Foz do Iguacu It is a tourist city recognized throughout the world
It is located in a privileged geographical location, as it is part of the Triple Border and is home to one of the 7 wonders of the world, the Iguaçu Falls.
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In addition, the municipality has several other attractions that welcome tourists from Brazil and the world every year.
Foz do Iguaçu is recognized for being a cosmopolitan city, where the only border is territorial, which values and respects the belief, color and ethnicity of each person who passes through the Land of Cataratas.
The city is one of the most popular tourist destinations, so it is necessary to be prepared for all visitors and residents.
This fact meant that the city needed to contribute to accessibility for people with special needs (PNE's).
Therefore, we at Tarobá Hotel, we decided to talk about the city's various accessibility features, in addition to the city's main entertainment and how they contribute to people's access.
Accessibility in the city
To begin with, we will talk about how the city itself contributes to people's daily lives, especially those with special needs.
After all, for the city to be considered accessible, accessibility methods cannot be limited to attractions alone.
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sidewalks
The city's sidewalks, especially in the center, have ramps that help wheelchair users to climb without any problems.
Furthermore, they have tactile floors, whose function is to help people with any type of visual impairment.
A curious fact is that these floors are purposely made in a different color than the sidewalk, because not all visually impaired people are completely blind.
This way, those who can still see, even if minimally, can differentiate colors and thus walk more safely.
Bus
As you can imagine, people's movement is also important and needs to suit all audiences.
Therefore, the city's public transport has elevators for wheelchair users and specific spaces for them. In addition to Braille on the stop request button.
Accessibility in public establishments
As expected in a tourist city like Foz do Iguaçu, the most frequented public spaces need services and easy accessibility.
Therefore, we will talk about some important ones.
Benches
It’s no different in banks! Accessibility in these places is extremely comprehensive.
ATMs have Braille on all the keys, in addition to employees who help people whenever necessary.
There are also tactile floors both in front of the place and inside. Banks also have access ramps, preferential seats and services and other types of accessibility.
Supermarkets
The city's large markets are complete, and not just in terms of the products sold.
They all contain access ramps, exclusive spaces for people with special needs and employees who help whenever necessary.
This way, everyone is included when making purchases for the month, or, if you are a tourist, purchases for your stay.
shoppings
Just like banks and supermarkets, the two shopping malls in Foz do Iguaçu – Cataratas JL Shopping and Shopping Catuaí Palladium – care about the people who visit them.
Therefore, they not only have elevators with Braille buttons, but also exclusive bathroom cabins for wheelchair users and exclusive parking spaces for PNE's.
Accessibility in hotels
As mentioned, the city of Foz do Iguaçu receives millions of tourists every year.
With this in mind, hotels must also be accessible so that people with special needs can make the most of their stay without any type of inconvenience.
With that in mind, we brought two hotels that are completely accessible.
Tarobá Hotel
Tarobá Hotel has always been very concerned about its guests, especially in relation to comfort.
Therefore, accessibility has always been a precaution.
Therefore, there are rooms suitable for PNE's, where the bathrooms are prepared for wheelchair users. Furthermore, the entire team is prepared to help with whatever is necessary at all times.
Pop Hotel
Just like the Tarobá Hotel, the Pop Hotel always puts the comfort of its guests as a priority.
It also offers rooms suitable for people with special needs, whose bathrooms are suitable for this audience.
The team is also always ready for whatever is needed, offering all types of help and assistance to everyone.
Accessibility to attractions
waterfalls of Iguaçu
As waterfalls of Iguaçu, located within the Iguaçu National Park, is one of the tourist attractions that stands out most in terms of accessibility.
To begin with, at the beginning of the tour all buses are adapted for wheelchair users, in addition to having special seats.
The bus waiting platform is on the same level as the transport, making access even easier, especially for wheelchair users.
The trail to reach the Falls is not recommended for wheelchair users, but that doesn't mean they can't enjoy this wonder.
People with special needs can go directly to the falls, taking the elevator, which is 100% accessible to everyone, and go straight to the waterfalls.
In addition to the Iguaçu Falls, the Iguaçu National Park has other tours. So, let's talk a little about their accessibility.
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Poço Preto Trail
The trail was used by ancient indigenous people to avoid the waterfalls of the Iguaçu River.
