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Cataratas del Iguazú (Iguazú Falls) Description: The Iguazú Falls fittingly receive their name from the Guarani Indian word meaning ‘great waters’. Surrounded by the virgin jungle of Iguazú National Park, home to 2000 species of flora and 400 species of bird (including parrots and toucans), the Paraná River divides into 275 separate falls. The highest, the Garganta del Diabolo (Devil’s Throat) reaches 70m (230ft), which is one and a half times the height of the Niagara Falls. Besides taking in the stunning view from a series of catwalks, visitors may enjoy kayaking, canoeing and other watersports. Nearby historic Jesuit Mission ruins, such as those at San Ignacio Miní, are also popular. Contact Addresses: Iguazú National Park, Victoria Aguirre 66, 3370 Puerto Iguazú, Misiones, Argentina Tel: (037) 5742 0722 or 5742 0180 or 5742 0382. Fax: (037) 5742 0382. E-mail: iguazu@interiguazu.com.ar or pniguazu@iguazunet.com Website: www.parquesnacionales.gov.ar Transportation: Air: Ministro Pistarini Airport (Buenos Aires). Road: Coach: Services to bus terminal from Buenos Aires. Opening Times: Daily 0800-1800 (winter); daily 0700-1900 (summer). Admission Fees: US$9 (adult), free (child under 12). 
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