Puerto Iguazú

April–May and August–September (less crowded, 30-40% cheaper hotels); avoid the hot, humid summer peak (December–February) if possible.

• Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo), the falls' most powerful point
• The upper and lower circuit trails of the Argentine park
• A boat tour under the falls (gets you completely soaked)
• The tri-border point with Brazil and Paraguay

Simple hotels near the town centre, or jungle resorts close to the park entrance for early access before crowds build.

Enter at the 8am opening for two to three quiet hours before peak crowds (10am-3pm), and pack your own lunch — in-park food options are limited and pricey.

Getting around: A direct domestic flight from Buenos Aires (~1.5h). Inside the national park, a free ecological train (included in entry) connects trails and viewing platforms.

Halal & prayer places: Near-nonexistent — rely on local fish, vegetarian dishes and eggs; no formally declared halal options in this small town.

Local safety: Same as country →

Cost figures: 2026 prices: Argentine national park entry ~$22 per adult, the ecological train free with the ticket, hotels $40-100/night.

2 days

Suggested plan:

1. The upper circuit and Devil's Throat
2. The lower circuit and a boat tour