Sendero Macuco & Arrechea Falls
Sendero Macuco · Salto Arrechea
The best trail on the Argentine side for spotting rainforest wildlife, about 7 km round trip, ending at a forest waterfall where you can wade in the pool.
The Macuco Trail starts near the central station of Argentina's Iguazú National Park. It runs about 3.5 km one way through pristine Atlantic coastal rainforest. The path is gentle, and far fewer visitors walk it than the waterfall boardwalks, so you often see capuchin monkeys, coatis, butterflies and toucans. Animals are most active early in the morning. The trail ends at Salto Arrechea, a waterfall about 20 m high, where steps lead down to the pool at its base. The round trip takes about 3 hours. It is free, included with park admission. Entry to the trail is closed after 16:00. Watch out for mosquitoes and bring plenty of water.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–16:00 (afternoon trail closures; check on site)
Nearby sights
- Macuco Safari
- Upper Circuit / Lower Circuit
- Gran Aventura Boat Ride
- Brazilian Side Panoramic Trail (Trilha das Cataratas)
- Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo)
- Parque das Aves (Bird Park)
- Güirá Oga Wildlife Refuge
- La Aripuca