One of the highlights of Kaokoland in the far northern reaches of Namibia, Epupa is a magical belt of makalani palm forest on the perennial Kunene River.
There’s something special about this Kaokoland refuge 180km north of Opuwo, where the Kunene River plunges into the gorge below. Baobab trees cling to the rocky slopes as torrents of water rumble and tumble down the rocks with a flash of rainbow and an invigorating burst of wonder.
Two hundred metres upstream from the cascading falls, Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp is a cosy thatched lodge on the riverbank set under the palms, and the perfect place from which to experience Epupa enchantment. Dine with a river view and wake to the music of the falls and the sound of palm thrushes singing in the trees. Let Epupa lull you into a peaceful reverie.
In between rest and relaxation, there is much to experience here. Take the golden opportunity to visit the Himba, one of the last semi-nomadic groups in Africa; get your courage in check for a guided walk along the Kunene River or a rafting trip on the river (seasonal); and follow trails downstream keeping eyes open for our avian friends who favour this riverine habitat. And at sunset join the sundowner drive to a hill overlooking Epupa Falls for that time of day when everything pauses for beauty and celebration.
Drink in the African ambience and magic of Epupa.
One of the highlights of Kaokoland in the far northern reaches of Namibia, Epupa is a magical belt of makalani palm forest on the perennial Kunene River. There is something special about this Kaokoland refuge 180km north of Opuwo, where the Kunene River plunges into the gorge below. Baobab trees cling to the rocky slopes as torrents of water rumble and tumble down the rocks with a flash of a rainbow and an invigorating burst of wonder. Two hundred metres upstream from the cascading falls, Omarunga Epupa-Falls Camp is a cosy thatched lodge on the riverbank set under the palms, and the perfect place from which to experience Epupa enchantment. Bookings for this accommodation establishment are managed by Natural Destinations, the preferred tourism partner of the TiA Booking Portal.
Visit a Himba village, sundowner walks, river walks
Laundry service
14h00
10h00
Full payment is required in advance to confirm bookings at this accommodation establishment. Payment instructions are sent out together with the booking confirmation by Natural Destinations, the preferred tourism partner, who manages the listing of this property on the TiA booking portal. Unless stated otherwise on the booking confirmation, bookings can be cancelled up to 30 days prior to the planned arrival date without cancellation fees. Cancellation that are done 29 days or less prior to planned arrival date will incur cancellation fees.
Children are in general welcome. Costs and accommodation options vary between the respective room/unit types and the age of the children.
Pets are not allowed.
All payments need to be made to Natural Destinations, the preferred tourism partner of TiA, who manages the listing of this property on the TiA Booking Portal. MasterCard and Visa are accepted payment methods as well as electronic fund transfers.
