Iguassu & Beyond
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Iguassu & Beyond
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9 days
Small Group
Budget
Light
English
Experience Overview
For the nature lover who also wants to explore the nightlife of the urban jungle and have plenty of time on the beach, this nine-day adventure offers the perfect combination of natural beauty and cosmopolitan culture.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Guaraní Community Experience, Puerto Iguazú Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Discover Moment: Paraty Your Discover Moment: Ilha Grande
- Iguassu Falls visit (Brazil and Argentina)
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (8 nts).
- 8 breakfasts
Transport
- Plane, shared van, ferry.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Highlights
- Experience the sophistication of Buenos Aires
- Stand in awe of Iguassu Falls
- Sip a caipirinha in Rio
- Explore the cobblestoned streets of colonial Paraty
Trip Details
9 days
Plane, shared van, ferry.
English
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Budget
Classic, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Buenos Aires
If you arrive early, start exploring! Later, grab a seat and enjoy a drink at one of the city's many sidewalk cafés and restaurants.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Carsson Hotel
Day 2: Buenos Aires/Foz do Iguaçu
After settling in, opt to partake in one of the adventurous activities offered in the area like, a helicopter ride over the falls or a visit to the nearby bird park.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Head to the airport and fly north to the Argentine side of Iguassu Falls. Continue on to the border via private vehicle from there.Activity - Experience a unique visit to the G Adventures-supported Jasy Pora community in the morning. Meaning “Luna Bonita,” this community is located just 20 minutes from the centre of Puerto Iguazú in the area known as Las 600 Hectáreas. The region is home to the native Guaraní communities and Jasy Pora was formed by 20 different families whom are opening their doors to share culture and knowledge with travellers. The aim is to preserve their heritage and create employment opportunities for future generations. Historically nomadic, the Guaraní community of Argentina has adapted to modern challenges while still protecting their ancestral lands. Your visit has a meaningful impact and helps to foster pride and ensure the preservation of their heritage. Guided by a local Guaraní expert, the group will explore the lush Misiones rainforest and experience a deeper connection to nature. Learn more about the traditional uses of flora and fauna, the Indigenous language, and the importance of a harmonious relationship with the environment through sustainable practices.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Transport - Climb aboard and drive to the Brazilian side of Iguassu Falls for a little exploration. Activity - Visit the Brazil side of the falls to get a panoramic view of Iguaçu, one of the world's largest and most impressive waterfalls. In total, there are over 275 individual falls spread out over 3km (2 mi). Find the best spot to take jaw-dropping photos of this UNESCO World Heritage site.Accommodation - Hotel Del Rey
Day 3: Foz do Iguaçu
Explore trails that will bring you directly over the falls of the Devil's Throat—the highest and deepest of the falls. Other trails allow access to the stretch of falls across the forest on the Argentine side. Opt to take an inflatable boat to the base of the thundering falls.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Activity - Spend the whole day on the Argentine side of Iguassu, exploring the paths over the falls or experience the UNESCO World Heritage site from a boat tour. Tours utilize trails and catwalks adapted to the landscape of the area, and walking is easy for all ages; guided tours of the complex are available several times a day.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - Hotel Del Rey
Day 4: Foz do Iguaçu/Paraty
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - An early morning flight gets you Paraty with plenty of time to explore.Transport - Enjoy the drive to São Paulo, stopping for lunch along the way. Accommodation - Pousada Laguna Blue
Day 5: Paraty
Paraty is a quaint colonial town renowned for its architecture—the pace might be slow but there's a lot to choose from. Considered one of the world's most important examples of Portuguese colonial architecture by UNESCO, the historic centre is a well-preserved national historic monument, and today has been closed to vehicles to preserve its laid-back colonial ambiance. Opt to take a boat trip in the bay, kayak, go horseback riding, or take a jeep tour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Your trip is just that – yours. Want to linger at the market or grab a table at that cozy café? Consider it done. We give your trip structure and direction, but you decide what you want to do with it on your free days.Accommodation - Pousada Laguna Blue
Day 6: Paraty/Ilha Grande
A short, scenic drive along the coast takes us to Angra dos Reis. Board the ferry to Ilha Grande—home to some of Brazil's most beautiful beaches.
