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The best waterfalls in Alto Paraná

A hand-picked guide to 1 of the most stunning waterfalls in Alto Paraná. Each entry below has our personal notes, photos, driving directions and the practical detail you need to plan a visit — from parking and hike lengths to swimming rules and the best time of year to go.

#1 · 80 m drop

Salto del Monday

Ciudad del Este · Alto Paraná · Paraguay

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Hidden Gem in Ciudad del Este – Saltos del Monday

Saltos del Monday is a waterfall located near Ciudad del Este. The “Monday” here doesn’t refer to the day of the week—it comes from the Guaraní language and means “stolen river.”

During my three and a half days in Ciudad del Este, I honestly didn’t leave with the best impression. On my last day, I decided to give the city one more chance and went to check out Saltos del Monday.

Waterfall canyon
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