A panoramic take

Soak up the beauty of Iguazu Falls with this panoramic view from a lookout point on the Argentine side of the waterfall.

Iguazu Falls can be marvelled from a multitude of angles. Photo by Will Russell/Flickr

Reporting live from the rapids

The rushing water of Iguazu Falls sprays a cloud of mist as it cascades over the plateau, creating a subtropical microclimate which supports a variety of flora and fauna unique to the falls. You can get a close up look with a raft tour of the bottom of the falls from the Argentine side.

Take a raft ride and view the falls from the bottom up. Photo by Paul James Campbell/Flickr

Views from Argentina and Brazil

There is a debate as to which side gives you the best views of the falls: Argentina or Brazil. While it is true that 80% of the falls flow through Argentina and the other 20% flow through Brazil, the angles from each country are absolutely spectacular.

Argentina Tours:

Glaciers, Iguazu & Tango Tours

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Iguazu
9 Days / from $2089

Best of Patagonia

El Calafate, El Chalten, Puerto Natales, Torres Del Paine
10 Days / from $2479

See All Argentina Tours

An Argentine view! Photo by Terry Feuerborn/Flickr

The Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls has a catwalk that extends to the edge of one of the falls so you can get close up views of the Devil’s Throat.

An Brazil-style catwalk! Photo by Boris G/Flickr

Like the national park in Argentina, the Brazilian side of Iguazu Falls has many hiking trails around that offer humbling views of the majestic cascades from hundreds of angles.

Reward some outdoor exercise with an amazing view of Iguazu Falls from Brazil! Photo by Scott Lilly/Flickr

Discover the many angles of Iguazu Falls for yourself!

Captivated by the faces of Iguazu Falls? Contact us to speak with an experienced travel advisor to plan discover which side of Iguazu Falls you like best! All of our tour packages are fully customizable so you can get the best views of this natural wonder shared by Brazil and Argentina.

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Intro
Our fave photos of Ecuador
Additional Resources: Articles, Photos, Books, Videos
Plan your Ecuador trip

Off-the-beaten path South America

Quiet, unassuming Ecuador is a relatively undiscovered gem in Latin America. But with luscious mountains, a beautiful coast and plenty of authentic culture still to see, Ecuador is an off-the-beaten path destination that deserves some attention.

Inspiring photos of Ecuador

It got us dreaming up an Ecuador vacation, so we’re sharing some of our photos to highlight Ecuador’s most stunning destinations.

Volcanoes and natural baths in Baños
Tucked into a scenic Andean mountain valley and brimming with waterfalls and natural hot springs, Baños is the ideal destination for travelers seeking equal parts adventure and leisure. From mountain biking to volcano climbing to luxurious relaxation in the natural baths (baños) after which the town is named, adrenaline junkies are sure to get their fix, but travel to Baños also provides the opportunity to kick up your feet and revel in the tranquil surroundings.

Colonial Cuenca
This beautiful city was once the second seat of the Inca Empire, built with the intention to rival the magnificence of Cusco. The chronicles of the conquest tell of temples sheathed in gold and overflowing with precious metals, but when the Spanish conquistadors arrived, they found only a city abandoned. Today, Cuenca’s architecture bears the influence of later Spanish settlement, including cobblestone streets, majestic cathedrals, and elegant colonial houses. Gorgeous and charming, Cuenca will fascinate travelers interested in deep history and culture mixed with a good measure of Ecuadorean modernity.

Cosmopolitan Guayaquil
With its cosmopolitan flair and bustling energy, the wholly modern Guayaquil never fails to captivate travelers. This is the place to go to sample the best of Ecuador’s outstanding cuisine, such as encebollado, churrasco, and ceviche. The Malecón, a boardwalk on the banks of the Guayas River, is the social heart and symbolic center of the city – a visit here is a must for any Guayaquil travel plan.

Natural wonders on the Galapagos Islands
It’s perhaps fitting that we have pictures, because words alone cannot capture the astounding natural splendor you will experience on a Galapagos tour. Whether you are island hopping or embarking on a Galapagos cruise, a firsthand encounter with the diversity of flora and fauna in this exceptional ecosystem is guaranteed to build memories that will last a lifetime.

Articles, videos and more

Websites, articles and photos
Ecuador official tourist website: http://ecuador.travel/en/

Banos:
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ecuador/central-highlands/banos
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g312857-Banos_Tungurahua_Province-Vacations.html

Guayaquil:http://www.examiner.com/article/a-short-cruise-on-the-guayas-river

Cuenca:
http://abcnews.go.com/Travel/americans-find-retirement-paradise-ecuador/story?id=19187268
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dQt4bR89W0

Galapagos:
http://animals.nationalgeographic.co.uk/animals/photos/animals-of-the-galapagos/
http://www.aboutgalapagos.com/animals/
http://worldwildlife.org/places/the-galapagos
http://animals.about.com/od/habitatprofiles/ig/Animals-of-the-Galapagos/

Plan your trip to Ecuador

Choose from our exciting range of packages at www.galapagosforless.com, or contact one of our expert travel advisors to custom-make your own trip.

Anabel Mota

Anabel has been exploring the length and width of South America since 2010. Ditching preconceptions, settling into the local pace, and embracing the unexpected are the tenets of her philosophy of travel – and life.

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