Learn more about Cameroon
like to discover all of Africa during one trip, their populations to their ancestral traditions, its rich and vast wildlife to photograph or film, bathe in its stunning beaches or hiking through jungles and mountains, as we recommend a spectacular and exciting destination, CAMEROON.
are numerous qualifications that relate to Cameroon: Africa in miniature, Eldorado tourism across Africa in one country. This is reflected in the impressive diversity of Cameroonian tourism product.
Cameroon is a place where almost everything that exists in other African countries: the south equatorial belt is green, the west is a mountainous region with a hilly relief, the coastline is characterized by fine sandy beaches , gray and yellow, the northern forests is the steppe and warm and clear. Cameroon and has many varieties of landscapes, sites of human types and traditions.
In fact, due to its median geographic location in Africa, Cameroon has many tourism resources. They make a real summary of Cameroon in Africa and allow the development in its territory, to various forms of tourism.
natural beaches of Kribi and Limbe, Kapsiki lunar landscapes, national parks and wildlife reserves, the dense forest, waterfalls, lakes and mountains make this a true Eldorado tourist destination.
also in Cameroon: Limbe Botanic Garden, Mount Cameroon is the highest mountain in Central and West Africa, the Korup National Park rain forest is the richest and oldest in the world, the Dja Reserve classified by UNESCO as world heritage, and highlights the many ecotourism sites in the country.
BALNERARIO TOURISM
With its 400 km of Atlantic coastline, Cameroon has everything you need to lovers of the sea and the beach.
Located on the coast, the towns of Limbe and Kribi are two main centers of attention from the resort where visitors can make excursions to the regions that are inside the country.
The Kribi region is the true Costa Azul resort Cameroon with a landscape. For here is narrow on the horizon, large white sandy beaches bordered by landscaped coconut groves. The contact between the ocean and the rain forest is fascinating. An exceptional site located in the south of Kribi love the person even more insensitive, they are the waterfalls of the river called Lobe. Farther
of Kribi, there are two unique fishing villages. These people are; Eboundja and Ebodjé, fishing here is so miraculous.
From Kribi, tourists can go by canoe to discover the Pygmies in the equatorial forest. Limbe
The region is very close to Douala, is a splendid site with Mount Cameroon overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The road linking the coast to the economic capital of Cameroon by a magnificent plantation of rubber trees, palms and bananas. The color of gray sand beaches, reflects the geology of the region.
SAFARI TOURISM
Thanks to its unique geographical location, Cameroon has one of the richest fauna and most varied in Africa.
With seven national parks, the country is presented as a real windfall for land animals. For tourists, are welcome to visit, observe and photograph these magnificent animals living freely in their natural environment.
National Park Waza, there are lions, giraffes, elephants, ponies strong, ostriches, cheetahs, etc.. It is the most famous park in Cameroon and is one of the most spectacular parks in Francophone Africa. Located in the Far North of Cameroon, is a haven not only lions and many mammals, but a large colony of birds too. This is a park worth visiting. Bouba
Ndjidah National Park, is the territory of the rhinos, there are also lions, elk, elephants, buffalo, etc..
Benoue National Park, is located in the center of the northern region of Cameroon, is the favorite place for antelope large, such as moose, but also hippos, hyenas, panthers, buffalo, etc..
Faro National Park, here are several big animals like rhinos, buffaloes, elephants, giraffes. etc.. Kalamaloue
National Park, can be found in the crocodiles, giraffes and many types of birds.
Korup National Park is located in the southwestern part of the country, is considered one of the most beautiful tropical forests and more elderly in the world. Korup survived the glacial period, which justifies its rich flora and fauna, making it an ecotourism paradise.
addition National Parks, Cameroon has a number of African wildlife reserves such as reserves and Field Dja, which are sanctuaries gorillas. CULTURAL TOURISM
Cameroon is a country with rich and lively traditions that manifest themselves through the variety and diversity of folklore, art craft, their homes and lifestyles. Each region is a specific type of folklore.
