Kalandula Falls

The Kalandula Falls are one of the largest waterfalls in Africa by volume and arguably Angola's most famous tourist attraction.

Understand
At the Kalandula Falls the 400 m Lucala River drops 105 m with a breathtaking roar. The falls are best viewed during the rainy season that runs from February to April.

Get in
The road from Luanda is not in good condition. However, you should be able to make it there without a 4WD, emphasis on should.

Get around
You can procure a guide for around Kz5000 to take you to some of the better viewpoints.

Sleep
There is a hotel at the falls, Pousada Calandula. The other alternative if you're staying the night is to find a hotel in Malanje. You probably don't want to be driving the road from the falls at night, so time your departure accordingly.