Pan Africa Tourism Board (PATBOARD)
Douala and Yaounde anchor Cameroon with business access, cultural institutions, and strong links to multi-region itineraries.
The annual Mount Cameroon Race of Hope attracts runners from across the globe. Multi-day treks ascend through five vegetation zones from tropical rainforest to bare volcanic summit.
The western highlands are home to powerful traditional kingdoms - the Bamoun Palace in Foumban and the chefferies of the Grassfields offer extraordinary cultural encounters with living royal traditions.
Where the Lobé Waterfalls cascade directly into the Atlantic Ocean - one of the few places on earth where a waterfall meets the sea, surrounded by golden sand and palm trees.
November to February (dry season). The highlands are pleasant year-round with cool temperatures. Coastal areas are best December-March. The Race of Hope is typically in February.
Fly to Douala (DLA) or Yaoundé (NSI) - direct flights from Paris, Brussels, Istanbul, and Addis Ababa. Domestic flights and a good road network connect all major regions.
In Buea: Mountain Hotel or local guesthouses for trekkers. In Douala: Pullman or Akwa Palace. In Kribi: Hôtel Ilomba or Tara Plage for beachfront stays.
