Los Esteros del Iberá is a stunning wildlife haven in Argentina, home to capybaras, caimans, deer, monkeys, and diverse bird species. This off-the-beaten-path destination is perfect for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, offering a unique and untouched experience.

What is Los Esteros del Iberá Park?

Los Esteros del Ibera is a protected area in the North of Argentina. Esteros is Spanish for wetlands and that is exactly what this is. The protected area consists of a National Park, a National Reserve, a Provincial Park, and a Provincial Reserve. People often refer to the whole park as “Iberá National Park”, but this is not correct and technically only refers to a part of the park.

The difference between these different areas is who is responsible for the protection (province vs country) and the level of protection (National Park vs Reserve). And whereas the National Park is free, the Reserve requires an entrance fee. 

Where is Los Esteros del Iberá Park?

Los Esteros del Ibera is located in the province of Corrientes, in Northern Argentina. It’s very close to the border with Paraguay. Like in Paraguay, the indigenous culture here is Guaraní and you’ll hear locals speaking this language. The name of the park is also in Guaraní: Iberá means “shining water”. 

When to visit los Esteros del Iberá?

Los Esteros del Iberá can be visited all year-round, but it can get hot in summer (December – February) with 30 – 35 degrees. January and February are high season, so on top of the temperatures, it will also be quite busy in the park. October to December are the wettest months. 

What to do in los Esteros del Iberá?

The main activity in Los Esteros del Ibera is wildlife watching. There are several trails you can do, with or without a guide. Other options to explore the wetlands are boat tours and horseback riding. Renting a bike in Carlos Pelligrini is also possible. This helps you to get to the different trails faster.

Iberá Wildlife

The most common ones are caiman, capybara, and different types of birds. Woodpeckers, southern screamers, herons, kingfishers, Wattled Jacana and Great Kiskadees are some examples of species that are very common. If you’re visiting the National Park area, you might be lucky enough to see the emblem of Iberá Park: The Strange-tailed Tyrant.

Besides these, it’s also common to see deer, foxes and howler monkeys, and many other birds. Rarer animals include the Pampas deer, maned wolf, armadillo, and constrictors.

Source: https://wanderingnomada.com/the-complete-travel-guide-to-los-esteros-del-ibera/