Mount Cameroon
Mount Cameroon
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Mount Cameroon is the highest mountain in center and west African 4095m this mountain is made up of vocalno rocks, forest and Animals sweetable for tourism.
Mount Cameroon also has a Queen call Sarah Etonge she is refer to as the Queen of Mount Cameroon because she has won the annual mount Cameroon race of hope for 7 times. And she is also the founder of this organization aims at promote and sustain ecotourism on mount Cameroon Region. Visit the mountain of greatness with the queen she knows the the mountain BEST.
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Valley Forge, PA
Apr 2017 • Solo
1. Mt. Cameroon, also known as Fako or Mongo ma Lobo is an active volcano which last erupted in 2000. It is located in Cameroon National Park in southwest Cameroon, near the town of Buea. At 4095 meters (13,510 feet), it is the highest mountain in western Africa. It is a beautiful mountain to climb as you pass through numerous different “ecological zones”, including farmland, tropical rainforest, savannah, and volcanic landscape on your way to the summit. And the views from the summit are spectacular. On a clear day you can see Buea, Limbe, the Atlantic Ocean, and at times, the island of Bioko!
2. Trail head – There are numerous trails to the summit of Mt. Cameroon. The most popular is the Guinness Trail, which is used for the annual race to the summit. This is the trail that I climbed and this review is on the Guinness Trail. The trail head starts at Old Bicec, near the town of Buea. Buea is the regional capital of Southwestern Cameroon and has all of the amenities (hotels, food markets, etc.) that you need before and after your hike.
3. Trail distance – 12.7 km (8 miles) one way to the summit
4. Elevation – The elevation at the trail head is 3330 ft. The summit is 13,510 ft, for an elevation gain of 10,180 vt. ft. There are no ups and downs on this trail. It is straight up to the summit.
5. Hiking options –
A. 1 day summit and descent. This is possible, but only for the extremely experienced and fit hiker. This would be a 26 km (16 mile) hike with over 10,000 vt. ft. of ascent and descent in 1 day.
B. 2 day – Hike from the trail head to Hut 2 on day 1, climbing 7.4 km and 6,000 vt. ft. on day one. Camp at Hut 2. Wake up early (4-6 am) to summit in the morning, climbing 5.3 km (one way) and 4000 vt. ft. and then returning to Hut 2 for lunch and then descending to the trailhead. This is a good option for reasonably fit and experienced hikers.
C. 3 day – The same as above, only after descending to Hut 2 on day 2 spending another night there and descending to the trailhead on day 3. This is a good option for many people, and probably the best option for most people.
D. 4 day + – Climbing to Hut 2 on day 1. Summiting on day 2, but crossing over to the other side of the mountain to descend on a different trail to see the lava fields and hopefully wildlife (elephants, etc.).
6. Level of difficulty – You do not need any technical equipment (ropes, crampons, etc.) to climb this mountain. That being said, this is a reasonably hard hike. There are some long steep sections. The key here is to pace yourself correctly. If at any time you feel that the pace might be too fast, tell your guide and slow down. These steep sections can really hammer your legs if you try to go too fast. Again, both the two or three day options above are doable for most people in reasonably good hiking condition. If there is any doubt in your mind about which is the best for you, I would recommend choosing the three day option. Day 2 can be a long day if you choose to both summit and descend to the trailhead on the same day.
7. Guides – A guide is not required, but I highly recommend using one. I used Hady Guiding Service. Walters Chin is the director and he was able to provide great advice and answer many of my questions before I arrived. Walters handled all the logistics (permits, transport, supplies, etc.) and provided an English speaking guide and two porters. Hady also provided a tent, sleeping bag, camping equipment, food, etc. All good quality. All that I had to bring were my personal supplies, which simplified things greatly. The guide and porters were knowledgeable, hardworking, and had a great attitude. They were all a pleasure to climb with. Hady also provided roundtrip transport from my hotel in Limbe. Total cost was approximately $300 US and in my opinion was money well spent. In addition, Hady does a lot of work with the youth in this area. In fact, my guide and porters were trained by them. It was nice to know that a good portion of the money I had paid was staying in the community and helping local youth make a better life for themselves.
