Chutes de Boali Waterfall

Chutes de Boali are a series of waterfalls on the Boali River in the Central African Republic, located near the town of Boali. They are one of the country’s better-known natural attractions and are set in a rocky river gorge.

The falls consist of cascades and plunge pools with viewing platforms close to the drops; the site is visited for its powerful water flows and scenic river gorge. Facilities for visitors are limited but there are established viewpoints that allow close access to the main cascades.

The falls have long been used locally and in the colonial period for hydroelectric development downstream; a hydroelectric plant associated with the Boali river system supplies electricity regionally. The site has been promoted intermittently as a tourism and recreation point because of its scenic value.

Boali Falls lie in central-western Central African Republic, near the town of Boali and north of the capital, Bangui, within a hilly river corridor.

• Access note: Comprises a set of cascades on the Boali River near the town of Boali, and is accessible from Bangui and other regional centres.

Chutes de Boali lies north of Bangui and is typically reached by road. Visitors usually travel from the capital with local minibuses or private vehicles; drive times and conditions depend on the season and local road maintenance.

• Visit after the rainy season for higher flow and fuller falls; the viewing platforms can be slippery so mind footwear.
• Combine a trip with a visit to local farms-there are small stalls selling fruit and local snacks near the access road.
• If crossing into the nearby town, verify security and travel advisories, as conditions vary in the region.