Iguazu Falls: Brazil and Argentina sides
The falls are shared by two countries, and the Brazilian side in Foz do Iguaçu is only one of two parks. Many visitors who stay in Foz add the Argentine side as a separate day trip across the Ponte Tancredo Neves to Puerto Iguazú. This page covers what that day involves. Details of the Argentine routes themselves are on our Puerto Iguazú guide.
Your Brazilian park ticket does not cover Argentina. You pay a second entry, in a second currency, and you cross a border on both legs of the day.
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This transfer takes you to the Argentine side and back, and you pay the park ticket at the entrance.
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Iguazu Falls tours from Foz do Iguaçu
Day trips and combined tours for the Brazilian and Argentine sides, with live prices and availability.
Brazilian side and Argentine side compared
2026 prices.
| Brazilian side | Argentine side | |
|---|---|---|
| Park entry | BRL 131, or BRL 118 for Brazil/Mercosul category (each plus a voluntary BRL 3) | ARS 60,000 general |
| Opening | Entry 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., falls area entry until 4 p.m. |
| Inside the park | Park bus included in the ticket | Free train ticket, collected on site |
| Main routes | Trilha das Cataratas | Circuito Superior and Circuito Inferior |
| Devil's Throat | Viewed from the Brazilian trail, subject to walkway access | Walkway closed (see below) |
| Border needed | No | Yes, both ways |
For most visitors with only one day in the park, the Brazilian side is the simpler choice. Add the Argentine side when you have a spare day, a valid passport and time for the border. If you would rather have a guide and a driver for the crossing, you can compare private tours covering both sides.
The Devil's Throat on the Argentine side
The Garganta del Diablo walkway in Argentina has been closed since 3 August 2026. The boards and railings are being taken down as a precaution, and no reopening date has been announced. The rest of the park stays open, so the Argentine side is not closed as a whole.
While the walkway is closed, the Circuito Superior and the Circuito Inferior are the alternatives. The train still runs between Estación Central, Estación Cataratas and Estación Garganta, but that does not promise a ride to the Devil's Throat platform. If the Devil's Throat is your reason to cross, check the park's current notice before you go.
How the border day works
Documents, tickets and timing.
Crossing from Foz
The road crossing between Foz do Iguaçu and Puerto Iguazú uses the Ponte Tancredo Neves over the Rio Iguaçu. Border times vary, so do not plan a tight schedule.
Documents
Bring your passport. German citizens can stay in Argentina for up to 90 days without a visa for tourism, and a national ID card alone may not be enough, so bring your passport. US citizens need a visa approved in advance for Brazil, so check your return as well.
Tickets and payment
Tickets are personal, so carry your passport. You can buy online or pay at the park, and the park accepts cash in Argentine pesos and cards. A second visit within 72 hours is half price.
Train timing
The basic timetable lists the last train towards the Devil's Throat at 3:30 p.m. and the return at 5:30 p.m. On the circuits, the last entry is between 3:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m., so arrive well before 3:45 p.m.
Children
Children under 6 are in the exempt category. From age 6 the residence or national category applies. The Nacional rate of ARS 25,000 is for Argentines and permanent residents, not for all Mercosul visitors.
Plan the rest of your trip
Combine the sides sensibly.
Argentine side of Iguazu Falls: frequently asked questions
Can I visit both sides of Iguazu Falls?
Yes, as two separate park visits. Each country has its own ticket, and you cross the border in between. Most visitors give each side its own day.
Does my Brazilian ticket work in Argentina?
No. A Brazilian park ticket does not replace an Argentine one, and the other way round.
Is the Devil's Throat open?
The Argentine walkway has been closed since 3 August 2026 with no reopening date. Check the park's current notice before crossing.
Do I get the Mercosul rate in Argentina?
Not automatically. The general entry is ARS 60,000, and the Nacional rate applies to Argentines and permanent residents.
How much cash do I need?
The park accepts cards as well as cash in Argentine pesos. Entry is priced in pesos, so have a card ready in case you carry little cash.
Can I see the Devil's Throat from Brazil instead?
Yes, the Brazilian trail looks towards it, but walkway access depends on the water level. Our Brazilian side guide explains the current situation.