Iguazu Falls – Argentina Side Guide

The Argentinian side of the Iguazu Falls is all about immersion. Unlike the Brazil side, you don’t just see the waterfalls, you walk in, around, over them! You can easily spend a full day here (or even 2 if you’re taking it slow). It is completely different to the Brazilian side and we really think the best thing to do is visit them both and then compare. So here is your complete guide to the Iguazu Falls in Argentina.

While the Brazil side lets you step back and see the vastness of the falls at once, the Argentina side takes you all over, seeing the falls from different angles and getting right up close! 

If you are visiting the Brazil side as well (or instead 👀) make sure to check out our complete guide:

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Where to Stay

Puerto Iguazu is where you will be based to see the Iguazu Falls on the Argentina side. The town is much nicer than its Brazilian counterpart with lots of options for restaurants, cafes, bars and souvenirs. 

Because of this we recommend spending a couple of nights here, to visit the falls and to enjoy the town. The best places to stay if you are relying on public transport is close to the bus station: Puerto Iguazu Bus Terminal.

We spent 2 nights in Hostel el Amanecer which was a basic but lovely hostel only a 10 min walk from the bus station (down a small hill). The hostel had a small shared kitchen as well as a pool and really helpful staff. The pictures on booking actually do it no justice at all!

Here are some other great options in Puerto Iguazu:

$$$ Charaí is an apartment style accommodation with kitchenettes and access to a lovely swimming pool and garden. The perfect way to relax after a long day at the falls. 

$$ Uru Apart Iguazu another apartment style accommodation with access to a pool, hottub and outdoor seating. 

$ Hospedaje Jose Gorgues, a lovely budget option with a beautiful garden, basic but cosy rooms and only a 5-10 min walk from the centre. 

$ Hostel el Amanecer, where we stayed for 2 nights. Basic but everything we needed including a shared kitchen. This option also has dorm rooms and the access to the pool was amazing!

Where to eat & drink in Puerto Iguazu

Avenue Brasil is the best street for bars and restaurants with loads of outdoor seating, live music and lots of different cuisines.

If you are looking for a quick stop for a beer and some snacks after a day of waterfall chasing Cerveza Patagonia – Jardin Cervecero Iguazú is close to the bus station and perfect for that!

How to Get to Puerto Iguazu

Flying between major cities in Argentina is often cheaper (and loads quicker) than the buses if booked a little in advance. Flybondi is the most budget airline but also the most temperamental in terms of cancellations and delays. If you are on a budget and flexible with time, Flybondi is fine. If you are on a holiday and can’t risk wasting a day, try to book with Aerolíneas Argentina. It is a bit more expensive but has a much better track record.

From Major Cities in Argentina

From Buenos Aires  

✈️ Plane: 2 hours, multiple daily direct flights

🚌 Bus: 18 hours, overnight bus is common

Check out the bus schedule from Buenos Aires to Puerto Iguazu

From Salta

✈️ Plane: The only direct flight is with Aerolíneas and much more expensive than flights with stopovers (normally in Buenos Aires).

🚌 Bus: direct is not possible. You can go via Corrientes. Salta to Corrientes (13hrs) and Corrientes to Iguazu (10h)

Check out alternative bus routes on busbud 

Other locations

Argentina is huge, from a quick bit of research the only direct flights to and from Iguazu are from Buenos Aires, Salta & Cordoba. If you are in any other location, it will most likely be with a stop in Buenos Aires. Buses from other destinations will also take days, so this might not be the best option. 

Where possible, plan your route ahead of time and use flights to get around. 

From Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil

You have 2 options on how to get to Puerto Iguazu/the Iguazu falls:

1. Take a public bus across the border
2. Take a tour to the Argentinian side which will return to Brazil after 

Bus

When taking the bus, if you are continuing your travels into Argentina (i.e. aren’t coming back to Brazil on the same day) you MUST tell the bus driver that you need to disembark the bus at immigration on BOTH sides (i.e. to exit Brazil and enter Argentina). 

It is common (but not officially correct) for the buses to pass through with day guests to see the falls. This means many of the people passing on the border will not complete immigration.  

The public buses depart from the Terminal de Transportes Urbano where you can buy your tickets for the bus. 

Bus companies which do the border crossing are:

• Easybus (we took this one)
• Rio Uruguay 
• Crucero del Norte
• Or any bus which says ‘Foz do Iguaçu’ on the front

Tour / private driver

A tour or a private driver is probably the easiest (but not cheapest) way to see the Iguazu Falls on the Argentinian side, if you are returning to Brazil on the same day.

There are loads of tours available online (check to see if your tour includes entrance tickets)

If you want to see both sides in one day, this looks good:

This looks good if you want to visit the Argentina side only (from Brazil):

And finally this is a 2 day combo tour which looks good. You get 1 day at the argentinian falls and ½ day at the brazil falls (which is the perfect amount of time for each!)

How Long to Spend in Puerto Iguazu

2 nights in Puerto Iguazu is perfect. This gives you the chance to spend 1 full day at the falls, and an extra day to either return or relax e.g. Day 1: arrive at Puerto Iguazu & relax, night 1 in your accommodation, Day 2: explore the falls for the full day, night 2 in your accommodation, Day 3: depart. 

This allows for:

1. A full day at the falls
2. The option to spend a second day exploring 
3. The option to relax and explore the town (which is much nicer than Foz do Iguaçu!)

