Iguacu
Iguacu National Park, with the Falls as its main feature, was added to the World Heritage List for two reasons: its exceptional natural beauty and because it´s the habitat of rare and endangered species.
The Brazilian side of the park measures 170.086 ha. The adjacent Argentinian side is another World Heritage Site.
The waterfalls on both sides together span over 2700 m., and have a height of 80 m.
Iguacu is an indigenous (Tupi-Guarani) name, meaning Great Waters.
Visit October 2004
The Brazilian side of the waterfalls can easily be visited from the town of Foz do Iguacu. A bus takes you through the park, which is a bit too touristy for me (but maybe it has become necessary because of the number of visitors).
There´s a lot of (manmade things) to see and to do here, but I came only for one: to see the falls in all their glory. And fortunately that´s still possible. From a distance of one or two km´s (?) you get an overview of the number of falls that together form a big and broad front.
A bit further on, you can get closer and let yourself get wet. Many rainbows colourize the falling water, lovely to see. The butterflies here also great to watch.
More photos can be found in the Picture Gallery
Reviews
G Wardrope (UK):
The disappointing thing is that this is in the Atlantic rainforest of which only 7% remains. They need to more on the educational front with species under threat such as the harpy eagle etc. Recycling in the park but it all goes to the same landfill site. Tourism is good for the area but alot of work still needs to be done. |
| Date posted: September 2009 |
John Booth (New Zealand):
If anyone thinks they can get away with seeing only the Argentine or the Brazilian side of the falls, they are wrong!. It is vital that you see both sides to get the whole experience.
While the majority of the falls stand on the Argentine side of the border, it is only from the Brazilian side that you can see the full panorama.
The free bus service (included in the entry fee) that operates throught the park stops a several points where different views of the falls can be seen. Only after stopping off a few times did I begin to realise just how large the the falls really are.
One word of warning however: please do not patronise the helicopters, they are believed to be causing damage to the fauna and flora in the National Park. |
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Yes we toured the site from Argentina. Was the most scenic site I have seen in my life time. Spent a day there and it was ever so rewarding with such beauty to capture the human eye. Joan Hird |
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Hilary Cahill (Australia):
Hey guys :),
This year in the June/July holidays, me and my family went to Iguacu National Park. I didn't realise that it would be so spectacular! Like Anne-Sophie Bertrand, I recommend seeing the Devil's Throat and also going on a boat-ride under the falls!!! You really don't know what your missing if you don't see the Falls in your lifetime!
It was sooooo much fun and I hope that you guys will visit there sometime soon, also! :) |
| Date posted: October 2005 |
Anne-Sophie Bertrand (Canada):
Hi everyone,
I have been given the chance to live within the park boundaries for two months and to work there as a wildlife biologist. It was just the most intense place I have ever been in. There is so much energy once you get down into the Devil's Throat (which is the name of the main water fall). If you get the chance to go there, don't miss the chance to do some rafting in the Iguaçu River and enjoy the trails around it.
But, remember : these waterfall are one of this world's wonders, they are to be respected (so...As your mom would remind you : put trash in garbages, don't feed the animals (even though they will look very friendly to you and to your granola bar...) and keep on trails). Thanks for them!
Now, you are all set to experience one of your most unforgettable nature trip ! Have fun |
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