Parque Nacional Iguazú can be experienced along trails with very different layouts: the Paseo Inferior runs along the falls on boardwalks, the Paseo Superior has no stairs, and the Sendero Macuco combines a longer hike with birdwatching in the selva. This means Iguazú Department is defined not only by its waterfalls, but also by trails, stretches of river and protected areas. The park was established in 1934 and declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.

Boardwalks, circuits and river trails

The Paseo Inferior is 1,750 meters long. Its route of boardwalks and stairs runs alongside the falls of the Río Iguazú, where you can experience the cascading water up close. The Paseo Superior is a one-way, 1,850-meter circuit on stair-free boardwalks and is accessible to all visitor groups. You can therefore distinguish between these two routes by their length and number of stairs.

An 1,100-meter stair-free boardwalk over the upper riverbed of the Río Iguazú leads to Garganta del Diablo. The Sendero Macuco, by contrast, is a seven-kilometer round trip where you can observe birds and explore the selva. While the boardwalks by the falls focus on the water and riverbed, the Macuco follows a trail through the selva and its birdlife.

The Tren Ecológico de la Selva runs from Estación Central to the Cataratas and Garganta stations. From Estación Garganta del Diablo, you can explore the islands in the upper Río Iguazú on the Paseo Ecológico by rowing boat. Alongside the boardwalk trails, train and river rides are therefore among the different ways to experience the park landscape.

According to the fare information updated as of June 1, 2026, admission includes Sendero Verde, the Tren Ecológico, Circuito Superior, Circuito Inferior, Circuito Garganta del Diablo, Sendero Macuco and the Centro de Visitantes. Included facilities may change.

Another option is Camino del Yaguareté, a moderate-difficulty cycling route within Parque Nacional Iguazú. It leads to the upper Río Iguazú and Puerto Canoas. A bicycle, helmet and gloves are included; the route is suitable for people aged ten and over. Advance reservations are required, and places are limited. Reservation and weather conditions may change; check the details before making plans.

Selva, water and local discoveries

In the broader destination of Misiones, Parque Nacional Iguazú protects more than 67,000 hectares of the Selva Paranense. Misiones also has more than 800 waterways, including the Paraná, Iguazú and Uruguay rivers. In Iguazú Department, the landscape can also be seen at Parque Provincial Esperanza: it protects 686 hectares of selva, stretching from Sierra Morena to the private Refugio Aguaraí-mi. The Uragua-í and Aguaray-Guazú streams run through Parque Provincial Esperanza.

At Hito Tres Fronteras, you can see where the Iguazú and Paraná rivers meet, as well as the borders of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay. At Jardín de los Picaflores, you can observe free-flying hummingbirds. In an environment with native flora, they feed on flowers, fruits and seeds.

Refugio Güirá Ogá has trails through a rescue, rehabilitation and breeding center for endangered birds, mammals and reptiles. Check visitor information for Refugio Güirá Ogá and Jardín de los Picaflores again before your trip. Near Puerto Iguazú, the La Aripuca theme park offers information about deforestation, environmental protection and Guaraní culture. Regional cuisine is also part of Puerto Iguazú’s character: it often includes river fish and grilled meat.

Discover more destinations

Iguazú Falls, Wanda, Puerto Esperanza, General Manuel Belgrano Department, El Dorado, Candelaria Department, Libertador General San Martín Department, Oberá Department

For the broader travel overview: Misiones.