Paraná, Brazil / Paraguay
The Itaipu Dam spans 7.9 kilometers across the Paraná River. It is one of the highest-producing hydroelectric power plants in history.
5.0 from 2 traveller reviews on Viator
Tickets & tours
Compare exterior sightseeing rides with technical interior access.
Most bookedThis full-day option makes people maximize their time and visit three sites in a day in Brazil. A full day to see and explore the Iguazu Falls and walk inside the...
A complete experience across Paraguay and the Triple Frontier! On this tour, you will discover Paraguay by visiting 4 border cities: Ciudad del Este, Presidente Franco,...
Best valueThis tour is ideal for families, since in addition to seeing one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World, which is Itaipu, you can also see certain animals that live in...
Explore
The site includes the dam structure and surrounding ecological reserves.
Itaipu Dam has produced over 3.1 billion megawatt-hours since 1984.
It holds the historical record for total electricity generation.
Plan your visit
The Panoramic tour takes 1 hour and 10 minutes. The Special tour requires 2.5 hours.
Mornings offer milder temperatures. The rainy summer season brings a higher chance of seeing open spillways.
Take bus lines 101 or 102 from Foz do Iguaçu. The ride takes about 30 minutes.
The Brazilian side charges BRL 63 for the Panoramic tour. The Paraguayan side is free with advance booking.
Itaipu Dam crosses the Paraná River on the border of Brazil and Paraguay. It is a monumental engineering project. The structure took enough concrete to build 210 football stadiums.
Since 1984, the dam has generated massive amounts of electricity. Today, it serves as a major binational tourist attraction. Guided Dam Sightseeing Tours showcase the massive exterior and complex interior.
You can choose between an outdoor bus ride and a technical interior visit. Read our guide on Compare Itaipu Tours to decide which fits your schedule.
We specify if a tour goes inside the dam or stays outside.
We highlight mandatory dress codes and security restrictions.
We list combos that handle logistics from Foz do Iguaçu or Puerto Iguazu.
From Viator
2 reviews of the private waterfalls & dam on Viator
Falls are amazing. Especially the pier at Devil's throat. We stayed on Argentina side and our guide got us through the border with ease despite the traffic being terrible. She was excellent.
An experience that is different than Iguazu falls :). Had a nice day in Paraguay :) got to see the three borders, Itaipu binational dam, Monday falls very close up, and more!
Nilsa provided a first class service before and during the tour. She was informative and well organised, making sure we got the maximum from each stop on the tour. Highly recommended.
Travel tips
Ticket PricesCurrent costs for the Panoramic and Special Itaipu tours.Read 
Getting ThereCompare bus, taxi, and guided tour options to reach Itaipu Dam.Read 
Compare Itaipu ToursCompare the exterior Panoramic tour and the indoor Special technical tour.Read 
Dress Code RulesWhat to wear and strict clothing rules for Itaipu Dam tours.Read 
Spillway Opening TimesFind out when the Itaipu Dam spillway opens and the best time to visit.Read 
Visit from ParaguayHow to visit Itaipu from the Paraguay side, including free entry rules.Read The dam spans the Paraná River. It acts as the physical border between Brazil and Paraguay. Both countries share management and power generation.
At the Brazilian visitor center, the Panoramic tour costs BRL 63. The Special tour costs BRL 185. For more details, read Ticket Prices.
Yes, you must bring a valid passport or government-issued ID. This is required for entry and to verify discounts at the binational security barrier.
The outdoor Panoramic tour takes 1 hour and 10 minutes. The interior Special tour takes 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Yes. Many travelers do both in one full day. It requires careful timing or a guided combo tour with organized transportation.
The Panoramic tour is an outdoor bus ride showing the exterior. The Special tour takes you inside the operating power plant. See our Compare Itaipu Tours guide.
Book your tickets early, especially if you want to take the Special tour.
