What to do and see in Yaounde, Centre Region: The Best Multi-day Tours

June 8, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Yaounde, a city of colorful open-air street markets and international embassies, is the second largest metropolis in Cameroon, and the country’s capital. Founded as an ivory trading post, the city still handles the production and distribution of some of the country’s main exports. The city is also a center of Cameroon’s culture, housing the National Museum, the AFHEMI Museum, and the Benedictine Museum of Mont-Febe, all three of which seek to preserve the country’s traditional arts and crafts.
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1. Grassland tour Cameroon

Ecotour Guides Cameroon
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Western grassland people of Cameroon(Bamelike) This tour enables you to discover the culture and tradition of the grassland people(Bamelike people) of Cameroon. The Bamelike and the Bamouns are the two main tribes in this region. We shall visit all the palaces found in this region and each host a museum which showcase their history and cultural background. The ruler of a Bamelike palace is a chief while in Foumban (Bamouns) is a Sultanate ruled by a Sultan. Due to security concerns the Bamenda Ring road tour isn't available for the moment. This makes this package a unique one and a good substitution for the Bamenda ring road tour.. We visit waterfalls, lakes, Palaces with beautiful architectures and museums, we hike mountains and we also have beautiful landscapes to admire.

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation

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Reviewed By venantiusv

Review 21 day trip Cameroon with Buma Peter Linonge of Ecotour Guides Cameroon, Buea From 15th December 2019 until 12th January 2020 I travelled to Cameroon. I have been many times in Africa, but never visited this fascinating and beautiful, rich (nature, culture) country. As I prefer to travel alone, but not all alone, as I like good company, I decided to look for a local guide. I found the most wonderful guide one can wish for in Mr. Buma Peter Linonge, owner of Ecotour Guides Cameroon, located in Buea. I found Buma on internet and I sent him an e-mail if he was available during the indicated period. Also I asked him to provide a program containing lots of hikes in the most stunning nature of Cameroon, as well as the richness of its culture. Cameroon is not a small country, and travelling is not easy, but with Buma it was the most efficient and spectacular experience. Our Itinerary comprised of 5 sections: 1) Douala – Kribi – Lobe Waterfalls – Campo Ma’an National Parc – Douala 2) Douala – Ekom Nkam waterfalls – Dschang civilisation Museum – Baffousam – Metche waterfalls – Foumban – Mt. Mbapit – Baham – Bandjoun – Yaoundé 3) Yaoundé – Dja forest Reserve – Yaounde 4) Yaoundé – Buea – 5 days hike Mt. Cameroon – Limbe 5) Limbe (hotel at beach) This program was so well worked out by Buma. It was full, but very balanced in variety as to nature, culture, activities. This trip I would have never been able to do by myself in such a short time. Buma made my dream come true in all aspects. Finding a guide who resonates so well with his customer is like finding a needle in a haystack. Buma is very skilled, experienced over many years, up to date in local information, has a large network in Cameroon, is easy going (which is admirable given the circumstances). Buma will do his utmost to make your holiday you will never forget in your life. He provides service almost to perfection. Buma is most fun to be with, has lots of information, knowledge, intelligence and wisdom, which feels like luxurious. Most importantly: he makes me feel at home and safe where ever we are. Why do I strongly recommend Buma? 1. STRONG COMMUNICATION SKILLS It all starts with very good and strong communication. It took a pleasant while by emailing hence and force until we settled a very good agreement for both parties. What is most important (at least to me) is trust. It is quite a risk to go on a trip with a guide you do not know. But from moment one Buma was very reassuring, and made me feel at ease, in which he never disappointed me. During the three weeks we were together Buma gave me daily updates of the tour, and we discussed other options, made some adaptations, which increased the end result enormously. 2. PERSONABLE & OUTGOING Buma is sensitive to your wishes and wants to meet them by providing the maximum possible service. He is also very assertive in indicating what is possible and what not. He is outgoing, very sociable, entertaining, and has a lot of humour. 3. A MEMORY LIKE A STEAL TRAP Buma knows his way in Cameroon by heart. He provides local guides who have knowledge of the area (culture, nature, hicking) 4. IMPROVISATIONAL SKILLS Travelling in Africa needs flexibility, on only for a guide, but also for the traveller. It takes two to tango. We made very clear agreements in advance, but we know that reality is sometimes different. Sometimes it leads to a small disappointment, but in this journey it mostly led to unexpected surprises. And this needs an open mind, mutual understanding, and improvisation. Buma is capable of providing what is needed in the moment, given the circumstances. 5. ENTHUSIASM Buma is very enthusiastic about Cameroon, travelling, and showing the beauty of his country. Every country has its downsides, he gives a very realistic picture of living in Cameroon, without making it a burden. To stay enthusiastic despite sometimes hardships is really an art of living, which buma understands very well. To me Buma is a genuine person and tour guide. 6. HUMOUR Buma has a lot of humor, which is necessary and entertaining. It is quite human and normal that one gets sometimes tired or irritated (as this is not a all inclusive package deal holiday in Benidorm), but Buma and me were always capable of seeing the humour of every situation. 7. PUNCTUALITY Buma is very strict in appointments, shows up in time in an almost un-african manner (I don’t want to be perojative!). Being Dutch, I am used to being punctual, and agreement is agreement. Buma loves this mantra too, which is a necessity if you have a very ambitious itinerary in a relative short time. 8. ORGANISATION SKILLS Being alone in a strange country (I can say I have travelled the world) it is very important that you have a guide who knows his way, or where to find other local guides to lead our path. Buma has a vast network of local guides. I never got the feeling being lost (but Cameroon is definitely not the Netherlands in terms of size and accessibility by transport). Despite the vastness, all transport went smoothly. Buma has extensive logistic and organisation skills to be able to offer such a vast and varied program as he has offered and completed. 9. THE KNOWLEDGE OF A LOCAL The reason I definitely wanted to travel with a local is that I wanted to look through the eyes of a local. For me local knowledge of local customs, culture is a must. Additional local guides provided a broad picture of the vast country of Cameroon. 10. PASSION Knowing the facts of the country is necessary, but the tour is really becoming outstanding if your guide is passionate about what he is doing, and about his country. Every day I felt positively carried away in a by the program. I told Buma: everywhere we go I want to stay longer, which is a good sign. Buma knows how to convey his enthusiasm to me, the tourist. Last but not least: be open minded, and (very) fit, and not over demanding. You will have a most wonderful and splendid holiday in Cameroon with your excellent host Buma Peter Linonge of Ecotour Guides Cameroon in Buea.

