Explore the wild side of Northeast Argentina on this Ibera Wetlands and Iguazu Falls Safari. The journey focuses on wildlife encounters in the pristine Ibera marshes—home to caimans, capybaras, and diverse birdlife—before continuing to the subtropical rainforest of Iguazu. This program balances expert-led nature safaris with the breathtaking experience of the falls. Designed for travelers seeking an active and well-organized connection with nature, it ensures a comfortable stay in one of South America's most important biodiversity hotspots.
Low-impact activities for everyone
Independent trips, with a selection of guided activities
Less than 20 travelers for a personalized experience
Expertos locales liderando el camino
Capture stunning vistas and memorable moments
Engage with local traditions and communities
Spot native animals in their natural habitats
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Iguazu
On arrival you will be driven to Loi Suites hotel.
Day 2: Visit to the Waterfalls on the Argentine side – Jet Boat Adventure
We will visit the three main circuits of the Iguazu Falls on Argentine side:
*The Lower Circuit, with its main falls: Garganta Del Diablo, San Martín and Bozzetti. Here is where we will enjoy the Jet Boat Adventure.
*The Superior Circuit with a panoramic view of the falls.
*The Devil's Throat, the most impressive of the falls and can only be visited on the Argentine side.
Day 3: Visit to the Waterfalls on the Brazilian side
We will explore the Falls on the Brazilian side. Walking along its walkways we will have wonderful panoramic views of all the falls that are part of the Iguazu Brazilian forest.
Day 4: Iguazu – Ibera Wetlands
We will travel to the city of Posadas to change vehicles and head towards the Iberá Wetlands. We will stay at Rincón Del Socorro to begin our safari the following day.
** This segment can be done by light aircraft upon request **
Day 5: Local fauna watching - Hiking
We will explore the area on foot looking for the footprint and detecting the presence of the Iberá animals. Some of the animals we will spot have been successfully reintroduced in the recent years. We will have the possibility of see endemic species such as the yellow cardinal, the collared yetapá and the harpy eagle. The complete list of birds reaches 350 species.
Day 6: Sailing in Laguna Ibera
Today we will visit the area of Laguna Iberá and Colonia Carlos Pellegrini, which used to be a town of shellfish gatherers (hunters). This boat trips gets closer to the animals that inhabit the lagoon without scaring them: alligators, swamp deer and hundreds of birds.
Day 7: Horseback riding and night safari
Today will explore the area on horseback, enjoying the landscape from another point of view having the chance to spot deer, among other species. It is a half –day activity and can last between 2 and 3 hours. At night we will make a magnificent safari make special contact with the species that go hunting when the temperature gets cooler.
Day 8: End of the tour
After breakfast say goodbye and transfer to Posadas Airport.
Included Activities
Argentine Waterfalls
The Argentine Falls excursion is Iguazú's greatest treasure. We will enjoy one of the world's main waterfalls and marvel at the famous "Devil's Throat". The tour begins early in the morning when a bus picks you up at the hotel. After a short ride, we will enter Iguazú National Park, declared a Natural World Heritage Site in 1984.
The park covers 67,000 hectares of subtropical jungle with rich flora and fauna. The visit begins at the interpretation center with its Natural Sciences Museum. Then we will continue along the lower circuit to see the "Dos Hermanas", "Bossetti", and "Escondido" falls, San Martín Island, and the "Unión" waterfall.
Next we will tour the upper circuit with its walkways over the falls until reaching "San Martín". Finally, we will take the Jungle Train to Puerto Canoas, from where we will walk 1,000 meters along walkways to the impressive Devil's Throat, where the falls display their full power in an unforgettable experience.
Jetboat Adventure
The Great Adventure Tour is one of the best adventure excursions that complement the visit to Iguazu Falls. With departures every hour and a half between 9am and 4:30pm, the tour allows us to appreciate nature at its finest.
The excursion begins by approaching the falls and disembarking at San Martín Island, the heart of the waterfalls. We then continue in semi-rigid inflatable boats, navigating 6 km along the Lower Iguazu River, including 2 km through the famous rapids.
Finally, we arrive at Macuco Port, where we leave the boats and board an all-terrain truck that travels 8 km through the Misiones jungle along the Yacaratiá Trail.
Brazilian Waterfalls
The Brazilian Falls excursion, located 28 kilometers from the city of Foz do Iguaçu, offers an unparalleled panoramic perspective of the 275 waterfalls that make up this breathtaking natural wonder. The journey takes you along a scenic 1,200-meter boardwalk that winds directly in front of the cascading waters, providing perfect viewpoints to capture the sheer immensity of the landscape.
Along the trail, you will experience the full grandeur of the four main waterfalls on the Brazilian side: Floriano, Deodoro, Benjamin Constant, and the majestic Salto Unión, which frames the famous Devil's Throat. This unforgettable adventure culminates with a ride on a spectacular panoramic elevator, seamlessly connecting the end of the boardwalk with the park bus that takes us back to the main entrance.
