Cultural Takeover in
CAMEROON
Cameroon is one of those countries that leave a mark. Local languages ​​mingle with French and English; animism is combined at leisure with Islam and Christianity, to form one of the most fascinating people in the world. A still little known destination, Cameroon will seduce nature lovers but also those passionate about cultural discoveries, thanks to its many unique tourist attractions. The country has everything to please and represents in itself a concentrate of the entire african continent. It's a destination that cannot be fully described, but ought to be discovered. Here is an energetic 10-day program that will uncover few of the great cultural treasures of this fascinating place.
Itinerary
Welcome to Douala, the second capital of Cameroon. Our team will greet you with your name at the airport and escort you to your hotel. Relax and get ready for the adventure.
Explore Douala the economic capital and then leave for the waterfalls of Ekom, where the movie "Greystoke, the Legend of Tarzan" was filmed.
Mount Manengouba is an ancient volcano surrounded by tropical forest. The Fulani, who live there, are grouped into several small villages. Almost cut off from the rest of the world, they live on agriculture and the breeding of horses, goats and zebus. The mountain is known for its twin lakes: the male lake and the female lake. The two are delimited by a thin ridge. On one side is the female lake, the largest, blue in color and easy to access with stairs leading down to a small beach. On the other side is the male lake, which is green in color and more difficult to access.
Discover the multiplicity of cultures with its different chiefdoms in the Bamikele region. Having kept their ancestral traditions, grandiose landscapes with banana, coffee and cocoa plantations, splendid crater lakes, spectacular waterfalls and green hills will definitely charm your senses.
Discover the Immaculate and calm Bamoun kingdom, which exudes tranquility and wisdom. The ever-present domination of the Sultan that smooths the life of the city is felt everywhere. Guarantor of the tradition of the ancestors, the Sultan reigns over the whole land.
Arrival in Yaoundé and visit of the city of seven hills (monuments, museums, markets….)
Day of ecotourism excursion and safari in the semi natural park of Mefou, a real sanctuary for chimpanzees, gorillas, baboons and other primates who live in a protected natural environment - walk in the forest under the guidance of a park guide - continuation to Ebogo for the visit of this charming ecological site - canoe trip on the Nyong river.
Departure for Kribi on the Atlantic Coast bay. Enjoy this day by lazing on the beaches.
This morning is devoted to contact with the oldest people of Equatorial Africa: the pygmies of the Ocean Forest: visit of their camps - their way of life - their traditions and culture.
Departure for Douala and transfer to the airport in the evening.
Cost
$3,200/person, double occupancy (up to 6 participants only).
$3,500/person for single occupancy
$400 Deposit required, payment plan of equal amounts available.
Deposit - $400
Full Payment Double Occupancy - $3,200
Full Payment Single Occupancy - $3,500
If the Tours are paid through an installment payment plan, guests have a 30 (thirty) day grace period after the initial deposit is made where a cancellation will result in a refund of all payments made after the initial deposit. 50% (fifty percent) of the deposit will be refunded to client in the event of a cancellation 60 (sixty) days prior to the 1st day of the trip.
If the Tours are paid in full at the time of initial purchase, 50% (fifty percent) of entire payment will be refunded to client in the event of a cancellation 60 (sixty) days prior to the 1st day of the trip. Cancellations 30 (thirty) days after booking and full initial payment will result in a 75% (seventy five percent) refund of entire payment.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
• All transfers and transportation
• Authentic Chic lodging
• All breakfasts / lunches and dinners
• Visits and entry to mentioned sites/museums
• All mentioned activities and excursions
• English speaking guide.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
• Flight tickets and visa fees
• Drinks (except bottled mineral water)
• Personal insurance / repatriation / luggage
• Tips and other personal expenses
• Anything not listed in inclusion
Spots will be allocated on a rolling basis until the trip is full.
