
Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 25 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines worth booking?
Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines is a 11-hour experience in Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, from $74 per person. It scores 36 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 25 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 36 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (25)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $74 per person
This is a full day tour to the cultural and historical jesuitic center of San Ignacio, located 270 kilometers from Iguazú. Declared Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, the ruins will allow you to understand and be surprised b
What you get
About this experience
This is a full day tour to the cultural and historical jesuitic center of San Ignacio, located 270 kilometers from Iguazú. Declared Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, the ruins will allow you to understand and be surprised by the magnificent work of the Jesuit and Guarani fathers of these lands. The Wanda Mines (Las Minas de Wanda) is another of the regional attractions where you can appreciate the quality of the Misiones rocks in open mines of semi-precious stones. You will be able to contemplate the mineral riches of the missionary basalt: topazes, amethysts, rock crystals, aquamarines and quartz, etc.
What's included
Included
- Guided visit of the Wanda Mines
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bilingual guide
- San Ignacio Jesuit Mission
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee to Wanda Mines
- Entrance fee to San Ignacio Mission
- Lunch
- Municipal Tourism Tax
What you'll see and do
Wanda Mines
You will visit Quartz mines, and see the process of getting quartz
120 minutes here · Admission included
San Ignacio Mini - Jesuit Missions of the Guaranis
Jesuit missions of the Guarani, one of the most important in Argentina
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Gray Line Argentina | Iguazu
city of Puerto Iguazu from Argentinean Side
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Puerto Iguazu
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
From hotels in Argentina
Pick-up from Puerto Iguazú htl Pickup included
From hotels in Brazil
Pick-up from Foz do Iguaçu htl Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gray Line Argentina
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This excursion includes an international border crossing into Argentina, with immigration and customs controls both on departure and on return. Waiting times at the border may vary depending on passenger flow and the procedures of the authorities of each country. For this reason, the total duration of the excursion is estimated, and the return time may be later than scheduled.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $74 to $108
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 9
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gray Line Argentina, who run 100 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.8.
See everything Gray Line Argentina runsWhy this scores 36
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Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Puerto Iguazu.
How much does Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines cost?
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Prices start at $74 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Puerto Iguazu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Puerto Iguazu is not rushed.
Is Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 36 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 25 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Puerto Iguazu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines?
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Around 9 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Puerto Iguazu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Puerto Iguazu and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full-Day Tour to the San Ignacio Mission Ruins and Wanda Mines start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Puerto Iguazu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Puerto Iguazu?
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On Outty we rank every Puerto Iguazu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small group Falls Both Sides - Argentina and Brazil, Best Private Tour Iguassu Falls Brazil, Argentina in 1 day, Argentine Experience: Immersive Dinner & Wine Pairing in Iguazú. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Puerto Iguazu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Puerto Iguazu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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