Waterfall

Kukenaam, Salto

Also known as: Kukenaam Falls, Cuquenan Falls, Cuquenam Falls, Kuquenam Falls, Matawi

venezuela(approximate)

Kukenaam, Salto
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About This Waterfall

Kukenaam Falls is often erroneously cited as being one of the 5 tallest waterfalls on the planet. The falls are located in the eastern part of Venezuela, near the border with Guyana. Dropping off the top of Kukenaam Tepui, the falls appear quite similar to Angel Falls. A Venezuelan National Park document quoted a height figure of 674m in a sheer plunge.

Waterfall Details

Waterfall Form

Plunge

Best Time to Visit

Runoff

Total Height

2,211ft

Tallest Drop

2,211ft

Number of Drops

1

Run

10ft

Avg Width

100ft

Max Width

200ft

Pitch

90°

Magnitude

82.52

High Flow

50cfs

IWC Rating:2.81
Feeder Stream:Rio Kukenaam
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Getting There

GPS Coordinates

5.173225, -60.829558

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Quick Facts

TypeWaterfall
FormPlunge
Best SeasonRunoff
StatusConfirmed

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Tips

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Best photos during golden hour or after rain.

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A hike may be required to reach the falls.

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Parking available nearby.

Safety Info

Stay on marked trails. Rocks near waterfalls are extremely slippery.

Never swim at the top of a waterfall. Strong currents can be deceptive.

Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.