Iguazu Falls Entrance Fee 2026: Brazil and Argentina Sides
What it costs to enter each national park, what's included, and how to buy your tickets without queuing.
Iguazu Falls ticket prices at a glance (2026)
| Brazil side | Argentine side | |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign visitors | about R$137 | AR$60,000 (since 1 June 2026), also for Brazilians and other Mercosur visitors |
| Brazilians and Mercosur residents | from about R$118 | foreign visitor price |
| Argentine residents | Mercosur price | AR$25,000 (Misiones residents AR$8,000) |
| Children | free under 6 | free under 6 |
| Included | Park bus to the trail (about 12 km), the walkway and viewpoints | All trails and the train to the Devil's Throat |
| Not included | Boat trips, helicopter, Bird Park | Boat trips; second day is 50% off |
Sources: official park ticket sites and local press (H2FOZ, June–July 2026). Prices change without notice, especially in Argentina because of inflation, so always check the official site before you go.
How to buy Iguazu Falls tickets online, step by step
These are the same instructions we send our clients with their booking confirmation, updated from what we see at the parks every day.
Argentine side tickets
You can buy at the entrance, but we recommend buying online in advance. Unlike Brazil, you don't choose an entry time: the ticket is valid at any time on the date you select.
- Open the national parks website.ventaweb.apn.gob.ar. It is in Spanish, so Google Translate helps.
- Choose “Parque Nacional Iguazú”,then “Portal de acceso único”.
- Select the GENERAL ticketif you are not from Argentina or another Mercosur country. Children up to 5 years old are free.
- “Documento del titular de la tarjeta”:enter the passport number of the person who owns the card.
Error when paying? It happens quite often. Try again later or use a different card. If it still fails, buy at the ticket windows when you arrive: they take Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Argentine pesos.
Brazil side tickets
There are ticket machines at the entrance that take credit cards. Online, you have to choose an entry time.
- Open the official website.tickets.cataratasdoiguacu.com.br
- Choose the Foreigner Ticket (Ingresso Estrangeiro)unless you are from a Mercosur country.
- Pick your entry time.Allow for your transport and the border if you're coming from Argentina.
- Park bus:when asked where to board, choose “Transport included in the ticket”.
Arriving at a different time? Go to the ticket desk at the entrance and switch to the next available time. A VIP pass (extra fee) lets you skip the entrance lines at any time of day.
Brazil side of Iguazu Falls entrance fee
Brazilians pay the lowest price, then residents of Mercosur countries. Everyone else pays the full price. When you buy online you choose an entry time (not an exit time), so plan your transport to arrive on time.
Paying, ATMs and what's inside
You can pay by card or cash. There's an ATM at the entrance. Inside, the park bus is included and runs between the visitor centre and the trail. Restaurants, shops and the Macuco Safari boat trip accept cards. Food is cheaper on the Brazil side than in Argentina.
Argentine side of Iguazu Falls entrance fee
Since 1 June 2026 all foreign visitors, including Brazilians and other Mercosur nationals, pay the same price. Argentines and Misiones residents pay less. Children under 6 are free.
The train, the boat and the second day
Your ticket includes the Rainforest Ecological Train. Go to the train desk as soon as you enter to get a good departure time. The Gran Aventura boat trip is extra: book it early in the day. If you come back the next day, show your first ticket for 50% off.
On the drive back to Puerto Iguazú, the town charges a small per-person environmental tax at a roadside booth. It's not included in the park ticket or in transfers.
Money tips for your Iguazu Falls visit
- Buy online for the busiest dates: Christmas to Carnival, Easter and long weekends.
- In Argentina, card payments are easiest. Food and drinks inside the park are expensive, so bring water and snacks.
- Bring your passport. It is needed at the border, and the parks may ask for ID to check your price category.
- Going to both sides? Compare Brazil and Argentina first.
What travellers say after seeing the falls
Real words from people who visited both parks.
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“I drove with Daniel, Clovis and Nestor on my visit and every single one of them was incredibly nice to chat to, super friendly and reliable, and went out of their way and above and beyond to make this day an absolutely highlight in my trip. The falls are breathtaking and particularly right now carry so much water it is an experience absolutely out-of-this-world to visit.”
K F.Nov 2023
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“Amazing experience at the falls. did both sides of falls, Argentina side was better ( in our opinion). The power of the falls is overwhelming and the beauty of the nature surrounding the falls is amazing, the butterflies on the Argentina side are beautiful.”
sarahNov 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“We enjoyed the falls with zero stress! And our driver in Brazil (Clovis, I think was his name) was the nicest, most personable guy! Their service saved us so much time that we used to explore the beauty of the falls! I 100% recommend this”
dclaireprinceOct 2024
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Awesome
“Beautiful experience, the Falls were awesome to view finally its splendour. Very large area to walk around and viewing various Waterfalls. Very powerful display to watch”
ALCAug 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“Thanks to them, I was able to visit both the Brazilian and Argentine sides of Iguazu Falls, which are absolutely stunning regardless of the weather.”