8. What to bring – As mentioned, if you hire Hady or a similar good quality guiding service, they will provide most of the camping/cooking equipment you will need. The list of additional things that you should consider bringing include:
1. Good hiking shoes – trail sneakers or boots
2. Raincoat
3. Jacket (mid-weight)
4. Gloves
5. Warm hat
6. Baseball (shade) hat
7. Sunglasses
8. Sunscreen
9. Torch
10. Book/iPod etc.
11. Camera
12. First aid kit
13. Day pack for you to carry
14. Snacks that you enjoy while on the trail
15. Insect repellant
16. Plastic bag to line the inside of your pack
17. Hiking poles
At the start of the hike you will probably be in shorts, at the summit you will be bundled up. Be prepared for heat, cold, rain, wind and everything in between. There is a huge difference in temperature, wind speed, etc. between elevations of 3000 and 13000 ft.
9. Weather/Season
A. December – Mid-March – Dry season – Usually the best time to climb
B. Mid-March – June – Shoulder season between dry and wet seasons. As the
season progresses, rains become heavier and last longer. Still ok to climb, but
be prepared for wet conditions.
C. July – September – Rainy season
D. October – November – Another shoulder season that continually gets drier as
December approaches
10. Trail Notes:
The trail starts at an elevation of 3300 ft in farmland. The climbing is easy. At about 3600 ft (after 20 mins) you enter the tropical rainforest. The trail is a single track dirt trail and continues at a moderate inclination. There are numerous birds, and flowers. This is a beautiful section of the trail and the climbing is still easy. You will arrive at Hut #1 at 6100 ft. after 2-2 ½ hrs.
At 6700 ft., after 3 – 3 ½ hrs of climbing, you will reach the savannah. There are mostly just grasses and bushes here with a few small trees. And you will be in the sun. At 7400 ft. you will reach the Intermediate Hut (between Huts # 1 and 2). The climbing after this hut is very rocky and steep and continues so for over 1000 vt. ft. This is the steepest section of the trail. After that, the incline moderates a bit until you reach Hut #2 at 9500 ft. You will probably set up camp here.
After Hut #2, the trail steepens again, although not quite as bad as the section after the Intermediate Hut. The steep trail continues all the way up to Hut #3 at 12,340 ft. After Hut #3, the trail becomes much easier. The angle is moderate and the footing becomes much better. It almost feels like a cinder path most of the way to the summit.
11. Trail Markers Elevation Distance
Trail head 3330 ft.
Hut #1 6070 ft.
Intermediate Hut 7400 ft.
Hut #2 9500 ft. 7.4 km (4.6 miles)
Hut #3 12340 ft.
Summit 13510 ft. 12.7 km (8 miles)
12. Hiking Time Estimates – Of course this is a difficult thing to say due to differences in weather conditions, pack weight, physical conditioning, how often you stop to take pictures, etc., but the guidelines below are good for most reasonably fit and experienced hikers.
Trail head to Hut #2 5-8 hrs
Hut #2 to summit 3-5 hrs
Summit to Hut #2 2-3 hrs
Hut #2 to trail head 2-4 hrs
13. Conclusion – Climbing Mt. Cameroon was one of the highlights of my time in Cameroon. A beautiful, challenging, and diverse trail, great comradery and spectacular views. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did! Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.
2. Trail head – There are numerous trails to the summit of Mt. Cameroon. The most popular is the Guinness Trail, which is used for the annual race to the summit. This is the trail that I climbed and this review is on the Guinness Trail. The trail head starts at Old Bicec, near the town of Buea. Buea is the regional capital of Southwestern Cameroon and has all of the amenities (hotels, food markets, etc.) that you need before and after your hike.
3. Trail distance – 12.7 km (8 miles) one way to the summit
4. Elevation – The elevation at the trail head is 3330 ft. The summit is 13,510 ft, for an elevation gain of 10,180 vt. ft. There are no ups and downs on this trail. It is straight up to the summit.
5. Hiking options –
A. 1 day summit and descent. This is possible, but only for the extremely experienced and fit hiker. This would be a 26 km (16 mile) hike with over 10,000 vt. ft. of ascent and descent in 1 day.
