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9-Day Iguazu Falls and Ibera Marshlands

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Overview

Discover Argentina's magical east over nine days! The mighty Iguazu Falls and Ibera Marshland awaits.

On this exciting adventure, you'll tour the northern region of Argentina, being in contact with nature and walking in one of the region's most unspoilt of Argentina.

You'll begin your tour in the exciting city of Buenos Aires before you head off to visit the Esteros del Iberá where wildlife lives in its fullness and spectacular scenery is a given. You'll enjoy activities outdoors and get in touch with the traditional Gaucho life.

Moving on, you'll head to Iguazu Falls to admire one of the most beautiful natural ecosystems in the world.
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Buenos Aires!

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Welcome to Buenos Aires!

Today, you'll arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel. After checking into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish exploring the city.

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    Accommodation

    Meliá Buenos Aires4 star

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    Activities

    Buenos AiresOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Buenos Aires Airport to Meliá Buenos Aires

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    Destinations

    Comuna 1

    Buenos Aires

Day 2

Buenos Aires City Tour

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Buenos Aires City Tour

Today, you'll explore the city of Buenos Aires. You'll start with the symbol of our city: the Obelisk. You'll visit different squares such as Plaza de Mayo, Plaza San Martín, and Plaza Congreso, and avenues like Corrientes and Mayo, 9 de Julio. Tap into the history of the city in neighbourhoods like La Boca, San Telmo, Montserrat, and of course, the football stadium before cooling down in the local parks. In the evening, you'll be free to explore the city on your own.

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    Accommodation

    Meliá Buenos Aires4 star

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    Activities

    Buenos Aires City Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Comuna 1

    Buenos Aires

Day 3

Fly from Buenos Aires to Ibera Marshlands

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Fly from Buenos Aires to Ibera Marshlands

This morning, you'll transfer to the domestic airport in Buenos Aires and then catch a flight to Posadas. Upon arrival, you'll hop in a private transfer to the hotel in Esteros del Ibera, Puerto Valle Lodge. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy an introductory talk about the Ibera Marshlands and a guided walk through the estancia. In the evening, you'll enjoy a dinner of local specialities at the lodge.

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    Accommodation

    Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Meliá Buenos Aires to Buenos Aires Airport

    Plane from Buenos Aires Airport to Libertador General José de San Martín AirportOptional Activity

    Private Driver from Libertador General José de San Martín Airport to Puerto Valle - Hotel de Esteros

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Comuna 1

    Corrientes

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    Notes

    In the afternoon, you'll enjoy an introductory talk about the Ibera Marshlands and a guided walk through the Estancia.

Day 4

Laguna Valle Expedition

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Laguna Valle Expedition

Today, you'll embark on an exclusive expedition on 4x4 vehicles across fields, plantations, and marshes. The excursión departs from the pier on a motorboat, navigating the attractive waterways towards Laguna Valle. There are plenty of opportunities to watch caiman, capibara, marsh deer, and innumerable bird species on a stopover at the vantage point.

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    Accommodation

    Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros4 star

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    Activities

    Laguna Valle Expedition

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    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Corrientes

    Puerto Valle

Day 5

Activities at Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros

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Activities at Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros

There are numerous activities to enjoy today at Puerto Valle in order to explore the Ibera Wetlands and the abundance of flora and fauna that call them home. In the wetlands, you can take an expedition to Laguna Valle or enjoy a guided photo safari at Cambyretá Portal. On the Paraná River, you can go sailing or kayaking. From the lodge, you can go horseback riding, or take a tour of the tree nursery and the organic garden.

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    Accommodation

    Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros4 star

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    Activities

    Activities at Puerto Valle Hotel de Esteros

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Corrientes

Day 6

Travel from Ibera Marshlands to Iguazu Falls

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Travel from Ibera Marshlands to Iguazu Falls

Today, after breakfast you'll check out from your Ibera estancia and board a private transfer to your hotel in Iguazu Falls. Upon arrival, you'll check into your hotel and then have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to spend as you wish before you begin exploring in the morning. Your hotel is within easy reaching distance of many restaurants and authentic, local experiences.

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    Accommodation

    Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Puerto Valle - Hotel de Esteros to Iguazu Falls

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Corrientes

    Puerto Iguazú

Day 7

Visit the Brazillian Side of Iguazu Falls

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Visit the Brazillian Side of Iguazu Falls

This morning, you will visit the Brazillian side of Iguazu Falls in Foz do Iguassu National Park. The tour follows is a circuit of walkways 950 metres long that clings to the cliffs of the Iguassu River, offering a panoramic view of the impressive falls. The route highlight is when you get to the Mirador de La Garganta del Diablo, the Devil's Throat, where the rumble of the falls vibrates through you.

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    Accommodation

    Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru4 star

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    Activities

    Iguazu Falls: Brazilian Side

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Puerto Iguazú

    State of Paraná

Day 8

Visit the Argentine Side of Iguazu Falls

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Visit the Argentine Side of Iguazu Falls

One of the most amazing experiences in the world, today you'll witness more than 200 waterfalls that have been here for millions of years. The tour starts early in the morning with a long walk, observing the vast fauna and flora of the region, including birds, butterflies, mammals, and plants that make up the natural environment surrounding the waterfalls. You'll reach several viewpoints look over the mighty roar of Iguazu both above and below the gorge.

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    Accommodation

    Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru4 star

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    Activities

    Iguazu Falls: Argentina Side

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Puerto Iguazú

    Misiones Province

Day 9

Fly Back to Buenos Aires & Departure

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Fly Back to Buenos Aires & Departure

This morning, after breakfast, you'll transfer to the airport where you'll catch your connecting flight back to Buenos Aires.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru to Cataratas International Airport

    Plane from Cataratas International Airport to Buenos Aires AirportOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Puerto Iguazú

Included in Price

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 4 activities
  • 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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