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Iguazu Falls  photo by Yaniv Larish
Iguazu Falls photo by Yaniv Larish
Approximately two hundred and forty thousand gallons of water passes over Iguazú falls every minute, passing through more than 250 separate waterfalls before falling 170 to 350 feet and crashing to the rocks below. The deafening roar can be heard for miles. As it falls and pounds the rocks, some of the water turns into a fine spray that rises in a cool plume over the falls area, dampening the miles of inconspicuous trails that line both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the falls. Birds

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Approximately two hundred and forty thousand gallons of water passes over Iguazú falls every minute, passing through more than 250 separate waterfalls before falling 170 to 350 feet and crashing to the rocks below. The deafening roar can be heard for miles.

As it falls and pounds the rocks, some of the water turns into a fine spray that rises in a cool plume over the falls area, dampening the miles of inconspicuous trails that line both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of the falls. Birds and insects flitter around a very special ecosystem where Iguazú launches constant mist into the surrounding vegetation. The souvenir vendors who hawk t-shirts and post cards keep a respectful difference, and the nearest Big Mac is in Buenos Aires. Small motorboats take visitors right to the roaring base of the falls, where they joyously shout to each other and come back as soaked as if they’d fallen in the river.

The most inspiring section of the falls is “The Devil’s Throat”, which is comprised of fourteen different falls that drop 350 feet to the rocks below, sending a plume of spray one hundred feet into the air. Between January to March is the rainy season and the falls becomes even more impressive. There are five star hotels on both the Argentine and Brazilian sides near the falls. These are convenient, but there are cheaper options nearby. There are small towns which service the area.

The falls area was formed ages ago when successive volcanic flows over the region formed. These volcanic layers erode at different rates, and the falls was formed where the water flows from a slowly eroding layer into one that erodes more easily. The falls are inching backwards as the water slowly erodes the upper layer of rock. Don’t worry: it’ll be a few more millennia before the river runs out of rock to erode.

Once you’ve finished gawking at the falls (which may take a while), you can visit the parks themselves, which are home to a number of animal and bird species. Iguazú National Park, in Argentina, was established in 1934 and covers 67,620 hectares. On the Brazilian side, the government has set aside 170,000 hectares as protected land. These parks have been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1984 due to their beauty and biodiversity. There are many mammals, including five species of giant cat. There are also more than 450 species of birds in the area, including parrots, toucans and the rare great dusky swift.

Iguazú is considered one of the four most spectacular waterfalls in the world, along with Niagara Falls (United States of America), Angel Falls (Venezuela) and Victoria Falls (Zambia and Zimbabwe).


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Places to Stay in the Iguazú Region

Hotel Luxor

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Hotel Sahara Ateeh

Hotel Sahara Ateeh is located on the corner of Plaza 25 de Mayo, so its location is as central as possible. Some rooms have televisions and it is just luck of the draw whether you get one or not. ...
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Hotel Alfil

Hotel Alfil is located a bit further from the Plaza 25 de Mayo than other locations but it is still an easy walk. Although located near the train tracks on Santa Maria de Oro, a major shopping ...
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Residencial Illia

Residencial Illia is budget accommodation that is a bit nondescript, but isn't too dodgy. To find the reception, head to the back of the hallway and up the stairs following the little red arrows. ...
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Residencial Uno

In the heart of Puerto Iguazú, just two blocks from the bus station and downtown Iguazu, Residencial Uno offers a warm and comfortable environment that allows you to experience one of nature's ...
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Hotel San Lorenzo

Hotel San Lorenzo has a nice central location right in the middle of town and only two blocks from Plaza Cabral. Rooms are clean, functional and all include a private bathroom and a fan. Only rooms ...
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Hotel Victoria

Hotel Victoria is a good central option. Located close to downtown action and just a quick walk away from Calle Junin and Plaza Cabral, it is close to everything. Rooms get much more affordable if ...
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Hotel de Tourismo

Built in 1947, famous Hotel de Tourismo has a nice distinctly upper class ambience. In a town like Corrientes where pretty much everything is quite expensive, splurging and paying the extra $10 ...
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Residencial Lola

Only two blocks from the bus terminal, this laid-back hospedaje has familiar feel. You’ll be greeted by a handful of young tikes (children of owners) who will gladly lead you to your room and want ...
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Hosteria Los Helechos

Central, clean and comfortable, this three star guest house has 60 rooms of various sizes. Great for families, it has a garden and a decent sized swimming pool. Rooms come with air con, tv and ...
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Che Roga Apart

Clean, central and well equipped, this complex features a swimming pool and garden to relax in. A hybrid hotel that mixes apartments, hostel and hotel services and facilities. Rooms vary in size and ...
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Things to See and Do in the Iguazú Region

Iguazu National Park

The main reason tourists come to the 167 acre (67, 600 hectare) Iguazú National Park, located in the northeastern corner of Argentina, is to see the impressive waterfalls. Iguazu was given it's name ...
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Top Restaurants of the Iguazú Region

But M

But M is a trendy, hip and new establishment.  Bar, restaurant and pool hall, this is definitely the hot place to go and it is common to hear Reggaeton blasting from the doors even during ...
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Don Angelos

Don Angelos is a classic local dive. Serving up pastas, burgers and typical meat dishes, this place gives you your bang for your buck. A pasta dish is around $3 and a good steak is $6.50. In the ...
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Resistencia, Argentina

Pizzería San José

Pizzería San José is a nice café which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Along with hot meals, good coffee can also be found alongside an extensive ice cream bar. With a great location right off ...
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Resistencia, Argentina

El Mariscal Cafe

El Mariscal Cafe is another local favorite. Good typical food can be found at reasonable prices. ...
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Corrientes, Argentina

Martha de Bianchetti

Martha de Bianchetti is a classic Corrientes café. Although it is not a dinner spot and no hot meals are served at all, it is packed full of pastries, ice cream and delicious coffee. Highly ...
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La Moracha

La Moracha is located right on the corner in historic Plaza 25 de Mayo. The establishment is small but cute with both a bar and a full menu. Nothing to eat will cost you more than $4.50, the menu ...
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Don Pedro

Don Pedro is located right in the middle of the strip and is an excellent place to people watch while enjoying some affordable grub. A pretty classic menu offers burgers, pasta, typical food and ...
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La Rueda

Red meat fans can fill up on well-cooked tender joints and rub shoulders with the locals at La Rueda. The meat-heavy menu features the finest traditional Argentinian dishes, using tasty, fresh ...
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Tango Bar

Deserves a listing for being quite possibly the most imaginative internet cafe in Argentina. To the unsuspecting eye, it looks like every other lively bar cum restaurant, but glance inside and find ...
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Nativo

Great for families with an afternoon to spare in Puerto Iguazu, Nativo has enough to keep everyone occupied for a few hours. The extensive menu boasts the best the jungle has to offer, with regional ...
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El Quincho

An authentic Argentinian asado. Count on a great family atmosphere and fine food as the steak, ribs, skewered beef and fish come rolling from the kitchen. Deservedly popular, El Quincho has an ...
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Reviews
Traveler Reviews of Iguazú Falls

Incredible!

Iguazú is a must see! The falls are absolutely breathtaking, and the catwalks and jungle trains make for a great overall experience. Don't miss it!

Traveler from Canada on Oct 08, 2009

Iguazu falls

When I went in April, the river was flooded due to rains and the falls were going strong. The majesty and power of the falls were amazing. I stayed at the hotel on the Argentinian side, on the grounds of the National Park, which was convenient to reach the trails, the falls and other attractions.

joe schwartz from USA on May 09, 2007
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