2,670 m
Elevation
2,070 m
Prominence
-3.4667°, 29.5000°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Mount Heha
On the eastern edge of the Albertine Rift, overlooking Lake Tanganyika.
Climbing Mount Heha: 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 Burundi?
The highest mountain in Burundi is Mount Heha, at 2,670 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Mount Heha?
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 Mount Heha 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 Mount Heha?
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 Mount Heha?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Mount Heha?
Mount Heha stands at 2,670 meters (8,760 feet).
Where is Mount Heha located?
Mount Heha is located in Burundi, within the Albertine Rift highlands.
Has Martin climbed Mount Heha?
Not yet — Mount Heha is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.