Arrive at Iguazu Minas de Wanda, where semi-precious stones are mined and turned into jewelry and other exquisite pieces. While on a tour with your guide in this region, learn about the extraction and jewelry-making processes. Discover the economic significance of Iguazu's tea, mate, and pine tree plantations.
Highlights
Enjoy a half-day tour of Wanda Mines from Puerto Iguazú
Discover how valuable stones and gems are mined at Wanda Mines
Uncover Iguazu's tea, mate, and pine tree plantations' economic importance.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Head out from Iguazu this morning towards Minas de Wanda. After your 20 minute drive, arrive at this unique mine where semi-precious stones are extracted from basalt and turned into jewelry and other fine objects. Spend time with your guide exploring the area learning about the extraction process as well as how the jewelry is made. Along with this process, learn how tea, mate, and pine tree plantations are crucial to the economy of Iguazu.
Dates & Prices
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$1172-3 travelers
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Initial deposit is $400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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Included
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
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Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Iguazu Eco Tax to be paid by all tourists older than 12 years old (AR$ 150 or $10 USD) per person, per night with a maximum of 3 nights. You will be issued a ticket that you must carry with you while in Iguazu, otherwise, you’ll have to pay the tax again.
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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
This is our fourth time working with Clara to plan our trip. She is always thorough and pleasant. We enjoy working with her.
Colorado Traveler
1 month ago
Jane was my ADVENTURE LIFE agent for the 2 months of helping me decide that this will be the most amazing trip we will ever experience in our lifetime and a memorable way to celebrate our 40th! Our expedition is upcoming later this year 2025.
I was also able to plan with Mike from Quark who was very instrumental in making our dreams come true at the right price!
Once I had decided to go ahead with my booking Kevin took over to assist Jane while on vacation.
Kevin was able to tweak my quote even more
who truly sealed the deal as well as reserved us a very desirable room on the 6th floor. I had studied reviews on line as well as and watched the numerous Ultramarine You Tube’s! He was extremely patient with receiving my full payment as it took time to “round up that much cash”. I decided on booking a balcony suite as it gave me more value for my “Canadian Dollar” than the delux balcony, so yes, I gave up my tub. It also really helped me justify the price. It’s really a priceless experience and its memories will last us a lifetime! I was happy to reserve on the 6th floor as I wanted those clear views and the choice of being able to open a door for fresh air, especially if the big green monster surfaces during the Drake Passage.
I now feel very confident and very satisfied that I have made the best decision choosing Quark Expeditions and look forward to a top notch experience aboard the Ultramarine!!
Both Jane and Kevin are sincere, professional and courteous. They met all of our needs
to ensure my process was stress free.
I’m looking forward to all our daily excursions, then enjoying a nice hot Sauna and finishing it off with nice a cold shower for health benefits…my back up plan
to doing the “Antarctic Plunge”
I look forward to getting to know and dealing with Mary Rose for all the final details that will make our trip complete. Great company!
Sandy with a “y”
5 months ago
Erin was great to work with! Very quick with her replies and provided all the information I needed, no matter how many times I changed my request! This was my first time ever planning a trip like this and it couldn't have gone better.
Chris
6 months ago
Very well organiced.
Great communication
Easy to handle website for required docs to file .
Pleasant Experience
Nancy Kaierle
6 months ago
Very well ececuted. Hily recomended. Great experiance
