Margherita Peak, Mountain summit in Rwenzori Mountains, Uganda and Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Located at 5,109 meters above sea level, Margherita Peak stands as Africa's third-highest mountain summit within the expansive Rwenzori mountain range.
The Duke of Abruzzi led the first successful expedition to reach Margherita Peak in 1906, accompanied by mountaineers J. Petigax, C. Ollier, and J. Brocherel.
The summit bears the name of Queen Margherita of Italy and represents a significant geographical feature between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Reaching the summit requires a six to eight day trek through different climate zones, from dense forests to glacial regions, with mandatory local guide assistance.
The peak contains one of Africa's remaining glaciers, which scientists monitor closely as it continues to decrease due to temperature changes.
Elevation above the sea: 5,109 m
GPS coordinates: 0.38670,29.87250
Latest update: June 25, 2025 02:10
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