Monte Muambe, Inactive volcano in Tete Province, Mozambique
Monte Muambe is an extinct volcano in Tete Province with a distinctive cone shape and a diameter of roughly 6 kilometers. Inside the mountain sits a crater depression that drops about 200 meters down from the rim.
This volcanic cone formed during the Mesozoic era when the region experienced intense volcanic activity. The mountain's creation is linked to the Karoo volcanism that shaped much of southern Africa.
Local geological researchers study the carbonatite deposits and fluorite reserves at Monte Muambe to understand their economic potential for Mozambique's mining sector.
The mountain is reachable from the town of Moatize using local transportation, though the surrounding area has limited facilities. Visitors should expect basic conditions and prepare for longer travel times.
The crater contains substantial deposits of pure fluorite concentrated within the caldera walls. These mineral reserves have drawn attention from geologists studying the economic potential of the site.
Location: Mozambique
Elevation above the sea: 780 m
GPS coordinates: -16.32442,34.09246
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:15
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