According to tourists who visited Corrientes Province, the must-do activities on a first visit include: 1. Experiencing the Corrientes Carnival, one of the most important in Argentina, with parades and performances at the Nolo Alías Corsódromo. 2. Exploring the Jesuit-Guarani Tourist Corridor, a historical and cultural route through towns and missions, accessible by vehicle. 3. Strolling along the Corrientes Waterfront, a riverside promenade with views of the Paraná River, perfect for walking and enjoying the sunset. 4. Visiting the Rincón Santa María Provincial Reserve, a protected area to experience ecotourism and biodiversity, accessible by vehicle.
The top-rated activities by tourists in Corrientes Province are: 1. Ecotourism in the Esteros del Iberá, exploring one of the largest wetlands in the world, home to rich biodiversity, with a duration of approximately a full day or several days. 2. Boating on the Paraná River, enjoying panoramic views from the water, with options for short and long trips. 3. Enjoying Chamamé music, experiencing the traditional music of Corrientes at peñas or events, with the Cocomarola Amphitheater as a key venue. 4. Visiting Jesuit Missions, learning about the heritage declared a World Heritage Site, with a duration of approximately half a day. 5. Sport Fishing, participating in fishing activities, especially in places like Esquina, with a variable duration.
From Corrientes Province, the following day trips can be made: 1. Ituzaingó: 230 km (3 hours by car), with Jesuit ruins and beaches along the Paraná River. It is the northern gateway to the Esteros del Iberá. 2. Empedrado: 60 km (1 hour by car), with beaches along the Paraná River and fishing opportunities. Known for its beaches and tranquility. 3. Goya: 220 km (3 hours by car), with a waterfront, port, and sport fishing. It is the second most populated city in the province.
To visit the main attractions of Corrientes Province, it is recommended to spend between 3 and 5 days. Three days allow you to explore the capital and a nearby circuit. Five days are ideal for exploring the capital, taking a trip to the Esteros del Iberá, and visiting another locality. A week allows for a deeper exploration of the tourist corridors and nature. The suggested itinerary is: Day 1-2: City of Corrientes (Waterfront, historic center, museums). Day 3: Trip to Esteros del Iberá. Day 4: Jesuit-Guarani Circuit. Day 5: Visit another locality like Empedrado or Goya. Factors to consider include the size of the province, interest in ecotourism, and desired travel pace.
The high season is from December to February, with warm and humid weather (22°C to 33°C) and high prices, which can double during Carnival. The low season is from June to August, with mild to cool weather (8°C to 20°C) and medium prices, being 20-30% cheaper. The ideal season is from March to May and from September to November, with pleasant temperatures (15°C to 28°C) and more stable prices, offering ideal weather for tourism.
Traveling to Corrientes Province has a moderate cost level. The estimated daily budget is: backpacker between USD 30-50, mid-range between USD 70-120, and comfort between USD 150-250. Reference costs are: average restaurant meal USD 15-25 (ARS 15-25,000), budget meal USD 7-12 (ARS 7-12,000), public transport USD 1-2 (ARS 1-2,000), average attraction entry USD 10-20, budget accommodation per night USD 15-25 (ARS 15-25,000), and mid-range accommodation per night USD 50-100 (ARS 50-100,000). An example budget for 5 days is around USD 350-600. Generally, it is cheaper than Buenos Aires and similar to other provinces in the Argentine Litoral.
Free attractions include the Corrientes Waterfront, Plaza 25 de Mayo, and a stroll through the historic center. Free tours like the Free Walking Tour Corrientes are based on voluntary tips. For guided tours, Tur.com highlights: City Tour Corrientes from USD 25, Excursión a Empedrado from USD 15, Visita a Estancia de Campo from USD 30, Tour de Ecoturismo en Esteros del Iberá from USD 75.
