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The northern Kunene Region is home to the Himba people, a nomadic tribe of Herero origin that still lives and dresses according to ancient customs and traditions.
With its scenically beautiful surroundings the Epupa Falls is one of Namibia's prime tourist destinations. The falls are a series of cascades where the Kunene River drops a total of 60 m over a distance of about 1.5 kin, dividing into a multitude of channels and forming a myriad rock pools. It is possible to swim in these pools, but keep a lookout for crocodiles!
With its richly-coloured rock walls, variety of trees including wild fig, baobabs and waving makalani palms, spectacular sunsets and perennially flowing waters, the Epupa area offers much to see and experience. Bird watching is awarding, especially for the rare Rufous-tailed palm thrush, as well as bee-eaters, the African Fish eagle, kingfishers ranging from Giant to the tiny Malachite kingfisher, Rosy-faced lovebirds, Paradise flycatchers, louries, bulbuls, hormbills and rollers. Scattered settlements of Himba are another interesting feature of the area.
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