Ruinas de San Ignacio y Minas de Wanda desde Puerto Iguazu
Duration
11 hour(s)
Languages
English
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Included
- Explore impressive red stone structures surrounded by jungle
- Learn about local history and geology with a professional guide
- Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant with regional cuisine
- Visit the 17th-century San Ignacio Ruins, a historic Jesuit mission site
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Step into history and nature on a captivating tour to the San Ignacio Ruins and Wanda Mines. Begin your journey at the San Ignacio Mini Ruins, one of the most significant remnants of Jesuit architecture in South America. Built in the 17th century and nestled in the lush Misiones jungle, these red stone structures echo the story of the Jesuit missions and their cultural influence in the region. As you walk through the ancient site, an expert guide will provide fascinating insights into the lives of the Guaraní people and the Jesuits who once lived here, offering a powerful glimpse into Argentina’s colonial past.
Next, head to the Wanda Mines, an open-pit site famous for its beautiful semiprecious stones like amethyst, topaz, and quartz. You’ll witness the gemstone extraction process firsthand and even have the opportunity to purchase unique gems at local prices. The tour includes comfortable roundtrip transportation from your hotel in downtown Puerto Iguazú, and there will be time to enjoy a delicious lunch featuring regional cuisine. Blending culture, geology, and natural beauty, this tour is a rich and memorable experience for all ages.
- Entry to San Ignacio Ruins and Wanda Mines
- Roundtrip transfers from your hotel or nearby areas
- Expert guide in Spanish, English, and Portuguese
- Guided tour of the historical sites and mines
- Lunch
- Gratuities for Guide
- 👕 Ropa cómoda y liviana para caminar.
- 🧢 Sombrero o gorra
- 🧴 protector solar.
- 🦟 Repelente de insectos para mayor comodidad.
- 📸 Cámara o celular para capturar recuerdos.
- 💳 Dinero en efectivo o tarjeta para compras opcionales.
- ✨ Prepara todo y disfruta al máximo tu experiencia.
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Activity Provider: Fontenay Tours
Customer Reviews
Gemma
Interesting guide information. Good to see the restoration and learn more about the ruins
Luis
Where you feel God’s presence, you are in a blessed site. No words can describe the feeling!!!
Andrew
The museum sets the stage and the ruins fill in a lot of gaps. So impressed with what they built in the 1600's with creativity and artisan touches. Changed my understanding of what Jesuit Priests would do. Great efforts to keep it as restored as possible.
Rafael
Visiting this historic site was a fantastic experience. The ruins are incredibly well-preserved, transporting you back in time and giving you a glimpse of how the indigenous people and Jesuits lived 400 years ago. We were lucky to arrive just as the guided tour (included at no extra cost) was starting. The guide was extremely knowledgeable about the site’s history and the region as a whole. The site also features two small museums, one near the entrance and another near the exit, which added even more context to the visit. The only downside is that the ticket office doesn’t accept credit cards. If you prefer paying that way, you’ll need to purchase your tickets online.
Jeffrey
Interesting place. The town parking guys charge for parking but then retrieve the receipts so they can pocket the money. Smart con move. You will be pestered for money from young dirty kids. Good job on restoration work inside.