Excursion to San Ignacio and Minas de Wanda

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12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

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.

What's Included

Bilingual Guide
Transfers from/to your accommodation
Does Not Include Any Food
Entrance to Ruins of San Ignacio
Entrance to the Wanda Mines

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

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.

What to expect

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.

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Entry to Ruins and Mines, must be paid in cash.
Supplied by Patagonia Dreams

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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