Iguazu Falls 2-Day Tour: Argentina & Brazil with boat ride

Argentine falls, Brazilian panoramas, and a boat into the mist

A 2-day guided tour of Iguazu Falls that splits the experience between the Argentine side's trails and the iconic Great Adventure boat ride, and the Brazilian side's panoramic viewpoints and Bird Park. Professional guides in English or Spanish lead both days. Park entry and hotel pickup (where available) are included. Flights and accommodation are separate bookings.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Devil's Throat1h · entry included
2. Iguazu Falls2h · entry included

Day 1: Explore Argentine side of Iguazu Falls

• Fly from Buenos Aires to Iguazu
• Transfer to Iguazu National Park
• Visit Iguazu Falls scenic trails
• Walk to Devil's Throat viewpoint
• Lunch break at food center
• Take train to Garganta del Diablo Station
• Experience Devil's Throat waterfall

Day 2: Visit Brazilian side and Bird Park

• Explore Brazilian side panoramic viewpoints
• Walk scenic trails near waterfalls
• Visit Bird Park aviaries

The experience

Day one focuses on the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls. A professional guide takes you through Iguazú National Park on scenic trails, moving at a pace that lets you absorb the scale of the falls. The centerpiece is the Devil's Throat (an 80-meter drop that concentrates the largest flow of water at Iguazu) reached by train deeper into the forest. You'll stand on catwalks directly above it, where the permanent mist and roar of water make the sheer volume impossible to ignore. Later that day comes the Great Adventure boat ride, which takes you into the lower Iguazú River for an up-close encounter with the falls from water level.

Day two shifts to the Brazilian side, where the viewpoints offer a different perspective on the same waterfalls. You walk scenic trails along the rim, seeing the full sweep of the falls and the Devil's Throat from across the gorge. The afternoon includes a visit to the Bird Park, a conservation center near the national park where you walk through aviaries to see toucans, macaws, parrots and other tropical birds up close while learning about local wildlife and conservation work.

The tour includes a professional guide for both days, entry to both national parks, and the boat ride. Hotel pickup is available for accommodations in Iguazú. The agency will confirm your pickup time once the itinerary is set. Lunch and drinks are on your own expense. Note that US citizens need a Brazil visa before the tour: entry to the Brazilian side requires valid documentation, and the tour cannot proceed without it.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English or Spanish for both days.
• entry to Iguazú National Park (Argentine side) and Iguaçu National Park (Brazilian side).
• Great Adventure boat ride on the lower Iguazú River.
• Bird Park visit with guided walk through aviaries.
• hotel pickup and drop-off (available for hotels in Iguazú).

Options for this experience

2 options

Two-day Iguazu Falls tour covering Argentina and Brazil, including a boat adventureGuide in English or Spanish · 07:00Pickup is included

Argentina and Brazil with boatGuide in English or Spanish · Available from 1 Jan 2027Argentina and Brazil with boat; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to2d before

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 55

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by AURIC TRAVEL

Is this one for you?The two-day structure lets you experience both the Argentine and Brazilian perspectives of the same waterfalls without rushing: day one's trails and boat ride, day two's panoramic viewpoints and wildlife. If you have only one day available, a single-day option would be more practical. If you want to linger longer or add other activities in the region, a longer tour might suit you better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What is the Devil's Throat and why is it the main stop on the Argentine side?

The Devil's Throat is the largest waterfall at Iguazu, a single 80-meter drop that concentrates the biggest flow of water in the entire system. Catwalks take you directly above it, where the volume of water creates a permanent fog. It's the centerpiece of the Argentine tour because of its scale and power.

Do I need a visa to visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls?

US citizens must obtain a Brazil visa before the tour. Entry to the Brazilian side requires valid documentation, and the tour cannot proceed without it. Other nationalities should check their visa requirements with Brazilian immigration.

What happens on the Great Adventure boat ride?

The boat takes you into the lower Iguazú River for a close-up view of the falls from water level. It's included on day one as part of the Argentine side experience, giving you a perspective of the waterfalls you cannot get from the trails.

Is lunch included in the tour?

Lunch and beverages are not included. You'll have time to eat at your own expense at the food center during the day. The guide will show you where to stop.

What is the Bird Park and when do I visit it?

The Bird Park is a conservation center near Iguazu National Park where you walk through immersive aviaries to see tropical birds like toucans, macaws and parrots up close. It's part of the Brazilian side tour on day two, after you've finished the falls viewpoints.

Can children under 12 join this tour?

Children under 12 are not permitted on the Great Adventure boat ride for safety reasons. If your group includes younger children, they cannot participate in this 2-day tour as written.