Idanre Hills

You will find Idanre Hills 24 km southwest of Akure, the State capital of Ondo. The hills of Idanre are every backpacker’s dream. Often described as one of the most awesome landscapes in Nigeria, the extraordinary-looking hills surround the town of Idanre and dominates the population. High up in one of the hills, you’ll find a fascinating abandoned ancient village.
The iselbergs of the Idanre Hills are steep with rounded tops, and are a hiker’s dream or nightmare, depending on the level of challenge you are seeking.
According to local guides, it takes between four days to a week to climb all of the hills. The Mare mountain climbing festival and marathon established in 2009 attracts as many as 7,000 international climbers. Once you make it to the top of the Idanre Hills you’re more than rewarded for your efforts. The flora and fauna are unique, and the indigenous mammals, such as the tailless Hyrax, still populate the rocks. Also found in this sprawling 900 km² area is Orosun Mountain. Caves in the area worth exploring include Ojomu, Omi-Iwo and Olofin and Uwo-Akota, the cave of wasps.