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With its beautiful surroundings, Epupa is one of Namibia’s prime tourist destinations. Kapika Waterfall Lodge offers access to this region with 10 luxury chalets, pool, and restaurant. Visit one of the last Nomadic tribes on our earth the Himba or Ochre people who live in Kaokoland. They are very a friendly, loving and caring tribe. We offer our guests the opportunity to visit a Himba village with a guided tour with one of tour guides who know the people and the area.
The Epupa Falls are a series of cascades where the Kunene River drops a total of 60m over a distance of about 1.5 km, dividing into a multitude of channels and forming a myriad of rock pools.
Rooms
Twin Chalets
The comfortable en-suite (shower) chalets are very spacious with two single beds. They also have a beautiful terrace overlooking the Kunene River and your own balcony. Each room has a cupboard, easy chairs & mosquito nets. A maximum of four guests can be accommodated in this unit.
Twin Chalets (Inter-leading)
The comfortable en-suite (shower) inter-leading chalets are very spacious with two single beds. They also have a beautiful terrace overlooking the Kunene River and your own balcony. Each room has a cupboard, easy chairs & mosquito nets. A maximum of four guests can be accommodated in this unit.
Campsite
The lodge has 2 exclusive camping spots, each with their own shower, toilet, hand basin and sink. Enjoy gorgeous views over the mountains as you sit around the fireplace, with the setting sun casting magical shadows.
Facilities
Comfortable Lapa & Bar
We offer a nice open restaurant and bar for your comfort and relaxation. The beer is always ice cold, the atmosphere always happy and relaxed.
Relax at the pool
A nice pool for relaxing and cooling off. Sunbathe while enjoying the magnitude of the mighty Kunene River
Other facilities include:
Braai/Barbecue
Shaded Parking
Wi-Fi when available
Activities
Activities in Epupa Constituency, Namibia
Nature Walks
Enjoy a walk with one of our guides along the Kunene river, where you can discover an abundance of birdlife, and possibly spot one of the many resident Nile crocodiles. From there we walk through the local village to find and experience first hand the breathtaking falls.
Scenic Drive & Himba Village Tours
Take a ride in one of our off road vehicles to one of the last remaining Nomadic Tribes on the earth. Enjoy learning about their culture and their fascinating way of life. A trip that you will never forget! Duration approx. 4 – 5 hours.
Bird watching (ca. 311 species)
Enjoy a walk with a guide and discover the flora and fauna of this great area and see such wonderful birds like goliath herons, hornbills, paradise fly catchers ,fish eagles, various bee-eaters, kingfishers, louries, etc.
Sundowner
Sit and enjoy a drink and mouth watering snacks whilst watching an amazing colourful African sunset on the hill overlooking the amazing Epupa Falls.
Rafting
Rafting along the Kunene River. This is a wonderful easy ride on comfortable rubber boats under the guidance of experienced guides, who know the river, animals and flora and fauna along the river. Duration approx. 4 hours. (Please note, rafting is seasonal, and depending on the flow of the river)
