9-Day Wildlife Safari to the Waza National Park of Northern Cameroon
Highlights
Yaounde
nature, Tribal, Wildlife
Group Tour
9 Days
Medium
English, French
Description
Embark on a 9-day wildlife safari to Waza National Park in Northern Cameroon. From the lunar-style peaks of Rhumsiki to encounters with wildlife in Waza, immerse yourself in the rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and unique experiences of Cameroon's northern region.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Abroad – Nsimalen International Airport - Yaounde
- Welcome of guests at the airport, transfer to hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
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Day 2: Yaounde - Nsimalen International Airport - Maroua
- Wake up, have breakfast, relaxation, and transfer to Nsimalen Airport in the afternoon for the CAMAIRCO flight to Maroua. Arrival in Maroua, city tour, drive to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 3: Maroua - Rhumsiki (135 km)
- Breakfast and drive to Rhumsiki, a village famous for its multiple lunar-style peaks. Located in the Mandara Mountains near the Nigerian border, these unique peaks, including the renowned Kapsiki Peak reaching an altitude of 1224 meters, offer a must-see landscape in Cameroon.
- We will hike to explore the village and discover its hidden treasures. The evening is free for exploration and enjoyment. Dinner at the Rhumsiki camping site and overnight stay.
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Day 4: Rhumsiki – Oudjilla - Waza National Park (200 km)
- Early morning wake up to admire the beautiful sunrise in Rhumsiki Village. We will visit the potters and weavers of the village and discover the objects they create. Then, we will drive from Rhumsiki to Djingliya and continue to Oudjilla. Here, we will visit the Chief Palace of Oudjilla and chat with the village Chief. Afterwards, we will drive through the fascinating landscape to Waza National Park. Arrival, dinner, and overnight stay at the Waza camping site.
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Day 5: Waza National Park
- Explore the great Waza National Park throughout the day. Return to the Waza camping site in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 6: Waza – Maga – Pouss - Maga (160 km)
- Drive to Pouss village, the best site to admire the Mousgoum shell hut architecture. Visit the Sultanate of Pouss and learn about the culture of the Mousgoum people. Drive to Maga and visit the lake. Explore the fishing village and fish market. Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 7: Maga – Mindif - Maroua (145 km)
- Drive to Mindif and enjoy the unique view of its teeth-shaped mountains. Meet artists and renowned Calabash carvers known for the quality of their art. Return to Maroua and visit the handicraft center for souvenirs: dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 8: Maroua – Bidzar – Gorges of Kola - Garoua – Nsimalen International Airport - Yaounde
- Breakfast and drive to the archaeological site of Bidzar, known for its marble paintings and carvings dating back thousands of years. Visit the Gorges of Kola, impressive rocky rifts. Drive to Garoua for a city tour. Relaxation, lunch, and take off to Garoua Airport for a domestic flight to Yaounde.
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Day 9: Nsimalen International Airport – Yaounde – Home flight
- Breakfast and city tour of Yaounde. Purchase some art objects from the Yaounde Artisanal Centre as souvenirs. Lunch, transfer to Nsimalen International Airport for the home flight.
End of tour.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a group tour |
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