It is 9 km long, has considerably hilly terrain and is not recommended for wheelchair users.
Even so, if you want to do the trail, talk to the tour guide. All guides have specialized training for this type of occasion.
Macuco Safari
Being an optional part of the Iguaçu Falls, the Macuco Safari is highly prepared for the PNE public.
For most of your tour, accessibility is complete, but for the parts where the difficulty is greater, tell the tour guide and a solution will certainly be found.
After all, as already mentioned, all guides have specialized training for this type of occasion.
Bird Park
The largest bird park in Latin America is designed for people with special needs.
All signs are signposted and there are several easily accessible points for wheelchair users. Throughout the tour, the path has few steep climbs, making access easier.
Furthermore, guides can help by providing more precise information.
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Itaipu Binational
The largest generator of clean and renewable energy in the world is giant not only in size, but in its efficiency in solving the difficulties of its employees, professionals and, of course, its visitors.
Itaipu Binacional has five types of tours and all of them are fully accessible for PNE's.
Let's see more details about the tours below.
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Panoramic Circuit
The tour consists of a walk around Itaipu, seeing the panoramic view, with guides commenting on the history and interesting facts about the hydroelectric plant.
The tour takes place on a bus, which is wheelchair accessible and has a specialized team to serve everyone.
Dam Lighting
The tour is temporarily closed due to coronavirus. However, it consists of a night visit to the Itaipu Power Plant dam.
Here there is a presentation about the plant and shortly after there is a beautiful light show on the dam.
Again, the buses are accessible and the place is also accessible to everyone, as well as the presentation.
Biological Refuge
This tour is for those who like to be in contact with nature.
The Biological Refuge has a team prepared to serve all types of public, in addition to easy accessibility to PNE's.
Ecomuseum
The Ecomuseum is an incredible tour too, focused on telling the history of the Plant in different ways, such as totems, a giant model and photos from the time.
Just like other Itaipu tours, accessibility is present, leaving nothing to be desired for those who need it.
mosque
Our city has the largest Islamic community in Brazil, and the Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque is considered one of the most beautiful in the world.
Accessibility to the mosque is complete, and it also has a center for tourists and visitors, providing information about the history and functionality of the place.
It has elevators with access ramps at all entrances, a bathroom with support on the sides and adapted seats, and a highly qualified team, ready to assist in any eventuality that may arise.
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Dreams Park Show
The Dreams Park Show Complex has five different rides to please all tastes.
Among them, only one is not recommended for PNE's, as it consists of tree climbing and zip lining, which would be Dino Adventure.
However, all the other places are extremely fun and offer unique experiences. In fact, the Complex offers special bathrooms in all its attractions for those who need them.
Furthermore, the Dreams Park Show team is prepared to serve everyone, without exception.
So, let's talk about them?
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wax Museum
At the Wax Museum you can meet several famous figures, from drawings to real and important personalities in the world.
As the Wax Museum is a single floor, wheelchair users can easily move around the place and make the most of it.
World wonders
If you want to see the world in just a few hours, Maravilhas do Mundo is perfect.
The place has more than one floor, containing an elevator that helps those in need and allowing for an extraordinary experience.
Dreams Ice Bar
This attraction is for those who want to have a literally freezing experience.
The establishment offers sweaters and gloves suitable for the cold at the Ice Bar, as well as free hot drinks to enjoy.
The attraction, like the Wax Museum, has only one floor, making the PNE experience easier.
Valley of the Dinosaurs
If the Jurassic Period has always appealed to you, Dinosaur Valley is for you.
Your experience can be incredible during the journey, coming across various creatures that have passed through the Earth for millennia.
And don't worry, as the place is also single-story and the road is straight, making it easy to get around.
Dreams Motor Show
Now, if you're more into cars, especially motorcycles, the Dreams Motor Show will be perfect.
The place contains live music, a place to eat and two floors with motorcycles that have made history since their first creation.
And just like Maravilhas do Mundo, the Motor Show has an elevator to help those in need and allow everyone to make the most of the establishment.
Conclusion || Accessibility in Foz do Iguaçu
Now you know that the Tarobá Hotel and the city of Iguaçu Falls have the capacity to receive all audiences, without exception.
Don't waste time and come visit the Triple Border, stay at the Tarobá Hotel, the first to receive 3 stars in the country and with a great rating on TripAdvisor.
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