Mount Duff

Mount Duff stands at 441 meters above sea level on Mangareva Island, forming the highest elevation point in the Gambier Islands archipelago.

James Wilson named this mountain after the missionary vessel Duff, which transported London Missionary Society members to Tahiti during colonial expeditions.

Local Mangarevan people refer to the mountain as Auorotini, maintaining their traditional name alongside the European designation given by colonial explorers.

The mountain trail starts from Rikitea village and requires approximately three hours of hiking to reach the summit, with proper hiking equipment recommended.

The mountain's isolation extends 1,067 kilometers to its nearest higher peak, Namuere, making it a primary geographical reference point in the region.

Location: French Polynesia

Elevation above the sea: 441 m

Made from material: volcanic rock

GPS coordinates: -23.12903,-134.97372

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08