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Garganta do Diabo and around
A day in Foz do Iguaçu · 9:30–13:15 · 4 stops
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mapvivid.com/foz-do-iguacu/itineraries/garganta-do-diabo-and-aroundA walking day around Hotel das Cataratas, Garganta do Diabo and Elevador Panorâmico, with a lunch break nearby and Macuco Safari to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Hotel das Cataratas ↗30 min
Historic hotel at the start of the falls trail
- Start the trail here
- Beautiful views
↓ 12 min walk
10:152Garganta do Diabo ↗1 hGo early
Walkway to the edge of the Devil's Throat
- Expect heavy spray
- Protect your phone
↓ 12 min walk
11:303Elevador Panorâmico ↗30 min
Panoramic elevator and walkway above the falls
- Use it to return up
- Great views
↓ 14 min walk
12:154Macuco Safari ↗1 hBook ahead
Jungle ride and boat trip to the falls
- Bring a change of clothes
- Waterproof your gear
Lunch
13:15Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Foz do Iguaçu tips
Transportation
- Take bus 120 to the falls: The public bus line from the city's urban terminal runs to the airport and the Brazilian side of Iguazu National Park.
- Cross to Argentina with a remis or tour: Taxis and transfer vans handle border paperwork for the Argentine side; allow extra time for immigration lines.
- Use ride-hailing in town: Apps like Uber operate in Foz and are usually cheaper and easier than flagging taxis.
Local Hacks
- Arrive at opening time: Get to the park gates early to beat tour groups and enjoy the walkways and viewpoints in quieter conditions.
- Check river levels before you go: The falls' volume changes a lot with rainfall; after heavy rains they are thunderous, during droughts much thinner.
- Visit Parque das Aves: The bird sanctuary right next to the falls entrance is a great add-on, with toucans and macaws up close.
Saving
- Visit both sides of the falls: The Brazilian side gives panoramic views in half a day, while the Argentine side needs a full day; plan efficiently.
- Bring snacks and water: Food inside the national parks is pricey; pack your own snacks and refill bottles where possible.
- Carry some local currency: Paying in Argentine pesos or Brazilian reais usually beats the exchange rates offered at border shops.
Security
- Keep your passport handy: You need ID for border crossings to Argentina and Paraguay, and checks can happen on the way back too.
- Be careful in Ciudad del Este: The Paraguayan shopping city is chaotic and known for pickpockets and counterfeit goods; carry little cash.
- Do not feed the coatis: The coatis at the falls look cute but bite and scratch, and they will snatch food from bags.
Cultural
- Visit the Itaipu Dam: The massive binational dam is a source of local pride and offers guided tours from the Brazilian side.
- Explore the triple frontier: At the Marco das Tres Fronteiras you can see Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay meeting at the river confluence.
- Try a churrascaria: Southern Brazil's barbecue culture is strong in Foz, with rodizio restaurants serving endless grilled meats.
Weather/Clothing
- Prepare for heat and humidity: Summers are very hot and humid; wear breathable clothes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen.
- Expect to get soaked: The walkways near Devil's Throat are drenched in spray, so bring a poncho and a waterproof phone pouch.
- Pack a jacket in winter: June to August can bring surprisingly chilly mornings and evenings, so carry a warm layer.
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Day 2 of 29:30–13:154 stops
Garganta do Diabo and around
A walking day around Hotel das Cataratas, Garganta do Diabo and Elevador Panorâmico, with a lunch break nearby and Macuco Safari to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 30 minHistoric hotel at the start of the falls trail
3 tips
- Start the trail here
- Beautiful views
- Walk the trail downstream
📷 Photos
12 min walk
210:15 · 1 hWalkway to the edge of the Devil's Throat
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Expect heavy spray
- Protect your phone
📷 Photos
12 min walk
311:30 · 30 minPanoramic elevator and walkway above the falls
3 tips
- Use it to return up
- Great views
- Check operating hours
📷 Photos
14 min walk
412:15 · 1 hJungle ride and boat trip to the falls
- Tip: Book ahead
2 tips
- Bring a change of clothes
- Waterproof your gear
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:15
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.