Tugela Falls

waterfalls · South Africa · mountains · nature

Tallest in the world?. Tugela Falls is measured to be the world's tallest waterfall, though some people still debate whether it or Angel Falls in Venezuela deserves that title. Both are incredibly impressive!

Located in the Drakensberg. The waterfall is tucked into Royal Natal National Park in the Drakensberg Mountains of South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal Province. These mountains are some of Africa's most dramatic landscapes.

Complex of falls. Tugela Falls isn't just one waterfall, but a whole system of seasonal cascades that come alive with water. They're especially powerful during the rainy season.

Hard to measure exactly. Figuring out exactly how tall a waterfall really is turns out to be tricky, which is why experts still aren't 100% certain whether Tugela or Angel Falls holds the record. Different ways of measuring give different answers.

In South Africa. South Africa is home to incredible natural wonders, and Tugela Falls shows why the country is famous for its stunning landscapes and diverse geography.