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Monday Falls: what it is, hours, price and how to get there from Ciudad del Este
Marco Três newsroom · edited by Annie GrellmannUpdated on
Waterfalls a few kilometers from the Friendship Bridge: practical guide to visit from Foz, CDE or Puerto Iguazú
The Monday Falls are a set of waterfalls on the Monday River in Presidente Franco (Paraguay), neighboring Ciudad del Este and about 8 to 10 km from the Friendship Bridge. The drop is roughly 45 meters high and 120 meters wide, formed by three main falls, and the park offers viewpoints, trails and a panoramic elevator.
Direct answer: The Monday Falls are waterfalls about 45 meters high formed by the Monday River in Presidente Franco, Paraguay, just 8-10 km from Ciudad del Este. Admission is US$ 9 for adult Brazilians (Mercosur). The park operates from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is a few kilometers from the Friendship Bridge: you can go by car, bus or tour agency from Ciudad del Este.
What are the Monday Falls
The Monday Falls (in Guaraní, Monday comes from monda, “to steal”, and y, “water/river”, roughly “stealing river”) are waterfalls formed by the Monday River shortly before it empties into the Paraná River. They are located in Presidente Franco, in the Alto Paraná department, Paraguay: a city adjoining Ciudad del Este. The drop is about 45 meters high and 120 meters wide and consists of three main falls, within a natural reserve of roughly 9 hectares of forest (Monday Municipal Park).
It is one of the closest nature outings to the Triple Frontier: you can see it the same day as a shopping trip to Ciudad del Este.
Location and distance
- City: Presidente Franco (adjacent to Ciudad del Este), Paraguay
- Distance: about 8 to 10 km from the Friendship Bridge / commercial center of Ciudad del Este
- From Foz do Iguaçu: cross the Friendship Bridge and head toward the park (Itaipu Turismo describes the route as simple, by car, bus or agencies)
Hours
Hours vary by source and park operator, so confirm before you go:
| Source | Hours | Days |
|---|---|---|
| Itaipu Turismo | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Monday to Sunday |
| Parque Aventura Monday (operator) | 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. | every day |
Check the updated 2026 schedule on the official site or the park’s social media before visiting.
Admission price (2026)
Admission varies by nationality. The values below are those published by the operator Parque Aventura Monday (effective 2025/2026): always verify the current price on the official site:
- Paraguayan citizens (with ID): adults (13+) Gs 40 000; children 5-12 years Gs 20 000; under 5 free
- Mercosur citizens (includes Brazilians and Argentines): adults (13+) US$ 9; children 5-12 years US$ 4; under 5 free
- Other foreigners: adults (13+) US$ 12; children 5-12 years US$ 6; under 5 free
The panoramic elevator is charged separately (a few dollars per person). Prices are provided by the operator and may change without notice: confirm at the entrance or through the park’s official channels before you go.
Adventure activities (zip-line, rappelling/canyoning, archery, rope courses) are usually charged separately. Check the current rates on the official site.
What the park offers
- Panoramic elevator: described as the tallest of its type in Mercosur, about 40 meters; usually an extra cost
- Viewpoints with frontal views of the falls
- Easy trails through the forest
- Adventure activities: zip-line, rappelling, archery and rope courses (separate fees)
- Facilities: parking, restaurant/snack bar, restrooms and children’s area
Practical tips
- Bring ID (RG or passport) for border crossing and to prove nationality at the ticket office
- Go in the morning for better light and shorter lines
- Acceptance of card, Pix and cash (guarani, real, dollar) may vary, carry some cash as a backup
- Combine the visit with shopping in Ciudad del Este on the same day
Live data: see how the waterfalls are today (flow and weather in real time).
Live data: see the bridge traffic now before crossing.
Source: SENATUR, Saltos Monday, un destino natural completo en Presidente Franco · Itaipu Turismo · Parque Aventura Monday
Frequently asked questions
- How much does admission to Monday Falls cost?
- According to operator Parque Aventura Monday (2025/2026): Paraguayan citizens Gs 40 000, Mercosur citizens (including Brazilians) US$ 9 and other foreigners US$ 12 per adult; children 5-12 years pay less and under-5s enter free. Verify the current price on the official site.
- What are the opening hours?
- It varies by source: Itaipu Turismo lists Monday-Sunday 8 a.m.-7 p.m., while operator Parque Aventura Monday lists 7 a.m.-5 p.m., every day. Confirm the 2026 schedule before you go.
- How to get there from Foz do Iguaçu or Ciudad del Este?
- The park is in Presidente Franco, about 8-10 km from the Friendship Bridge. From Foz, cross the bridge and follow signs to the park: you can go by car, bus or tour agencies.
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