Tour / Activity Description

COVID-19 Protocols Updates

Currently, all travelers arriving in Brazil by air must provide all of the following documentation:

• A negative Covid-19 Antigen test within 24 hours of flight departure OR a negative Covid-19 Laboratory RT-PCR test within 72 hours of flight.
• Proof of vaccination for applicable ages - either printed or electronic - of immunization approved by ANVISA, WHO or health authorities in the country where immunized - whose last dose has occurred at least 14 days before the flight departure. Some exeptions apply for specific circumstances and anyone declared exempt must quarantine for 14 days.
• Must present to airline before boarding printed or electronic proof of filling out the "Travelers Health Declaration" within a maximum of 24 hours before the flight.

Iguassu Waterfalls (Brazil side)

Located a few kilometers from the union of the Iguassu River with the Paraná, the waterfalls takes you to a state of awe with their size, water flow and strong current.

The geologic change that gave birth to the Iguassu Waterfalls took place nearly 150 million years ago and shook the earth crust around the globe. At the Iguassu region those changes created a gigantic canyon, full of rock steps through which the grand Iguassu flows, producing a huge steam cloud and a deafening sound.

The average flow of the Waterfalls is around 1.800 m3 per second, for an average amount of 10 million liters per second. During the rain season the stream of the Iguassu River increases and shows an even more beautiful spectacle.

The biggest waterfall is the “Devils Throat”, which is 90 meters high. The volume of water poured down creates a cloud of drizzling water that can be watched from kilometers away.

Iguassu Waterfalls (Argentina Side)

A different view from the other side of the border portrays this marvelous natural beauty in another exciting way.

Itaipu Dam

During the 1970´s and the 1980´s, while it was under construction, the Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam was regarded as a pharaonic work, fruit of the megalomaniac commanders ruling Brazil in those years. Today, after three decades, the perspective is quite different. This small group tour in Iguassu Falls gives you an incredible opportunity to get a closer look at such a monumental creation in Brazil.

Responsible for the production of 95% of the electricity consumed in Paraguay, and for 24% of the whole Brazilian consumption, this bi-national enterprise –built by workers, technical operators and engineers from Brazil and Paraguay – proves day after day its magnitude in the national and the international scene.

The first generator unit started to operate in 1984, and since then the power plant has successively broken production and revenue records.

Besides the production of energy, Itaipu also stands as a symbol of environment preservation. The company runs the Biological Haven Bela Vista, continuous reforestation programs and projects that foster fish production as well as wild animal reproduction.

There is also an Eco-museum that tells the story of the construction and maintenance of this unrivaled work.

There are two options to purchase guided tours on-site at Itaipu Dam:

• The Panoramic tour:  Watch a documentary film on the power plant. See the dam and spillway from the central observation deck (without entering the facility) - US$ 15.00 per person (subject to change)
• The Technical tour:  Watch a documentary film on the power plant. See the dam, the spillway from the central observation deck and also visit the facilities of Itaipu Dam - US$ 30.00 per person (subject to change)

As the ticket is not included, you can decide which option to choose on the spot.  Just be mindful that the minimum age for the Technical tour is 14.

Included

• Roundtrip airport transfers from and to Cataratas International Airport
• Three nights hotel accommodations at a 3 star hotel (standard double room)
• Iguassu Waterfalls Tour (Brazil Side)
• Iguassu Waterfalls (Argentina Side) Tour
• Visit to Itaipu Dam
• Lunch at Porto Das Canoas restaurant
• Lunch at La Selva Restaurant
• Guide assistance

Not Included

• Drinks
• Optional guided tour (2 choices) at Itaipu Dam
• Entrance Fees to Iguassu National Park/Brazil
• Entrance fees to Iguassu National Park/Argentina
• Room Tax – US$ 1.00 per day/per person (subject to change)

Important

• Each person must have their passport and you are strongly advised to pay close attention to visa restrictions.
• If you are leaving from Brazil to cross to Argentina, you will need to pay an Eco tourism tax in Puerto Iguazu; please make sure to keep your receipt in order to avoid being charged twice.

48 Hours Minimum Advance Booking Required.  If your hotel pick-up or the tour itinerary requires crossing the Brazil-Argentina border, you must make sure you have the necessary travel documents to cross the border and there will be a per-person Eco-tourism tax required to be paid in cash for each round-trip border crossing (subject to change).  Rates are per person in US Dollars and include pick-up from selected hotels.  Please order online or call us in the USA at 212-852-4822 to order or for more information.