The La Lorenza Walk & Culture Experience invites you to explore a lush jungle trail teeming with diverse flora and fauna. Guided by experts, you’ll uncover fascinating natural processes and the history of the yerba mate plant. After a refreshing hike, gather around a fire pit or in a traditional home (on rainy days) to prepare the national drink, mate. Learn about its sacred meaning, cultural history, and social rituals while enjoying a serene view of the Paraná River. Complete your experience with a snack and refreshing drink in this tranquil setting.
Duration:
AM
Cancellation Policy:
32 days before your excursion
Availability:
Wednesdays, and Sundays.
Starting Time:
8:30 AM
Finishing Time:
11:00 AM
Pick Up and Drop Off:
"Meeting Point " -
"Meeting Point"
Language:
English and Spanish Speaking Guide
Maximum Group Size:
25
Minimum Booking:
1
Start your journey with a scenic 50-minute drive to La Lorenza, a lush jungle sanctuary. Upon arrival, embark on a 1-hour and 15-minute interpretative hike through forest trails brimming with plant and bird species. Along the way, discover the secrets of symbiosis, plant cooperation, and seed dispersion while learning about the native yerba mate plant.
After the hike, gather at a circular fire pit or a cozy local house if it’s raining. Here, experience the step-by-step process of preparing mate, the beloved national drink of Argentina. Dive into the cultural, historical, and sociological significance of mate while enjoying the tranquil views of the Paraná River.
End your experience with a light snack and refreshing drink, soaking in the serene jungle atmosphere before departing.
CANCELLATION POLICY
The following penalties apply for cancellations:
DATE CHANGE POLICY
Date changes for reservations are subject to availability and price updates.
PLAN B POLICY
In case of storms with electrical activity or heavy rainfall that jeopardize the safety of individuals, and in the event of environmental conditions that prevent navigation on the river:
At La Lorenza, we do not cancel excursions due to rain. We are located in an eco-region called the Atlantic Rainforest, meaning intermittent rainfall occurs frequently, providing the jungle with renewed vitality.
For excursions involving the river, we wait for the rain to pass or proceed with rain ponchos. However, if we receive an alert for electrical activity from the Coast Guard or if there is heavy rainfall that puts people’s lives at risk, we will suspend the river activity for safety reasons. The activity will be replaced by the “La Lorenza Jungle and Culture” excursion (mate experience) on solid ground as a Plan B.
Plan B is also applied in case of environmental phenomena (e.g., rising or lowering river levels) that prevent navigation on the river.
Approximately 2.5 hours, including the hike and cultural activities.
Yes, the tour has a low difficulty level with no slopes, but it is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Closed shoes, long pants, insect repellent, a reusable water bottle, and your passport/ID.
Wednesdays and Sundays
The tour is suitable for children aged 6 and older.
The tour has a maximum of 25 participants.
The tour is available on Wednesdays and Sundays.
The tour starts at 8:30 AM and finishes at 11:00 AM
Cancellations made between 32 and 22 days before the service incur a 30% penalty; between 21 and 5 days, a 60% penalty; and within 5 days before the service, a 100% penalty.
The tour has a maximum of 25 participants.
The tour is available on Wednesdays and Sundays.
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"We had a great tour guide - Lorena Cardenal. She was very calm, extremely knowledgeable about every little detail on Iguazú falls, flora and fauna. She and driver picked us up and dropped us at our hotel and border crossing was so easy with them. She let us spent as much time as we wanted and was cognizant of us taking rest whenever we needed. We saw both sides of Iguazu falls with her. Iguazu falls is so fantastic, no word can describe how beautiful it is and both sides have its own unique features, so see both sides as well as boat ride under water falls on Argentina side was awesome! She even made Matte for us to try, which she made and brought it for us next day. She was so gentle and caring about the park being kept clean. I highly recommend her as your private tour guide.
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