Salto Dos Hermanas
Is Salto Dos Hermanas worth visiting?
Twin falls tucked into the jungle, seen from above on the Upper Circuit and from below on the Lower Circuit of Iguazú National Park. It is in Parque Nacional Iguazú, 16 km from Plaza San Martín in Puerto Iguazú.
At a glance
| Type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Area | Parque Nacional Iguazú |
| Address | Parque Nacional Iguazú, Área Cataratas |
| Distance from Plaza San Martín in Puerto Iguazú | 16 km |
| Opening hours | Park: daily 8 am to 6 pm. Circuits: 8 am to 4:45 pm (from 7 am on extended-hours dates). Official website data, October 2026. |
| Coordinates | -25.68406, -54.44577 |
| Web | iguazuargentina.com/es/circuito-superior |
About Salto Dos Hermanas
Dos Hermanas (Two Sisters) is a pair of almost identical falls that drop side by side, framed by vegetation, on the Argentine side of Iguazú. It is not one of the giant cascades, and that is its charm: a more intimate view, with the rainforest right up against the water. The park itself describes it as twin drops viewed from a lookout surrounded by green.
You pass it on two walks. On the Upper Circuit you see it from above, along a route that is fully wheelchair accessible; on the Lower Circuit you see it from further down, among stairs and viewpoints. Years ago people could swim in the natural pool at its base, but that is now forbidden. There is no need to plan a separate visit: if you walk the circuits, you will come across it. It is worth stopping for a few minutes, as it makes a good spot for a break and a calm photo when the big viewpoints are crowded.
Local tip
For both perspectives, walk the Upper Circuit first to see it from above, then head down to the Lower one. The Upper Circuit works even with a stroller or wheelchair.
Practical guide
Before you go
- Swimming in the natural pool at its base is forbidden, although it used to be allowed.
- Circuits open subject to weather: storms or floods can close sections.
- Devil's Throat has been closed since 3 Aug 2026 due to floods; Upper and Lower stayed open. Check whether it has reopened.
- The official website lists two different last-entry times for circuits (3:45 and 4:45 pm): don't arrive at the last minute.
What to do
- See it from above on the wheelchair-accessible Upper Circuit
- View it from below on the Lower Circuit, which has stretches of stairs
- Frame both falls together with the rainforest behind them
- Continue to the Bossetti and Chico falls in the same part of the park
- How long
- A 10 to 15 minute stop within the Upper or Lower Circuit, each of which takes about 90 minutes.
- Who it suits
- Everyone: families, older travelers and people with reduced mobility, who can see it easily from the Upper Circuit.
- Best time to go
- Year-round. The flow changes a lot with rainfall: with a high river it looks fuller, and in dry spells thinner. Early in the day the viewpoints are less crowded.
- Opening hours
- Park: daily 8 am to 6 pm. Circuits: 8 am to 4:45 pm (from 7 am on extended-hours dates). Official website data, October 2026.
- Admission and prices
- Included in the general admission ticket to Iguazú National Park. Check current rates on the official website before you go.
- Booking
- Recommended · The falls themselves need no booking: buy your park ticket in advance on the official website and stick to the time slot on it.
- Parking
- Park parking lot, open 8 am to 6 pm according to the official website (checked October 2026). Cost: check before you go.
- Accessibility
- Upper Circuit is 100% wheelchair accessible. Lower Circuit is about 70% accessible, with steep stairs and an adapted alternative path.
How to get there
It lies inside the Falls Area of Iguazú National Park. From the entrance, reach Cataratas Station on foot along the Green Trail (650 m) or on the Rainforest Ecological Train, then follow the Upper or Lower Circuit; both pass the falls.
Coordinates: -25.68406, -54.44577
Weather in Salto Dos Hermanas
Compare with similar falls and viewpoints
| Place | Area | To downtown | Hours | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salto Dos Hermanas | Parque Nacional Iguazú | 16 km | Published | |
| Cataratas del Iguazú | Parque Nacional Iguazú | 17 km | Published | |
| Garganta del Diablo | Parque Nacional Iguazú | 18 km | Published | |
| Salto San Martín | Parque Nacional Iguazú | 17 km | Published | |
| Mirador Salto Bossetti | Parque Nacional Iguazú | 16 km | Published |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Salto Dos Hermanas?
At Parque Nacional Iguazú, Área Cataratas, Parque Nacional Iguazú, Misiones, Argentina, 16 km from Plaza San Martín in Puerto Iguazú. Coordinates: -25.68406, -54.44577.
What are the opening hours of Salto Dos Hermanas?
According to data checked on October 9, 2026: Park: daily 8 am to 6 pm. Circuits: 8 am to 4:45 pm (from 7 am on extended-hours dates). Official website data, October 2026.. Hours change by season, so confirm before going.
How much time do you need for Salto Dos Hermanas?
A 10 to 15 minute stop within the Upper or Lower Circuit, each of which takes about 90 minutes.
How much does it cost to visit Salto Dos Hermanas?
Included in the general admission ticket to Iguazú National Park. Check current rates on the official website before you go. (checked on October 9, 2026; confirm before going).
Do you need to book Salto Dos Hermanas?
Recommended. The falls themselves need no booking: buy your park ticket in advance on the official website and stick to the time slot on it.
When is the best time to visit Salto Dos Hermanas?
Year-round. The flow changes a lot with rainfall: with a high river it looks fuller, and in dry spells thinner. Early in the day the viewpoints are less crowded.
How do I get to Salto Dos Hermanas?
It lies inside the Falls Area of Iguazú National Park. From the entrance, reach Cataratas Station on foot along the Green Trail (650 m) or on the Rainforest Ecological Train, then follow the Upper or Lower Circuit; both pass the falls.
What is near Salto Dos Hermanas?
Mirador Salto dos Hermanas superior (20 m), Mirador Salto Chico superior (90 m), Mirador Salto Chico (90 m).
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