South Africa isn’t just about safaris and coastlines – it’s also home to some of the most stunning waterfalls on the continent! From thundering giants to serene cascades tucked in lush forests, here are seven waterfalls that deserve a spot on your travel list – and your Instagram feed…
1. Tugela Falls – KwaZulu-Natal
Tugela Falls is the tallest waterfall in Africa and the second-highest in the world. It plunges a staggering 948 metres down the Drakensberg Amphitheatre in Royal Natal National Park. Whether viewed after heavy rains or during a hike to the summit, it’s unforgettable!
Take a look here: #TugelaFalls
2. Lisbon Falls – Mpumalanga
Located near Graskop on South Africa’s Panorama Route, Lisbon Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in the country at 94 metres. It’s surrounded by lush vegetation and has easy access for quick viewing or a picnic nearby.
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3. Mac Mac Falls – Mpumalanga
These twin waterfalls drop 70 metres into a deep gorge and are steeped in gold rush history. A short walk through a eucalyptus forest leads to the viewing platform for this stunning waterfall.
Take a look here: #MacMacFalls
4. Howick Falls – KwaZulu-Natal
Right in the heart of the town of Howick, this 95-metre waterfall is both impressive and accessible! Known locally as “The Place of the Tall One,” it also carries cultural and spiritual significance for the Zulu people of the region.
Take a look here: #HowickFalls
5. Berlin Falls – Mpumalanga
Named by homesick European miners, Berlin Falls is a dramatic curtain of water that drops into a round, emerald pool. It’s a quick stop on the Panorama Route and definitely well worth it.
Take a look here: #BerlinFalls
6. Augrabies Falls – Northern Cape
Where South Africa’s Orange River crashes down 56 metres into a granite gorge, you’ll find Augrabies Falls – powerful, raw, and dramatic, especially in flood season. The surrounding Augrabies Falls National Park offers incredible canyon views and moonrock formations.
Take a look here: #AugrabiesFalls
7. Magwa Falls – Eastern Cape
Remote and wild, Magwa Falls in South Africa’s Eastern Cape drops 144 metres into a steep gorge that seems to split the earth. It’s off the beaten path near Lusikisiki, but if you like your nature rugged and uncrowded, this is your spot.
Take a look here: #MagwaFalls
Have you visited any of these waterfall in South Africa? Which is your favourite?
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