The falls are an
unforgettable spectacle of nature, being one of the largest group of falls
in the world. The number of falls vary from 150 to 275, depending on the
amount of rain in the area.
Bonito
is one of the most desired destinations for ecotourism in Brasil, in
account of it's pristine nature, forest, many waterfalls, caves and extraordinarily
clear water with colorful fish and varied aquatic vegetation
Arrival
in the Airport of Foz do Iguassu and transfer to your hotel. Rest of
day free.
Meals Included: none
Day
2 - Iguassu Falls
Tour to the Argentinean side of the
falls. Entering the National Park,
you will go on a short train ride and walk through the scenic forest, viewing
different angles from the Iguassu upper falls, including the San Martin Falls. You will have a close look at the " Throat´s Devil", with it's
amazing amount of water rushing down the fall. On the way back from the
falls, tour stops at the Argentinean shopping district, and if weather and
time allows, a brief stop at the 3-borders point, where Parana and Iguassu
rivers as well as borders of Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay meet.
Tour
to the Brazilian side of the falls,
visiting the side of the falls that has a more complete overview, and consists of a walk following the base of the
falls. Great for taking some excellent pictures.
Meals
Included: breakfast
Optional
Tours -
You can combine the Brazilian side with a Boat ride to the
Bottom of the Falls. This tour
consists of an adventurous boat ride (in a big R.I.B). It takes you
to the base of the falls (be prepared for a wet ride). An adventure not
to be missed!
Day
4 - Iguassu Falls /
Bonito
Transfer
to airport for flight to Bonito. Transfer to hotel. Rest of
day free.
Meals Included:
breakfast
Day
5 - Bonito
You
will visit the "Gruta do Lago Azul"- The blue lake
cave, one of the most beautiful caves in Brazil, with it´s pristine
blue water lake. You will see the many stalactites and stalagmites that
have been formed over millions of years. A fascinating tour that lasts
about 3 hours, and you can do an optional tour during the remaining
time.
Meals Included: breakfast
Optional
Tours - We advise you to go in a snorkeling flotation
tour- Rio da Prata or
Sucuri River - which consists of a flotation down the river (using
masks, snorkel, a flotation device and diving suit- fins are not allowed).
The current takes you gently down the river, giving you time to admire
the many fish species and the river´s spring, with the bubbles coming
up from the sandy bottom. It´s not necessary to have previous
experience- the instructor will guide you through. Unforgettable
experience.
Day
6 - Bonito
Boat
tour down the Formoso River. It's a Photo
Safari and light rafting, allowing you to appreciate and photograph the
exotic fauna and flora around the river margins. Duration: half day
Meals
Included: breakfast
Optional
Tours -Waterfall
tour Rio do Peixe: consists of a short walk through the forest, followed by swimming in some of the many waterfalls
and natural pools formed in Bonito. The water is transparent, there are
many colorfull fish around and the scenery is absolutely beautiful. This
tour includes delicious homemade lunch and a time to rest in hammocks.
Day
7 - Bonito
Day
free to explore Bonito.
Meals Included: breakfast
Optional
Tours - Again there are many
options to choose from, all depending on your interests.Another
snorkeling tour or waterfall
tour.
If you like hardcore
adventure, you can do a tour called Abismo Anhumas (The Anhumas'
Abyss), which includes scuba diving or snorkeling in a lake into a
cave and a 72 meters vertical rappel to be able to enter the cave - This
is considered to be the biggest adventure tour of Brazil. No previous
experience is necessary, but the people interested need to practice some
rappel techniques the day before the tour (and be approved by the
instructors). Limited numbers per day. Unforgettable tour!
07 nights in Hotel or at Pousada
(Inn) Standard Room, including room and government taxes
07 breakfasts
Land
transfers as detailed in the itinerary, including bilingual guide
Guided Tours as detailed, including bilingual guides and National Park
taxes. Tours can change due to operational, safety or weather condition. -Tour to the Argentinean
side of the falls in Iguassu
Falls
Drinks,
Laundry, Tips, Telephone calls, and any other personal expenses etc….
Meals
Meals included in the program are detailed in the following chart.
DAYS
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
Breakfast
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Accommodation:
Double
rooms can have separate beds or not. A third person depending on the hotel
has the possibility of using a sofa bed. Consult for children policy.
Payment:
Deposit
of 30% to guarantee your reservation. The remaining amount must be paid a
minimum 30 days before start of the tour. If reservation is made within 30
days of the tour full payment required to make a reservation.
Cancellation:
Up
to 30 days before full refund is given unless the flight tickets have been
emitted. In this case there will be a penalty due to the cancellation of
the tickets. This depends on the rules of the airline used.No refund is given when a cancellation is made within 30 days of
departure.
Operation
of tour:
Minimum
of 1 pax to operate.
Responsability:
Brasil Travel / Melchior & Hodson Ltda and/or agencies involved with
the packages, flights and tours shall act only as agents of the tour
members in making arrangements for hotels and any other services and do
not assume any liability what so ever for any injury, damage, death, loss,
accident or delay to persons or property due to an act of God, default by
any hotel, company or person rendering any of services included on the
tours or flights. Furthermore, no responsability is accepted for
quarentine, government restrains, weather or other causes beyond control.
No responsability is accepted for any additional expenses, omissions,
delays, re-routing or acts of government authority.
