It's your first time in Foz do Iguacu? So you've probably heard or seen somewhere about the Iguaçu Falls, Parque das Aves or Itaipu Binacional, right? Yes, these are the main attractions of our city, but they are not the only ones, our city has several attractions, which our tourists and visitors are often unaware of, and some regret leaving and leaving it until a next visit to see these places. and tourist attractions. Always thinking about the well-being and comfort of our guests and visitors, the Tarobá Hotel – the best 3-star hotel in the Triple Frontier, has prepared especially for you who are soon passing through the City of Waters, a special 4-day itinerary for you to enjoy make the most of your arrival.
DAY 01
waterfalls of Iguaçu
If it's your first time, or you still can't get to know the waterfalls of Iguaçu, this is definitely the first place you should visit, not only because it is the most acclaimed tourist spot in the Triple Border, but also because it is one of the 7 natural wonders of humanity.
The Iguaçu Falls are located within the Itaipu National Park, and in addition to enjoying the 275 waterfalls of the Iguaçu River, you can take several trails through the rich Atlantic Forest and its exuberant diverse fauna and flora. The start of the tour is via a bus that will take you to Porto Canoas Station, along the route there are 3 stops, we will talk about them next.
- Poço Preto Trail
Can be done on foot, by bicycle or even by electric car, the Poço Preto Trail is 9km long, and was used by the region's indigenous people to get around the Iguaçu Falls. Relive the steps of our countrymen!
- Macuco Safari
There's only one thing cooler than watching the Iguaçu Falls, being inside it! At Macuco Safari the adventure begins on land and ends in the water. The tour has 3 parts, being fully accessible for all ages and people with special needs (PNE's), especially wheelchair users.
In the first part, the visitor is taken on a 6 km trail in a modernized electric jeep, being able to enjoy the incredible scenery of the Falls.
The second part of the tour is 600 meters through the Atlantic Forest on a trail carried out on foot, but is considered easy to complete. The walk is rewarded with Salto Macuco, a 20-meter waterfall that pours water over the ancient rocks.
After the trail, it's time to hit the water! The highest peak of the tour is the end, as the adventure is on a motor boat, which will take you as close as you can imagine to the Devil's Throat, one of the strongest waterfalls of the 275 on the Iguaçu River !
- Falls Trail
At the third stop at the Iguaçu Falls, the Cataratas Trail is made up of several viewpoints along its paths, each with a privileged view of the waterfalls, but the one that most delights our visitors is the Devil's Throat, with its gigantic strength in a fall in which it is not even possible to see the end.
Furthermore, even before starting the Cataratas Trail, the stopping point has several kiosks, bathrooms and some souvenir shops, after all, a trip that is a trip has to have that souvenir, right?
An interesting detail is also the Belmond – Hotel Cataratas. The establishment has a very beautiful structure and was recently chosen by the cast of the new Globo soap opera – Pega Ladrão, for accommodation.
Bird Park
In front of the entrance to the Iguaçu National Park is the Bird Park, we are talking about nothing less than the largest bird park in Latin America! There are 16.5 hectares of Atlantic Forest, perfect for the natural habitat of more than 143 different species, including national and international birds, some of which are unfortunately already threatened with extinction.
Enter the macaw aviaries, be enchanted by the elegance of the flamingos, look into the beautiful toucan's eyes and have direct contact with more than 1.320 birds. Parque das Aves helps in the rehabilitation of birds in their natural habitat in addition to developing projects in favor of the environment and sustainability.
In addition to the normal visit to the park, there are 3 types of tours that will enhance your experience of Parque das Aves, they are: Backstage Experience, Forest Experience and Jungle Experience.
For more information about Experience tours, visit the official Parque das Aves website.
DAY 02
Itaipu Binacional Hydroelectric Power Plant
Our second day of tour in Foz do Iguaçu will be dedicated only to the largest generator of clean and renewable energy on the planet, we are referring to Itaipu Binacional.
