6-Hour Hiking Tour in Iguaçu National Park on the Poço Preto Trail

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike the longest trail in Iguaçu National Park through lush Estacional Semideciduous Forest
• 02 Explore the historic Poço Preto path once used by the Guaraní people
• 03 Enjoy one of the best wildlife-watching areas in Iguazu
• 04 Reach the serene Iguaçu River about 15 km upstream from the falls

Embark on a 6-hour exhilarating hike along Poço Preto, the longest trail in Iguaçu National Park. Follow the historic Poço Preto path, once used by the Guaraní people, as you immerse yourself in the Atlantic rainforest and enjoy excellent wildlife-watching opportunities. Reach the serene Iguaçu River, about 15 km upstream from the falls, and take in breathtaking views of untouched nature.

Hike along the longest trail inside Iguaçu National Park, around 20 km through the middle of the Estacional Semideciduous Forest.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Foz do Iguacu

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Poço Preto Trail and Iguaçu River Hike

• Travel from the Visitor Center to the beginning of the trail by shuttle cars, vans, or buses.
• Hike along the longest trail inside Iguaçu National Park, around 20 km through the middle of the Estacional Semideciduous Forest. It is one of the best places for wildlife watching in Iguazu.
• Arrive at the Iguaçu River, around 15 km upstream from the falls. The Poço Preto path is a very old route once used by the Guaraní people and later served as access to villages before the creation of Iguaçu National Park.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Tour guide
• 2 water bottles (500 ml)
• Snack (mixed nuts, 70 g)
• A Guarani gift
• Insurance

What's Not Included

• Iguaçu National Park entrance fee
• Transfer from the hotel and transportation outside Iguaçu National Park

What to bring

• Light clothing that covers your body, such as long-sleeved shirts and pants, or insect repellent and sunscreen.
• Closed and comfortable shoes.
• Hat or cap.
• Binoculars, camera, magnifying glass...

Know before you go

• We will enter a wilderness area and be exposed to the environment and weather.
• An immersive experience in the Atlantic rainforest.
• Good for hiking, wildlife watching, and birdwatching.
• Duration: around 6 hours.
• Length: around 19.5 km.
• Conditions: unpaved path, small steep uphill and downhill sections, no obstacles, and medium physical effort.
• Recommended for people with good mobility.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Parque Nacional do Iguaçu - Centro de Visitantes - Cataratas - BR-469 - Km 18, Foz do Iguaçu - PR, Brasil

Tour start

Rod - Bus Terminus - BR-469 - Km 18, Foz do Iguaçu - PR, 85853-830, Brasil

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.