Ruacana and its waterfalls

Probably the most spectacular and beautiful to watch waterfalls in Namibia, especially at full volume. Spectacular sunsets, a wonderful array of birdlife and beautiful rocks form part of the Ruacana area.

Ruacana waterfalls are located on Kunene river a perennial river that borders north-western Namibia and south-western Angola.

The name Ruacana according to some sources came from "ruahakahana" by native Himba people which translates into "rushing water". According to http://www.namibiatourism.com.na/tourismroute/roof-of-namibia-experience and https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruacana_Falls The waterfall is 120 meters (390 ft) high and 700 meters (2,300 ft) wide in full flood. It is among the largest waterfalls in Africa, both by volume and width.

Due to the Hydro power station, the falls are not in full flood for most of the year round.

Sight seers can book into Ruacana Eha Lodge or Kunene River Lodge plus very few bed and breakfasts in the area to enjoy wonderful birds, amazing rocks, rushing water and breathtaking sunsets. 

Please do make Ruacana your next holiday destination.

Our next destination is the border between Namibia and South Africa, The Great Orange River.

From Lesotho as Senqu, through South Africa as Groote/Gariep to south bottom Namibia as Orange river...