Maletsunyane Falls - Lesotho

Maletsunyane Falls, located in the mountainous kingdom of Lesotho, is one of Southern Africa’s most spectacular natural wonders. Dropping 192 metres (630 feet) from a sheer basalt cliff formed during the Triassic-Jurassic period, the waterfall plunges into a deep gorge along the Maletsunyane River, near the town of Semonkong, meaning “Place of Smoke”—a name inspired by the mist rising from the falls.

As the water crashes into the pool below, it creates a powerful echo that reverberates through the canyon. According to local legend, this haunting sound is said to be the wailing of souls who have perished in the falls.

Maletsunyane Falls has also captured global attention for its extreme sports. In December 2017, the Australian YouTube team How Ridiculous set the world record for the highest basketball shot ever made, launching the ball from the top of the falls.