B. 2 day – Hike from the trail head to Hut 2 on day 1, climbing 7.4 km and 6,000 vt. ft. on day one. Camp at Hut 2. Wake up early (4-6 am) to summit in the morning, climbing 5.3 km (one way) and 4000 vt. ft. and then returning to Hut 2 for lunch and then descending to the trailhead. This is a good option for reasonably fit and experienced hikers.
C. 3 day – The same as above, only after descending to Hut 2 on day 2 spending another night there and descending to the trailhead on day 3. This is a good option for many people, and probably the best option for most people.
D. 4 day + – Climbing to Hut 2 on day 1. Summiting on day 2, but crossing over to the other side of the mountain to descend on a different trail to see the lava fields and hopefully wildlife (elephants, etc.).
6. Level of difficulty – You do not need any technical equipment (ropes, crampons, etc.) to climb this mountain. That being said, this is a reasonably hard hike. There are some long steep sections. The key here is to pace yourself correctly. If at any time you feel that the pace might be too fast, tell your guide and slow down. These steep sections can really hammer your legs if you try to go too fast. Again, both the two or three day options above are doable for most people in reasonably good hiking condition. If there is any doubt in your mind about which is the best for you, I would recommend choosing the three day option. Day 2 can be a long day if you choose to both summit and descend to the trailhead on the same day.
7. Guides – A guide is not required, but I highly recommend using one. I used Hady Guiding Service. Walters Chin is the director and he was able to provide great advice and answer many of my questions before I arrived. Walters handled all the logistics (permits, transport, supplies, etc.) and provided an English speaking guide and two porters. Hady also provided a tent, sleeping bag, camping equipment, food, etc. All good quality. All that I had to bring were my personal supplies, which simplified things greatly. The guide and porters were knowledgeable, hardworking, and had a great attitude. They were all a pleasure to climb with. Hady also provided roundtrip transport from my hotel in Limbe. Total cost was approximately $300 US and in my opinion was money well spent. In addition, Hady does a lot of work with the youth in this area. In fact, my guide and porters were trained by them. It was nice to know that a good portion of the money I had paid was staying in the community and helping local youth make a better life for themselves.
8. What to bring – As mentioned, if you hire Hady or a similar good quality guiding service, they will provide most of the camping/cooking equipment you will need. The list of additional things that you should consider bringing include:
1. Good hiking shoes – trail sneakers or boots
2. Raincoat
3. Jacket (mid-weight)
4. Gloves
5. Warm hat
6. Baseball (shade) hat
7. Sunglasses
8. Sunscreen
9. Torch
10. Book/iPod etc.
11. Camera
12. First aid kit
13. Day pack for you to carry
14. Snacks that you enjoy while on the trail
15. Insect repellant
16. Plastic bag to line the inside of your pack
17. Hiking poles
At the start of the hike you will probably be in shorts, at the summit you will be bundled up. Be prepared for heat, cold, rain, wind and everything in between. There is a huge difference in temperature, wind speed, etc. between elevations of 3000 and 13000 ft.
9. Weather/Season
A. December – Mid-March – Dry season – Usually the best time to climb
B. Mid-March – June – Shoulder season between dry and wet seasons. As the
season progresses, rains become heavier and last longer. Still ok to climb, but
be prepared for wet conditions.
C. July – September – Rainy season
D. October – November – Another shoulder season that continually gets drier as
December approaches
10. Trail Notes:
The trail starts at an elevation of 3300 ft in farmland. The climbing is easy. At about 3600 ft (after 20 mins) you enter the tropical rainforest. The trail is a single track dirt trail and continues at a moderate inclination. There are numerous birds, and flowers. This is a beautiful section of the trail and the climbing is still easy. You will arrive at Hut #1 at 6100 ft. after 2-2 ½ hrs.
At 6700 ft., after 3 – 3 ½ hrs of climbing, you will reach the savannah. There are mostly just grasses and bushes here with a few small trees. And you will be in the sun. At 7400 ft. you will reach the Intermediate Hut (between Huts # 1 and 2). The climbing after this hut is very rocky and steep and continues so for over 1000 vt. ft. This is the steepest section of the trail. After that, the incline moderates a bit until you reach Hut #2 at 9500 ft. You will probably set up camp here.
