Africa
Cameroon
Africa in miniature, from Kribi beaches to Mount Cameroon and northern savanna. Bilingual French and English, but armed conflict in the Anglophone regions and the Far North makes it a risky, expensive country.
- US travel advisoryLevel 2Exercise increased cautionDetails
- Visa7 of 198passports can visit visa-freeDetails
- CurrencyXAFUS$1 ≈ CFA582.98Details
- Price level34%of US prices (World Bank PPP)
- English3/5Common in tourist areas
- PlugsType C, E220 V, 50 HzDetails
- Emergency117Police 117 · Ambulance 119 · Fire 118
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledTap water is unsafe.Details
- LGBTQ+CriminalizedArrests, blackmail and violence are well documented, and attitudes are hostile; be very discreet.Details
- DrivingOn the rightForeign licences with an IDP are accepted for short stays; checkpoints are frequent and roads are rough, so hire a driver.
Where to go in Cameroon
1 place with full guides. Comfortable monthly budget for one person, rent included.
| Place | Safety | Month, comfortable | Best months | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DoualaCity | 3/5 | $1,370–2,230 | Dec–Feb | 9/100 |
When to visit Cameroon
November–February is the driest season in the south; the north is hottest March–May. The coast and Mount Cameroon are very wet June–October.
Good to know
Entry
- Most visitors need an e-visa applied for online before travel; check the official portal and carry the approval letter.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required on arrival.
- Passport must be valid six months beyond arrival; bring accommodation details and an onward ticket.
Laws visitors break by accident
- Same-sex acts are criminal
- Photographing government buildings, the military and airports is prohibited
- Carry a passport copy; ID checks are frequent
Etiquette
- Greet people properly before asking for anything
- Use your right hand to give, receive and eat
- Ask permission before photographing people or sites
- Be neutral on politics, the Anglophone conflict and the president
Tipping
Not required; round up or leave 5–10% in restaurants.
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Sources
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