Family Discovery: Patagonia & Iguazú Falls

Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, you will be greeted at the international airport and transferred in private service to your hotel. No matter what time you arrive, early check-in is guaranteed, so your room will be ready when you get there. You will also receive our Argentina Challenge Adventure Kit, created to spark your children’s curiosity and encourage them to discover the people, places, and experiences that make Argentina unique.

Once settled in, begin your first family adventure with a private 2-hour walking tour through your neighborhood, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide. Depending on your hotel’s location and your family’s interests, choose between exploring the elegant northern areas of the city, known for their grand architecture and historic charm, or a more vibrant neighborhood filled with green spaces, creative energy, and a bohemian atmosphere.

Your guide will help you get familiar with the area, from local highlights to practical spots such as supermarkets, pharmacies, and currency exchange offices, making you feel at home from the very beginning.

Why your children will love it: With questions like “Why is there art everywhere?” or “Why do people use so many hand gestures when they talk?”, there will be plenty to discover. Your family-friendly guide becomes a new travel companion, ready to answer curious questions and turn everyday observations into fun cultural discoveries.

Why you will love it: This tailor-made experience adapts to your family’s interests and pace. Whether you want to explore, stop for a snack, or simply take your time discovering the neighborhood, the day is designed around what makes your family’s travel experience special.

Explore San Telmo, the oldest residential neighborhood in Buenos Aires, with its charming cobblestone streets and historic atmosphere. Then head to La Boca, where vibrant buildings, street artists, and tango dancers bring the famous Caminito to life. After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

In the afternoon, see Buenos Aires from a different perspective on a family-friendly bike tour starting in Palermo. Ride through the northern part of the city, stopping at iconic landmarks such as Recoleta Cemetery, the Floralis Genérica sculpture, and some of Buenos Aires’ largest green spaces. Cycling offers a relaxed and active way to experience the city while enjoying time together outdoors.

Optional Dinner & Tango Show in San Telmo

In the evening, enjoy an optional night at one of Buenos Aires’ traditional tango houses in historic San Telmo. Savor Argentine Malbec and a delicious steak while watching a one-hour tango and folklore performance featuring talented local dancers and musicians. For parents looking for a more intimate evening, babysitting services can be arranged.

Why your kids will love it: From colorful street performers and tango dancers in Caminito to the fascinating stories and hidden corners of Recoleta Cemetery, there is something new to discover at every turn. And, of course, exploring Buenos Aires by bike makes the experience even more fun.

Why you will love it: Enjoy the best of both worlds: a comfortable and flexible exploration of the city in the morning, followed by an active afternoon outdoors. A bike tour is an easygoing family experience that lets everyone discover Buenos Aires at their own pace while connecting with the city in a fun and healthy way.

Nestled within a lush subtropical rainforest, the falls are surrounded by an incredible diversity of flora and wildlife. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, explore the park’s trails and viewpoints while keeping an eye out for colorful toucans, curious coatis, butterflies, and other species. Your guide will help you discover the best viewpoints while navigating the park at a comfortable pace.

Experience the impressive power of Iguazú, where millions of litres of water cascade down towering cliffs and create a spectacular landscape of mist, rainbows, and roaring waterfalls. Explore both the Lower and Upper Walkways, each offering a different perspective and bringing you closer to the falls.

The adventure continues with a ride aboard the ecological train through the rainforest towards Devil’s Throat, the largest and most impressive section of the falls. From the boardwalks, enjoy an unforgettable view of the immense volume of water plunging into the gorge below.

After a day surrounded by waterfalls, rainforest, and wildlife, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

Why your kids will love it: The park feels like a real-life jungle adventure, with trails, bridges, waterfalls, and curious coatis appearing along the way. With more than 200 waterfalls to discover, there is always something exciting around the next corner.

Why you will love it: This family-friendly experience combines one of the world’s great natural wonders with the knowledge of a local guide who can make the visit more engaging and enjoyable. The walkways are accessible for strollers in many areas, making it a great option for families travelling with young children. Standing before the immense Iguazú Falls together is an unforgettable way to connect with nature as a family.

Begin at Parque das Aves, an extraordinary bird park dedicated to the conservation of Brazilian species. Walk among colorful toucans, butterflies, parrots, and other fascinating birds while learning more about the country’s remarkable biodiversity.

Continue to Iguaçu National Park, where a bus will take you to the beginning of the park’s spectacular footbridge. While the Argentine side offers a closer encounter with the waterfalls, the Brazilian side is famous for its sweeping panoramic views. Follow the walkway through the rainforest towards Floriano Waterfall and Salto Santa María, where the surrounding mist and cascading waters create the feeling of walking right across the falls.

Macuco Boat Trip – Water Adventure at the Three Musketeers Falls

Continue your adventure with the Macuco Boat experience. Travel approximately 2 miles through the jungle in eco-friendly electric vehicles before taking a short guided walk through the rainforest, learning about the native flora and wildlife along the way.

At the river, board an inflatable boat and navigate towards the Three Musketeers Falls. Get ready for an exhilarating “water baptism” as the boat approaches the cascades and you feel the refreshing spray of the falls. This combination of jungle exploration and river adventure is sure to be a highlight for the whole family.

After approximately 1.5 hours of jungle and river exploration, return to the port and travel back to your hotel in Puerto Iguazú.

Argentine Dinner Experience

In the evening, continue your family adventure with a 4-hour culinary experience at a hidden restaurant in downtown Puerto Iguazú. Meet your bilingual guide and discover a more interactive side of Argentine culture through food.

Begin with a visit to a secret winery before joining a communal table for a hands-on cooking experience. Put on your chef’s outfit and learn to prepare your first Argentine cocktail using Malbec wine, with a non-alcoholic option available for children. Then take part in a fun empanada-making challenge, learning how to fill and seal the pastries using the traditional repulgue technique.

Next, choose your preferred cut of steak and learn how to order it cooked to your liking in Spanish while discovering some of Argentina’s dining traditions. Finish the evening with a traditional cup of mate and a hands-on alfajores de maicena workshop, filling the delicate cookies with dulce de leche.

Return to your hotel with full stomachs and plenty of stories to share.

Why your kids will love it: From colorful exotic birds and rainforest trails to the excitement of the boat ride and the chance to get soaked beneath the waterfalls, the day is packed with experiences. The cooking class adds another playful element, letting children become chefs for the evening.

Why you will love it: This experience offers a different perspective of Iguazú, combining Brazil’s lush landscapes and panoramic views with an exciting but manageable adventure. The interactive Argentine dinner is the perfect complement, allowing the whole family to connect with local culture through food, traditions, and plenty of hands-on fun.