After Hut #2, the trail steepens again, although not quite as bad as the section after the Intermediate Hut. The steep trail continues all the way up to Hut #3 at 12,340 ft. After Hut #3, the trail becomes much easier. The angle is moderate and the footing becomes much better. It almost feels like a cinder path most of the way to the summit.
11. Trail Markers Elevation Distance
Trail head 3330 ft.
Hut #1 6070 ft.
Intermediate Hut 7400 ft.
Hut #2 9500 ft. 7.4 km (4.6 miles)
Hut #3 12340 ft.
Summit 13510 ft. 12.7 km (8 miles)
12. Hiking Time Estimates – Of course this is a difficult thing to say due to differences in weather conditions, pack weight, physical conditioning, how often you stop to take pictures, etc., but the guidelines below are good for most reasonably fit and experienced hikers.
Trail head to Hut #2 5-8 hrs
Hut #2 to summit 3-5 hrs
Summit to Hut #2 2-3 hrs
Hut #2 to trail head 2-4 hrs
13. Conclusion – Climbing Mt. Cameroon was one of the highlights of my time in Cameroon. A beautiful, challenging, and diverse trail, great comradery and spectacular views. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did! Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have.
Written 9 May 2017
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Carola B
Berlin, Germany
Jan 2012 • Friends
We booked a tour with Eco Tourism. At five people we paid 100 Euro per person plus 15 Euro per person for food and water which we bought the day before in Limbe.
I had never climbed a mountain before. Though you don't have to train for this mountain (after all West Africa's highest is 'only' 4100m) I seriously recommend you don't over-pace. We have seen several people turn around 200m before the summit. Bummer!
The night before the summit is spent in a very simple hut - no electricity, heating or running water. Bring toilet paper! We (5 people) shared a 3m bunk.
You get to the summit at around 10am on the second day. If you choose to you can descend the same way you ascended and will be back in the afternoon of the second day.
We opted for the 3 day tour which descends through several lava fields. Very beautiful but also much harder.
As the hut burnt down the second night is spent camping (if you don't have a tent the tour operator will rent them to you) at the edge of the jungle. Again without amenities. The only luxury is an ice cold spring about 10 minutes walk from the camp - just big enough to wash your feet.
The third day we walked through the jungle and were back at the Eco Tourism headquarters just after noon.
The guide was wonderful. He pushed us when we needed it but also made sure everyone got enough rest. His passion were birds. So we learnt a bit about that.
It gets really cold during the night and toward the summit. Bring layers and extra shirts to change when you're sweaty. The porters will not always walk with the group. So think about what you'll need when you pack a day pack. Also make sure your shoes are really comfortable. Don't bring running shoes (blister alarm). Wear walking / hiking boots.
Take care of the sun. Not only were we severely burnt (wind + sun...) two of us also got a sun stroke.
And finally: If you want to challenge yourself try the 'Race of Hope'. An annual marathon to the summit and back...
I had never climbed a mountain before. Though you don't have to train for this mountain (after all West Africa's highest is 'only' 4100m) I seriously recommend you don't over-pace. We have seen several people turn around 200m before the summit. Bummer!
The night before the summit is spent in a very simple hut - no electricity, heating or running water. Bring toilet paper! We (5 people) shared a 3m bunk.
You get to the summit at around 10am on the second day. If you choose to you can descend the same way you ascended and will be back in the afternoon of the second day.
We opted for the 3 day tour which descends through several lava fields. Very beautiful but also much harder.
As the hut burnt down the second night is spent camping (if you don't have a tent the tour operator will rent them to you) at the edge of the jungle. Again without amenities. The only luxury is an ice cold spring about 10 minutes walk from the camp - just big enough to wash your feet.
The third day we walked through the jungle and were back at the Eco Tourism headquarters just after noon.
The guide was wonderful. He pushed us when we needed it but also made sure everyone got enough rest. His passion were birds. So we learnt a bit about that.
