Chutes Kayo
Waterfall Series of falls within Lualaba's forested landscape
Nearby cascade in Lualaba Province, Chutes Kayo is commonly paired with other falls for river scenery, village access and photographic exploration.
How to Get to Chutes Kayo #
Reachable by the same routes as Chutes Dipera: drive from Kolwezi on rough tracks, then follow footpaths that link local hamlets to the river. The final approach is unmarked; hire a guide in Kolwezi or the nearest village. During high waters, local boatmen can provide safer access to downstream viewing points.
Tips for Visiting Chutes Kayo #
- Walk the ridge between Kayo and nearby drops at low water - you can stand close enough to feel the spray.
- Wear rubber-soled shoes; the basalt rocks are exquisitely slippery when wet.
- Bring a local guide who knows safe crossing points - some pools conceal deep holes.
Best Time to Visit Chutes Kayo #
Visit in the dry months for access and safety; rainy months make the falls more dramatic but harder to reach.
Weather & Climate near Chutes Kayo #
Chutes Kayo's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 10°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1174 mm/year), wettest in December with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (193 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Heavy rain (209 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is the coolest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (183 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (217 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
