3,011 m
Elevation
3,011 m
Prominence
3.5833°, 8.7833°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Pico Basilé
A volcanic peak on Bioko Island. Home to critically endangered primates including the drill monkey.
Climbing Pico Basilé: 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 Equatorial Guinea?
The highest mountain in Equatorial Guinea is Pico Basilé, at 3,011 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Pico Basilé?
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 Pico Basilé 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 Pico Basilé?
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 Pico Basilé?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Pico Basilé?
Pico Basilé stands at 3,011 meters (9,879 feet).
Where is Pico Basilé located?
Pico Basilé is located in Equatorial Guinea, within the Bioko Island (volcanic).
Has Martin climbed Pico Basilé?
Not yet — Pico Basilé is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.