Brazilian Side Iguazu Falls Tour: Devil's Throat & Upper Circuit

The Devil's Throat platform, the Upper Circuit walkways, and a glass lift to the top viewing deck

A private tour of the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls with a bilingual local guide, hotel pickup and park entry included. You'll ride the ecological train into the rainforest, walk the platforms suspended above Devil's Throat for close views of the main cascades, then follow the Upper Circuit elevated trails for panoramic sightlines across the entire falls. The guide points out the best photo angles, wildlife, geology and flora while handling customs procedures so you skip the queues.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Iguazu Falls Brazilian Side

• Arrive at Iguazú National Park
• Purchase entry ticket
• Take ecological train to main trails
• Walk to Devil’s Throat viewpoint
• Explore Upper Circuit Trail viewpoints

The experience

The Brazilian side delivers the most complete panoramic view of Iguazu Falls in a single morning. You arrive as the park opens at 8:00 AM and board the ecological train, which winds through the lush rainforest toward the main trails. The Upper Circuit and Devil's Throat. The train itself is the first vantage point. Locals and guides watch for toucans, coatis and other wildlife that move through the canopy. The park's single trail system means no backtracking or choosing between competing routes: everything connects in sequence.

Devil's Throat is the centerpiece. You walk out onto platforms that extend directly over the edge, where the thunderous roar of water and the sheer force of the cascades hit you at close range. The Upper Circuit follows, a series of elevated walkways that climb above the falls and give you sightlines across the entire series of cascades as they plunge into the river below. A glass lift carries you to the top viewing deck for a final vantage point. Your guide handles entry procedures and knows which spots yield the clearest photographs at different times of morning, plus the names and behaviors of the birds and plants you pass.

The tour runs five to seven hours depending on pace and how long you linger at each viewpoint. Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so the commentary reaches you without translation lag. Hotel pickup and private transport are included, which means no coordinating separate rides or meeting at a central point. The guide arrives at your accommodation.

What’s included

• Bilingual guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• private transport from your hotel.
• assistance with park entry and customs procedures.
• access to the ecological train, Devil's Throat platforms and Upper Circuit elevated trails.
• glass lift to the top viewing deck.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Youth (7 to 11 years) · Child (under 7)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Paid on siteUS$ 64

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by SCA Falls Tour

Is this one for you?Your guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese, so you follow the commentary without waiting for translation. Choose the language that matches your comfort, and the guide delivers the history, geology and photo tips in real time as you walk.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (7 to 11 years); Child (under 7).

What is the Devil's Throat at Iguazu Falls?

Devil's Throat is the park's most iconic viewpoint, where the main cascades converge and plunge with tremendous force. You walk out on platforms suspended directly above it, giving you an up-close view of the water crashing down and the mist rising from the impact below.

Can I visit the Brazilian side in a morning?

Yes. The Brazilian side has one trail system that covers the main viewpoints (Devil's Throat and the Upper Circuit), and most visitors complete both in a few morning hours, leaving your afternoon free.

What wildlife might I see on the ecological train?

The train passes through the rainforest canopy where toucans, coatis and other species native to the region move through the trees. Sightings depend on the time of day and season, but your guide will point out any animals and plants you encounter.

Does the tour include the park entrance fee?

The tour includes private transport and a bilingual guide. The park entrance fee and eco-tourism tax are separate and paid at the gate. Your guide assists with entry procedures so you avoid standing in long queues.

Is the Upper Circuit trail difficult to walk?

The Upper Circuit is a series of elevated walkways with railings, suitable for all physical fitness levels. The trail is paved and accessible. Infants can ride in a pram or stroller, and the tour is wheelchair accessible.