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Our most recommended Tigre Cruises & boat tours

From Buenos Aires: Tigre Delta Tour with Boat Ride

1. From Buenos Aires: Tigre Delta Tour with Boat Ride

Seeing the Delta means appreciating the bounty of nature in this extraordinary place that is impossible to ignore. Sail along the Tigre Delta and its islands on this guided tour from Buenos Aires. Start with pickup from your hotel in Buenos Aires. Discover the life of the "isleños", people who live on the islands of the Delta. Learn about their customs, culture, and way of life. See the elegant residences located in the residential neighborhoods of the northern suburbs. Visit the San Isidro neighborhood where you will learn about its history and people. On the way back to Buenos Aires, we will pass by the Presidential Residence of Quinta de Olivos. You have the option on the return to be dropped off at Puerto Madero which has many fine restaurants.

Buenos Aires: Tigre Delta Trip and Visit to Puerto de Frutos

2. Buenos Aires: Tigre Delta Trip and Visit to Puerto de Frutos

Explore the northern part of the Province of Buenos Aires where the small city of Tigre is located. Get picked up from your accommodation in downtown Buenos Aires and go on a scenic boat ride along the Tigre River. Take in views of the small streams that branch off and the numerous islands of the delta. Get a glimpse of the typical islander lifestyle as you pass houses, schools, and churches. From the minibus, see the Paseo Victorica, the Museo del Mate, and the Naval Museum. Take in a beautiful view of the Tigre Art Museum, an elegant building from the end of the 19th century. Then head to the Puerto de Frutos area where you will have free time to explore the many shops and museums.

Tigre: 1-Hour River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour

3. Tigre: 1-Hour River Delta Panoramic Boat Tour

Your boat tour departs from the Tigre fluvial station. You will cruise for a full hour along the rivers of Luján, Carapachay, Angostura, Sarmiento, and Espera, where the Delta Tierra reserve is located.  Take in the panoramic views of the Delta while the loudspeaker audioguide tells you all about the region and its many unique characteristics. You will enjoy one of the favorite places of many Argentine families and observing the unique lifestyle of the locals who live on the river delta.

From Buenos Aires: Boat Trip to Tigre with Puerto de Frutos

4. From Buenos Aires: Boat Trip to Tigre with Puerto de Frutos

Start your trip from Puerto Madero in Buenos Aires and take an original coastal trip along the La Plata River for approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes. On the way, see various sights along the coastline, including downtown Buenos Aires, Jorge Newbery, University City, Vicente López, Olivos, Martinez, and San Isidro and its cathedral. Learn about what you're seeing as you go with an included audio guide, then enter the Paraná Delta. Cruise along the Rio Lujan, Vinculacion River, San Antonio, and then the Sarmiento River, where you'll see renowned attractions such as the Sarmiento Museum. Pass Island Rest and recreational El Alcázar, until you arrive at Tigre Port. After arrival in Tigre, take a bus ride with a guide who will tell you about the history and origins of the city. Discover Tigre's main highlights, including the Paseo Victoria, museums, and the casino before arriving at Puerto de Frutos. Here, enjoy some free time to visit the docks and do some shopping. The tour concludes with a return to Buenos Aires by bus and drop-off at tourist points in Downtown Buenos Aires.

Tigre Delta: Boat Tour from Buenos Aires

5. Tigre Delta: Boat Tour from Buenos Aires

Hop aboard and enjoy as your captain takes you through the waters of Río de La Plata on your 1 hour and 50-minute boat ride. After passing through the neighborhoods of Nuñez, Olivos, Martinez, and San Isidro, the cruise will make its way through San Antonio River to the Delta of the Paraná River. The skyscrapers of Buenos Aires will be replaced by small houses along the water and boats become the only means of transportation in the region. At around 12:00 PM, you will arrive at the Tigre River Station. If you purchase the round-trip option, make sure you are back at the River Station at 3:45 PM, since the return boat departs at 4pm.

From Tigre: Boat Tour to Buenos Aires

6. From Tigre: Boat Tour to Buenos Aires

Hop onboard and enjoy the view as your captain takes you through the waters of the delta of Tigre. Pass through the suburban neighborhoods of Nuñez, Olivos, Martinez, and San Isidro as you sail on the Río de la Plata. Watch as the small houses along the water are replaced by the skyscrapers of Buenos Aires as you approach fashionable Puerto Madero. Enjoy an audio guide in English, Spanish, and Portuguese which will help you identify the landmarks from the boat. Arrive in Buenos Aires at around 6:00 PM. Benefit from a courtesy Hop-On Hop-Off Bus ticket with this tour. The bus route begins at Tigre train station and stops at a selection of historic and cultural sights around the city whilst driving through vibrant neighborhoods bursting with Argentine ambience.

Tigre: City Cruise and Walking Tour of El Descanso Island

7. Tigre: City Cruise and Walking Tour of El Descanso Island

Admire El Descanso Island's natural and artistic attractions from a unique perspective aboard a 30-minute cruise down the Sarmiento River. Enjoy an hour-long walk on El Descanso Island full of nature and art. Meet your guide and hop aboard your riverboat to begin your navigation through the delta. Travel through the main rivers of the first section of the Tigre Delta. Cruise past traditional rowing clubs, Parque de la Costa, Tigre Art Museum, and the Sarmiento Museum. Enjoy the El Descanso Island, surrounded by gardens and open-air artwork by renowned Argentinian artists.

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What people are saying about Tigre

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 11 reviews

Puntualidad en los puntos de encuentro. El viaje súper ameno y dirigido por la persona guía que nos tocó. Te llevan y te van indicando y explicando cada uno de los lugares al que te llevan. Recomendado sin duda si quieres conocer Tigre. ¡Gracias por el recorrido!

It was a great activity to do in Buenos Aires and our guide was lovely, very helpful and kind plus she was also very knowledgeable we enjoyed the day very much thank you

I thoroughly enjoyed this day tour. Nicolas was our guide and he is very knowledgeable!

It was an unforgettable experience with my family Tigre is beautiful and attractive

Guide gave a lot of information, boat trip was very nice.