A unique and innovative proposal! The extreme Northeast of the Province of Misiones still holds surprises from an unknown Argentina. To the environmental interpretation of this lush Jungle, we add an unexpected and astonishing journey to discover the life of Colonia Andresito.
Settlers from the late 20th century arrived in the area with hopes for a new opportunity in life. They conquered this untamed Jungle through hard work, hope, and sacrifice. Stories about the Jaguar and gigantic snakes, life at the edge of the Jungle, campfires, Yerba Mate, and the local culture still reflect strictly the tales of Horacio Quiroga.
Pick up from your hotel in Puerto Iguazu or Foz do Iguaçu, or airport. And transfer to the meeting point for your transfer to Yacutinga Rainforest Lodge. During the journey, we will notice the subsistence agricultural and livestock system that predominates in the Northeast of Misiones Province.
The landscape is extremely picturesque, characterized by deep greenery, reddish and clayey roads, Settlers, and their Yerba Mate farms. By mid-afternoon, we arrive at the South entrance of the Yacutinga Private Reserve, nestled in the heart of the Paranaense Jungle.
Arrival at the Lodge, reception, room assignment. Presentation of the activities that will take place during the stay and introductory explanation about the environmental issues of the Misiones Jungle and the actions we are taking to achieve its conservation.
Dinner. Accommodation.
After breakfast, we will explore the origins!
The set of scheduled activities provides the opportunity to understand the Misiones Jungle from both Environmental and Social perspectives. Eco-tours through the waters and trails of the deep Jungle are included, guided by Ecologists within the exclusive Yacutinga Private Reserve.
Today, we will enjoy a tour through a Yerba Mate (Ilex paraguariensis) plantation, the main agricultural product of Colonia Andresito, allows us to understand the use that humans have made of this emblematic species of the Misiones Jungle by domesticating it and transforming it into a cultural ritual.
The visit to the Guarani Community neighboring Yacutinga Lodge. The idea during these hours of participation with the Kagui Pora 2 indigenous community is to understand the social reality experienced by our Guarani brothers and sisters and to try to help them in various ways through the development of this low-impact eco-tourism activity.
Without the medicinal use of native plants from the Misiones Jungle, the process of colonization would not have been possible. Therefore, we incorporate the use of our traditional mate around the campfire as a way of administering the homeopathic benefits that some of the generously provided plants of the Jungle offer us. Its tradition is explained, which undoubtedly allowed the settlement of pioneer families in these rugged environments. This tradition remains alive and in all its splendor in this unknown area of Argentina.
After breakfast, free time to explore the lodge until time for your transfer to the meeting point and then, transfer to airport
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"Lucia at RipioTurismo did an excellent job arranging my three day Iguazu falls tour from Buenos Aires. Everything was included, except meals. All transport and tour arrangements were executed very well. It was very easy to communicate with the tour operator before and during my trip.
"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.
"Everything went very smoothly. No complaints at all! My guide Jorge was wonderful. I learned so much from him. Be prepared to walk a lot. Be sure to include the boat ride on the Argentina side. It is well worth it, but be prepared to get drenched! If you go to the Brazilian side, don’t think twice about taking the helicopter for -about $125 USD. It will give you a spectacular view even though it is a short ride. ( I didn’t have time to get to the Brazilian side to do it). I understand the hotels are wonderful, so if you go, do two days if you can. Passing all the information on to a travel agent I know to have anyone interested in going to Iguazu Falls to use this company! I flew at 6 am from Buena Aires to Iguazu Falls and flew back at 8:15! It is easily possible to do this Argentina side in a day.
"Jala, our guide as fantastic - fun, informative and attententive. The bus driver was great. All went well.
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