Excursion to San Ignacio and Minas de Wanda

12 hours Free cancellation

Excursion to San Ignacio and Minas de Wanda, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the fascinating Wanda Mines. Explore tunnels filled with semi-precious stones such as amethysts and topaz. Learn about gem mining. Then travel back in time. Visit the stunning Ruins of San Ignacio. A Jesuit site declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A unique adventure that combines history and nature.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Patagonia Dreams

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bilingual Guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Transfers from/to your accommodation

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Does Not Include Any Food
Not included: Entrance to Ruins of San Ignacio
Not included: Entrance to the Wanda Mines

Itinerary

The tour begins with pick-up from your hotel in Puerto Iguazu and a visit to the Wanda Mines, where you will explore tunnels filled with semi-precious stones such as amethysts and topaz. An expert guide will explain the extraction process and you can buy gems as a souvenir. Then we will head to the Ruins of San Ignacio, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There you will tour ancient Jesuit constructions and learn about their history together with the Guaraní communities. At the end, we will return to Puerto Iguazu after a day full of history, culture and nature.

Stop 1
Ruinas de San Ignacio
Wanda Mines

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Falls Iguazu Hotel & Spa

The start time of the transfer will be informed the day before the activity, from 14:00 hours. At the time of booking, please indicate your accommodation with the rest of the required information. If the provider does not offer pick-up service at your accommodation, a nearby meeting point will be assigned.