1,752 m
Elevation
1,352 m
Prominence
7.6167°, -8.3833°
Coordinates
Unknown — pre-modern era
First Ascent
About Mount Nimba
Guinea shares Mount Nimba with Côte d'Ivoire and Liberia. The Guinean side is a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
Climbing Mount Nimba: 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 Guinea?
The highest mountain in Guinea is Mount Nimba, at 1,752 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Mount Nimba?
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 Nimba 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 Nimba?
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 Nimba?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Mount Nimba?
Mount Nimba stands at 1,752 meters (5,748 feet).
Where is Mount Nimba located?
Mount Nimba is located in Guinea, within the Nimba Range.
Has Martin climbed Mount Nimba?
Not yet — Mount Nimba is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.