Parque das Aves (Bird Park)

Parque das Aves

A bird conservation park for Atlantic Forest species just across from the gate of the Brazilian national park, with large walk-in flight cages of toucans, macaws and flamingos. It's the best place to take photos with birds.

Parque das Aves is directly across from the entrance to Iguazu National Park on the Brazilian side, a five-minute walk away. Founded in 1994 by a German couple, it covers 16 hectares of Atlantic Forest and houses about 1,400 birds of more than 150 species. About half were rescued from smuggling and abuse, making it the largest Atlantic Forest bird conservation organization in the world. The visit follows a 1.5 km circular rainforest trail that passes several large walk-in aviaries. In the toucan aviary, a Toco toucan perches on the railing half a meter from you. In the macaw aviary, red and blue macaws fly overhead. There are also a flamingo lake, hornbills, parrots, a hummingbird garden and a butterfly house, plus crocodiles, pythons and spider monkeys. Wild native birds and raccoons often appear along the trail. The whole visit takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Tickets cost about BRL 90 to 100 (2025 prices, available online). Opening hours are 08:30 to 17:00, with last entry at 16:00. The park has a café and a gift shop, and proceeds fund conservation. This is the place to take a photo with a toucan, but please don't touch or feed the birds, and bring insect repellent. Birds are most active from 9 to 11 a.m., and around midday they often hide in the shade. A good plan is to walk the Brazilian-side waterfall trail in the morning, cross the road straight to Parque das Aves after leaving the park, and visit Itaipu or the Triple Frontier in the afternoon. It's especially recommended for families with children. The park also offers a paid Backstage Experience, where you can get up close to rescued birds.

Parque das Aves (Bird Park)

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