Iguazu Falls tour: Boardwalks, train, safari & boat

Stand on the footbridge at Devil's Throat while the roar of 80 meters of falling water surrounds you.

A full-day tour of Iguazu Falls from Puerto Iguazu combines three levels of rainforest boardwalks, an eco-friendly train through the jungle, a 4x4 safari on remote trails, and a boat ride that takes you directly beneath the falls. A bilingual guide leads the entire day, hotel pickup is included, and you choose whether to add the boat ride or walk the boardwalks alone. The tour runs 10 to 11 hours and ends at the base of the falls after crossing the Lower Iguazu River canyon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Iguazu Falls and jungle adventure

• Pickup at hotel in Puerto Iguazu
• Travel by bus to Iguazu National Park
• Visit Argentine side of Iguazu Falls with guide
• Explore three levels of the national park trails
• Cross footbridge with panoramic falls views
• Visit Garganta del Diablo viewpoint
• Take 4x4 jungle safari on Yacaratiá and Puerto Macuco trails
• Descend to dock for boat ride
• Boat cruise beneath Iguazu Falls

The experience

The day starts with pickup at your Puerto Iguazu hotel and a short drive to Iguazú National Park, where your guide meets you at the entrance. You'll walk three distinct levels of the park: each one revealing a different angle of the falls. The lower trail descends into a misty cavern where the sound of water fills the air. The upper trail climbs to a footbridge with panoramic views across the entire cascade. In between, you'll reach the Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat), an 80-meter drop where the Iguazu River plunges at 1.5 million liters per second, and the mist and roar create an overwhelming encounter with the raw force of the falls.

After the boardwalks, you'll board an eco-friendly train that winds through the jungle canopy, then transfer to 4x4 vehicles for a safari along the Yacaratiá and Puerto Macuco trails deep in the subtropical rainforest. Your guide shares details about the park's biodiversity as you travel. When the trail ends, you descend to the dock where the final stage begins: a boat ride through the canyon of the Lower Iguazu River. Wearing a life jacket, you navigate toward the base of the falls, where the spray, the sound and the sheer volume of water create the most direct experience of the day.

You can book this tour two ways: the boardwalk-only version covers the three levels and Devil's Throat on foot, or you can add the Great Adventure boat ride for the full sequence including the jungle train and safari. Children under 12 cannot join the boat portion. Bring a waterproof case for your phone or camera, sunscreen, a hat and water. If you're taking the boat, pack a change of clothes or a raincoat because you will get wet. The tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it doesn't meet that threshold, you'll be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

What’s included

• Bilingual guide in Spanish and English throughout the day.
• hotel pickup in Puerto Iguazu and return transport to your hotel.
• access to all three levels of Iguazu Falls boardwalks and the Garganta del Diablo footbridge.
• eco-friendly jungle train.
• 4x4 safari on remote rainforest trails (Great Adventure option only).
• boat ride through the Lower Iguazu River canyon and beneath the falls (Great Adventure option only).
• waterproof bags for personal belongings.
• life jacket for the boat ride (Great Adventure option only).
• air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and safari.

Options for this experience

2 options

Guide in English or Spanish07:00

Guide in English or Spanish07:00

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you pick a date.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

AgesAdult (14 to 90 years) · Child (12 to 13 years) · Infant (under 1): free

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 49 pickup points.

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

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Ni Lo Pienses Tour

Is this one for you?Choose the boardwalk-only version if you want to see all three levels of the falls and Devil's Throat on foot without the water exposure. Add the Great Adventure if you want the jungle train, safari and the boat ride that takes you directly beneath the falls. The boat option is not available for children under 12, so families with younger kids should book the walk-only tour.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (12 to 13 years); Infant (under 1): free.

What is the Garganta del Diablo and why does it matter on this tour?

The Garganta del Diablo (Devil's Throat) is an 80-meter waterfall where the Iguazu River drops at its most powerful point, and it's the centerpiece of the upper boardwalk. You'll cross a footbridge directly above it, surrounded by the deafening roar and mist, making it the most intense moment of the walk.

Does this tour include the boat ride, or is that a separate choice?

The boat ride is optional. You can book the boardwalk-only version to explore the three levels and Devil's Throat on foot, or add the Great Adventure option, which includes the jungle train, 4x4 safari and the boat ride beneath the falls.

How long does the full tour take, and what time does it start?

The tour runs 10 to 11 hours total. It begins with hotel pickup in Puerto Iguazu and ends at the base of the falls after the boat ride (or at the upper boardwalk if you choose the walk-only option).

What should I bring for the boat ride?

Bring a change of clothes or a raincoat that covers your whole body, because the boat approaches the base of the falls and you will get wet. Waterproof bags are provided by the company for your belongings, and life jackets are supplied for the boat.