In the south we have such ballets Bafia peoples, the "Bikutsi" and "Assiko" and several other dances that encourages the player "Mvet" epic singer and poet.
In the West, the peoples "Bamileke" dance with masks and colorful costumes.
The northern region is that of "Fantasia" with riders dressed in costumes decorated. Here are practiced dances called Lam and Gourna "
artisans are found in all parts of Cameroon, but the west and north are most excellent, Bafoussam Cities of Foumban and Bamenda are known for their masks, embroidered suits, their thrones, their pipes, their land cocha statuettes, bronze or wood. The city
Marona is an agglomeration attractive and famous for its colorful and teeming market sell embroidered tablecloths, slippers, bags made from the skin of crocodile, iguana or monitor lizard. Also sold bracelets, swords, hard mattresses, and decorative objects.
Added to this diversity, craftsmanship, historical heritage is very rich, so are historical monuments and relics. ECOTOURISM
With a population of over two hundred and fifty ethnic groups with ancient traditions, a biodiversity dominated by forest, savannah and mountain fauna is one of the richest and oldest in Africa, Cameroon has a large number of elements ecotourism. Four of them are worth visiting particularly the Dja Reserve, Korup National Park, the Botanical Garden and the town of Limbe Ebodjé.
Limbe Botanical Garden is located in the southwestern province, near the Atlantic Ocean. It was created in 1892 by a German horticulturist to acclimatize certain plants in this garden there are several groomed trails to allow tourists to admire the wonders of nature that offers its biodiversity. Care center called Jungle Village is packed in the center of the garden to allow organizing cultural events for tourists. It is also an international research center for biodiversity. Ebodje
is a fishing village located along the Atlantic Ocean, about fifty kilometers from the town of Kribi. Here the beaches are beautiful and adventure lovers can enjoy hiking and canoeing in the sea that fishermen organized. Ebodje is also a regional site for the protection of sea turtles. From November to December, these turtles come ashore to lay eggs.
Dja Reserve, has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1987. It is located in southern Cameroon, has a flora and fauna rich. He has more than 1500 species of animals, among which include elephants, gorillas, chimpanzees, more than 107 mammals and over 320 species of birds.
Korup National Park is one of the oldest old rainforests in the world. The richness of its fauna is the result of an almost unique in world history, survival is the ice age. Its fauna totals more than 400 species of birds, 140 species of fish, several mammals, primates, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, chimpanzees. With respect to its flora, more than 400 varieties of trees were identified, within which there are many medicinal plants.
In the area of ecotourism, we can mention: the site of the dinosaur, found in the region of Manangia in northern Cameroon (Mayo Rey) with more than two hundred fifty fossilized footprints, and Mount Cameroon has a height of 4070 meters and offers opportunities for hiking, walking and walking, thanks to the existence of conditioned rest houses along the course of the rise of the mountain, in its cultural section, cultural events organized to perpetuate ancestral traditions and customs that give rise to carnivals and dances fantastic and is manifested in Ngondo populations in coastal part in the funeral in the west, and Nyemo Ngouon-Nyemo.
FOREST, SAVANNAH AND THE STEPPE
From the confines of the border southeast and southwest and from the Atlantic coast to the interior of the country, this whole area is covered by thick green forests and crossed by great rivers.
peoples are characterized by a life traditional, though they are affected by rural exodus to big cities, this region is suitable for hiking, camping, quiet and eco-tour. Conversely
the jungles of the southern, northern Cameroon has a savanna landscape. This begins with large grassy meadows found in the highlands of the province of Adamawa, which is a region of pastoral vocation, and spread northward, between the towns of Maroua and Kousseri on vast dry plains and steppes sown grasses. MOUNTAIN
A mountain range extends from Mount Cameroon in the southwest to the Mandara Mountains in the province's Far North.
Volcano which is still active Mount Cameroon is crisscrossed by beautiful rivers and waterfalls with water cut that bounce back. The topography of this region is characterized by round-topped mountains in a temperate climate.
