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Places to Visit
- Yaoundé: The capital city, known for its hilly terrain, national museums, and cultural centers.
- Douala: The economic hub and port city with vibrant nightlife and seaside charm.
- Mount Cameroon: A 4,095-meter volcano offering trekking and panoramic views of the Atlantic coast.
- Kribi: Coastal resort town famous for its beaches and the Chutes de la Lobé waterfalls.
- Limbe: A seaside city with botanical gardens, black sand beaches, and wildlife centers.
- Waza National Park: Northern Cameroon’s top safari destination, home to elephants, giraffes, and antelopes.
- Bamenda: A cultural center in the northwest, surrounded by rolling hills and traditional villages.
Culture
- Music and dance: Makossa and Bikutsi are popular music styles, reflecting Cameroon’s rhythmic diversity.
- Festivals: Ngondo Festival (Douala), Mount Cameroon Race of Hope, and National Day (May 20).
- Traditional crafts: Pottery, wood carving, and beadwork are integral parts of local heritage.
Cuisine
- Ndolé: National dish made from bitter leaves, peanuts, and meat or fish.
- Eru: Vegetable stew with waterleaf, spinach, and meat, often served with fufu.
- Koki: Steamed black-eyed pea pudding wrapped in banana leaves.
- Suya: Grilled meat skewers marinated in spicy peanut sauce.
- Plantains: A staple food, served fried, boiled, or grilled.
Airbnb in Cameroon
- Yaoundé Hills Apartment: Elegant apartment with panoramic city views.
- Kribi Beach Villa: Oceanfront retreat with private pool and direct beach access.
- Douala Urban Loft: Stylish downtown stay ideal for business and leisure travelers.
- Limbe Sea Breeze Cottage: Cozy lodge near the botanical gardens and beach.
- Bamenda Eco Lodge: Surrounded by forest trails and traditional villages.
Airlines in Cameroon
- Camair-Co: National carrier with routes to Douala, Yaoundé, Garoua, Maroua, and international flights to Paris and Johannesburg. Website: www.camairco.cm
- Ethiopian Airlines: Connects Yaoundé and Douala with Addis Ababa and global destinations.
- Air France: Direct flights between Paris and major Cameroonian cities.
- ASKY Airlines: Regional carrier linking Cameroon with West African destinations.
Boats in Cameroon
- Kribi Boat Excursions: Offer trips to Chutes de la Lobé and nearby beaches.
- Limbe Ferry Services: Coastal and island transport options.
- Fishing Boats: Common for local use and scenic cruises along the coast.
- Douala Port Ferries: Operate for trade and limited passenger services.