Iguazu Falls

travel wonder in Argentina & Brazil

Why Iguazu Falls

is special

Iguazu Falls stretches along a 3 kilometer (nearly 2 mile) long rim that is shared by Argentina and Brazil. It thunderously plunges the height of a 24-story building into the Iguazu gorge below.

How Iguazu Falls

compares with

other great falls

Iguazu Falls (which ranks 8 among the world's top wonders) is rivaled in mightiness only by Victoria Falls in Africa (ranks 14). The world's other two gold medal winning falls are Angel Falls (ranks 78) and Niagara Falls (87).

Which is best, the

Argentine or Brazilian

side of Iguazu Falls?

The Argentine side has the best and most varied up-close views of Iguazu Falls while the Brazilian side has the spectacular panoramic view. My best advice: See both.

Iguazu Falls'

top attraction

Of all many tall cascades that collectively make up Iguazu Falls, the semi-circular Devil's Throat is by far the most awesome. It is the world's mightiest single water fall (in terms of water-flow volume) - and its incessant roar is deafening, to the point of being terrifying.

Best time

for sightseeing

Defining "best" depends on your priority. There are significant trade-offs:

If you want to experience Iguazu Falls at its full might. Go during the rainy season (normally the rain is heaviest from around December to February). However, you might encounter cold and dreary days as well as sightseeing trails that are occasionally closed due to rain damage.

If you want warm, blue-sky weather. Go during the dry season (typically from April to July). Unfortunately, Iguazu Falls noticeably dwindles in strength. If you are very unlucky, Iguazu Falls may be completely dry (which occurs for a week or more every several decades or so).

If you want a compromise. Try March, August or September.

Length of stay

Most visitors to Iguazu Falls fly in from either Rio de Janeiro in Brazil or Buenos Aires in Argentina. Some do it as a day trip. I strongly suggest staying at least two days - one to explore the Argentine side, the other, the Brazilian side.

Interesting tidbits

about Iguazu Falls

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I hope your Argentina and Brazil travel dreams come true - and that 

my Iguazu Falls page helps you enjoy your vacation, tour or trip

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