Lumangwe Falls Waterfall

Large waterfall on Kalungwishi River with scenic plunge

Major Zambian waterfall on the Kalungwishi River with broad curtains of water and nearby viewing points. Visitors travel for seasonal falls viewing, local markets and riverside scenery.

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Lumangwe Falls at a Glance#

Address: Lumangwe Falls, Northern Province, Zambia (near Mporokoso)

Admission: Entrance free; local guide fees may apply

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How to Get to Lumangwe Falls#

Lumangwe Falls is reached from Mporokoso. From Mporokoso, follow the A35 and local gravel roads northward toward the Kalungwishi River; the last stretch may require a 4x4. Regional safari operators and local guides can arrange transport and day trips from Mporokoso or nearby towns.

Tips for Visiting Lumangwe Falls#

  • Bring a waterproof layer and footwear with good grip - trails near the falls can be wet and slippery.
  • Visit in the late dry season or early rainy season for best flows - local guides can advise current water levels.
  • Combine a visit with nearby Mporokoso attractions; the falls are in a region of multiple waterfalls.

Best Time to Visit Lumangwe Falls#

Best seen immediately after rains when the falls are dramatic but access is still possible.

Late dry season/early rains
September-December · 20-30°C
Good balance of accessibility and impressive flow.
Peak rainy season
January-April · 22-32°C
Very high water flow; paths may be muddy and some viewpoints inaccessible.

Weather & Climate near Lumangwe Falls#

Climate

Lumangwe Falls's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with warm summers (peaking in October) and mild winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 12°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1263 mm/year), wettest in March with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 69 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JuneJulyAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
8°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 18° - 28° 23° 209 mm overcast 83% 1.9 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.5h
February Good 18° - 28° 23° 189 mm overcast 81% 2.1 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.3h
March Good 18° - 28° 23° 244 mm overcast 81% 2.2 m/s 2.6 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 18° - 28° 23° 118 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 2.6 extreme 11.8h
May Ideal 15° - 28° 22° 21 mm mostly sunny 66% 2.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.6h
June Ideal 13° - 27° 20° 0 mm clear 57% 2.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.5h
July Ideal 12° - 26° 19° 0 mm clear 50% 2.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.5h
August Ideal 14° - 28° 21° 1 mm mostly sunny 42% 3.2 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
September Ideal 17° - 30° 24° 9 mm some cloud 38% 3.1 m/s 2.4 extreme 11.9h
October Excellent 18° - 31° 24° 61 mm partly cloudy 47% 3.3 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.2h
November Good 19° - 29° 24° 169 mm overcast 68% 3.1 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.4h
December Good 18° - 28° 23° 242 mm overcast 81% 2.3 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.5h

Nearby Attractions to Lumangwe Falls#

Kabwelume Falls
Kabwelume Falls
Seasonal Zambian waterfall on the Kalungwishi River
Waterfall 4.3 km