The Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam is one of the largest power plants in the world and was ranked by the American Civil Engineering Association as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World in 1995.
A popular tourist attraction, the series of dams are located on the River Paraná 14 kilometres North of the International Bridge that links Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil with Ciudad del Este in Paraguay.
The Itaipu Dam generates 24% of Brazil's electricity and 95% of Paraguay's electricity. Since the first generator unit began to operate in 1984 the power plant has successively broken production and revenue records. There are currently twenty generating units capable of turning out 14 thousand megawatts. The dam itself is 8 kilometres long.
The Tour
Come with us and visit the viewpoints overlooking the dam and travel to the heart of the plant. Admire the magnitude of this marvellous structure and visit the central control room. Finally the tour descends to the level where the turbines are located, just a few metres away from one in full operation.
Duration: 2 hours 30 mins approx.
Price for 1 person with transport: R$ 225,00*
Price for 2 people with transport: R$ 140,00*
Price for 3 people with transport: R$ 105,00*
*Rates are subject to change without prior notice.
