📜 Standing 3,011 meters (9,878 feet) tall, Pico Basilé is the volcano king of Bioko Island. The summit, which last erupted in 1923, is often hidden by clouds.
🌋 Tallest mountain in Equatorial Guinea
🚴 Challenging ascent for cyclists
🚶 Rewarding journey to the top
⚠️ Permit required for access
⛰️ Horrendously steep 30km asphalt road
💨 Reduced visibility during Harmattan (late Nov-early Mar)
☁️ View from top often obscured by clouds
🚗 Driver needs stick-shift skills for descent
💧 Take plenty of water and snacks
🧥 Bring a sweatshirt or jacket for the chilly peak
🚗 Arrange a ride down if walking up
🎁 Security guards appreciate token gifts
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