How to Efficiently Plan a 2-Day, Two-Country Iguazu Falls Trip from Buenos Aires?
Day 1: Take a morning flight from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú. Upon arrival, hire a private car to visit the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. After exploring, return to your hotel in Puerto Iguazú for the night.
Day 2: Depart from your hotel with a private car to visit the Argentine side of the falls. After finishing your tour, head directly to Puerto Iguazú Airport for an evening flight back to Buenos Aires.
Hiring a private car from Puerto Iguazú Airport straight to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls is the most time-efficient option. After your visit, the driver can take you back to your hotel in Puerto Iguazú.
On the second day, if you have an evening flight back to Buenos Aires, the best choice is to go directly from the national park to the airport. Why? Because Puerto Iguazú Airport is located right next to the park, whereas returning to the city would be a longer and unnecessary detour!
How to Plan a One-Day Trip to Iguazu Falls from Buenos Aires?
If you only have one day, Summer recommends focusing on the Argentine side of the falls. Take a round-trip flight from Buenos Aires in the morning. Upon arrival, start with the thrilling boat ride that takes you right under the falls. In the afternoon, explore the walkways to get up close to the breathtaking cascades. In the evening, catch your return flight to Buenos Aires—an efficient and unforgettable day!
How to Plan a Two-Side Iguazu Falls Trip with an Afternoon Arrival?
If you can take an afternoon flight from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazú on the first day, that would be ideal. On the second day, hire a private car to visit the Brazilian side of the falls in the morning. Around midday, head straight to the Argentine side for more breathtaking views. In the evening, go directly from the national park to the airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires—efficient and perfectly timed!
How to Plan a Compact Two-Day, Two-Country Trip from São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro?
Day 1: Take a morning flight from São Paulo or Rio de Janeiro to Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. Upon arrival, head straight to the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Spend the day exploring the breathtaking panoramic views before staying overnight in Foz do Iguaçu.
Day 2: In the morning, depart for the Argentine side of Iguazu Falls. After exploring the park’s trails and viewpoints, head directly from the falls to Puerto Iguazú Airport for your flight to Buenos Aires.
How to Plan a One-Day Trip to Iguazu Falls from Rio or São Paulo?
If you only have one day, focus on exploring the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls. Take a morning flight to Foz do Iguaçu and start your adventure with the exhilarating boat ride that takes you up close to the rushing waterfalls. Afterward, take a bus to the closest viewpoint, where you can experience the full power and grandeur of Iguazu Falls up close before heading back in the evening.
Can You Visit Both Sides of Iguazu Falls with One Full Day?
Absolutely! Many travelers on a tight schedule manage to explore both sides in a single day with proper planning.
- Day 1: Arrive in Foz do Iguaçu in the afternoon and check into a hotel.
- Day 2: Start early with a private transfer to the Brazilian side, heading straight to the base of the falls for an up-close experience. Around midday, cross the border into Argentina and enter the national park directly. Bring your luggage, as after exploring the Argentine side, you can head straight to Puerto Iguazú Airport for an evening flight to Buenos Aires.
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