Same concept, new location, Awasi brings you the Iguazú Falls as you have never before experienced them. Located just 15 minutes from the world’s largest waterfalls, Awasi’s new 14-room lodge is situated on the banks of the River Iguazú, each villa will be assigned with a private guide and 4WD, allowing guests to explore at their own pace, visiting where they want, when they want, and for however long they want. After days spent exploring the impressive natural scenery in and around the Iguazú Falls, guests can return to Awasi to relax in their private plunge pool!
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Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Located just 20 minutes from one of the world's largest waterfalls
- Each villa is assigned with a private guide and 4WD allowing guests to explore at their own pace
- Impressive scenery in and around the Iguazu Falls
- Explore the Atlantic rainforest, home to more than 400 species of wildlife!
Travelling with Eclipse
Peace of Mind
- Eclipse Travel is Australian owned and run, and an ATAS accredited travel agent.
- 24/7 emergency numbers and local contacts provided for support while you’re abroad.
- We provide all the information you need to organise your visas and vaccinations, making travel preparation stress-free.
- No currency surcharges. Once your deposit is paid, your price is guaranteed.
Specialists
- Our consultants are true destination experts, with firsthand experience and extensive travel in the regions we offer.
- Expect quick, professional responses and dedicated service from our knowledgeable team.
- We conduct regular checks on destinations, hotels, and services to ensure quality for every trip.
Authentic Travel
- Tailor-made itineraries designed around your unique requirements.
- Freedom to select your preferred style and standard of accommodation.
- Unique itineraries that take you beyond the major highlights, immersing you in each location.
- Committed to responsible travel: we reinvest in the environment and local communities across our destinations.
Excursions
Awasi Iguazu has worked with a renowned biologist to create a series of excursions that go beyond the falls. From landscape to history, flora and fauna, the Misiones Province is a melting pot of contrasts and diversity.
Devil's Throat
Allow yourself to be awe-inspired by the most impressive cascade of the Iguazú Falls, with a total drop spanning 84 meters. Walk a little over a kilometre on the boardwalks that cross the Upper River Iguazú, appreciating the jungle scenery. Enjoy bird watching - there are many swifts in the early morning and at sunset before they return to their nests behind the waterfall.
Upper & Lower Circuits
Admire the views from above and below the San Martín, Bossetti and Dos Hermanas waterfalls, each set in lush vegetation. We recommend heading out early from the hotel in order to enjoy these circuits before the crowds arrive, taking a gentle stroll along 3.5 km of walkways.
Macuco Path
A first approach with the Atlantic forest and its fauna in one of the least visited circuits of the Iguazú National Park. With a total distance of 7km, this walk allows visitors to discover the wilder side of this popular park at their own pace. A smaller waterfall of 20 metres, the Salto Arrechea, and the natural pool that forms at its feet mark the end of the way.
Triple Border
Learn about the history of Puerto Iguazú, visiting the port where tree trunks, and yerba mate grown in the jungle, were historically shipped out. Take a boat ride to the confluence of the Rivers Iguazú and Paraná, serving as a border for three countries - Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay – and the point of origin of the Iguazú Falls, according to geologists.
Mbya Guarani Settlement
For those interested in culture, this excursion gives you an insight into the life, customs and traditions of the Guaraní villagers, the original inhabitants of these lands, guardians of the Iguazú Falls. Experience this melting pot of cultures, enjoying the unique experience of being guided by locals, who will reveal the hunting traps they use to catch food, their traditional medicinal plants and the artisan crafts they make from materials found in the jungle.
Excursion to Alto Parana
At the point where the jungle meets with the Urugua-í Creek, the most unusual geological formations are found, with semiprecious stones encrusted in the rocks. Archaeologists believe this was the home of the pre-Guaraní civilisations as the area provides ready available food and shelter. Float along the waters of the Paraná, either in kayak or by boat, finishing with a refreshing swim in the waters below the hidden Yasí Waterfall.
Excursion to Yacu-i Reserve
Discover into the region’s best-preserved area of jungle, crossing through the Iguazú National Park on the beautiful National Road No. 101, until you reach the Awasi Yacu-í Reserve. Here you will see extremely rare species, such as Rosewood Trees (Palo Rosa), Palm Heart Trees (Palmeras Palmito) and primitive tree ferns. At the Yacuí creek, guests can take out kayaks or simply enjoy a moment of rest and contemplation on the shore.
Urugua-i Provincial Park
The Urugua-í Provincial Park is located to the south-east of the Iguazú National Park, some 150 km from Awasi. It is the most extensive national reserve in the Misiones Province, and as such is used by NGOs and private landowners to carry out conservation projects working to protect the rich biodiversity of the park and surrounding Atlantic Rainforest. This area showcases the work of local biologists, their research and conservation projects. Travel time in vehicle to arrive at this area: 2.5 hours.
Encantado Waterfall
Enjoy first-hand contact with nature, diving into the pure waters at the foot of the pristine and secluded Enchanted (Encantado) Waterfall. At sunset, on your way back to the lodge, it is worth a stop at the Uruzú Ranger Station in order to try, with a little luck, to spot mammals at the salt lick (a place where naturally occurring salt deposits are found in the ground).
Uruzu Ranger Station
This route takes us to the Urugua-í Provincial Park, an area of excellently preserved jungle, globally recognised for its biodiversity. The extensive trails are ideal for those who love bird watching. A salt lick offers the chance, with a little luck, to view some mammals.
Excursion to the Jesuit Missionary Ruins of San Ignacio Mini, Nuestra Senora de Loreto and Santa Ana
If you are interested in history and culture, don’t think twice before opting for this excursion to the Jesuit Missionary Ruins. In the 17th and 18th centuries the Jesuits came to live and work with the Guaraní tribes. The three missionary settlements we are able to visit are all Unesco World Heritage Sites, located 15 km from one another, each with unique characteristics making all three worth visiting.
About the Hotel
Room Types
Whats included?
- Private transfers from and to Puerto Iguazu airport
- Accommodation in private villas
- All meals included during your stay
- Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages
- Private excursions with a private guide and a 4x4 vehicle
- Tailor-made service
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Hotel Taxes
- Gratuities
- Travel insurance and any items not mentioned as included
Notes
Packing Recommendations
- Light, breathable, quick-dry synthetic clothing
- Water-repellent outer layers
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, swimsuit, mosquito repellent
- Comfortable hiking shores, backpack, water bottle will be provided by Awasi upon arrival
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
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