Chosen as the sixth best destination in Brazil in the Travelers' Choice award, from the renowned travel website TripAdvisor, in a list published last week, the city of Paraná Foz do Iguaçu has long been known for the beauty of the Iguaçu Falls, but has been consolidating itself as an adventure tourism option in Brazil.
Trail
From Poço Preto: Remember the path that the region's Indians used to get around the Iguaçu Falls. The Trilha do Poço Preto tour can today be defined as an Ecological Safari. There are 9 km that can be covered by walk, bicycle or electric car. The trail is carried out with bilingual guides who talk about the fauna and flora of the Iguaçu National Park.
It all starts on a 320-meter suspended walkway, in the heart of the National Park, followed by a one-way trail, where you can see beautiful species native to the Park.
The short trip through the interior of the Iguaçu forest takes you across a suspension bridge that leads to a 500-meter rustic trail, passing through a 10-meter-high bunker, and from the top, a spectacular panoramic view of the forest. The Jacaré Lagoon stands out, which contains a great diversity of aquatic animals.
Now it's time to enjoy the Iguaçu River, sailing on a motor boat along the top of the river, passing through the Taquaras Archipelago, with the option of duck rides and snorkeling, to observe the aquatic vegetation. Pay attention so as not to miss any details, the return is via the rapids, passing through Parrot Island, where at sunrise and sunset there are flights of thousands of parrots.
Trilha das Bananeiras: If you are one of those who love contact with nature, you cannot miss the Trilha das Bananeiras tour. Be ready to forget the world and fall in love with Iguaçu National Park.
Whether you want to relax, seek inspiration or escape the stress of work or studies, a trip along the Trilha das Bananeiras is always motivating.
A Banana Tree Trail It consists of a trail of approximately 1,5 km, which can be done on foot or in an electric vehicle.
On the way, curious onlookers will see small lagoons, where birds with aquatic habits and lush vegetation are found. Nature lovers will still be thrilled by the species of fauna and flora native to the Iguaçu National Park.
The tour also combines navigation on motor boats along the upper Iguaçu River, arriving at the Poço Preto pier and visiting a 10 meter high bunker, with observation of the Jacaré Lagoon, rich in aquatic and terrestrial fauna. The next stop is the Taquaras Island Archipelago.
On the return to Bananeiras pier there is the option of paddling inflatable kayaks (ducks), which provide a good opportunity to see several species of animals and native plants.
From popular Macuco Safari — which takes tourists by boat as close as possible to the waterfalls of the Iguaçu Falls (Iguaçu National Park): With adventure from the beginning of the tour, the Macuco Safari begins with a trail in the Atlantic forest, covered in a pulled trailer by electric car, which allows an overview of the entire scene. During the journey through the jungle, guides explain the Park's fauna and flora.
The second stage, a 600 meter stretch for those with the energy and energy, takes the group on a walk along the trails that lead to the waterfall called Salto Macuco. Along the way, you can see orchids, palm hearts, bromeliads, centuries-old trees, as well as wild animals, which occasionally cross the trail, making the trip even more lively.
For adventures in the water, the park offers safe and efficient inflatable boats, manufactured according to the needs of the route. The brave adventurers are taken to feel the power of the falls beneath the Iguaçu Falls, but not before receiving life jackets.
Once ready, the boat goes up the river, crossing the canyon, facing the current, at a medium speed that allows you to appreciate the landscape.
The “waterfall bath” is indescribable, the fog and profuse water punctuate the spectacle that has its highlight in the jumps called “Three Musketeers”. The pilot brings the boat closer to provide a quick and fun swim, where everyone gets soaked. The feeling of literally being under one of the falls is indescribable, it's like washing your soul and feeling renewed.
Double parachute jump: SkydiveFoz offers double parachute jumping, which allows you to feel the thrill of freefall, while you are connected to the instructors. The tandem jump is the first stage of the skydiving course. The jumps are performed over the beautiful view of the Itaipu dam.
The trails and tandem jumps are just some of the vast options for those who take a few days in Foz and don't want to just shop at the border.
Adrenaline and fun are also on the menu in the city close to Paraguay, with which it shares Itaipu Binacional, the largest generator of clean and renewable energy in the world.
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