Cameroon · Culture

10-Day Cultural Tour of West Cameroon with Mount Mbapit and Ekom Nkam

10 Days Round trip from 35 Ave des Cocotiers Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the cultural treasure of the Bamileke people
  • 02 Hike to Mount Mbapit at 1900 m and discover its mythical crater lake
  • 03 Meet the Bororo people living along the slopes of Mount Mbapit
  • 04 Visit the majestic Ekom Nkam Waterfalls and the Manengouba Mountains

Embark on a journey to the "Cultural Capital of Cameroon", the West Region, to discover the Petpenoun resort, a recreational and ecotourism centre, and uncover the culture and traditions of western Cameroon. Hike to Mount Mbapit (altitude 1900m) to discover its mythical crater lake, meet the Bororo people living along the slopes of the mountain, and explore the cultural treasure of the Bamileke people. The tour also takes you to the majestic Ekom Nkam Waterfalls and the Manengouba Mountains, while introducing you to local art, landscapes, and traditions.

Hike to Mount Mbapit (altitude 1900m) and discover its mythical crater lake.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Yaounde, Douala, Nkongsamba, Foumban, Djang, Melong
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Douala and Transfer to Akwa

  • Arrive at Douala International Airport.
  • Your tour manager will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.

Dinner and overnight.

2
Day 02

Journey to Foumban via Melong and Dschang

  • Have breakfast and depart for the western highlands of Cameroon.
  • Take a short break at Melong to savour beef barbecues with roasted plantain.
  • Continue the trip to the Petpenoun resort.
  • Stop over at Dschang for lunch and contemplation of some attractions of this beautiful city.
  • Arrive in Foumban, more precisely in Petpenoun, for reception and installation at the hotel.

Dinner and free night.

3
Day 03

Leisure and Activities at Petpenoun Tourist Resort

  • Enjoy an early morning breakfast, followed by a guided tour to discover the attractions and activities offered by the resort and the surrounding areas.
  • Play golf, tennis, and badminton, or indulge in windsurfing, swimming, canoeing/kayaking, hiking, horseback riding, cycling, trekking, and many more activities.
  • Have a delicious lunch and relax.

Dinner and overnight.

4
Day 04

Mount Mbapit, Bororo Encounters and Bamoun Heritage

  • After an early morning breakfast, set out on a guided tour to appreciate the peripheries and landscapes of the Noun Division, the largest Division of the West Region of Cameroon in terms of surface area.
  • Hike to Mount Mbapit (altitude 1900m) and discover its mythical crater lake. You will try for yourself to find out whether it is really impossible to throw stones into this crater lake, as legends say that stones thrown there never touch the water.
  • Visit the Bororo people living in the region. The Bororo are nomadic peoples who make seasonal movements in search of pastures for their flocks.
  • In the afternoon, meet the Bamoun people, whose culture is remarkable and out of the ordinary.
  • Have lunch with local flavours and visit the sumptuous palace of King Njoya with its royal historical museum.
  • Return to the Petpenoun resort, relax, and depart for Batoufam.
5
Day 05

Batoufam, Bamendjinda and Metche Waterfall

  • Arrive in Batoufam in the evening, then have dinner and stay overnight.
  • After breakfast the next day, depart to discover the cultural treasure of the Bamileke people through visits to the chiefdoms and museums of Batoufam and Bamendjinda.
  • Have lunch and enjoy a guided tour of the Metche waterfall.
  • Continue to Dschang and check in at the hotel.

Dinner and overnight.

6
Day 06

Tea Plantations, Dschang Crafts and Ekom Nkam Falls

  • After breakfast, visit the large tea plantations of Djuttisa with tastings.
  • Return to Dschang for lunch.
  • Explore a handicrafts production unit and shop at the Dschang market.
  • Drive to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
  • After breakfast the next day, visit the city's attractions and continue the trip to Melong.
  • Arrive in Melong and head to the majestic Ekom-Nkam Falls. These beautiful and majestic waterfalls, in the heart of dense and lush vegetation, are formed by the Nkam River and are 80 metres high. They are renowned internationally for being the setting for several films such as "Greystoke", "The Legend of Tarzan", "Lord of the Apes", and many others.

Return to Melong for dinner and overnight.

7
Day 07

Mount Manengouba Trek and Return to Douala

  • Have breakfast and depart for Nkongsamba.
  • Once in Nkongsamba, trek in the Manengouba Mountains. Located near the city of Nkongsamba, the Manengouba Mountains offer exciting hiking opportunities. Once at the top (alt. 2,411 m), you will be captivated by the male and female lakes. The Female Lake, with blue waters, is in the shape of an upside-down map of the African continent, and the Male Lake, with green waters, lies between two stone walls.
  • Continue the trip to Douala and check in at a hotel.

Dinner and overnight.

8
Day 08

Douala City Tour and Departure

  • Have breakfast and enjoy a city tour of Bonanjo, the Palace of King Bell, the Court House, the Maritime Museum, Akwa, the Palace of King Akwa, the Central Market, and many other attractions.
  • After lunch, return to the hotel.
  • Depart for Douala International Airport for your flight.
Petpenoun resort, Mount Mbapit crater lake, Ekom Nkam Waterfalls

Where this trip takes you

Petpenoun resort, Mount Mbapit crater lake, Ekom Nkam Waterfalls

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 35 Ave des Cocotiers 6 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation in a comfortable vehicle with driver and fuel
  • Shared accommodation
  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Guide and trackers
  • All visits and activities mentioned in the program

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance
  • Personal items such as sun cream, insect repellent, and souvenirs
  • Additional food and drinks

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Aéroport International Yaoundé Nsimalen, Yaoundé, Cameroun
Tour start
35 Ave des Cocotiers, Douala, Cameroon
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in 35 Ave des Cocotiers.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $875.00 — $10,500.00
Double Sharing $875.00 — $5,250.00

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