Throwback to sacred ground

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2423 $

Overview

A trip to slow down the pace, to get out of the daily routine and reconnect with nature and values ​​that have become too absent!
This unique combination of adventure in the great outdoors and cultural immersion will allow you to live an authentic experience in Western Cameroon and enjoy a well-deserved return to basics.

Highlights

  • Horseback riding on Mount Bandja
  • Explore Nonena Mountain Ranch on an ATV
  • Go for a cultural visit to the royal palace of the Bamoun Sultans and its museum as well as the Batoufam superior chiefdom
  • Learn bronze casting methods
  • Relax at the Petpenoun estate with a canoe trip to discover Lake Petpenoun and a canoe-kayak session

 

 

 

  • Private transportation throughout the stay
  • Food (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • Accommodation at Nonena Mountain Ranch Camp and Petpenoun Estate
  • Site access fees

Activities

Day 1: Departure

Around 7:30-8 a.m.
Your stay begins with a meeting with our travel manager who will take you to Bandja, the starting point for your activities. Once there, explore the picturesque paths of the village which take you to the heights of Mount Bandja from where you can see the green valleys of the region which stand majestically opposite. A quad tour within the Ranch will allow you to relax and refuel for the day after

Day 2: Immersive journey to the heart of the culture of the Bamoun peoples

Leaving Bandja for Foumban, you embark on a beautiful day which will immerse you in the morning in the traditional culture of one of the peoples of the region, during a guided tour of the Royal Palace of the Bamoun Sultans. You will discover the rich history of the succession of the Bamoun kings at the palace, the beauty and richness of its museum; and you will visit a bronze foundry workshop. At the end of the day, you are taken to the Petpenoun estate in Kouoptamo, where you will spend the night.

Day 3: Relaxation off the marked trails

A peaceful day at the Petpenoun estate, far from the crowds. In the morning, have fun with a canoe-kayak session. Then set off for a canoe ride to discover Lake Petpenoun. What could be better than relaxing at the swimming pool, offering you one of the most beautiful sunsets in the country to end the day.

Day 4: Heading for Batoufam and return

Your journey has come to an end! But first, leave for Batoufam as soon as the rooster crows where you will have the opportunity to learn about the fascinating history of this community, its culture, its ancestral traditions and to admire the traditional architecture of its chiefdom. Once the visit is over, you head back, and this is the end of your stay.

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Amazing experience with a great guide who knew is way around. We visited different part of West Cameroon and experienced everything from Markets, to Chefferies, horseback riding and more. We also wanted to taste as many local dish and street food as possible and once again our guide delivered. We highly recommend this company. Simply tell them what you want to see and do and they will create the perfect trip for YOU.
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Very nice experience with this company ! The trip was well organized and the tour (Cameroun - Limbé) was beautiful and interesting. The restaurant chosen were very good too.
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