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Touring Brazillian side of the falls
This morning it is time to head to the Iguaçu National Park for an excursion which will include both a gentle wildlife walk and the witnessing of an untamed force of nature. From the entrance to the park, a private vehicle leads the way to some of the trails which dissect this 1,700 km² Reserve. The subtropical rainforests which cover the landscape are home to a huge variety of jungle plants, tropical trees, and 400 bird species. The walkways offer incredible panoramic views at numerous lookout points along the route to the main falls, so ensure time is taken to enjoy these changing perspectives on the way. The spectacular Devil’s Throat is the big highlight of this experience and is clearly visible from various angles leading up to and on the climax of the trek, where the water drops more than 80 metres with a force strong enough to create a never-ending spray cloud 10 metres tall, and hikers will have a fantastic view of this phenomenon on arrival. Having taken in this spectacle of nature, prepare to get wet, as next up is a boat tour (shared) that will take you right up to the thundering waters of the falls. This excursion starts with a two kilometre drive in an open-top jeep through the tropical rainforest of Iguaçu National Park. The final 500 metres to the bank of the Iguaçu River are on foot, before you board a specially-equipped motor launch for a thrilling ride as the boat negotiates the rough waters and penetrates the mist created by the falls.