It gets really cold during the night and toward the summit. Bring layers and extra shirts to change when you're sweaty. The porters will not always walk with the group. So think about what you'll need when you pack a day pack. Also make sure your shoes are really comfortable. Don't bring running shoes (blister alarm). Wear walking / hiking boots.
Take care of the sun. Not only were we severely burnt (wind + sun...) two of us also got a sun stroke.
And finally: If you want to challenge yourself try the 'Race of Hope'. An annual marathon to the summit and back...
Written 27 December 2012
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Lauren E
San Francisco, CA
Feb 2016 • Solo
This past weekend, I did a day hike of Mount Cameroon that I had organized through the Mount CEO Ecotourism Office. The office staff were incredibly helpful and very well-organized and provided me with a variety of different trip options to choose from. The hike itself was gorgeous, climbing through lush and vibrant rainforest. I saw many enormous trees, beautiful flowers, and several different types of butterflies. Afterwards, I felt totally refreshed :).
One of the best parts of an all-around awesome hike was my guide, Robinson. He is incredibly friendly and enthusiastic about the mountain. In fact, he has run the annual race up the mountain many times! He taught me a lot about the different plant species, including their medicinal properties, as well as about Buea, the tribes of the region, and Cameroonian music. I had a great time chatting with him along the way, and I recommend that you ask to hike with him if you are planning to come to Mount Cameroon.
One of the best parts of an all-around awesome hike was my guide, Robinson. He is incredibly friendly and enthusiastic about the mountain. In fact, he has run the annual race up the mountain many times! He taught me a lot about the different plant species, including their medicinal properties, as well as about Buea, the tribes of the region, and Cameroonian music. I had a great time chatting with him along the way, and I recommend that you ask to hike with him if you are planning to come to Mount Cameroon.
Written 15 February 2016
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LionKngSmb
Houston, TX
Mar 2012 • Friends
Climbing Mount Cameroon has been one of my toughest sports challenges. I thought I was in shape.... It takes serious preparation from serious athletes to make it in a reasonable 6 to 8 hours. Champions climb it to the summit and down in 4:30 hours; the official race takes each February. Amateurs in good shape need two days to reach the summit and back, generally in groups, sleeping over half ways and should plan accordingly... Bring your own food, water, warm clothing (it can be cold at/near summit) and a good stick (you will need it)The locals are available to help carrying your stuff and staying with you all the way up and back. Unique experience; worth it!
Written 17 May 2012
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Oct 2018 • Friends
We went up in October with Queen of Mount Cameroon guides. We had one guide and no porters between three of us. It was a tough hike but amazing views and the guide (Bruno) was fantastic – really knowledgable about the mountain but also generally well educated and nice to hang out with. Simo who organised the trip was also really helpful including advising us about the security situation and helping us with police checkpoints, giving us a place to stay after we came down and taking us for a beer.
Written 28 October 2018
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Makhizhnan
Coimbatore, India
Jul 2016 • Friends
Beautiful place, located at Buea old capital of Cameroun during German times. Claimed till Mt Cameroon National Park. Excellent place for trekking. Went with friends and Guide was good and friendly.
Written 4 July 2016
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midas342
Brussels, Belgium
Sept 2017 • Solo
I did the tour in the low season (only met 1 other hiker on the way). I was accompagnied by 1 guide from Buma Peter. The guide was nice, he knew the area well and was nice to talk to. However, it was really expensive for what you get in return. The prices depend heavily on how well you negotiate (the other person I met on the way paid over double the price I paid, for the exact same trip). The guides and porters also get only a small fraction of the money, so I wonder where the majority of the money is going to.
Written 11 June 2018
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Jun 2018 • Solo
a must do if you are in the region and into hiking. the security situation in the south west remains a bit tense but the road douala - buea is safe and buea during the day as well!
best season is around february march, i think. i did it in june, which was still ok (no rain) but summit in clouds! :( and yet, still an adventure!
I chose the two day tour and went with queen tour and samuel (gentle, well trained guide - gcameroun champion in wrestling!!) and everyting went well. choice was based on competitivy of quote and communication. I strongly recommend getting a quote. even more, part of the money goes into charity.
best season is around february march, i think. i did it in june, which was still ok (no rain) but summit in clouds! :( and yet, still an adventure!
