2,620 m
Elevation
1,980 m
Prominence
-12.4667°, 15.1667°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Morro de Môco
Angola's highest peak in Huambo Province. Rises above rolling grasslands in the central highlands.
Climbing Morro de Môco: route, season and difficulty
- How long it takes
- 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut
- Do you need a guide?
- Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
- Best season
- Usually the local dry season — anytime outside the monsoon or rainy months.
- Terrain & gear
- Steep trails with scrambling, loose rock or short exposed sections. Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest mountain in Angola?
The highest mountain in Angola is Morro de Môco, at 2,620 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Morro de Môco?
Allow 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut. Times vary with fitness, conditions and which trailhead you start from.
Can you climb Morro de Môco without a guide?
Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
When is the best time to climb Morro de Môco?
The usual season is the local dry season — anytime outside the monsoon or rainy months. Outside that window expect snow, storms or closed access.
What gear do you need for Morro de Môco?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Morro de Môco?
Morro de Môco stands at 2,620 meters (8,596 feet).
Where is Morro de Môco located?
Morro de Môco is located in Angola, within the Angolan Highlands.
Has Martin climbed Morro de Môco?
Not yet — Morro de Môco is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.