7 extreme tours to take when traveling to Foz do Iguaçu

Traveling to Foz do Iguaçu is always good, especially with so many attractions that you can find here in the Triple Border, but of course, sometimes you want to leave the traditional attractions, such as: Iguaçu Falls, Marco das Três Fronteiras, Parque das Aves , Wax Museum and many others that you can find here, and get to know better and more about the different and radical attractions that you can only find in Foz do Iguaçu and the region, and it was with you in mind that we, at Tarobá Hotel, decided to do a list so you can learn more about the radical attractions of the Triple Border.

7- Wanda Mines

Let's start by talking about the immeasurable beauty of Wanda Mines. They are located in Argentina, 60 kilometers from the border with Foz do Iguacu, there you will find a wide variety of precious stones, such as emeralds, rubies, agates, amethysts, topaz, pinkish purple crystals and more than 50 other varieties of stones. And you also stroll through an incredible ''cave'' that attracts tourists from all over the world, and of course you visit a store that specializes in stones, where you can buy worked or rough stones.

Wanda Mines are open on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 08:30 am and return at 15:00 pm.

Schedule your appointment with Combo Iguassu.

*Remember that all passengers must carry their original documents and photo, as the attraction is located on the Argentine side of the border. To learn more about the required documentation, click here.

6- Foz SUP Tour

Also popularly known as Stand Up Paddle, this tour in Foz do Iguaçu offers its options: Paddle of the Sunset and the Paddle of the Full Moon

Sunset Paddle: occurs daily and lasts between 2:30 and 3:00

It is located on Lake Itaipu, which is the largest artificial lake in the world, formed by the Itaipu Hydroelectric Plant, and the outlet takes place at Prainha de Santa Terezinha de Itaipu

The route taken is a 1,5 km paddle, followed by a stop for photos, snacks and contemplation of the sunset.

Full Moon Paddle: the tour lasts about 2h30 minutes to 3h00, and is carried out during the full moon only (of course). And you can't miss the incredible view of the lake under the full moon of the Triple Frontier.

5- Banana Tree Trail

This tour in Foz do Iguaçu is located within the Iguaçu National Park, and begins with a 2 km trail through the forest inside the Park, of course accompanied by multilingual and qualified guides who provide information about the flora and fauna that you find in the Iguaçu National Park. And then, there is a navigation along the waters of the Iguaçu River, and there is also a stop at Casa da Mata, you can observe all the nature from 10m high, and the return to the starting point is done by boat or inflatable kayaks.

4- Iguassu Secret Falls

This tour in Foz do Iguaçu takes you to discover the secret waterfalls that you can find in the city. You know 11 waterfalls, there are 4 trails, which together give a total of 4km of walking. The trails pass through three rivers: Remanso, Tamanduá and Carimã.

And there is still a stop for lunch, there are 4 lunch options: Feijoada at Sou Local, Pasta at Cantina da Dona Elvira, Farm Food at Restaurante Barracão or Cantina da Bea, where you will find vegan and vegetarian options.

Contact the agency staff Iguassu Combo and don't miss this incredible tour in Foz do Iguaçu

3- Poço Preto Trail

It is also held inside the Iguaçu National Park, and begins on a 320-meter suspended walkway, followed by a 9km one-way trail, which you can do by bicycle, electric vehicle or even on foot. At the end of the trail there is a short break so you can rest. And from this point, you find a suspension bridge, which leads to a 500 meter trail, and there is a 10 meter high bunker, from where you can have a panoramic view of the forest, especially the Jacaré Lagoon.

Next, there is navigation on a motor boat that takes place along the top of the Iguaçu River, passing through the Taquaras Archipelago, but there is also the option of inflatable kayaks so that you can better observe the aquatic vegetation.

2- Macuco Safari

We could not fail to mention the Macuco Safari, which is one of the tours in Foz do Iguaçu that every tourist should take when traveling to Foz do Iguaçu.

The tour begins with a trail in an electric vehicle, which takes you through the interior of the National Park forest, accompanied by guides who tell you about the fauna, flora and interesting facts about the Park.

At the boarding point, all visitors are equipped with life jackets and board the speed boats, which are completely safe, which take visitors along the Iguaçu River until they get as close as possible to the Cataratas Canyon, an unmissable adventure.

1- Skydive Foz

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And the first place on our list goes to: Skydive Foz, have you ever imagined jumping with a parachute observing the best tourist spots in the triple border? At Skydive you can!!!

The jumps are carried out in the setting that includes the largest energy generator in the world and occur daily. For more information, contact us.

Contact Combo Iguassu to take these and many other tours in the Triple Border, and to enjoy your trip to Foz do Iguaçu, how about choosing a comfortable hotel, with a great location and value for money? All this and much more is only available at Tarobá Hotel, contact us and get a quote.

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