2. Lobéké National Park Express 11D/10N

Lobéké National Park Express 11D/10N

We are a tours & travel company offering the opportunity to explore and discover Africa at budget prices.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Private transportation, The services of a cook and porters, a tracker and an eco-guard at Lobéké National Park, Various activities of pygmies; hunting, fishing, construction of pygmy traditional huts.

Exclusions: Visa (apply before arrival), Any services not mentioned in the program.

3. Azobe East Adventure Safari 13D/12N

Azobe East Adventure Safari 13D/12N

Embark on a 13 days adventure trekking in the equatorial rainforest South-Cameroon. You will have a chance to discover gorillas or the chimpanzee dispute the forest with the pygmies, considered as the oldest inhabitants of Cameroon. In the giant equatorial forest live the Pygmies Bakas, musicians in the soul. Immerse yourself in the universe of these little men who will perform for you their ritual dance Buma which describes their life among the animals of the forest. You will have the opportunity to participate in their village activities.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Private transportation, Various activities of pygmies; hunting, fishing, construction of pygmy traditional huts., The services of a cook and porters, a tracker and an eco-guard at Lobéké National Park, On-site 24 hour Assistance

Exclusions: Any services not mentioned in the program., Local/International Flights, Visa (apply before arrival), Personal expenses.

4. The DJA BIODIVERSITY RESERVE SAFARI 7D/6N

THE DJA BIODIVERSITY RESERVE SAFARI 7D/6N

Situated in the south of Cameroon and declared a heritage for humanity by UNESCO in 1987, the Dja Reserve covers a surface area of 5260 km2. more than 1500 vegetable species were identified. As for fauna, there are about 107 mammals and 320 bird species scattered in and around the reserve. This fauna comprises mainly of : elephants, gorillas and chimpanzees, ideal for ecotourism lovers. In the Dja biodiversity Reserve, you will live a one time experience in the company of pigmies; first inhabitants of the equatorial forest, who will initiate you into hunting, fishing and traditional medicine and traditional harvesting of honey, in the night the whole community will perform for you a dance around the fire

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Entrance fees to tourist sites, the Dja Biodiversity Reserve, The various activities: hunting, fishing, traditional harvesting of honey,

Exclusions: Any services not mentioned in the program., Local/International Flights, Visa (apply before arrival)

5. 10D/ 9N Cameroon Cultural Tour

10D/ 9N Cameroon Cultural Tour

Architecture, Traditions, culture, & beach «Discover the rich architectural and cultural wealth of Cameroon« The western and northwestern provinces are among the flagship areas of Cameroon’s cultural tourism. Known for their chiefdoms, the most famous of which are Bandjoun, Bafut, Ndop and Fungon and Bafoussam. The visit of the chieftaincies will be an opportunity to discover palaces, huts, Bamileke art and handicrafts. Foumban, the capital of the Bamoun Sultanate, is another testimony of Cameroon’s traditions. For culture lovers, the city is a gold mine, with its palace, museum of arts and traditions, artisans and markets

Inclusions: Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Private transportation, The entrances to the sites, museums, chiefdoms, the Ekom-kam falls, the Mécthé , Accommodation in a triple room mentioned in the program

Exclusions: Airport taxes (international) , repatriation / insurance assistance , Drinks and personal expenses

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