Cash & the exchange rates in Argentina 

If you are entering Argentina like we did, from Brazil or from anywhere else in the world the money situation can be a little confusing. We’ve consolidated our top tips which we share with friends to hopefully be helpful for you:

This is all based on our experience of visiting in 2026

• Inflation has impacted Argentina a lot over the years   
• This means that references in blogs and reviews will most likely be outdated unless they are written in the last couple of months
• A lot of places will accept card payments but it is good to have cash
• Some places offer a 10 – 15% cash discount 
• Because of the inflation, when taking out cash you will have a lot of notes – buy a wallet to store all your notes in
• ATM fees are wild! We haven’t used an ATM to take out money anywhere in Argentina
• Instead we have used Western Union. You can set up an account and ‘self-transfer’ money to yourself to pick up from a Western Union counter
• There are Western Unions everywhere but before putting an order of money through on the app, check to see if they have sufficient money to cover your request/and check if they have a maximum withdrawal limit
• You shouldn’t be charged a fee on your first withdrawal with WU so make sure you take a lot, after this the fee can be high, but not as bad as ATMs
• The Western Union rate for us was so much better than our UK debit cards (Monzo, Chase & Barclays) so we always default to cash – you can check your banks exchange rates online to compare

How to Get to the Argentinian Side of the Falls

Bus from Puerto Iguazu

Public buses leave the Puerto Iguazu Bus Terminal regularly throughout the day to the Iguazu Falls. There is a tourist information desk at the far end of the terminal where they can give you advice on when the next bus is. 

We took the bus Rio Uruguay to the park entrance and as of January 2026 the bus cost ARS 7,500 pp each way (£3.80 / US $5). You can buy the return tickets here and get on any bus as long as there is space. 

Taxi

It is possible to get a taxi and this will be much faster if you are short on time, but it will be much more expensive. Uber is really easy and reliable in Argentina, so we would recommend using this. It will also tell you the price upfront. 

Tour

A tour is not necessary for the Argentina side of the falls however, if you want a hassle and stress free day, a tour could be just what you need.

This tour ‘Iguazu Falls Argentinian Side Full-Day Tour’ includes hotel pick up & drop off and an english speaking guide. You can also add on the boat trip to your tour too!

Iguazu Falls (Argentina Side) Visitor Info

Ticket Prices (2026)

Adult: ARS 45,000 pp

If you validate your ticket upon exit you will receive a 50% discount on your second visit (within 72 hours).

You can pay in cash or by card. 

The ticket price includes access to all the walking routes & the small train to the Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo).

Do I need to buy tickets online?

If you know exactly what time you will be arriving it is a good idea to book your tickets ahead of time. However you can buy your tickets on the day with no problems. 

If you want to buy your tickets online, you will have to use the official National Parks portal and create an account. Alternatively you can purchase your tickets through authorised tour sites like GetYourGuide for an easier process. (Just make sure the tour you select includes tickets)

When should I arrive at the falls?

You will probably want to spend all day at the falls, so aim to arrive first thing in the morning to maximise your time! You will also be told what time the last trains run to help with timing later in the day. 

Opening Times

The park is open from 8am to 4:30pm (last entrance) and you need to be out of the park by 6pm.

The final train to the Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo) is at 3:30pm but check this with staff on arrival.

What does my ticket include?

Your admission ticket will include access to the park, access to the Devil’s Throat walkway, use of the small train in the park and access to all of these trails:

Circuito Superior 

Our favourite! This one way loop is about 1.5km long and has the most amazing panoramic views of the falls. We saw so many beautiful rainbows in the mist here as well as toucans!

Circuito Inferior

This 1.4k lower loop takes you through the jungle and down to the base of some of the waterfalls. You will get close up views but it does involve more stairs than the circuito superior.

Garganta del Diablo

The most powerful part of the Iguazu falls, the Devil’s Throat can be accessed via a 1km long metal walkway over the river, giving you the most amazing views of the falls and showcasing the power of it! 

Sendero Verde

This easy 600m path can be walked at either the end or the beginning of your day. It goes through the rainforest connecting the visitors centre and the train station and is great for birds!

Sendero Macuco 

We didn’t have the time to do this but the 3.5km walk gives you the chance to see more wildlife!

Best Time to Visit Iguazu Falls

Getting their first thing in the morning maximises your time there. You could spend all day enjoying the walks and the views of the waterfalls.

December – March: Wet Season, more water, more humidity, but maybe more chance of rain

May – August: Dry season, lower water flow but clearer views

We went in late November & it was a little humid but fine, we had lovely weather and the views were very clear. 

What to Wear & Bring

• Refillable water-bottle (they have a refill station at the visitors centre)
• Quick dry clothing
• Sun protection
• Camera / phone for those all important pics
• More robust shoes compared to the Brazil side, but hiking boots aren’t necessary – many people do it in flip flops, but there is more walking involved than in Brazil!

Getting your bearings – where everything is

Puerto Iguazu: This is the main town on the Argentinian side. It is also the closest large town to the falls. This is where all the accommodation is as well as the transport links to the falls, and a good range of restaurants and supermarkets. 

Falls entrance/Ticket office: The falls entrance is about 18km from Puerto Iguazu, so best reached by car (30mins) or bus 45min.

Cataratas of Iguazu International Airport: The airport is accessible by bus from Puerto Iguazu or by uber/shared shuttle service.

Aduana Brazil Iguaçu: Brazil’s immigration & customs office

Border Control Argentina: Argentina’s immigration & customs office

Iguazu Falls: Brazil vs Argentina, what is the difference?

Each person is entitled to their own opinion on which side they prefer. I have a theory that the first side you visit will be your favourite… drop us a comment to let us know if that’s true once you visit!

For the full guide on how to visit the Iguaçu Falls on the Brazil side, make sure to check out our post.

Which side did you prefer? Let us know in the comments – and enjoy!