Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea
An out-and-back walk through the rainforest of Iguazú National Park to Salto Arrechea, the only waterfall in the park where swimming is allowed. Flat and shaded, with good chances of spotting wildlife (coatis, toucans, capuchin monkeys).
- Difficulty: Easy
- Distance: 8.3 km
- Duration: 3–4 hours
- Elevation gain: 109 m
- Max altitude: 194 m
- Best season: year-round
- Trailhead: Sendero Macuco, cerca de Cataratas (PN Iguazú, Misiones)
- Park / area: Parque Nacional Iguazú, Misiones
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea trek take?
Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea takes 3–4 hours to complete, covering 8.3 km with 109 m of elevation gain, rated easy.
Is Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea suitable for beginners?
Yes, Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea is rated easy and is a good choice for someone new to hiking.
Do I need a permit to hike Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea?
No, Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea doesn’t require an advance permit.
When is the best time to hike Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea?
The recommended season is year-round. Sliabh’s map shows current daylight hours and a live weather/solar panel for the exact trailhead.
Where does the Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea trailhead start?
The trailhead is at Sendero Macuco, cerca de Cataratas (PN Iguazú, Misiones), in Parque Nacional Iguazú, Misiones province. Sliabh’s 3D map and downloadable GPX track show the exact starting point.
Can I download an offline map or GPX track for Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea?
Yes — Sliabh provides a downloadable GPX track and an offline 3D map for Sendero Macuco — Salto Arrechea, so it works with no signal on the trail.
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