No trip to Kaokoland is complete without a visit to see the magical Epupa Falls. While remote, with care, it is accessible even for travellers without a 4x4 vehicle.
Epupa Falls Lodge & Campsite has an exclusive position on the banks of the Kunene River, directly above the Epupa Falls. Breathtaking views of Epupa Falls can be enjoyed from the rooms and the panoramic terrace built on stilts. Meals and drinks are served on the deck.
There is an abundance of life around Epupa that is best discovered and appreciated on foot, including a wide variety of birdlife. You can also see the local people at work, and a visit to one of the local villages will ensure your visit to Epupa Falls is a memorable occasion. Visitors are advised to spend at least two nights to fully appreciate the beauty and unique experience offered by Epupa Falls Lodge.
Travelling through tiring stretches of Mopane bush, up and down the hills that stretch along the foot of the Baines Mountains, the Epupa Falls appear quite unexpectedly as a spectacular surprise!
Visitors descending the final gradient suddenly encounter the Kunene River amidst a lush oasis of Makalani palms and Baobab trees. The water approaches, flowing widely, then falls down a deep gorge and splashes over granite rocks into countless little streams.
In the evening, the singing, clapping, and dancing of local people add to the murmur of the river. During the early morning hours, the fish eagle's call reminds visitors that they are indeed in Africa.
At the same time, there is no better place to relax, read, or simply idle the time away than under the Makalani palms on the banks of the Kunene.
Features and Activities at Epupa Falls Lodge
- Relax on the deck & bar with panoramic views
- Birdwatching
- Extended strolls along the river
- See Baobab trees
- Visit a Himba village
- Sundowner trip
- Day trips to more remote areas
- Full and half-day hikes