Mont Nabemba
The highest point in the Republic of the Congo, a forested hill in the far north.
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Mont Nabemba rises to around a thousand metres in the far north of the Republic of the Congo near the Cameroonian border, the highest point in the country, an isolated forested massif standing above the surrounding lowland forest. Iron ore deposits in and around it have been surveyed repeatedly. The name was given to Brazzaville's tallest building. Climbing it means forest walking with guides from the villages at its foot.
What you actually see
- The summit - around a thousand metres, the highest point in the country.
- The isolated massif - a hill standing above the surrounding lowland forest.
- The forest cover - dense woodland running up the slopes.
- The name - the mountain that Brazzaville's tallest tower was named after.
When to go
June to September is the drier season and the practical window. The forest is wet year round. Rain makes the approach very difficult.
Honest expectations
There is no trail and guides from the villages are essential. The summit is forested with limited view. The far north is remote and access takes days.
Nearby
Ouesso is south, and the Cameroon border is north.
What to pack for Mont Nabemba
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Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
