"A few things . . ." Top 5 Page for this destination Foz do Iguaçu Warnings Or Dangers Tip by acemj

Remember, if you're visiting the falls from Argentina and you also want to see the Brazilian side, be sure to check on the visa requirements. Many people (including Americans) will be required to get a visa to enter Brazil.

Keep in mind it can get really hot out here so when you're out visiting the national parks, be certain that you drink enough water and take it easy.

For warnings about the dangerous elements around here, check out my Ciudad del Este, Paraguay page. To summarize, there are many groups, organizations and general "lowlifes" in this part of the world because of the border areas and the ease in which things can be smuggled into Brazil by way of Paraguay.

While there are plenty of internet places around, connections are not always reliable.

Taxis are also plentiful, but not all of the drivers are going to charge you an honest fare. Be sure to ask someone who would know how much the fare should cost before you go (the front desk of your hotel should know) and then get the driver to give you an estimate before you agree to the ride. I got taken for a ride (literally and figuratively) when I caught a cab from the Friendship Bridge (Ponte da Amizade) to Itaipu. I overpaid by about 20 reais. Also, be warned that not all of the cabs are well-maintained. In this picture, you can see that my taxi driver had to stop at a gas station to try to cool down the engine. Fortunately, we made it to our destination.