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HISTORY


Tigre is only 32 km. from downtown. This spot in the north of Buenos Aires province is a piece of living history and nature.
Colonization started here with the second foundation of Buenos Aires by Don Juan de Garay.
The name of the district comes from an old story of jaguar hunters who were very famous and virtuous on there job.
Then these territories were gradually occupied by farmers, who lived with their families from the land´s products.
Tigre today is a destiny no one should miss.
Beyond all activities that can be done here, other attraction is the Fruit Market.
The port has three inner harbours. The first one is for tourism. In the central harbour is concentrated the store-motor boats which supply the inhabitants of the islands with the most varied products they could need.
In the last harbour are unloaded the timbering ships full of poplar and willow trunks from the forested islands of the Delta.
Here is also an open market with streets full of the colors of rustic weaves, furniture and accesories made in cane and willow, delicious sweets and honey, brilliant flowers, and all the variety of native fruit
The Delta is the final part of the Paraná river were it flows into the Río de la Plata.
It is divided among two provinces: Buenos Aires and Entre Ríos. It´s area in Buenos Aires is four times the size of the Capital and it is divided into sections:
The 1st section belongs to Tigre, the 2nd and 3th sections to San Fernando districts and are the most poblational and touristic developed ones.
These land pieces are called islands because they are surrounded by water courses, like natural rivers and streams and human made canals.
It is one of the biggest natural areas close to such a big metropolitan city as it is Buenos Aires.
It is unique in the planet because it is an active Delta or a growing youth one, its shores move forward approximately 250 feet per year on the Río la Plata.
It is habitat of a great biodiversity and from `in danger´ species like the Marsh deer
It has different wetlands environments of a very high worldwide conservation value. The UNESCO declare San Fernando´s insular area ( 2º and 3º section) as a Biosphere Reserve, protecting 90.000 has. of natural and cultural resources.

EcoDelta Argentina is based on the development of tourism within Tigre and Delta, sorrounded by the exuberant vegetation and typical fauna of the Argentine Delta, unique in the world.
Here you will find that great poplars, casuarinas, pecans, willows, and honeysuckles together with fruit trees, bushes and ferns atract, hold and entertain our senses. Dense autochthonous vegetation, such as Anacahuita, Pindó Palm, Plumacho, guaco and Ceibo (the national flower), are part of the breathtaking and incredible views.
Just add the variety of native fauna (capybaras, wild ducks, Tiger Birds, woodpeckers, caraoes, otters, and more) to shape a basic idea about this small but wonderful paradise.
Tigre and Delta is the most approppriate place, so close to Buenos Aires, to go on expeditions of all kind, enriching your most cherished memories.
It is our goal to help you enjoy this great adventures through Tigre and the Delta in an unique way throughout half and full day excursions, and on overnight stays in hotels and camping on the different islands of the Delta.
Travelers are always surprised by the typical island´s landscape as well as those from Tigre, such as the Fruit Market, Paseo Victorica and different houses from centuries ago, which some are actually Museums.


All tours include: Transportation from the hotel to Tigre and back; personalized attention of a bilingual guide, city tour around Tigre, Paseo Victorica and the Fruit Market.

HALF DAY TOURS:

1) Kayak adventure: includes boat trip; kayak journey through the delta rivers.
2) Lunch and afternoon in the Delta: includes lunch at a restaurant by the river side (pasta or barbecue, dessert, and beverages); an hour boat ride through the first section of the Delta.
3) Afternoon in the Delta: includes boat journey through the rivers and islands, enjoying the magic nature arround you and the unique characteristics of our Delta
4) Tigre and Casino by night: includes dinner at a restaurant by the river side (barbecue or pasta, beverages and dessert); entrance to the Casino the Tigre “Trilenium”, the biggest and closest to Buenos Aires city, which is as complete and beautiful as those in Las Vegas.

FULL DAY TOURS

1) Canadian canoe expedition: includes transfer by boat; a non conventional journey through the most beautiful and quietest rivers of the Delta on Canadian canoes accompanied by specialized guides; welcoming appetizer and lunch: typical barbecue including main course, salad, non alcoholic drink, and dessert.
2) Full day at the Delta: includes boat ride; arrival at destination; different activities such as: trekking, rowing a canoe, fishing, water sports, volleyball, football, and other games; a selection of menus can be chosen for lunch.
3) Exploring the Delta: includes wonderful boat ride; arrival and welcoming appetizer; explanation of the activities for the day; barbecue for lunch, adventurous trekking, surrounded by a breathtaking vegetation and the wild fauna of the Delta; bird and animal watching; safari on a Canadian canoe, different games, and relaxation alternatives. All this with the best and highest level in services.
4) Photographic safari: includes incredible boat ride through the beautiful landscapes of the Delta; lunch; canoe expedition and trekking where you will be able to appreciate some of the most wonderful panoramic views of the Delta and Tigre, with its exhuberant vegetetion of plants, trees and different coloured flowers according to the season, as well as its wide wildlife.

SLEEPING ON AN ISLAND IN THE DELTA

There are different place to stay for a night or more in the Delta´s islands, all hotels have the same facilities as those in the city, with the difference that here, you are sorrounded by a purerer nature and a greater peace.
Accommodation includes one of the followings: continental plan, modified american plan or american plan according to your choice.
All these hotels offer a great variety of activities which include: walking, trekking, swimming, bird and animal watching, relaxation, fishing, football, volleyball, soccer, board games, canoing, water sports, and much more.

WHAT TO TAKE TO OUR TOURS:

We suggest: backpack for trekking, cap, bathing suit in summer and spring, long sleeved shirt, long trousers, comfortable footwear, sweater, binoculars, camera, insect repellant, sunglasses and sun block.

OTHER SERVICES

We also manage business meetings, entertainment for corporate travelers, and
personal outings such as birthday parties, weddings and anniversary celebrations.

It is highly recommended to make reservations in advance, to enable us to offer you the best service.
For further information, details and reservations contact us by e-mail or phone
(54-11)4-702-5686


DIRECTIONS

How to get from downtown Buenos Aires to Tigre:
· Take the subway line C to the Retiro Train Station; then the TBA train to Tigre (approximately 50 minutes ride).
· Take the 60 bus line to the Tigre Train Station.
· By car, take the Autopista del Sol highway, acceso Tigre.
· Take the Tren de la Costa, in Maipu or Libertador station, to Delta station in Tigre.

You must make the reservation by phone or e-mail, before making this journey on your own.
This is a good option for making these excursions on a cheaper way.

    
         
     
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