I chose the two day tour and went with queen tour and samuel (gentle, well trained guide - gcameroun champion in wrestling!!) and everyting went well. choice was based on competitivy of quote and communication. I strongly recommend getting a quote. even more, part of the money goes into charity.
Written 9 June 2018
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Jan 2018 • Friends
We hiked the Mount Cameroon with the Volcanic Spirit Company, this was super cool with awesome potters and guides, who actually encouraged & motivated us to overcome the 4days trip in 3days Seeing some elephants through the elephant track was super interesting too. I personally suggest Volcanic Spirit on any tour in Cameroon.
Written 4 February 2018
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Gregory F
Montreal, Canada
Jan 2018 • Couples
CONS:
We chose a 3 days hiking trip (as a couple) in January 2017. Everything was set by email a week before the hike (food arrangements, equipements that we wanted to rent, trails that we wanted to do, hours of arrival, hours for filling the papers, and even hours that the manager promise us we should be hiking on the mountain). When we arrived the first morning, nothing was prepared. Litterally nothing. Two women’s in the office had to go trough the tents (that we’re obviously broken!), the mattress and sleeping bags. We also had to repeat all the info that I gave before on the email… So at 11am we where not even hiking yet. Stil troubleshooting and trying to understand all that confusion in the office. Food was not ready (but they said they we’re taking charge of it…!?!?) so they sent us in taxi to a local store. You know, those local store where you find chocolat, candy and greenish nuclear liquid… nothing really consisting to hike a 4100m mountain, haha! In the end, the morning was really exhausting and yet, we were not even climbing the mountain. The people in the office clearly have never walked in the mountain, probably not even to the first hut. They don’t know time and distance of walk between huts, they don’t know what equipment and food is required. We’ve asked them a week before the hike ‘’what kind of weather we should be expecting on the last stretch of the hike’’, which they answered ‘’it will be good weather…..’’ ……..!!!
PROS:
Our guide Robinson was an absolute Saint! The best! He had walked and run trough the mountain since 20 years…. he knows it by heart. Really funny guy with awesome experience and stories. He knows everything that you need to know to do this hike… He should be running that office haha! Our 2 porters, Zach and Martin we’re as awesome as Robinson! Always there to check on us and help us with different steps of the mountain. So don’t get us wrong… the morning experience at the office was incredibly bad. Like we never had before. This as nothing to do with the professionalism and enthusiasm of the guide and the porters. We had a crazy good time on the mountain, a real life experience. In the end, there is plenty of other way to climb the mountain by dealing directly with guides and porters.. just look out on google and you’ll find!
We chose a 3 days hiking trip (as a couple) in January 2017. Everything was set by email a week before the hike (food arrangements, equipements that we wanted to rent, trails that we wanted to do, hours of arrival, hours for filling the papers, and even hours that the manager promise us we should be hiking on the mountain). When we arrived the first morning, nothing was prepared. Litterally nothing. Two women’s in the office had to go trough the tents (that we’re obviously broken!), the mattress and sleeping bags. We also had to repeat all the info that I gave before on the email… So at 11am we where not even hiking yet. Stil troubleshooting and trying to understand all that confusion in the office. Food was not ready (but they said they we’re taking charge of it…!?!?) so they sent us in taxi to a local store. You know, those local store where you find chocolat, candy and greenish nuclear liquid… nothing really consisting to hike a 4100m mountain, haha! In the end, the morning was really exhausting and yet, we were not even climbing the mountain. The people in the office clearly have never walked in the mountain, probably not even to the first hut. They don’t know time and distance of walk between huts, they don’t know what equipment and food is required. We’ve asked them a week before the hike ‘’what kind of weather we should be expecting on the last stretch of the hike’’, which they answered ‘’it will be good weather…..’’ ……..!!!
