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Hi--
My apologies to the board if this is a repeat, but I''ve searched the forum for a bit and am realizing I better get packing. So here are a few very tactical questions about my upcoming trip (I leave Wednesday!) If you have some insight, I'd greatly appreciate it!
- I've heard/read that Iguazu can be both wet and muddy and the forecast is calling for thunderstorms while I'm there. Is there really that much hiking to do (therefore needing hiking boots) or am I ok with trail runners? (I hate to pack another pair of big shoes).
- Is it relatively simple to get a taxi from the Iguazu airport to the town? I am spending the first night in town and the second night at the Sheraton. (I'm trying to decide if I need to arrange anything in advance or if I can wing it.) Time / Cost?
- I've read about a trip under the falls. Is this something that should be arranged in advance, or can I book it once there? Any idea what I should pay for this per person (approximate is fine 
)
- Since I arrive mid-morning in Iguazu, are there any 'don't miss' things to do/see in town?
Thanks in advance! I have planned this very budget trip in about 3 weeks time and while I have much to read on the plane, I was hoping to get a bit of a heads up in advance.
I'll be sure to share my experiences upon my return!
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We were there last month and it had rained a fair bit prior to our arrival. If you stick to the main trails mud will not be an issue and shoes will be fine. Mud is a bit of an issue if you walk the road beside the train tracks but we were OK in shoes. There is quiet trail just the other side of the "monkey bridge" off the main road to the Sheraton that was a bit muddy when I walked it and was happy to have boots on. You likely will not have time for this trail; I was birding.
A taxi between the airport and the Sheraton is 70 pesos flat rate. There is a sign in the airport listing the fares for various destinations. Our driver from the airport wanted to arrange to take us to Brazil. When we were not interested in Brazil he arranged to take us back to the airport. He must have got a better offer for his time because he did not show up. When it was clear that he was late he had the doorman get us another and all was fine in a couple of minutes. There is no need to prebook your return to the airport.
If you do the lower trail there is an option to get close to the base of one of the falls. This involves getting wet. Give some thought to what you will look like when the clothing you have choosen gets wet. Some people evidently did not.
Enjoy.
I don't think you need hiking boots/shoes.
Yes, its very easy to get a taxi from the airport. We had the Sheraton get us a taxi to return to the airport. We asked the night before-no big deal to do so.
I don't remember the cost for the boat trip under the Falls and we were there a couple years ago so it probably has changed. We did not book in advance, got there shortly after they opened (we stayed at the Sheraton so it was very easy to hit the trails right after the Falls open). U get completely soaked, but it feels good since its so hot.
have a great trip!
Gavin & Yestravel... many thanks for the advice. I will leave the hiking books and the white t-shirts at home (More room in my suitcase for Tango shoes!)
Thanks again!
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My friend and I were just at Iguazu last month. There was so much water the boat ride was canceled on the day we arrived. We had prepaid it but easily got our money back. In hindsight, we were glad we didn't go on the boat ride. Too many other things to do and it is expensive. You will get soaked at the lower falls (but it's fun) so we wore flip flops. It was a little slippery but this way our shoes didn;t get wet. You'll love Iguazu... we did.
We were also there last month. No problem with taxis although we booked ours in advance both way through Los Troncos where we stayed. No you do not need hiking boots, and yes leave the white tee-shirts for another day. We did the under water fall trip. Since you probably spent $300 on a room at the Sheraton, go for the boat ride. I think it is about $50 for the package including the ride back from Devils Throat. Do not miss Devil's throat. Look for the people in the yellow shirts in the park. You can charge it.
Sandiej, we're also going to Iguazu, and we've booked Los Troncos. Any advice on what to see while we're there? We will have 2 nights.
A small tip for the Sheraton restaurant: If you don't finish your wine bottle at dinner they will happily let you bring the rest back for lunch the next day. Save the cork. The bottles have a Sheraton sticker on them.
As has already been mentioned, you won't need hiking boots.. shoes will be fine.
I don't remember what it cost for the boat trip, but I would not have missed it. We went on the one that takes you on a huge truck through the jungle, then a boat ride, that ends with the trip under the falls. Everyone squealed with laughter. Then the walk up the path to the top , all soaking wet, was fun too.
Have a great time.
Susan in Tronoto. Say hello to Sofi at Los Troncos. Sofi and her staff are wonderful. All the restaurants in town are good, not fancy. We had dinner outside at Los Troncos the first night. You can walk the few blocks to town and take the bus to the park. We did take the full Great Adventure (I found the brochure), cost AR$150 about US$50. It is huge truck trip described by kodi, then the ride under the falls (you are given a canvsas bag for your stuff). Take off your shoes as you board the boat and put stuff in the bag. That is a must do!! We finished with the ecological tour back from Devil's throat. The second night we ate at small restaurant next to La Rodeo. Very local.