Marjut Jogisoo | The Smooth Escape

Due to current border closures, I only got to visit Iguazu Falls from the Brazilian side but once the borders open, it is highly recommended to visit both the Brazilian and Argentinian side as they offer a completely different perspective. Due to all the mist from the waterfalls, it’s very likely that you’ll get soaked when visiting Iguazu Falls so take care of your camera and phone, and bring a waterproof poncho if you mind getting wet. There’s a high chance that you’ll see some animals when you’re visiting Iguazu Falls, since the surrounding national park is home to a variety of wildlife. Other things to do at Iguazu Falls While visiting Iguazu Falls National Park

Start your 10 days in Brazil by flying to Rio de Janeiro, the second-largest city in the country and by far the most popular tourist destination in Brazil. Some of the must-see attractions in Rio de Janeiro are the Christ the Redeemer Statue (one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and the most famous landmark of the city) For more details on these attractions and other great places to visit in the city, read my full post on the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro. Kick off your 10 days in Brazil by spending a couple of days in Rio de Janeiro, exploring its world-famous beaches, snapping a selfie with the Christ the Redeemer statue and watching the sunset at Sugarloaf Mountain.

From exploring its picturesque streets and historical landmarks to tasting local food and swimming in otherworldly cenotes, there’s no shortage of amazing things to do in Valladolid, Mexico. Based on my experience, it’s not exactly a peaceful and quiet cenote but more like a place to have fun with your friends. See the Convent of San Bernardino de Siena About a 10-15 minute walk from Valladolid’s main square is the former Convent of San Bernardino de Siena. Due to Valladolid’s location, it’s a great hub for exploring the Yucatan Peninsula.

If you’d like to squeeze even more activities into your day or you’re looking for alternative options, there are lots of fun experiences to choose from in the area, such as this sloth watching tour, chocolate tour, zip-lining tour, and a night hike to see nocturnal animals. It’s time to head northeast and drive to Tenorio Volcano National Park to see the Rio Celeste waterfall. The entrance fee to the park is about 14 USD and there’s a 6 kilometer hiking trail through a lush rainforest which leads you to the incredibly beautiful Rio Celeste waterfall and several other viewpoints. There are several forest reserves in the area such as Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Santa Elena Cloud Forest Reserve and Children’s Eternal Rainforest.