If you’re looking for a getaway near Buenos Aires that combines nature, tranquillity and something a little different, boat trips through the Tigre Delta are a plan that never disappoints.

Just minutes from the city, you step into a world of rivers, islands and a completely different way of life.

Most boats depart from central Tigre, mainly from the River Station (Estación Fluvial). Many companies operate from there, with regular departures throughout the day.

Trips usually last between 1 and 4 hours (or more) and explore different areas of the Delta. The most common routes include:

Luján River
Sarmiento River
San Antonio River

Along the way, you’ll pass landmarks such as the Tigre Art Museum, the Sarmiento Museum, Parque de la Costa theme park, and the Rowing Club, among others. Some routes navigate up to five or six different rivers, showcasing the diversity of the delta.

Depending on the type of excursion, you can stop off or even spend the whole day there: island restaurants, cabins and lodges, walks around the islands to discover the local lifestyle, beaches and relaxing riverside spots.

The Delta isn’t just something to look at… it’s something to experience.

You can enjoy lunch by the river, sail by catamaran or kayak, walk along natural trails, spend the day at riverside leisure clubs with swimming pools, visit museums and explore historic sites.

You can choose the experience according to what you’re looking for:

Short trip (1–2 hrs): panoramic tour
Stopover trip: includes lunch or leisure time at a riverside venue
Full day: a complete day on one of the islands
Private boat: personalised experience

Why visit? Because the Tigre Delta is one of the few deltas in the world that flows into a great river rather than the sea… and exploring it by boat is the best way to understand its magic.

Geographical location: Tigre, Buenos Aires Province.

How to get there: Approximately 45 minutes by car or train from the City of Buenos Aires to Tigre’s River Station. Take National Route 9 (Panamericana Motorway), then the Tigre branch.

Opening hours: Mon–Fri 7 am–9 pm, Sat–Sun 7 am–6 pm.

Price range: $$

Duration: 1 to 4 hours (some experiences extend over several days).

Type of activity: Boat trip, active tourism, ecotourism, photography tourism.

Best time to visit: Spring (September to November). The ideal combination: mild weather, lush greenery and flowers, longer days and less intense heat.