Water, water, everywhere!

We`re up in the north of Argentina at Iguazu. We`ve spent the last two days visiting the Argentine side of the falls, doing a variety of walks and boat trips around the site.

The falls are spectacular, the sheer size and power is amazing. The falls are in the middle of subtropical rainforest, right on the border between Argentina and Brazil.

As well as lots of walks (including some on little platforms going over parts of the falls), we did a speedboat trip that took us under the falls! It took us as far under the falls as it was safe to go, and we got absolutely drenched, but it was great fun! In the scorching heat it didn`t take long to dry out though, and soon we were wishing we could have another refreshing soak!

We`ve also been on a jungle walk, trying to find an elusive Jaguar (although I got the distinct impression Sharon would rather not find one!). We didn`t have any luck, although we did find lots of flies and mosquitos. No toucans either - Sharon was very upset!

Tomorrow we are crossing over to the Brazilian side, to get some more views of the falls, and hopefully to take a helicopter ride over them. We`re also hoping to visit the big bird park there, so that Sharon can finally see her toucan.

Today we are having a well-earned day of rest at the hostel. We have a private room with ensuite bathroom, a swimming pool, restaurant, the works - even Sharon can cope with youth hostels when they are like this one!