The immensity, magnitude, grandeur and all other superlatives are more than deserved for one of the greatest constructions of man, in addition, Itaipu Binacional has several programs and projects that can be visited in 3 types of visit:
- Special Circuit
If this is your first visit to Itaipu Binacional, we recommend that you take this tour. In addition to being the most complete, on the Special Circuit you will be able to enjoy in detail all the details of the magnitude of the dam, through a route offered by Itaipu itself. There are 7 stops, each at a respective station and its activities, the stations are:
1st stop – Mirante Central Station and Panel do Poty
2nd stop – Concrete Dam Station
3rd stop – Catedral Station
4th stop – Production Building Station
5th stop – Central Command Room Station
6th stop – Canal de Fuga Station
7th stop – Galeria Station
For more information about the activities carried out at each station, visit the official Itaipu Binacional website.
- Panoramic Tour
We recommend the Panoramic Visit to those who already know Itaipu Binacional and want to relive the emotions of visiting one of the largest hydroelectric plants in the world. In a quick visit of just 1h30min, a bus specifically for visitors or a tourist bus for excursions will take you to see the grandeur of our plant, with highlights being the dam and the spillway.
- Institutional Visit
This type of visit is more aimed at institutions such as primary and secondary schools, technical courses, universities, research centers, company representatives, military personnel, authorities and heads of state.
For more information about this tour, visit the official Itaipu Binacional website.
DAY 03
Shopping in Paraguay
Also known as “Miami on the Border”, our visitors cannot miss the opportunity to make those desired purchases in Ciudad Del Este. Paraguay is not only the country that grows the most economically in all of Latin America, but it is also the one that offers the most products in its infinite diversity and segments, with prices, in the vast majority of cases, much more affordable than Brazilian products.
Quality is not far behind, as most products are imported, take advantage of the privileged geographical position of Foz do Iguaçu and please those you love most!
Duty Free Puerto Iguazú
It is not only in Paraguay that you will find varied products and affordable prices, our Argentine brothers are not left behind when it comes to shopping. In some airports you may have already seen or visited some Duty Free, which are stores located inside airport departure and arrival halls where products are sold with tax exemption or reduction. In Puerto Iguazú you will also find a Duty Free, but not at the airport and not as small as you might think.
Duty Free in Puerto Iguazú has a large structure, working in a single location with a wide variety of products from the main segments. Recently, the favorite brand of celebrities and stars, leader in aesthetics and cosmetology – MAC (Make-up Art Cosmetics), opened its own space inside Duty Free in Puerto Iguazú, joining brands such as Nike, Adidas, Johnnie Walker, Ralph Lauren, Apple, Sony, Samsung, among many others.
DAY 04
Budhist temple
Considered the second largest Buddhist temple in Latin America, the Buddhist Temple of Foz do Iguaçu is celebrated not only for the beauty and care of the hundreds of statues and images spread throughout the place, but also for the peace, calm and the opportunity for an unforgettable introspective experience. .
In its main courtyard alone, there are 120 statues, each representing the incarnation of Buddha on Earth, all facing the sunset. And speaking of sun, the Buddhist Temple has one of the most beautiful settings in the Triple Border to enjoy the sunset, which takes over the horizon in the late afternoon, with the Iguaçu River as its protagonist, which separates Brazil from Paraguay. , making it possible to see both countries.
Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque
The city of Foz do Iguaçu is recognized for being prominent in various matters, such as the Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque, one of the most beautiful mosques in the world.
Its construction was inspired by the second largest mosque in the world, the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. Foz do Iguaçu has one of the largest Islamic communities in Brazil and Latin America, and visits to our mosque are free and there is also a center for visitors and tourists.
Just a very important detail, maintaining respect for the Islamic religion, men must be dressed in pants or shorts that cover the knees, and shirts or t-shirts with sleeves. Women must wear long skirts or pants.
So what do I think? You can have a lot of fun in Foz do Iguaçu in 4 days, right? But the truth is that the City of Waters has much more to offer you! So come here soon and stay in the best 3-star hotel in the Triple Border – Tarobá Hotel! Comfort and quality with the best savings!
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