Chishimba Falls Chishimba Falls (sometimes spelled Chisimba) is actually a conglomeration of three components - the main falls, Kaela Rapids, and Mutumuna Falls (the upper falls). The main falls drops about 15-20m in a thick gushing leap. A short, well-developed walkway leads downstream past the hydroelectric diversion canal towards both the rapids and the main falls. There is also an easy-to-miss trail to the bottom of the main falls as well as a viewpoint within a gazeebo. The Kaela Rapids is basically a long series of short cascades with an attractive 5m plunge at its start. There is also a gazeebo nearby for viewing. The uppermost waterfall (Mutumuna) is the widest of the three sections. Dropping some 20m, this is the one that received the most attention for hydroelectric development (supplying power to the relatively busy town of Kasama and other neighboring villages). Despite the development, the width of the falls is attractive and you can see it from a well-made trail leading to both its rocky base as well as an overlook above some slippery steps. It's about 20 minutes drive from Kasama on a mix of tarmac and unsealed roads. However, this waterfall is very well-signed. Tell us about your experience with this waterfall. [Back to top] [Go to previous waterfall: Kabwelume Falls] [Go to next waterfall: Kundalila Falls] [Go to the Zambia Waterfalls Page] [Go to the Africa Page] [Return from Chishimba Falls to the World of Waterfalls Home Page]
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The top of Mutumuna Falls
The base of Mutumuna Falls
The bottom of the main falls
Profile view of the main falls
Frontal view of the Kaela Rapids
Angled view of the Kaela Rapids