Devil's Throat: The Heart of Iguazu Falls
Experience the raw power of nature at Devil's Throat, the largest and most breathtaking waterfall in the magnificent Iguazu Falls system.
Devil's Throat, or *Garganta del Diablo*, is the most impressive and largest of the 275 waterfalls that make up Iguazu Falls, straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil. This U-shaped cataract boasts an 82-meter drop and a staggering width of 150 meters, concentrating the greatest flow of the Iguazu River. The sheer power and volume of water create a mesmerizing spectacle, drawing visitors from around the globe.
A brief summary to Lookout Devil's Throat
- Path Of The Falls Trail, Foz do Iguaçu, Foz do Iguaçu, State of Paraná, BR
Know before you go
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- Wear waterproof clothing! The mist from the falls can be intense, and you're likely to get soaked.
- Protect your electronics. Use a waterproof case or bag for your phone and camera.
- Arrive early to beat the crowds, especially during peak season.
- Book your train tickets to Devil's Throat as soon as you enter the park to secure a convenient departure time.
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Getting There
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Ecological Train
From the Iguazu National Park entrance on the Argentinian side, proceed to the Central Train Station. Board the Ecological Train of the Jungle, a free, gas-powered train that minimizes environmental impact. The train departs every 30 minutes and travels to the Garganta del Diablo Station, the closest access point to the falls. From there, it's a 1.1 km walk along a flat, accessible metal walkway over the Iguazu River to the Devil's Throat viewing platform. The train is included in the park entrance fee. Park entrance fees for non-residents are ARS 35,000 (approximately $26 USD). Be sure to get a train ticket at the train ticket desk upon entering the park to reserve a spot.
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Bus and Walking
From the Foz do Iguaçu bus terminal in Brazil, take the Rio Uruguay bus to the Puerto Iguazú bus terminal in Argentina. The bus departs every 15 minutes. From the Puerto Iguazú bus terminal, take another Rio Uruguay bus to the Iguazu National Park entrance. From the park entrance on the Argentinian side, proceed to the Central Train Station. Board the Ecological Train of the Jungle, a free, gas-powered train that minimizes environmental impact. The train departs every 30 minutes and travels to the Garganta del Diablo Station, the closest access point to the falls. From there, it's a 1.1 km walk along a flat, accessible metal walkway over the Iguazu River to the Devil's Throat viewing platform. The Rio Uruguay bus from Foz do Iguaçu to Puerto Iguazú is approximately R$15.00. The Rio Uruguay bus from Puerto Iguazú to the Iguazu National Park entrance is approximately ARS 3,000. The train is included in the park entrance fee. Park entrance fees for non-residents are ARS 35,000 (approximately $26 USD). Be sure to get a train ticket at the train ticket desk upon entering the park to reserve a spot.
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Taxi
From Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, a taxi to the Iguazu National Park entrance in Argentina takes approximately 40 minutes. From the park entrance on the Argentinian side, proceed to the Central Train Station. Board the Ecological Train of the Jungle, a free, gas-powered train that minimizes environmental impact. The train departs every 30 minutes and travels to the Garganta del Diablo Station, the closest access point to the falls. From there, it's a 1.1 km walk along a flat, accessible metal walkway over the Iguazu River to the Devil's Throat viewing platform. The taxi from Foz do Iguaçu to the Iguazu National Park entrance is approximately R$300. The train is included in the park entrance fee. Park entrance fees for non-residents are ARS 35,000 (approximately $26 USD). Be sure to get a train ticket at the train ticket desk upon entering the park to reserve a spot.
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