San Ignacio Miní & Wanda Mines Trip
Options
When you book, you can select one of two options. Both include pickup and drop–off for hotels in Puerto Iguazu.
San Ignacio Miní & Wanda Mines (12 Hours)
We'll pick you up from your hotel first thing in the morning and follow the course of the Paraná River between Paraguay and Argentina towards the south of the province of Misiones.
Our first stop will be at the San Ignacio Miní Jesuit Mission ruins. At this registered World Heritage Site, we'll find out about the history of the Roque González de Santa Cruz Jesuit. In the 17th century, this missionary founded a mission aimed at evangelizing the native population. Today, these ruins are Argentina's best-preserved mission. In fact, this place was used as the film set for many scenes in the famous Robert de Niro film "The Mission".
During the tour, which includes a beautiful sound and light show, we'll appreciate the architecture of its carved stone buildings, including details of baroque origin, made by indigenous artists of the time.
After this, we'll head to the Wanda mines, an important source of semi-precious stones exploited by Polish miners. Quartz, amethysts, topaz, and agates are some of the materials that you'll be able to see on the tour, as well as the mine workshop to learn about how they're extracted and processed. These materials are used for the elaboration of jewelry in the town of Wanda.
We'll continue the tour by going to check out the yerba mate and tea plantations and we'll visit a yerba mate mill. Finally, we'll take a break so you can grab some lunch if you wish.
Finally, we'll head back to your hotel in Puerto Iguazu.
Wanda Mines (4 Hours)
We'll pick you up from a meeting point of your choice and set off on an hour-long journey alongside the Paraná River to the Wanda Mines.
When we arrive we'll enjoy a unique experience and witness the process of extracting semi-precious stones first-hand inside the mines.
What's more, we'll visit the mine workshop to learn all about the different processes and work that is done on the stones before they're sold. Today the site is an important source of semi-precious stones such as quartz, amethysts, topaz, and agate.
The trip will end back at your hotels in Puerto Iguazu.
Pickup or Meeting Point
This tour includes pick up from hotels located in the centre of Puerto Iguazu. However, when booking, you can also choose the option with pickup at the Meliá Hotel. If you're staying in another area or simply prefer a meeting point, you'll have to make your own way to the ACA petrol station in Puerto Iguazu.
In any case, we'll contact you after booking to confirm the exact pickup time at each point.
More Information
Duration
4 - 12h.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Bus transport
English–speaking guide
Not included
Entrance ticket to the ruins of San Ignacio: 4,000 ARS (US$ 4) per international adult visitor or 2,500 ARS (US$ 2.50) for a Latin American adults, 1,500 ARS (US$ 1.50) per Argentine adult visitor, and free admission for children under 6 years
Entrance ticket to the Wanda mines: 3,000 ARS (US$ 3) per adult, or 1,500 ARS (US$ 1.50) for a Argentine adult and free for children under 7 years of age
Food and beverages
When to book?
You can book up until 12 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Nordic Travel Evt (Igr)
Corporate name: ADRIANA INES RODRIGUEZ
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.