MonikaJun 2026
- ★★★★★Google
“Our transfer was such a seamless process! Nestor was incredible, and just talking to him was such a highlight of our trip. His communication, time integrity, and care for our well being allowed myself and my friend to feel welcome while crossing over from Argentina to Brazil. Thank you Nestor for being so incredible!”
Jessica J.Sep 2026
- ★★★★★Google
“They tailored the entire day’s program according to our wishes. It was an unforgettable day for our family – thank you!”
Pelin T.Aug 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“The timings and organisation took away any stress and allowed to have a fantastic experience viewing the magical Iguazu Falls!”
Lee B.Aug 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
“We wanted to see the falls from Argentina and from Brazil side and it is totally doable and we did not have to compromise on anything.”
Shoba S.Dec 2023
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Wonderful service!
“Very pleased! All were incredibly seamless, nice drivers, clean vehicles and I felt completely safe and well taken care of.”
Kim B.Feb 2025
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Exceptional transfer service
“From the moment I first emailed this company I was impressed. For three women travelling from Australia it was reassuring to have a transfer service that would meet all our needs. Diego provided excellent information on our options which were then professionally delivered by Nester on our arrival.”
Jill P.Feb 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“We booked our whole travel in and Around Iguazu with this company, the drivers, Vidlo and Louis were awesome and helped with border crossings , fast tracked the park entrance and were always on time. We would highly recommend thank you”
Lynette L.Dec 2024
- ★★★★★Tripadvisor
Smooth transfer between Falls visits
“With just a day on each side of the Falls, we used Iguazu Falls Travel for the transport and help with the border crossing procedure. Everything went very smoothly and Iguazu Falls Travel enabled us to reduce the risks of anything going wrong and hence maximise our time at the Falls.”
Tripadvisor travellerMar 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“Highly recommend this company. They took all the stress out of figuring out how to visit both sides of the falls and get through the border. Their drivers are friendly and professional. Jorge was very trustworthy and took great care of our luggage in his car whilst we explored the falls.”
Amy G.May 2025
- ★★★★★Google
“Brilliant method to get from the Argentina side to the Brazil side and back. Avoid the massive queue of cars by just swapping cars at the border. Great service.”
Andrew J.Dec 2025
How much is the Iguazu Falls entrance fee in 2026?
For foreign visitors, about R$137 on the Brazil side and AR$60,000 on the Argentine side (since 1 June 2026). Mercosur and local residents pay less, and children under 6 are free on both sides. Prices change often, so check the official sites before you go.
Is the entrance fee the same for both sides of Iguazu Falls?
No. Brazil and Argentina run separate national parks with separate tickets. To see both sides you buy two tickets.
Can I buy Iguazu Falls tickets online?
Yes. Brazil side: tickets.cataratasdoiguacu.com.br, where you choose an entry time. Argentine side: the national parks website ventaweb.apn.gob.ar, where the ticket is valid at any time on the date you choose.
Which ticket do I choose on the Argentine website?
Select “Parque Nacional Iguazú”, then “Portal de acceso único”. If you are not from Argentina or another Mercosur country, choose the GENERAL ticket. Where it asks for “Documento del titular de la tarjeta”, enter the passport number of the person who owns the card.
The Argentine ticket website won't accept my passport number. What do I do?
If the site rejects the letters in your passport number, enter just the numbers.
What if the Argentine ticket website gives an error?
It happens quite often. Try again later or with a different card. If it still doesn't work, buy your ticket at the park entrance: the ticket windows take Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Argentine pesos.
Which ticket do I choose on the Brazil website?
Choose the Foreigner Ticket (Ingresso Estrangeiro) unless you are from a Mercosur country. When it asks where to board the park bus, choose “Transport included in the ticket”.
Is the Devil's Throat train included in the Argentine ticket?
Yes. The Rainforest Ecological Train is included. Get your train time as soon as you enter, because departures fill up. The last train to the Devil's Throat leaves at 15:30.
Is there a discount for a second day on the Argentine side?
Yes. If you return the next day you get 50% off your second entry. Keep your first ticket.
Are the boat rides included?
No. Boat trips under the falls (Macuco Safari in Brazil, Gran Aventura in Argentina) are run by private companies and cost extra.
Can I pay the entrance fee by card?
Yes, on both sides. The Brazil side has ticket machines that take credit cards, plus an ATM at the entrance. The Argentine ticket windows take Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash in Argentine pesos.
Plan your visit to both parks
We'll time your transfers around park hours, trains and boat trips.