Stand within the spray: this private day tour from Belmond Hotel das Cataratas takes you across the border to Argentina’s Iguazú National Park for the closest views, walkways and Devil’s Throat platforms. Bring your passport and waterproof shoes.
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Mist thins the air like a curtain pushed aside; the first throat of Iguazú appears as a thunderous wall, water daring you closer. Leaving the colonial-arched façade of Belmond Hotel das Cataratas, your private transfer crosses an international boundary and drops you at the Argentine entrance, where boardwalks unspool along plunging falls and rainforest trails punctuate the roar.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–9 hours
Fitness Level
Good steady walking fitness; ability to handle stairs, slippery boardwalks and several kilometers of walking over the day.
Wildlife
History
Iguazú sits on basalt flows from ancient volcanism; the park preserves lands long inhabited by Guaraní communities and later visited by 19th-century explorers.
Conservation
Both countries manage park zones to limit development—stay on boardwalks, avoid feeding wildlife and pack out waste to minimize visitor impact.
Reserve your spot on the Argentine Side Iguassu Falls Belmond Hotel das Cataratas today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Carry your passport and check visas
This tour crosses the Brazil–Argentina border twice—bring a valid passport and confirm visa requirements well before travel.
Wear waterproof, grippy footwear
Boardwalks and viewing platforms are wet; closed-toe shoes with good traction and a change of socks improve comfort.
Expect park fees and internal train costs
Entrance to Iguazú National Park and the ecological train within the park are usually paid separately on-site—carry local currency or card.
Start early to avoid crowds and midday heat
Morning light and lower visitor numbers make the Devil’s Throat and upper circuits more enjoyable—aim to arrive when the park opens.
Waterproof hiking shoes
Provide traction on wet boardwalks and comfort for several hours of walking.
Light waterproof jacket or poncho
Protects against heavy waterfall spray and occasional tropical rain.
summer
Waterproof phone/camera case
Safeguards electronics from constant mist and spray near major viewpoints.
Reusable water bottle with filter
Keeps you hydrated and reduces plastic waste; useful for long park days.