Parque Nacional del Iguazł Travel Forum

Hello,

We are arriving at the airport (Argentina side) in the morning. Rather than going all the way to the hotel at Puerto Iguazu and knowing that check in is not usually till midday, is it possible to leave our backpacks (size of medium sized luggage) in either:
1. Airport lockers or
2. Lockers at the Iguazu Falls National Park.

Preferably I would leave my backpacks in the park lockers, assuming they are available and large enough to store them.

Also, what bus can I take to the park from the airport? Is there a bus schedule I can look up on the web?

Many thanks

It is recommended to people travelling to Misiones and Cataratas del Iguazu, to get the yellow fever vaccination. You can read the Ministerio de Salud recommendation in this web page.

http://www.clarin.com/diario/2008/02/09/sociedad/s-01603685.htm

Consider that you must get it 10 days in advance to the entrance to the Province. This situation follows the massive vaccination in Paraguay.

Hi,
We'll be travelling to Buenos Aires this coming March for a little over two weeks. We plan to leave for the falls by bus on March 7, tour the falls all day March 8, and return to Bs As on March 9.
I heard there are different bus lines, different services available. Also one of us is over 65 years of age and somewhat disabled (eligible for a disabled parking permit) someone mentioned that some travel discounts are available to senior or disabled people, actually free travel on buses and metro in BsAs.
I'd appreciate information about bus schedules, bus lines, where to get tickets, how long in advance, ticket prices, etc.

Also, are visas necessary to enter Argentina for citizens of the European Union? Specifically Hungarians?

Thank you

Gabor

We will be flying into the Brazil side's airport but staying in the park on the Argentinian side. Does anyone know the best way to get there?

Should we take a cab? How long would it take if we were to do that? Will the cab driver be able to get into the Argentinian side? Do they typically carry passports/visas themselves?

Are there busese that go from the Brazilian airport to the Argentinian side? If so, how much would it be and how much longer will it take? Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

There seem to be lots of moscitoes so how about Malaria and "Yellow Fever" at the falls ?
In general moscitos really love my kind of blood ;-(((

Can anyone recommend a nice hostel in Puerto Iguazś? Thanks!!

Hi,

I am going to be in Brazil in September. I would like to go from Rio to Foz De Iguacu Falls (Brazilian Side).
What is the best way to get there, as I would prefer the cheapest i.e. Bus. However if it is an awful journey and there is not much difference for a flight, I would consider this.
From Iguaca I would like to get to Santa Cruz in Bolvia, again what is the best route for this preferably by Bus?

Any feedback would be much appreciated. sorry for all the questions!!

Hi,

Anybody who can assist me with these questions below :)

1) Is it good to visit Iguazu during June 07? Will there be a lot of water gushing down from the fall?
2) Is it convenient to get a taxi from Iguazu airport? Is it safe? Is it expensive?
3) Do I really need a tour guide to bring me to the Iguazu falls or I can do it free and easy?
4) Is it convenient to get a cab to Iguazu Falls and back?
5) If I will like to go for the Great Adventure Safari Boat, do I need to book with a tour operator in advance or I can just go for the boat ride when I am at Iguazu falls? What is the charges like per person?

That's all for now!

Hope anyone can help.

I posted this question of the Foz do Iguacu board but thought I should also add it here.

A few questions:

What is the best way to get from Foz do Iguacu to Puerto Iguazu? By bus or Taxi and about how much was the trip?

How long is the trip between the two cities?

I have read about the difference between both the Argentine and Brazilian sides of the falls and plan to spend the bulk of my time on the Argentine side. However, I was wondering how much time I should spend on the Brazilian side. I will have a Brazilian passport so there is no problem there. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

I am going to Buenos Aires in August with my boyfriend. It will be his first time visiting and I wanted to bring him to see the cataratas in iguazu. I have told him 800 times how amazing they are but am afraid that late August they might not be as impressive. Is it worth the money for us to go at this time of year? i dont think we will have an opportunity to again anytime soon but i am scared that if it is too dry he will be left with a bad impression and maybe not return. any suggestions?

We like to know if we can get bus to go from Iguazu to salta via either
Tucuman or esteros de ibera. We would stay for a night in Tucuman or ibera and then proceed to Salta.
Please inform details about bus timing, company, frequency, duration, cost
and comfort etc. Thanks.

I will be staying at the Hotel Cataratas for 2 nights in Feb. 2007. I understand the IVA (value-added tax) is 21 percent. Do US citizens have to pay this tax? If yes, is it refunded when leaving Argentina?
Thank you.

Does anyone know if the amount of water at Iguazu Falls has returned to normal after the drought in July?

I'm visiting Buenos Aires for a wedding and will be there a couple of weeks. I am travelling with my wife and a 1 year old baby and looking for a side trip. We have travelled extensively, but never with a child.

Would Iguazu Falls be a side trip that I could do with a young child?

I plan to fly from Buenos Aires and am mostly concerned about avoiding extensive bus or truck rides with the little guy. I'm travelling with a car seat in tow, but assume that outside of the major cities I won't be able to use it?! If the drive isn't too long, a cab is possible an option?!

Any insight into this area would help.

Thanks,
Todd.

