Popa Falls
Near Divundu in Namibia, the Okavango River tumbles over a rocky riverbed in a series of rapids. Trails and campsites along the riverbank offer views of the water.
Popa Falls lies near Divundu in Namibia's Kavango East Region, where the Okavango River drops about 4 metres over a rocky stepped riverbed, forming a series of rapids and small cascades. It is more a broad stretch of rapids than a waterfall. The Popa Falls Game Park has wooden boardwalks and viewing platforms overlooking river islands, hippos and birdlife, and the neighbouring resort offers accommodation and boat trips. It is about 35 km from Shakawe, Botswana, via the Mohembo border post. Visitors usually tour it on the same day as Mahango Game Park. Entering Namibia requires immigration formalities, and entry fees are subject to on-site prices.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Buffalo Core Area, Bwabwata
- Mahango Core Area
- Shakawe Riverside
- Drotsky's Cabins
- Tsodilo Hills
- Sepupa Swamp Stop
- Okavango Panhandle Houseboats
- Seronga Mokoro Trips