- Duration: 11 Days (approx.)
- Location: Yaounde
- Product code: camtrbe
Authentic Tribal Tour - 11 Days
An island over twice the size of the UK boasts a cultural fusion that reflects the ethnic-mosaic of influences over the years from Southeast Asia and East Africa. This meticulously planned 11 day tour is just a dip of your toe into the melting pot of the Malagasy people and their nearly 2,000 years of traditional ways. Some come here for the Lemurs but leave being touched by a beautiful, eclectic cultural fibre. Let us show you "Mada's" way of life here!
Day 1: Welcome to Yaounde
Today as you arrive at the airport in Yaounde. You will me met by one of our team and from the airport will transfer to your hotel for the night. Overnight in hotel La Rochelle (2 stars) or similar
Day 2: Yaounde – Ngaoundere
Today your guide will pick you up from the hotel in Yaounde and from here you will enjoy a quick city tour of Yaoundé. From the city we will depart for Mefou Park where you will visit the gorillas and chimps sanctuary. Later this afternoon, we will transfer to train. Ovenight in train, compartment of 4 beds.
Day 3: Ngaoundere – Poli( 211 km)
This morning enjoy a short visit of Ngaoundere city before departing to Poli. On the way we will stop to visit the first Bororo tribes camp. Overnight at Auberge.
Day 4: Poli- Bororo camp- Wangai
Depart from the hotel in Poli this morning to the second Bororo camp. From here, continue to Wangai. Visit the Lamido of Wangai and ovenight in the municipal motel.
Day 5: Wangai – Librou Koma village
Hike to Librou, a Koma village with highest density of Koma people. Activites with the Komas, and Overnight in tents
Day 6: Librou – Nagamalou Koma village – Keolo Koma village
Experience the Koma lifestyle by fulling immersing yourself in the culture and ways of life. Overnight in tents
Day 7 : Koelo – Wangai – Ngaoundere (211 km)
Return to Wangai in the morning and drive to Ngaoundere. Overnight in hotel Transcam (2 stars) or similar.
Day 8: Ngaoundere – Ngan Ha (130 km)- Ngaoundaba ranch (160 km)
Drive to the head quater of Boum tribe, visit the Chief palace and activities with the locals. Return to Ngaoundere and continue to Ngaoundaba to visit the site. Overnight at Ngaoundaba camp.
Day 9: Ranch Ngaoundaba – Bertoua – Abong Mbang (550 km)
Long driving day, with visit of several attractions on the way. Overnight at hotel Bagofit Sun City(3 stars) or similar.
Day 10 : Abong Mbang – Baka Pygmy village of Missouma(35 km)
Overnight hotel Bagofit Sun City (3 stars) Full day activities with pygmy people in village Missouma. Return to Bagofit in the evening for overnight.
Day 11: Abong Mbang – Yaounde(200 km)
Drive to Yaoundé, and shopping in handicraft center before transfer to airport for return flight.
End of tour.
Included:
- Accommodation as listed based on double rooms
- Accommodation in tents
- Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, cooking stuff, cutlery)
- Full board meals (3 times a day) along the route, Kribi only breakfast
- Mineral water along the route
- Train tickets Yaounde-Ngaoundere (sleeping compartment for 4 people)
- Transport and transfers as listed within the program
- Porters and cook services
- All permits for visiting protected areas
- All activities, visits and entrance fees along the route
- Photo- and video shooting allowance
- Experienced English-speaking local guide along the whole route
Excluded:
- Visas
- Flights
- Tips
- Travel/medical/cancellation insurance
- Personal items such as first aid, insect repellant, sunscreen, etc
- Any COVID19 related expenses (ie PCR tests, quarentine (if/where required), etc)
“Hey Chris and company,This correspondence is long overdue but I wanted to write a review of my trip to Cameroon. It can be described in three words: educational, incomplete, and life-changing. It was nice as a teacher to become a student in an environment that I was totally unfamiliar with. My friends and family were surprised and concerned that I would take a solo trip to what is considered volatile and dangerous. I appreciate you addressing all concerns, while selling the trip without being a salesperson. Daniel Mbevo is by far the best tour guide I’ve ever had and I consider him as a lifelong friend. From the moment we introduced, he answered every question I posed with care, thoroughness, seriousness of purpose, and in griot-like fashion. I still can still remember the colorful history of the founding of Yaoundé as a result of a man’s love for a woman after the original capital would be moved due to earthquakes. He expanded and enhanced the little history that I that realized I knew given that I studied African History in college. This learning has now been transferred to my middle school students and has not stopped as I am able to share lessons in History, Science, Geography, Politics, and Conflict Resolution. There was even an intrapersonal lesson that I learned from Daniel that one must contact and treat a friend without looking for something in return; the seed is planted when you really need help. (Not often happens in the society that I live in). There were many experiences that were not on the itinerary that turned out to be memorable and good for storytelling at home that showcase patience, perseverance, and living outside of one’s comfort zone. The other reason is that Daniel genuinely was apologetic for what I missed due to his vehicle. And finally, this trip changed my life relative to how our work, use my resources, and respond to difficulties. When I stepped foot on the continent in Morocco, I asked someone to give me advice on my first trip to Africa and I was told “Be patient!” Contrary to my American culture of “your way, right away”, the patience that I heeded has allowed me to keep an open mind while allowing the culture, the people, the forest, and experience enhance my personal life. From taking a bath in a cold river to trying to explain why I don’t have my yellow card to French-speaking military so I won’t be detained to helping a bush taxi driver fix an alternator on a road in the rain forest were not expected but has positively made in indelible impression on how I address challenges back home. The few challenges in Cameroon have allowed me to complain less and be content in whatever situation life deals me. Initially, I was interested in Brazil for next summer; however, several factors pulled me to return to Cameroon: the friendly people, the food, the fauna in a new deeper location (a day’s hike) in Lobeke, the museum visit that I just missed, the African Cup, and the opportunity to teach English in Daniel’s hometown. With these opportunities, I am considering to stay for at least 2 months in the Summer of 2019. I am assisting Daniel in the creation of brochures that can be dispersed in America and other places advertised. I believe a second trip would bode well in the promotion and awareness of Cameroon as a new destination for Americans. Happy Thanksgiving,”
- Alton J. Willis, US High School Teacher, Cameroon Tristate Forest Expedition
