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Before my trip, I booked a one-day tour on Viator to explore the breathtaking waterfalls of both Argentina and Brazil. The tour ran from 8 am to 6 pm, with Argentina in the morning and Brazil in the afternoon. It included round-trip transportation and handled all border crossing formalities between the two countries but excluded lunch and entrance fees for both sides.
The day before departure, our guide created a WhatsApp group to keep us informed. He reminded us to purchase tickets for the Argentine side in advance, while tickets for the Brazilian side could be bought on-site. In Argentina, there’s an additional ecological conservation fee—equivalent to 1 USD, 10 Brazilian reais, or 45,000 Argentine pesos—that all visitors must pay.
I made sure to carry 10 Brazilian reais just in case.
🇦🇷: Our morning began with a visit to the iconic Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo) and the Upper Circuit (Circuito Superior). To reach the Devil’s Throat, we boarded a charming little train that transported us deep into the park. After disembarking, a 20-minute walk led us to the edge of this awe-inspiring natural wonder.
Standing on the bridge overlooking the Devil’s Throat, it felt as though nature itself was roaring, attempting to devour everything within its reach. Leaving the Devil’s Throat behind, we continued our journey along the Upper Circuit, where we were treated to stunning views of the Iguazu Falls from entirely different angles.
🇧🇷: In the afternoon, we embarked on the Panoramic Trail (Trilha das Cataratas), leading to the Devil’s Throat viewpoint (Mirante da Garganta do Diabo). This scenic trail took about 20 minutes to traverse, starting where the driver dropped us off and ending at the breathtaking viewpoint. By the time we reached the trailhead, the temperature had soared close to 40 degrees Celsius, leaving me drenched in sweat.
However, upon reaching the viewpoint, the cool mist from the cascading waterfall enveloped me, offering instant relief. Strangely enough, I didn’t even worry about catching a chill because the water was surprisingly warm—it almost felt like a tropical shower!
This unforgettable day allowed me to experience the Iguazu Falls not only as an observer but also as someone who stepped “into” the scene. With the morning sun casting its golden glow and clouds rolling in by the afternoon, the changing weather added layers to my perception and appreciation of the falls.
Waterfalls, after all, are often natural borders, and three of the world’s most magnificent ones—Iguazu, Victoria, and Niagara—are situated along such boundaries. Perhaps it is precisely their placement along these borders that compels us to view them from multiple perspectives, fully revealing their grandeur and allure.
