It’s absolutely mandatory to boil water, even if you are going to use it for hygiene purposes.

In Yaounde, to the north of the Kennedy Square, there is a small district of merchants and artisans. If you are looking for cheap souvenirs, go there.

You can rent cheap accommodations on arrival from locals.

Getting to Yaounde is easy by Air France flight, with a connecting flight in Paris, or by Swiss Air, with a connecting flight in Zürich. The second option is more convenient.

Cameroon has its own airline company providing domestic flights. But tickets are not available online. The only way to book and buy tickets is at the company’s agency located at Douala airport.

When exchanging currency you will be required to give a copy of your passport. So, take some extra copies with you.

Bank cards are not widely used here. The most secure place for currency exchange is SGBC bank. Nearly all banks are open until 4:30 pm with a lunch break.

In Limb you should definitely explore the Down Beach. You’ll find there a nice restaurant that doesn’t disappoint in the affordably priced fresh-cooked seafood. Moreover, this restaurant has tables on the beach.