Iguazu Private Tour: Helicopter, Boat & Bird Park Experience

Four ways to see the falls in one day: hike, fly, boat and walk among the birds

A full-day private tour of Iguazu Falls from Foz do Iguaçu combines a hiking trail with panoramic views, a helicopter flight at 300 meters above the falls, a boat trip into the spray, and a guided walk through the bird park. The tour includes all park entry tickets, private transportation, and refreshments. A live guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and two additional languages. Minimum age is six years, though the boat trip and helicopter are not recommended for travelers with certain health conditions.

The experience

Eight hours lets you move through four distinct vantage points without rushing. The day starts with a hike along a 1.4-kilometer trail that puts you at eye level with the falls' scale, then a helicopter lifts you 300 meters above them so you see the entire system at once. The Macuco Safari boat trip brings you close enough to feel the power of the water. Changing facilities and lockers on site let you manage what gets wet and what stays dry.

The bird park, Parque das Aves, occupies the final stretch. A guided walk through large enclosures puts you in direct contact with the animals: the park runs breeding and reintroduction programs for endangered species. Private transportation moves you between each stop, and the guide handles the logistics so you focus on what you're seeing. Mineral water, soft drinks and fruit juices come with the tour.

New vehicles with special permits for national park access and guides with years of professional experience in the region mean the practical details are settled before you arrive. You'll need a valid visa depending on your nationality, and the boat trip and helicopter are not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

What’s included

• Private transportation throughout the day.
• entrance tickets to the Brazilian side of Iguazu National Park.
• entrance to Parque das Aves bird park.
• panoramic helicopter flight over the falls at 300 meters.
• Macuco Safari boat trip into the falls.
• mineral water, soft drinks and fruit juices.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by EBL - Tours

Is this one for you?Pickup from Foz do Iguaçu means you don't need a rental car or a second booking to reach the falls. The guide collects you and moves you through all four experiences in sequence, which works whether you're staying in town or passing through for the day.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Portuguese.

What does the helicopter flight over Iguazu Falls actually show you?

The helicopter circles at about 300 meters altitude, giving you an overhead view of the entire waterfall system at once. The perspective you can't get from the ground. It's a short flight that frames the scale of the falls before you experience them up close on the boat.

How close does the boat trip get to the waterfalls?

The Macuco Safari boat takes you into the spray and power of the falls themselves. You'll get wet, which is why the tour includes changing facilities and lockers on site to store anything that shouldn't get soaked.

What is the bird park and how long do you spend there?

Parque das Aves is a 1.4-kilometer guided walk through large enclosures where you have direct contact with the birds and other animals. The park focuses on preserving endangered species through breeding programs and reintroductions, and it closes out the day after the helicopter and boat experiences.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the tour, or is pickup included?

Private transportation from Foz do Iguaçu is included. The guide meets you and handles all movement between the hike, helicopter, boat and bird park stops.

What's included in the tour price besides the activities?

Entry tickets to the Brazilian side of the national park and the bird park, the helicopter flight, the boat trip, private transport, and refreshments (mineral water, soft drinks, fruit juices) are all included.