A basalt-cliff amphitheatre spanning 2.7 kilometres where 275 individual falls thunder into the Garganta do Diabo; the sheer volume of water creates a permanent 30-metre mist cloud etched with rainbows; traverse the lower walkways at midday; the roar is a physical vibration in the chest while the atomized spray drenches the iron railings; the surrounding rainforest air is thick with humidity and the scent of wet moss.
About Cataratas do Iguaçu
A basalt-cliff amphitheatre spanning 2.7 kilometres where 275 individual falls thunder into the Garganta do Diabo; the sheer volume of water creates a permanent 30-metre mist cloud etched with rainbows; traverse the lower walkways at midday; the roar is a physical vibration in the chest while the atomized spray drenches the iron railings; the surrounding rainforest air is thick with humidity and the scent of wet moss.
Cataratas do Iguaçu, Brazil
Why Visit
Cataratas do Iguaçu is one of Brazil's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
Insider Tips
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Cataratas do Iguaçu is best explored on foot — take your time and soak in the atmosphere.
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Visit at different times of day for a completely different perspective.
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Combine your visit with nearby attractions to make the most of your time in Brazil.
