Lobé Falls

Lobé Falls, just south of Kribi in Cameroon, is one of the rare waterfalls on Earth that pour directly into the sea: the Lobé River cascades about 20 metres over rocks onto a beach on the Gulf of Guinea.

Why visit Lobé Falls

Pirogues take visitors to the foot of the falls and upriver to Bagyeli (Baka) communities in the forest. Kribi's beaches and fresh seafood make it an easy place to linger.

Best time to visit Lobé Falls

July to October brings the strongest flow.

How to get to Lobé Falls

Kribi is about three hours by road from Douala.

A waterfall that falls into the sea

The Lobé Falls near Kribi are one of the few waterfalls in the world that flow directly into the ocean. The Lobé River drops about 20 metres in a series of cascades straight onto the beach. Local pirogues take visitors to the foot of the falls and upriver into the forest.

Practical information

Kribi is about three hours by road from Douala. The falls are easy to reach from the town, and the beaches nearby have simple restaurants serving grilled fish. The water is strongest in the rainy seasons. Swimming near the foot of the falls is dangerous because of the currents. Check current travel advice for Cameroon before you go.

Pair Lobé Falls with a safari

Combine with Campo Ma'an National Park, where forest elephants and gorillas live.

Tips for visiting Lobé Falls

Hire a pirogue to see the falls from the sea and to travel upriver to Bagyeli communities. Swim only where locals advise; currents can be strong. For planning, see our Cameroon guide and the month-by-month water levels, or compare it with Africa's two most visited falls, Victoria Falls and Murchison Falls.

National parks and sights nearby

• Campo Ma'an National Park
• Kribi beaches