Pico Basilé National Park, Protected national park in Bioko Norte, Equatorial Guinea
Pico Basilé National Park covers 30,000 hectares on Bioko Island with dense rainforests surrounding a volcanic peak that reaches about 3,011 meters in elevation. The mountain and its forested slopes form the core structure of this protected area.
The mountain was historically known as Pico de Santa Isabel before the area gained formal national park status in 2000. This designation represented a major shift toward protecting the island's natural environment.
The Bubi people have lived in connection with these lands for generations, and you can see how they use specific areas for hunting within the park boundaries. Their presence shapes how the landscape is experienced and managed today.
Official permits are required to access certain park sections and mountain expeditions must be arranged in advance. Hiring a registered guide is necessary to navigate the terrain safely and understand the park's regulations.
The area contains three overlapping basaltic shield volcanoes, with the most recent eruption at Pico Basilé occurring in 1923. This volcanic past continues to shape the landscape's geology and appearance.
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