PROS:
Our guide Robinson was an absolute Saint! The best! He had walked and run trough the mountain since 20 years…. he knows it by heart. Really funny guy with awesome experience and stories. He knows everything that you need to know to do this hike… He should be running that office haha! Our 2 porters, Zach and Martin we’re as awesome as Robinson! Always there to check on us and help us with different steps of the mountain. So don’t get us wrong… the morning experience at the office was incredibly bad. Like we never had before. This as nothing to do with the professionalism and enthusiasm of the guide and the porters. We had a crazy good time on the mountain, a real life experience. In the end, there is plenty of other way to climb the mountain by dealing directly with guides and porters.. just look out on google and you’ll find!
Written 19 January 2018
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Are there any touroperators or CIG's in Limbé who can provide a guide and porter for a trek/hike on the western slope of Mount Cameroon?
Written 13 September 2019
Henk H
Nijmegen, The Netherlands
Hello Veronique
Ik would like to know
1) e-mail addres of Volcanis spirit, 2) whatts app number
3) how many days was your trip and. 4). What did you pay?
5) how did you get your visum for Cameroun?
Already Thanks
Cotonou Benin saturday March 23 Greetings. From Netherlands cyclist Henk Horstink
Written 23 March 2019
You should search the official website of Mount Cameroon national park and click on the ecotpurism page. All informations as regards ecotourism activities on Mount Cameroon National park are found on this official website. You can also find a list of all tour operators authorised by the park authorities to conduct tours into the park. Any tour operator not found in this list is operating illegally. On the list you have contacts to all the legalise operators.
Written 26 March 2019
queen1family
Buea, Cameroon
Just contact Queen Tour Mount Cameroon they have the best package offers also know that pricing depends on services provided.
Written 28 April 2018
Did anyone visit Mount Cameroon recently? Because I am confused about the price. I asked to join a group on a 3-day hike to the summit and back. The price they offered me was 120k. Is this the right price? Or is it overpriced?
Written 1 October 2017
Midas,
I hiked Mt Cameroon with HADY Guide Service this year. My cost for a private trip with one guide and two porters was $300 US or about 170k CF. Whether or not your price is fair would depend on the group size, how many days you are on the mountain and the quality of the service, food equipment etc. That being said the price does seem a bit high. I wrote a review on trip advisor dated May,2017. It should give you some more insight. But even if you have to pay the 120k I recommend going. It was a magnificent experience. Enjoy!
Thomas
Written 1 October 2017
I heard a holet renovated about middle of the mountain. Anyone has their contact number?
I live in Douala and I just want to pass weekend with my wife.
Written 12 May 2017
How long is this hike? Can you do it in one day? How hard is this hike? Do you need special equipment? Do you need to reserve in advance?
Written 28 March 2017
queen1family
Buea, Cameroon
yes you can hike mount cameroon in one day but you should be physical fit and you should also reserve your trip days before the hiking day so that the organization facilitating your trip can also prepare. Queen tour Mount Cameroon a local tour organization founded by the Queen of Mount Cameroon (Sarah Etonge) is the reference organization when it comes to trips on Mount Cameroon.
Written 10 April 2017
Hola:
Me gustaría hacer el treking de tres días por el monte Camerún pero no somos expertas montañeras, es necesario estar en muy buena forma física para hacerlo?
Written 30 January 2017
Does anyone plan to visit mount CAMEROON? you can reach me if you want a guide through the process
Written 27 September 2016
We paid 10000 fcfa as registration fee and paid one day advance and for the guide we paid 40000 fcfa includes food and water. (We were 7 and there were 3 guides)
Written 12 July 2016
I'm trying to plan a hike (preferably 3-day) to Mt Cameroon. Does anyone know how far it is from Yaounde and what the transport options are? Is it possible to join a group rather than do a solo hike? And finally what's the weather like in early December?
Written 24 November 2015
Hey, From Yde you can take public bus and reach Dla and from dla it is 45 minutes car driver, you shall get Public bus too which shall cost u less than 2500 fcfa. But ensure you contact them and register your self and your arrival as they have to get Approval Ministry of Tourism to do trekking here. For the guide we paid 40 k fcfa there were 3 guides and they served food also. We were total of 7 went from dla. Whether is always chill there when u move upwards.
Written 12 July 2016
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