How to visit to Parque das Aves, Brazil

Parque das Aves is located right outside the gates to Iguassu Falls National Park in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. If you are visiting Iguassu Falls and have a few hours to spare, planning a visit to the park is a wonderful way to see the local flora and fauna. It is full of lush gardens and natural landscaping that meld seamlessly with spacious aviaries. They give visitors a close up encounter with the local wildlife while still ensuring the birds have enough room to spread their wings. Here, we provide an overview of the park’s attractions and everything you need to know to plan a visit to Parque das Aves, Brazil.

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Why a visit to Parque das Aves, Brazil is worth it

The underlying mission of Parque das Aves is the conservation of Atlantic Forest birds. Most of them come to the park as a result of mismanagement or animal trafficking, and a substantial number go on to breed and produce offspring. More than 1400 birds covering 150 species call the park home.

In addition to the birds, the park is also home to a collection of local wildlife – marmosets, iguanas, snakes, and caimans.

When to visit Parque das Aves, Brazil

The park is open every day of the year from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Note that 4:30 p.m. is the last time that entry is permitted. Guests may stay inside the park until 6 p.m.

How much does it cost to visit Parque das Aves?

Entrance is R$80 per person (about $17 USD). Children under 8 years of age are free. Tickets may be purchased online in advance, or at the gate. Tickets purchased in advance are refundable, making it a risk-free proposition. However, we purchased tickets at the gate without any wait at all.

How to get to Parque das Aves

If you are considering a visit to Parque das Aves then you are likely visiting Iguassu Falls/Foz do Iguaçu. If you are already in Iguassu Falls National Park, the gate to Parque das Aves is right next to the national park entrance. Take the shuttle to the park gate and from there it’s just a short walk.

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If you are in the town of Foz do Iguaçu, the cheapest way to reach the park is by bus. Line 120 (National Park – Downtown) goes from downtown to the National Park and you can get off near Parque das Aves. Bus fare is R$5 ($1 USD) per person. If you are driving yourself, parking at the park is a flat rate of R$25 ($5 USD). Taxis can also take you from town to the park.

Amenities

Rental lockers are available to stow your belongings for R$10 ($2 USD) per day. These can be very useful if you’re coming from Iguassu Falls and you are soaked – just bring a change of clothes and stow your wet things during your visit.

There are a few different places to purchase food and drinks inside the park, including kiosks selling snacks and ice cream, as well as Sabores da Floresta Restaurant. Here, you will find appetizers, salads, main course pastas and fish dishes, a craft beer menu, and the Brazilian standby – açaí.

Special experiences at Parque das Aves

The park offers small-group behind-the-scenes experiences, including access to bird nurseries and exclusive trails, as well as feeding opportunities. These must be booked at least one day in advance. Tours are available in both Portuguese and English. While we didn’t book one of these experiences, and still enjoyed our visit very much, we did see a group touring the park. The feeding opportunity in particular looked like a lot of fun.

Even if you don’t pre-book the behind-the-scenes experience, you can still participate in feeding the birds. At the parakeet enclosure, you can purchase sticks encrusted with birdseed and interact with the brightly-coloured birds as they nibble away.

In conclusion…

Parque das Aves is a beautiful little refuge that offers the opportunity to get up close to local wildlife in a peaceful, cool, shaded environment. It’s well worth a few hours of your time. Have you ever been to Parque das Aves? Tell us about it in the comments below.

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