtropical forests teeming with wildlife. Argentina’s territory offers the most extensive network of panoramic walkways, whereas the Brazilian side allows you to get closest to the falls (where you will likely be soaked in spray). The busiest summer months are December-February, when the climate is hot and humid, and plenty of rain means the falls are at their fullest. From March - August the rain eases off, humidity drops and temperatures cool, making this an ideal time for hiking and cycling. From September - November the water levels in the falls are lower following the dry season and you’ll be able to make out individual cataracts and exposed granite cliffs.
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