Kalambo Falls, Archaeological site and waterfall in Rukwa Region, Tanzania.
The Kalambo Falls cascade drops 235 meters along the Kalambo River, creating a natural border between Tanzania and Zambia near Lake Tanganyika.
Excavations at Kalambo Falls have revealed human occupation spanning 447,000 years, including wooden structures dating back to 476,000 years.
The archaeological discoveries at Kalambo Falls demonstrate the progression of human tool-making technologies from Early Stone Age through Iron Age periods.
Visitors can reach the falls through hiking trails, with May and June offering the highest water flow due to seasonal rainfall patterns.
The Kalambo Gorge extends 5 kilometers with depths reaching 300 meters before opening into the Lake Tanganyika rift valley.
GPS coordinates: -8.59617,31.23965
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:27
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