Refugio TingazúWaterfalls, streams and caves near El Alcázar, Misiones
Near El Alcázar there are several waterfalls and streams within an hour's drive: the Paranay stream and its falls (20 min), Salto Orquídeas (30 min, difficult), Piedras Blancas campsite and waterfall (50 min), Salto Encantado Provincial Park (50 min) and Salto Alegre (1 h). There are also Gruta India (30 min) and Cueva del Yaguareté (40 min).
All the places, with times from the refuge
- Paranay bridge on Route 12: 15 min
- Mbya Guaraní community and forest trail: 15 min
- Paraná River forest shore and Paranay Fishing Club: 15 min
- Old bridge over the Paranay stream: 15 min
- Paranay stream and its waterfalls: 20 min
- Gruta India: 30 min
- Salto Orquídeas: 30 min (difficult)
- Cueva del Yaguareté: 40 min
- Monte Seguín Municipal Nature Park: 40 min
- Cueva Miní: 50 min
- Piedras Blancas campsite and waterfall: 50 min
- Salto Encantado Provincial Park: 50 min
- Salto Alegre: 1 h
- Cruce Caballero Provincial Park: 1 h 50 min
- Urugua-í Provincial Park: 2 h
- Moconá Provincial Park: 2 h 30 min
Tips
- After heavy rain the red dirt roads can get tricky: ask before heading out.
- Bring shoes that can get wet and a layer for the way back.
- Some places are best with someone who knows the way: Déborah arranges guided outings.
Stay in the forest
Refugio Tingazú is a private wildlife reserve with a single wooden cabin for 3 people in El Alcázar, Misiones, about 2 hours from Iguazú Falls.
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What is the closest waterfall to El Alcázar?
The falls of the Paranay stream, about 20 minutes by car from Refugio Tingazú.
Can I visit the waterfalls without a guide?
Many, yes. For some, such as Salto Orquídeas, it is better to go with someone because access is difficult.
What is Cueva del Yaguareté?
A local cave about 40 minutes from the refuge, easy to combine in a day with the Paranay stream and Gruta India.