Enjoy free time to soak up the sun, snorkel, hike and cruise to various beaches, not to mention feast on fresh seafood and sip caipirinhas in the plaza in the evenings.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Climb aboard and make friends with your seatmate en route to the next stop.Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Accommodation - Pousada Mata Nativa
Day 7: Ilha Grande
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Your trip is just that—yours. Want to linger at the market or grab a table at that cozy café? Consider it done. We give your trip structure and direction, but you decide what you want to do with it on your free days.Accommodation - Pousada Mata Nativa
Day 8: Ilha Grande/Rio de Janeiro
Travel back to the mainland by ferry before continuing north along the coast. Enjoy the incredible scenery before rounding the cliffs at Vidigal. Get your first look at one of the most memorable cities in the world—Río de Janeiro.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.Transport - Enjoy the incredible scenery before rounding the cliffs at Vidigal. Get your first look at one of the most memorable cities in the world—Río de Janeiro.Free_time - Use your free time in Rio to start your exploration of this world-class city. Accommodation - Royalty Rio Hotel
Day 9: Rio de Janeiro
There are no planned activities today so feel free to book onward travel at any time. Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
Meals included: Breakfast
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $4099
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
For the nature lover who also wants to explore the nightlife of the urban jungle and have plenty of time on the beach, this nine-day adventure offers the perfect combination of natural beauty and cosmopolitan culture.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 08 Jun 2026
Customer Reviews
07/15/2024
A nice guided tour of Iguazú Falls, Paraty, Ilha Grande, starting in Buenos Aires and ending in Rio. A good mix of activities and opportunities to hike, enjoy the outdoors and spot wildlife in their natural environment.
07/14/2024
My family had an amazing time on our 9 day Argentina/Brazil adventure. We saw a great mix between the wonders of nature and the experiences in 2 of South America's biggest cities. We saw so many wonderful things in such a short period of time. One of...
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
07/15/2024
A nice guided tour of Iguazú Falls, Paraty, Ilha Grande, starting in Buenos Aires and ending in Rio. A good mix of activities and opportunities to hike, enjoy the outdoors and spot wildlife in their natural environment.
07/14/2024
My family had an amazing time on our 9 day Argentina/Brazil adventure. We saw a great mix between the wonders of nature and the experiences in 2 of South America's biggest cities. We saw so many wonderful things in such a short period of time. One of...
07/10/2024
THe tour provided experiences in both big-city and natural or ecological experiences. Although only 10 days long, it included many of the most popular tourist desrtinations in Brazil. PLus the tour of Izuagzu Falls was exception. Our guide, Flor, was g...
07/09/2024
I had a good time.
07/09/2024
Iguassa and Beyond was a very fun trip, full of adventures for us, including getting lost a few times in the jungle in Brazil. I enjoyed being with the group for some dinners and traveling together, as well as having the time to make our own plans. The a...
07/09/2024
Overall great experience, great itinerary and the people on the tour were great.
07/08/2024
Overall, an excellent trip.
07/14/2024
A most memorable and enjoyable tour.
07/01/2024
I had a wonderful time on this tour. Made memories that will last a lifetime.
06/29/2024
This was my fourth tour with G-Adventures and all have exceeded expectations. Great itineraries, perfect group size, ability to do group activities and individual if desired. Great group leaders.
06/18/2024
We had a fabulous adventure in Argentina and Brazil with G Adventures. The sites were as described and our CEO treated us all as if we were family. We saw the sites together, we ate together, we shared our pictures with each other, and we laughed toget...
06/12/2024
Overall experience was very positive, good way to experience south America, will definitely travel to Brazil, again.
06/12/2024
This trip was excellent. I really like the diversity of the places we visited: big cities, jungle, falls, beaches, small villages and an island. Transportation was great. I appreciated the shared vans that were used as they provided ample room for everyo...
06/11/2024
A full on but fun experience filled with laughter, sunshine, sand and sea and plenty of good food!
06/10/2024
Fast paced and lots to see; an amazing trip! The perfect way to end my South America adventure ??
06/10/2024
This is our third tour with the G Adventures group and it won't be our last. Your backroom staff need to be appluaded as everything went like clockwork, especially when issues arose.
06/07/2024
I had not spent much time in South America, so I just wanted to see and experience the locations and sites. I got to do just that and make some new friends along the way!
06/05/2024
Great tour exploring Iguazú falls and Brazil. I couldn’t have organised everything we did by myself so very grateful for this experience.
06/04/2024
After an full on (and fairly demanding) Peru trip, I enjoyed having a little more 'chill' time. The Argentine Tango experience is an additional must do in Buenos Aires; Iguazu is amazing - add the boat trip; Paraty and Ilha Grande are chilled a...
05/30/2024
It was an amazing trip with quite a few pleasant surprises! Bb
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