Hi-
I am in Bs. As. with some friends all of december. During that time we would like to venture up to the falls and were wondering how far in advance we have to organise things?

I know we can book busses from retiro ok the day before or so, but do we need to book holtel much before-hand?

And can we book tours when we get there?

Thanks

Greetings,

I am travelling to BsAs in less than 3 weeks and considering going to Iguazu. I have some questions:

1. Everyone talks about the pararamic view of the falls from Brazil side. I hold US passport but no Brazilian visa, how can I get to the Brazilian side?
How about the boat trips? Do I get a pararamic view from the boat trips?

2. How is the water volume in mid-Dec? Is this its dry season or wet season? A while ago I saw an article saying that the fall has shrunk significantly due to drought. I think it was a few weeks ago. So I am wonder how it is now.

3. How much time do I need to explore the park, say, taking the Gran Adventure tour (combination of getting soaked under the falls and jeep trip along Yacaratia trail) and do some hiking in lower & upper cuicuit myself, 1 day? 2 days? I am young and fit.

thanks very much,

Oliver

Travelling to the falls in late November for a couple of days in late November. Does anyone have a tip on whether the Brazil side or the Argentina side is better for accommodation/food/prices and general atmosphere? I'm kinda leaning towards Puerto Iguazu on the Argentina side because it sounds more laidback, but I'm easily persuaded.

Hi all,

Does anyone know a good resource to find the dates of the full moon falls tours? I will be in Buenos Aires 9/20-10/20 and am trying to figure out when I should visit the falls...

Thanks!

Hi all.

I'm planning to do this trip: from Sao Paulo to Iguazś by bus. Stay a night or two seeing the falls, and then continue my trip by bus, from Iguazś to Asunción (Paraguay).

Any suggestions? I know it's a long trip, but it's the same for me. I've read Brazilian buses are very comfortable. Is it safe to do this trip by night?

Do you know any bus-company that does this trip?

Thanks!

Is it possible to survive on dollars/credit-card/reais on the argentinian side of the falls(including busride, Entrance-fee, food, tours) Or do we need to have pesos? I guess it is possible to change dollars to pesos in Foz do Iguacu(brazilian town..)?

I'm trying to time my visit to Iguazu (Argentine side) perfectly....

I've heard its better to go during a full moon vs not. Would arriving December 4th and leaving December 6th help me do that?

Also, is it true that the park shuts down on Mondays?

Thanks, Kamal

I have heard reports that water levels are very low in Iguazu right now. Has anyone been there recently to confirm current conditions?

Even though it is wintertime there in Aug/Sept, what are the temps like? I dislike heat and humidity, so if it less hot and less humid during the winter, I don't mind going. And how about the water flow during that time?

I am considering a visit to Iguazu (AR side) in either Jan. or Feb, 2007. I am a bit concerned about the heat and humidity at that time. Will it detract from the enjoyment of our visit? How about rainfall? Thanks.

Hello,

I'll be in Iguazu in about 1 month. We are basing ourselves out of Puerto Iguazu on the Argentine side. We were hoping to take a half-day trip across the border by bus or taxi to see the Brazilian side.

We are american citizens and I know technically we need a visa (over $100 USD) to visit. I have heard from many people on this board that you can hop over the border for a few hours to see the falls without a visa.

Has anyone been there recently who can relay their experience of crossing the border without a visa? What is the worst thing that could happen to us -- could we be allowed into Brazil, but then not allowed back into Argentina because we don't have the proper documentation??

Thanks,

Hello,

I'll be traveling to Iguasu falls in about 6 weeks. Has anyone been there recently who can talk about the condition of the walkways as well as the general force of the falls? Has there been lots of rain so the falls are vigorous or has it been dry and the falls less forceful?

Thanks

Hi I“m spending just under 2 days in the Iguacu area, arriving in the Brazilian side early afternoon on 7th March, leaving Argentinian side early afternoon on 9th March. What is the best way I could plan my trip. I am thinking of spending one night in each side in the cities. Is it possible to see the falls in the afternoon or just the morning. I“m also very interested in doing the speedboat trip under the falls. Do I need to allow time for crossing the border as I“ll be spending 3 months in Argentina after crossing the border?

Can anyone help me plan these 2 days so I can get as much in as possible.

Thanks

Hi There...

Three of us ladies will be flying from Buenos Aires to Iguazu Jan 4th - 7th but do not have a place in mind to stay. Someone made mention that it is much more expensive if you do not go through a travel agent or the airlines you flew in on to reserve. Is this true?

A few more questions if you have a moment...
Can we even find a clean & safe place upon arriving during holiday season? I
f yes, do you have any recommendations? I'm thinking we will be staying outside the park in Puerto Iguazu.

Thank you in advance for any suggestions/thoughts.

Hello,

I will be in Iguazu in April. I have heard that because of flooding many of the walkways were washed away, but are being rebuilt. Has anyone been there recently and can provide an update?

Thanks

I will be staying in Iguazu at a hostel with some friends for 2 nites, visiting both sides of the falls. After, we want to visit Florianopolis, an island in Southern Brasil. Was wondering if there is a direct bus from Foz de Iguazu to Florianopolis??? If anyone has done this trip before and has some advice, please let me know. Can`t afford airfare so travelling by bus is the only option. thanks