Take your time to see the main attractions of Foz do Iguaçu. Visit the Argentine and Brazilian Falls on a full day tour. Enjoy this natural beauty and capture the most beautiful images of one of the most famous waterfalls on the planet. On the other day, enjoy an 'electric' visit to the Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam and take a panoramic city tour in Foz do Iguaçu.
The package also includes a roundtrip transfer between Foz do Iguaçu / Cataratas International Airport (IGU) and your hotel located in downtown of Foz do Iguaçu or in Puerto Iguazu (please check the list of available hotels)
Tour Options
Puerto Iguazu
Roundtrip transfer and tour transfers departing from some hotels located in Puerto Iguazu
Pickup included
Downtown
Roundtrip transfer and tour transfers departing from most hotels located in Downtown of Foz do Iguaçu - Brazil side
Pickup included
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Mon, Oct 5
Adult (ages 13+)
$255
Child (ages 3–12)
$191
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
What's included
Included
Iguassu Falls Tour - Argentine side
Iguassu Falls Tour - Brazilian side
Visit to the Itaipu Hydroelectric Plant
Roundtrip Shared Transfer from attractions to most downtown hotels in Foz do Iguaçu or Puerto Iguazu
Roundtrip Shared Shuttle between Foz do Iguaçu/Cataratas International Airport (IGU) and most downtown hotels in Foz do Iguaçu or Puerto Iguazu. (Please check the hotels list for shared transfer.
Foz do Iguaçu City Tour
Professional Tour Guide
Not included
Gratuities
Food and Beverages
Iguassu National Park Entrance fee (Brazil side)
Iguazu National Park Entrance fee
Panoramic Tour to Itaipu Dam entrance Fee
Hotel acommodations
Eco touristic tax in Puerto Iguazu
Pickup Locations & Times
Roundtrip transfer to your selected hotel in Foz do Iguaçu or Puerto Iguazu. Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pick up time. If your hotel is not listed, please provide us your hotel name and address so we will arrange the nearest meeting point for your convenience.
Traveller Ratings
4.7
15 reviews
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Important Information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum required of 03 night stay in the city to carry out all tours - in this case, the passenger must arrive until 11:59 am at IGU airport in order to visit the ITAIPU dam on the same day and have a return flight scheduled for 17h or later in the last day.
Stay is not included.
Please check if you require a Visa or a similar document to enter Brazil and Argentina. You are responsible for obtaining these documents.
If you have limited time due to your schedule flights, the visit to the Brazilian Side and Argentinian Side of the waterfalls might be combined into a one day tour rather than on two separate days.
The order of the itinerary might be changed if needed.
If the falls are visited on the same day, the Argentinean falls will be visited first.
To cross the border with Argentina, the documents accepted are - original ID, National Driver's License (Brazilians) and passport (other nationalities), even for children of any age.
To enter Argentina, children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their biological and adoptive parents. If one of the parties is absent, it will be necessary to present an authorization registered at a notary's office and signed by the father and the mother, authorizing the child's entry into the neighboring countries.
You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
National Park entrance fees are not included. Tickets can be purchased at the Visitor Center box office, or online.
It will only be possible to make the Panoramic visit. It will not be possible to take the technical tour (Itaipu Especial).
When crossing the border between Brazil and Argentina, you will need to pay a fee for an Eco touristic tax in Puerto Iguazu. Please make sure to keep your receipt in order to avoid being charged twice.
The above fees should be paid locally. Prices are approximated and subject to change without notice.
The Mosque Doesn’t Open on Saturday Afternoons and Sundays.
At time of booking, you must include the following details: Airline, Flight Number, Departing City / Arrival City, Arrival Time, Hotel Name, Hotel Address, Return Hotel Pick-up Time
Attention: Please be advised that, starting August 3rd, the Devil's Throat Circuit will undergo maintenance and remain closed, with reopening scheduled for early October. As a temporary alternative, tours will include a visit to the Three Borders Landmark (Argentine side).
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell take?
Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell lasts about 4 days.
How much does Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell cost?
Prices start at $255 per person for this Foz do Iguacu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $191, adults from $255. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Roundtrip transfer to your selected hotel in Foz do Iguaçu or Puerto Iguazu. Please stay at the hotel lobby 10 minutes before pick up time. If your hotel is not listed, please provide us your hotel name and address so we will arrange the nearest meeting point for your convenience. Pickup points include Alquiler Temporario Las Guayabas, Itaipu Hotel.
What languages is Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap To cross the border with Argentina, the documents accepted are - original ID, National Driver's License (Brazilians) and passport (other nationalities), even for children of any age. To enter Argentina, children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their biological and adoptive parents. If one of the parties is absent, it will be necessary to present an authorization registered at a notary's office and signed by the father and the mother, authorizing the child's entry into the neighboring countries.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Iguassu Falls in a Nutshell worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 15 verified reviews; it is run by Gray Line Brazil.
Reviews(15)
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PIERRE GEORGES B
August 17, 2024
I was blown away by the sheer magnitude of these novel ending falls. In one word WOW.
What an excellent experience. I was not quite sure what to expect and I was blown away by it all. My recommendation is that you start your journey at the last stop and walk backwards as the last stop is where the best and most powerful falls are. Also if possible start early to avoid the crowds as it does get crowded.
Operator response
Dear Customer.
Thanks a lot for the review.
We are glad that you liked the tour.
Please count on us on future trips.
