The Basics For Cameroon Travel

Cameroon travel is much like travel anywhere else inthese, there are 34 other airports in Cameroon.
the world. Knowing a bit about the details can help youOnce there, you can either hire a "common taxi" that
have a smoother holiday while you are there.you share with others, or hire one just for yourself. If
Paperworkyou want to have a driver on hand all day, most taxi
For your trip to Cameroon, you'll need a currentdrivers can be hired daily as well.
passport and the proper Cameroon visa documents.Money
Tourist visas will require that you can verify yourYou can either convert your money to Cameroon
source of funds for the trip, proof of a return ticket,Francs, or just use the Euro or Dollar. Both are
and yellow fever vaccination documents.commonly accepted.
TransportationYou can use credit and debit cards in the larger cities.
There are several major airports in Cameroon, so youMost banks have ATMs that will accept cards, though
should have no trouble getting a flight with athe best one to use in Cameroon is Visa. Mastercard
commercial airline. American Airlines often has flights,is must less frequently used and not many machines
partnered with Brussels Airlines. Brussels Airlines andtake them.
JetAirways has the most frequent service, and usuallyAccommodations
at the best prices too.The best hotels can be found in Douala and Yaounde,
If you want to save money for your flight toand some good chains to look for are the Sawa, Ibiz,
Cameroon, book your tickets at least 6 to 8 weeksHilton and Akwa Palace. They are kept at international
before your planned trip and take the time to shopstandards and offer great service.
around online for the best dealsDon't be too tempted by the cheaper places that rent
The two main airports are Douala International Airportfor $10/day. The quality of your room will be very
(DLA) and Nsimalen International Airport (NSI). The firstshabby and usually dirty.
is in Douala and the other is in the capital city ofFor a little more space, you can also rent an entire villa.
Yaounde. Though most travelers come to one of