Iguazu Falls - Argentina

We arrived in Iguazu Falls later in the afternoon but after dropping bags we headed out for a hike to the Falls. They are very amazing and even though I am a proud Canadian and believe Niagara Falls are the best in the world - Iguazu Falls are quite impressive.  There are 3 main trails and we took the Lower Trail - the closest to the hotel (we are lucky to be staying in the park and just a quick walk) as our first adventure.  Iguazu Falls lie on the border of Brazil and Argentina - there is a Brazil side and Argentina side (sounds familiar...) The Falls are a network of more than 275 falls covering many acres - the tallest drop is 82 metres.  Due to the spray and high humidity, the surrounding area is lush rain forest with more than 250 butterflies species and more than 400 types of birds.  Here are a few photos of the Falls...

This was so cool to be so close - we got soaked but as it was so hot it felt wonderful - you could feel the power and thunder of the water.

This is such a beautiful orchid and a bug decided to land just as I took the photo...