Gurara Falls
A tiered waterfall about 200 meters wide on the Gurara River. In the rainy season the roar of the water is loud, and it is Abuja's most popular nature day trip.
Gurara Falls is in Niger State. It lies about 90 km from Abuja by road (about 60 km in a straight line). The river drops roughly 30 meters over a wide series of rock ledges. In the rainy season (July to October) the flow is powerful, while in the dry season only a thin stream remains, and the falls can even stop flowing. The site has viewing platforms and picnic areas and charges a small entry fee. Visitors can climb down to the rock platforms for a closer look, but in the rainy season the rocks are slippery, so stay well back from the edges. Roads are fair to poor, so it is best to hire a car, set off early, and return the same day. The falls can be combined with a visit to Zuma Rock.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Zuma Rock
- Ushafa Pottery Village
- Usuma Dam
- Jabi Lake
- Wuse Market
- Magicland Amusement Park
- Abuja City Gate
- Moshood Abiola National Stadium