Tour Cameroon
A journey full of culture and nature, with beautiful palaces and meet the many ethnic groups that Cameroon is rich in. But also a stay in one of the most beautiful national parks of West Africa.
Maroua and Rhumsiki
In Maroua you hardly notice that you are in the third city of Cameroon, there is an almost village atmosphere. Extremely friendly and relaxed. After sunset, Maroua turns into one big braderie, which has a great charm. Not charming, but very special is the area around the village of Rhumsiki. Here you will see one of the most extraordinary and bizarre landscapes of Cameroon, a 'lunar landscape' with giant rock needles. It is the habitat of the kapsikiethnic group. The two-hour walk to the valley is rewarded with truly fantastic views of the 1000 meter high Kapsiki peak. With these impressive rock needles fresh in your memory, get yourself up for a game drive in Waza National Park, a real treat for big game lovers. Lions, giraffes, elephants the rare roan and topi antelopes. The biggest draw are the elephant families that gather in herds of sometimes up to 60 pieces around one of the (landscaped) water drinking places.
Cameroon's rich past
Immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the rich past, among others. in the city of Yaoundé, the million-dollar city of Yaoundé. Originally built on seven hills, but now stretched over dozens of hills. The city is rich in culture, with several museums including the Musée d'Art Camerounais with a special collection of beautifully crafted wood paneled ivory, masks and terracotta objects. The beautiful palaces of Bafoussam with its many exhibited art treasures are large and impressive. The kingdoms such as those of Bafoussam and Foumban date back to a time long before the arrival of the settlers. In Bafut you will find the sultan's palace, which with its many houses, walls and courtyards is a village in itself. You can wander around here and get acquainted with the rich tradition of the Tikar people. Finally, you will find cooling at the Falls of Ekom in the bandjoun area. These waterfalls of up to 80 meters high are famous, the film 'Tarzan' is shot here.
Tips & Tops tour Cameroon:
- The chefferies and palaces of Foumban, Bafoussam and Bafut
- A visit to the 'Rue des Artisans' in Foumban, with its many workshops of craftsmen
- The six-metre tall drum in the Tam-tam house in Foumban
- In a hollowed-out tree trunk, approach lobé waterfalls as close as possible
- The huge rock needles around the village of Rhumsiki, once the chimneys of the surrounding volcanoes
- A spectacular walk, with an experienced guide on the basalt in the valley around Rhumsiki
- A game drive in Waza National Park, here you can see the greatest variety of wildlife
- You can easily extend this tour with a stay at the beach at Kribi