Thanks.
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491cidb
May 12, 2023
God exists, yes. Wonderful place and with a spectacular positive energy
Spectacular. Those who do not believe in God, ah..., from the moment they are in the cataract will believe. I was only on the Brazilian side, but, as I was told, the Argentine side is wonderful. It's worth it. I only found that the prices of meals are high for the standard of the Brazilian citizen. Unfortunately, given that it is one of the wonders of the world, there are many foreigners, well therefore, the high values of crafts, meals, orders etc.
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David_M
February 18, 2023
Great tour of all the major sights in the area
This was a great tour and all of the tour guides were extraordinary. The pickups were always on time. They went out of there way to make my tours great even helping me send postcards at a post office. We visited everything noted in the description and they helped me book two additional tours to make the most of time in Iguazu. I can’t recommend them enough.
Operator response
Dear Customer.
Thanks a lot for the review.
We are glad that you liked the tour.
Please count on us on future trips.
Thanks.
P
paulatropiano
December 31, 2022
Wonderful off-season
I visited Foz in two different times:
August 2019 where everything was perfect and now on Dec/22 where I was amazed with the muvuca, queue for everything, absurdly crowded city and at the same time, many restaurants closed, especially at night.
I already know very well the rhythm of the south, but this time I had a lot of difficulty at dinner. One of the nights I had to appeal to the Shopping that was crowded, had no place to sit, restaurants with pan in the system, it was pretty boring.
The city is beautiful, clean, organized.
We love Foz.
But in high season, never again!!!
To cross to Argentina, it was taking 3 to 7 hours! We weren't, obviously.
In 2019, there was no queue. I transited freely and went to Argentina several times, including at night.
This time, he couldn't get near the bridge! This is crazy!!!
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barrosgustavosl
November 28, 2022
Extraordinary
The power of the cataract is something incredible without a doubt one of the great wonders of the world. A tour that has to be done and appreciated by our entire nation!!
Operator response
Prezado Cliente.
Muito obrigado pelo review.
Ficamos felizes que gostou do tour.
Por favor conte conosco em futuras viagens.
Obrigado.
M
Michelle_A
November 11, 2022
What an amazing experience 10/10 - once in a lifetime!! Make sure you do both sides of the falls
The communication was not great for this tour initially. No airport pickup mentioned or when asked they did not respond about it. My tour guide was Nilsa and she is an amazing tour guide and woman in general. I was lucky to get her for the Argentine side, Brazilian side and the city tour. She really cares about your enjoyment and goes the extra mile to ensure you have the best time. Day one was amazing - tour to the Argentinian side of the falls - make sure you pack your passport and vaccination card and wear a comfortable pair of shoes as there’s a lot of walking- you get a little wet but not too much. Day two, I thought would be a tour to the Dam via mini bus or car but was actually a bus tour that I had to pay for - if it’s windy ensure you pack a scarf and wear long sleeves as the bus gets cold. The windows are ‘closed’ via a thick plastic covering but it’s still slightly open. It is a hop on/ hop off bus where they let you get off for a few minutes at a time to take pics then you get back on. Day 3 we went to the Brazilian side of the falls and this was stunnnnnning I also did the boat and helicopter rides that I’d 100000% recommend as both show different views. Make sure you wear sandals and clothes you don’t mind getting soaked. Day 4 was the city tour which was really good as Nilsa showed me different areas in the city. I’d def recommend this to everyone and anyone - you HAVEEE TO see both sides of the falls and I’d recommend on different days as it does get tiring. The city tour and dam tour can be done in one day tbh. All in all an amazing tour and cost effective. They also dropped me at the airport which was great.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Customer.
Thanks a lot for the review.
We are glad that you liked the tour.
Please count on us on future trips.
Thanks.
E
EDILSON J
September 13, 2022
Great.
I was in Foz do Iguaçu in January, it was very hot and the waterfalls were not so crowded, but it was a wonderful experience, besides the waterfalls there are several attractions in Foz do Iguaçu like the Buddhist temple and some good restaurants.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Prezado Cliente.
Muito obrigado pelo review.
Ficamos felizes que gostou do tour.
Por favor conte conosco em futuras viagens.
Obrigado.
M
manoel c
August 19, 2022
It was all I imagined of a good walk, culture, gastronomy, accommodation, people and easy access everywhere.
Recommend for accommodation in Foz the Hotel Tarobá Express, good price, excellent service and close to everything, also recommend for car hire in Iguaçu Rent a Car the best in the region and good prices, with tourist advice and good tips.
Operator response
Prezado Cliente.
Muito obrigado pelo review.
Ficamos felizes que gostou do tour.
Por favor conte conosco em futuras viagens.
Obrigado.
K
K2303PMlilianar
July 19, 2022
Highly recommended
Excellent panoramic view, as well as services, transfers in the park, very accessible for elderly people.
Operator response
Estimado cliente.
Muchas gracias por la revisión.
Nos alegra que te haya gustado el tour.
Por favor, cuente con nosotros en futuros viajes.
Gracias.
M
msbr0wn
June 30, 2022
Pristine waterfall
This trip was fantastic! The weather was super cold the day we arrived at Foz do Iguaçu. The tour bus we took was open space on the upper deck and we could feel the strong chilling wind biting our face throughout the journey till we arrived at our destination. We walked the long trail that lead us to the world's second largest waterfall. It was enormous! The scenery was beautiful.
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