Iguazu Falls Private Tour: Both Argentina & Brazil Sides

One day, two countries, both sides of the falls.

A private full-day tour of Iguazu Falls covering both the Argentine and Brazilian sides, with a licensed guide managing cross-border immigration and transportation. You walk the Argentine trails close to the falls, then move to Brazil for panoramic views and lunch overlooking the river, with the option to add a boat ride to the base of the falls.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Iguazu Falls3h
2. Iguaçu National Park3h

Explore Iguazu Falls Argentina and Brazil

• Begin tour in Argentina with transportation
• Ride eco-train to Upper Circuit and Devil’s Throat
• Walk 4 km on trails viewing waterfalls and wildlife
• Travel to Brazil’s Iguaçu National Park
• Lunch at Porto Canoas food court
• Walk 1 km trail with panoramic falls views
• Optional Macuco Safari boat ride at falls base

The experience

The tour starts on the Argentine side, where an eco-train carries you to the Upper Circuit and Devil's Throat trails. The walking distance is 4 km across rest stops and viewpoints where the falls dominate the view. Along the way, you may spot butterflies, birds, and caimans moving through the forest. The walkways here bring you close enough to feel the spray and hear the roar of the water.

After the Argentine trails, your guide handles the crossing into Brazil and the entry to Iguaçu National Park. Lunch happens at Porto Canoas, a food court overlooking the Iguaçu River where you can eat and watch the water. Then a 1 km trail on the Brazilian side offers the panoramic views that show the true scale of the falls: coatis and capuchin monkeys often appear along this stretch. If you want the final piece, the optional Macuco Safari is a guided wagon ride through the park followed by a boat that takes you to the base of the falls themselves, close enough to feel the power of the water.

Private transportation and a licensed guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese mean the border crossing happens without stress, and the day stays on schedule even if you have a same-day flight. The itinerary moves at your pace, and the guide coordinates all documentation in advance so you simply walk and look.

What’s included

• Personalized itinerary at your own pace.
• private guide in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.
• passenger documentation handling for the international crossing.
• pre-coordinated border crossing assistance.

Options for this experience

3 options

Iguazu Falls: Full-day private tour of Brazil and Argentina, with an optional boat tripGuide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · No fixed timePickup is included

Best Value for Private GroupsGuide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · No fixed timePrivate Groups: A private full-day tour of Brazil and Argentina with a dedicated guide and comfortable transport, offering excellent value for groups. Includes pickup

Pickup and Drop-off at the AirportGuide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · No fixed timeIGU / IGR Airport: A private full-day tour of Brazil and Argentina with airport pickup and drop-off at IGU or IGR, depending on flight schedules. Includes pickup

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 day

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Youth (7 to 11 years) · Child (3 to 6 years) · Infant (under 3): free

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$ 1.31

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Sigafoztur

Is this one for you?Book this private tour if you want to see both the Argentine and Brazilian sides in one day. Your guide handles the border crossing logistics so you move between countries without delays.

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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 (3 to 6 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What's the walking distance on the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls?

The Argentine side covers 4 km across the Upper Circuit and Devil's Throat trails, with rest breaks built in along the way. An eco-train carries you between sections so the walking is broken into manageable stretches.

Do I need to arrange my own border crossing between Argentina and Brazil?

No. Your guide manages all cross-border logistics in advance and handles passenger documentation, so the immigration process runs smoothly and you don't have to navigate it yourself.

What wildlife might I see on this tour?

On the Argentine trails, butterflies, birds, and caimans appear in the forest. On the Brazilian side, coatis and capuchin monkeys are common along the panoramic trail.

Is the Macuco Safari boat ride included in the tour price?

The Macuco Safari is optional and tickets must be purchased separately. It's a guided wagon tour through the park followed by a boat ride to the base of the falls.

Can I do this tour if I have a flight the same day?

Yes. The private transportation and fixed itinerary are designed for travelers with same-day departures, keeping the day punctual and stress-free.