Tren Turístico: A Ride Through Iguazú National Park

Getting There

• Public Transport

  To reach the Tren Turístico, first take a bus from Puerto Iguazú to the entrance of Iguazú National Park (approximately every 20 minutes from the Puerto Iguazú Bus Terminal, look for buses signposted 'Cataratas'). The bus trip takes around 30 minutes. Once inside the park, follow signs to the 'Estación Central' (Central Station), where the Tren Turístico departs. The park entrance fee includes access to the Tren Turístico. Bus fare from Puerto Iguazú to the park entrance: Approximately ARS $500-1000. Park entrance fee for foreign visitors: ARS $45,000 (approximately USD $40, but check current exchange rates).

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  From Puerto Iguazú, a taxi or ride-sharing service can take you directly to the entrance of Iguazú National Park. Once inside the park, proceed to the 'Estación Central' (Central Station) to board the Tren Turístico. The park entrance fee includes access to the Tren Turístico. Taxi/ride-share fare from Puerto Iguazú to the park entrance: Approximately ARS $4000-6000. Park entrance fee for foreign visitors: ARS $45,000 (approximately USD $40, but check current exchange rates).

• Walking

  While it's not feasible to walk from Puerto Iguazú to the park entrance (18km), you can walk within the park from the entrance to the Estación Central to board the train. From the park entrance, follow the well-marked path towards the 'Centro de Visitantes' (Visitor Center) and then continue to the 'Estación Central'. This walk takes approximately 20-30 minutes. Park entrance fee for foreign visitors: ARS $45,000 (approximately USD $40, but check current exchange rates).