Foz do Iguaçú

Foz do Iguaçú

The world Iguaçu means “big water” in the Tupi-guarani etymology. Foz do Iguaçu is located in the extreme west of the State of Paraná, on the border of Brazil with Paraguay and Argentina. Together with Ciudad del Este and Puerto Iguazu, it is part of one of the biggest cultural tourist destinations in South America. It is a place full of enchantment, with natural and artificial attractions, excellent hotel facilities and a perfect receptions and event infrastructure.

The so-called “eighth wonder of the world” is located in the city of Foz do Iguaçu: the majestic Iguaçu Falls. With 272 falls. Up to 83m tall, the falls are formed by the Iguaçu River. The major attraction is the Garganta do Diabo (Devill’s Throat), which is on the Argentinean side. You may enjoy a boat tour over the rapids of the Falls, in the exciting Macuco Safári.

But, Foz do Iguaçu offers other attractions like the Iguaçu National Park, one of the most beautiful ecological reserves in the world, with 225,000 hectares, and recognized by UNESCO as a Natural Heritage of Humanity. Its falls and the vegetation include 340 species of birds, 700 of butterflies, 40 of mammals, and the Floriano River, which is totally unpolluted. There is also a visitor center, electric bus and the Porto de Canoas, a space with souvenir shops and a panoramic restaurant.

But, there is more. The visitor may visit the Parque das Aves (Birds’ Park) the largest hydro-electrical power station in the world, the Ponte da Amizade (Friendship Bridge), and also shop in Paraguay and Argentina.

Nightlife is quite busy, with casinos, pubs and beerhouses, turning the area into a fascinating place, full of attractions. The region’s typical food is served in a variety of restaurants.

A diversified handcraft is also present in Foz, reflecting some of the local customs, its culture and the tourism attractions of the regions. The main product which can be found easily, is ceramics in its vatied shapes and techniques. The majority of the artisan riches produced in Foz do Iguaçu can be found at Cooperativa de Artesanato da Relião Oeste e Sudoeste do Paraná (Coart).

São Paulo >> Foz do Iguaçu >> São Paulo, Starting at US$ 196.00

Note: Prices are estimates per person based on adults sharing accommodations.

Included Features:

2 - day accommodation
Breakfast
City tour
Transfer in
Transfer out

>> 20 / Aug a 23 / Dec

HOTEL ACCOMODATION EXTRA NIGTH
		DBL	TPL	SGL	CHD*	DBL	TPL	SGL	CHD*
Falls Galli	20/Aug a 28/Dec	155	147	271	47	44	40	81	00
Bristol Dobly Viale Cataratas	20/ Aug a 22/Dec	181	158	290	47	56	45	90	00
Bourbon Cataratas	20/Aug a 22/Dec	343	310	570	47	138	121	230	00

2 a 5 y.o/anos/años

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		Foz do Iguaçú The world Iguaçu means “big water” in the Tupi-guarani etymology. Foz do Iguaçu is located in the extreme west of the State of Paraná, on the border of Brazil with Paraguay and Argentina...
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		Activity: “Exc. Safari Macuco and Waterfall Brasilean side” The big adventure begins at the Macuco Safari entrance gates, located at kilometer 25 of the Cataratas Highway inside the Iguazú National Park, with embarkation in open jeep-towed wagons that permit an unobstructed view of the scenery along the trail. In the water, inflatable bi-motor boats, constructed to withstand the rigors of the excursion, are secure and efficient vessels. During the course of 3 km. into the Jungle, bilingual guides will comment about the particularities of The Brazilian National Park particularities on the second stage you will visit the waterfall known as Salt do Macuco. Lastly you will be traveling along the river up to the jumps known as "The Three Musketeers" and you will receive the "Baptism of the Waters" - Return to hotel (D)
		Activity: “Visit to the Brazilian side of the Falls in excursion and Macuco Safari” Excursion to Iguassu National Park, Inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1984. is part of a large plateau formed by basaltic lavas during the Mesozoic Era, more than 135 million years ago. The park is rich in fauna and includes 68 species of mammals, 422 of birds, 38 of reptiles, and 18 of amphibians, a large number of which are threatened or vulnerable. The first inhabitants in the area were the Caingangues Indians...
		Activity: “Visit to the Argentinean Side of the falls” - Duration 5h Located inside Argentina's side of National Park. Transport takes visitors across the Argentinean border and ends up into the National Park Iguassu, 40 km away from the Brazilian border. Once in Argentina side, a walking tour on the falls. The view is magnificent, specially the one right on top of the Devil`s Throat, reached by little boats leaded through a plotted water corridor on the edge or the basaltic plateau. - Return to Hotel