Iguassu By Local · Private Local Guides · Brazil & Argentina
Your private Iguazu Falls tour, planned locally around your trip
Tell us your dates, your hotel and how much time you have. Iguassu By Local plans your visit to the Brazilian and Argentine sides, with an English-speaking local guide and private transfers when needed.
Get a personalized proposalLocal tour company in Foz do Iguaçu · Private tours · English-speaking guides
At Iguazu Falls, good planning makes a real difference
The Brazilian and Argentine sides are very different. Park hours, distances, crowds and the border crossing can all affect how your day unfolds.
Start at the right time
Depending on the day and season, starting a little earlier can mean less waiting and a more enjoyable visit.
Coordinate both sides carefully
Brazil and Argentina offer very different experiences. Planning the two sides around your schedule matters, especially when your time is limited.
Allow enough time to get around
Distances, transportation inside the parks and transfers often take longer than first-time visitors expect.
Plan ahead for the border crossing
If your trip includes both countries, the border crossing needs to be factored into the day along with the required travel documents.
The goal isn’t to rush through everything. It’s to use your time well and actually enjoy Iguazu Falls.
What we handle for you
We plan the details around your schedule and the sides you want to visit, so you can spend less time figuring things out and more time enjoying Iguazu Falls.
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A plan built around your schedule
Your available time, hotel, arrival and departure plans are taken into account from the start. -
A pace that works for you
The day is planned around the time you have and how you prefer to travel. -
Both sides planned together
If you’re visiting Brazil and Argentina, we coordinate the visits and border crossing as part of the same itinerary. -
Private transfers when needed
Transportation can be included when it makes your itinerary simpler and more convenient.
Which Iguazu Falls tour fits your trip?
Depending on how much time you have, you can visit the Brazilian side, the Argentine side, or experience both sides over two days.
Brazilian side
The big-picture view
- Sweeping panoramic views of the falls
- A shorter visit
- A great choice if you have limited time
Argentine side
Up close to the falls
- Multiple trails and viewpoints
- A more immersive experience
- More walking and more time in the park
Brazil + Argentina in 2 days
The complete Iguazu Falls experience
- Panoramic views in Brazil + an up-close experience in Argentina
- One side each day, without rushing
- Border crossing built into the itinerary
- Planned around your schedule
Tell us about your trip — we’ll take it from there
Send us your dates, number of travelers and what you’d like to see. We’ll get back to you with a personalized proposal built around your schedule.
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They experienced Iguazu with Iguassu By Local
Travelers from around the world trust us to experience Iguazu Falls on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides.
It was a great pleasure to spend the day with Hakim. As we are from Canada and were looking for a French-speaking guide, we were lucky to find his services. We were not disappointed. Everything was perfect. He is calm, knows the region extremely well and gives excellent advice. I highly recommend him.
A huge thank you to Hakim, our guide in Iguaçu, who showed us the magnificent falls and surrounding area on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides. […] We were delighted.
The trips were at our pace, with options and choices available.
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Get your personalized proposal
Send us a few details about your trip and we’ll put together a proposal based on your dates, schedule and the sides of Iguazu Falls you’d like to visit.
Send us the basics
You don’t need to have everything figured out. Just send us:
- Travel dates
- Number of travelers
- Hotel or city
- Preferred visits: Brazil / Argentina / both sides
- Private transfers: yes / no / not sure
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A local tour company built on years of experience at Iguazu Falls
Iguassu By Local was founded by Hakim Allaki, a local guide based in Foz do Iguaçu since 2011. Years spent guiding international travelers on both the Brazilian and Argentine sides helped shape the way the company works today.
Every private tour is planned around the traveler’s schedule, pace, available time and the practical details of visiting both countries. The goal is simple: make the experience well organized, personal and easy to enjoy.
Depending on your dates, language and itinerary, your tour may be led by Hakim or by one of the experienced English- or French-speaking guides selected by Iguassu By Local. Hakim remains involved in planning and guide selection, helping ensure that each tour reflects the same standards the company was built on.
Learn more about how Iguassu By Local plans private visits and works with local guides.
About Iguassu By LocalQuestions travelers often ask before booking
Do I need a guide to visit Iguazu Falls?
No. Both parks can be visited independently. A private tour is mainly useful if you want help with timing, transportation, the border crossing and planning the two sides around your schedule.
How much time should I plan for Iguazu Falls?
Two days is the most comfortable option if you want to experience both the Brazilian and Argentine sides without rushing. If you have less time, we can help you decide which option makes the most sense for your trip.
Can I visit Brazil and Argentina in one day?
It can be done in some situations, but it depends on your schedule, border conditions and how much of each park you want to see. For most travelers, one side per day offers a more relaxed experience.
Can Iguassu By Local help with the border crossing?
Yes. If your itinerary includes both countries, we factor the border crossing into the schedule and help you understand the logistics. Travelers remain responsible for having the travel documents and entry requirements required for their nationality.
Are private transfers available?
Yes. Private transportation can be included when needed, including hotel and airport transfers and transportation for your visits to the falls.
Who will be my private guide?
Your guide is selected according to your dates, language and itinerary. Tours are led by Hakim or by one of the experienced English- or French-speaking guides selected by Iguassu By Local. Hakim remains involved in planning and guide selection to help maintain the service standards the company was built on.
How do I get a personalized proposal?
Send us your travel dates, number of travelers, hotel or city of stay, and whether you want to visit Brazil, Argentina or both. We’ll reply with a proposal based on your trip.
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