In the north, the Mandara Mountains and the lunar landscapes of Mount Kapsikis, give the nature of exceptional beauty. A French writer, André Gide, described this landscape as one of the most beautiful in the world. This region is home to several villages such as KOMA animists of the Mandara Mountains, who for years lived without the influence of modernism. This is a forgotten mountain village in the heart of the "Africa black. "
SPORTS AND LEISURE
Cameroon's coast is an ideal place for water sports, especially the cities of Kribi and Limbe with a mild climate throughout the year. As for the fishing enthusiasts, there are rivers with an abundance of fish, especially in Douala. Golf enthusiasts have two magnificent 18-hole course in Yaounde and Tiko.
Mount Cameroon is also a place for sporting activities. Here are practiced each year in February an international competition that is the ascent of Mount Cameroon. Also exist in Douala, Yaoundé and Garonne complexes for the practice of riding.
For Furthermore, Cameroon, bilingual country and located in the heart of Africa, presents a captivating cultural heritage reflecting its two hundred and fifty ethnic groups. The oldest of this group is that of the Pygmies.
As prays with hospitality and communications infrastructure, it is clear that tourism potential like yours requires optimal development of these to be profitable, it is not enough to invite tourists to Cameroon, it is necessary that these tourists throughout the country are welcome to stay conditions that give back to visit them win again.
Cameroonian tourism promotion is accompanied by a real infrastructure improvements tourist. To this end, Cameroon enjoys:
- 113 establishments
- 192
eateries - many possibilities for entertainment, especially golf courses, night clubs, equestrian clubs, yacht clubs, theaters, etc..,
- 113 agencies tourism can act as partners to foreign tour operators and airlines afretados. Cameroon
also presents a good road network that links almost all provincial capitals. The rail network that connects via Douala and Ngaoundere Yaounde, the capital of Cameroon, is managed by a private company.
In terms of airport infrastructure, Cameroon has three international airports (Cameroon Airlines, Air France, Swiss International Airlines, SN Brussels, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM ..) and several secondary airports used by the national carrier.
Cameroon has enormous tourist potential. To promote and develop tourism activities, the Government made two years ago following measures:
- Opening a tourist information office for Europe in Paris
- Creation of a tourist information cell at the embassies of Cameroon, the Republic of Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Belgium, England and America.
- Creation of a National Tourism Council chaired personally by the Prime Minister, Head of Government and aims to take all measures necessary for the proper development of tourism and to combat the difficulties that hinder the promotion of tourism. To this end, several recommendations were made touching on improving the reception of tourists at airports, the provision of quality services in tourism establishments.
- It is also particularly effective steps have been taken to restore security throughout its territory. The fight against poverty and corruption and is producing fruit.
This Cameroon has on tourism, with captivating scenery and abundant with rich natural reserves, with varied and diverse cultures. Cameroon has what it takes to become a tourist destination in the foreground. The country abounds with potential to be exploited.
be recalled that Cameroon is a mosaic of over 200 ethnic groups, where populations despite ethnic differences, practice different religions, different cultures, living in peace and are very hospitable. All this makes this country a true haven of peace and stability in Africa. Now the user must discover this destination.
Cameroon is a land of cars, is listo para acoger a todos los amantes de una naturaleza generosa, de una cultura tradicional preservada y a todos los amantes de cosas nuevas y extrañas, a todos los turistas en busca de aventura.
En efecto, visitar este país ya es descubrir a todas las geografías africanas, no sólo para visitarlo, sino para descubrirlo, no hay que entender cosas acerca de Camerún, hace falta vivirlas por si mismo.
Por este motivo le invitamos a Camerún, tierra de aventura y de safari en el corazón del continente africano.
MAS INFORMACIÓN:
CAMEROON TOURIST INFORMATION OFFICE FOR EUROPE
26 avenue de Longchamp – 75016 Paris (France)
Telf. (33) 145.05.96.48 - Fax. (33) 147.04.49.96
bureau-infotourisme-cameroun@wanadoo.fr (www.cameroun-infotourisme.com)
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