Argentina - Iguazú

Due to current circumstances, guest blogger Mama Viajera is writing a few posts about our shared adventures during the four weeks in Argentina and Uruguay in December.

The pictures are taken by me.

And my posts will continue to be delayed as usual.

On December 5th, we both arrive almost at the same time in Buenos Aires. Marc from Colombia, and I from Switzerland. After a few minutes in the sun resulting in our first sunburn, we fly directly to Puerto Iguazú, a city 20km away from the waterfalls (World Heritage Site). The city is, as described in the guidebook, neglected and not particularly exciting. However, the countless falls that extend over kilometers in the border region of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay are highly spectacular and magnificent. On the first day, we visit the Brazilian side for an overall view of the natural spectacle. The amount of water, the tremendous forces! We see the roaring water from a distance and allow ourselves to be completely soaked by the spray - it's pleasant at 30 degrees Celsius.

On the 2nd day, we visit the Argentine side. Is there anything new to see? Absolutely! We stand on top of the big fall on three trails, then below, or admire the roaring water from the front. Fortunately, we both want to capture these ever-new insights with the camera. Which angle is the most beautiful? The best lighting? It takes time... it brings hundreds of pictures, and of course, selfies are included. We wrap up the excursion with a jungle trip by jeep and on foot. Unfortunately, we see few animals, but the flora is very fascinating. We agree: we need a 3rd day at the falls. We take it easy and visit the GüiráOga rescue center for injured and 'abused' wildlife kept as pets. We capture toucans, owls, etc. with our cameras.

Because the 3 days are quite tiring and we have long flights behind us, we treat ourselves to a 'free' day in a cabin in the forest, by the river.

The next day, we continue to the northwest, to Salta.