Iguazú Department: Waterfalls, Trails and Selva

Parque Nacional Iguazú offers trails at the Río Iguazú falls, a circuit above the upper riverbed and the Sendero Macuco through the Selva. The park was established in 1934 and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984. Its routes vary in length and number of stairs—specific features that can help with planning.

Experience the waterfalls along different trails

The Paseo Inferior is a 1,750-meter trail with walkways and stairs. It runs alongside the falls, where you can experience the cascading water at close range. The Paseo Superior is a 1,850-meter one-way circuit along stair-free walkways and is accessible to all visitor groups. At Garganta del Diablo, a stair-free walkway measuring 1,100 meters also crosses above the upper riverbed of the Río Iguazú, providing access to Garganta del Diablo.

When comparing these trails, you can take their length and the number of stairs into account: the Paseo Inferior includes stairs, while the walkways of the Paseo Superior and Garganta del Diablo are stair-free. The Sendero Macuco has a different focus. Along this 7-kilometer round-trip trail, you can watch birds and explore the Selva.

More trails and activities in Parque Nacional Iguazú

The Tren Ecológico de la Selva runs from Estación Central to the Cataratas and Garganta stations. On the Paseo Ecológico, you can explore the islands in the upper Río Iguazú by rowing boat from the Garganta del Diablo station. Facilities included in the admission fee are Sendero Verde, Tren Ecológico, Circuito Superior, Circuito Inferior, Circuito Garganta del Diablo, Sendero Macuco and Centro de Visitantes. Fare information was updated on June 1, 2026; the facilities included may change. Check the information before your visit.

Another option is the Camino del Yaguareté cycling route within the park. It is of moderate difficulty and leads to the upper Río Iguazú and Puerto Canoas. Bicycles, helmets and gloves are included; the route is suitable for people aged 10 and over. Advance reservations are required, and places are limited. Reservation and weather conditions may change—check them before making plans.

Selva, waterways and wildlife watching

Parque Provincial Esperanza protects 686 hectares of Selva, extending from Sierra Morena to the private Refugio Aguaraí-mi. The Uragua-í and Aguaray-Guazú streams run through the park. This protected area complements the trails in the national park with another perspective on the landscape of Iguazú Department.

At Jardín de los Picaflores, you can watch hummingbirds flying freely. In the area’s native flora, they feed on flowers, fruit and seeds. Refugio Güirá Ogá has trails through a rescue, rehabilitation and breeding center for endangered birds, mammals and reptiles. Check visitor information for both places before your trip.

Culture and regional impressions

At Hito Tres Fronteras, you can see the confluence of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers and the borders of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. Nearby, the La Aripuca theme park offers insights into deforestation, environmental protection and Guaraní culture.

Minas de Piedras Semipreciosas de Wanda includes tunnels and galleries where semiprecious stones are extracted in open-pit mines and the extraction process can be observed. Operating conditions may vary; find out about current conditions before visiting. In Puerto Iguazú, regional cuisine often includes river fish and grilled meat.

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