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Waterfall · Puerto Iguazú, Misiones
Garganta del Diablo
Group of falls of the Iguazú River in a gorge, viewed up close from the Argentine overlook at the end of a footbridge over the river.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Garganta del Diablo
The visit on the Argentine side is part of Parque Nacional Iguazú, in Misiones. From the platform over the river, the view turns to the rim of the falls and to the water that descends between rocky walls.
Access is via the Garganta del Diablo station of the Tren Ecológico de la Selva and by a walkway over the upper stretch of the Iguazú River. The path is approximately 1.1 km to the viewpoint and is not the same route as the Circuito Superior and Circuito Inferior. Include the round trip along the walkway when organizing your day in the park.
The amount of mist and visibility vary with the flow and the wind. Protect your phone and camera from splashes and wear sturdy footwear for the walk. The route over the river has sections exposed to the sun; drinking water, a hat and light clothing help you spread the visit without hurry. Combine this sector with the other circuits according to the time available.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
Allow about two hours for the walkway and viewpoint, in addition to internal transfers and waiting for the train.
Best time
From November to March heat and rainfall are usually more intense. From May to September temperatures tend to be milder. Flow and wind affect the amount of spray in any month.
How to get there
Leave Puerto Iguazú heading to the access of Parque Nacional Iguazú via Ruta Nacional 12 and Ruta Provincial 101. Inside the park, go to the Garganta del Diablo station and walk the boardwalk to the viewing platform.
Tip
A light poncho and waterproof protection for equipment help deal with splashes. Keep your belongings on the walkway and leave space for people returning.
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Frequently asked questions about Garganta del Diablo
Is the Garganta del Diablo part of the Circuito Superior?
No. It has its own access via the Garganta del Diablo station and the walkway over the river. Circuito Superior and Circuito Inferior are other park routes; allocate the three sectors according to your available time.
Is it a boat trip?
This visit is done by land, with an internal transfer to the station and a walk along the walkway. The Argentine viewing point is the platform at the end of the path over the river.
What to bring for the walk to the viewpoint?
Bring water, a hat, sturdy footwear and a light poncho. Splashes vary with wind and flow; store your phone and camera in a waterproof cover when necessary.