Capital
Yaounde
Population
28.0M
Currency
Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Best Time to Visit
November–February
#43
World Tourism Rank
0.36%
of World Land Area
2
UNESCO Sites
6
Neighboring Countries
Nationalities not listed above may require a visa. Always verify with official sources before travel.
⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with official government sources before travel.
Recommended: November–February
Cameroon is called 'Africa in Miniature' because it contains nearly every type of African landscape: beaches, deserts, mountains, rainforests, and savannas.
Mount Cameroon is the highest peak in West Africa at 4,095 meters and one of Africa's most active volcanoes.
Cameroon truly earns its nickname 'Africa in Miniature' because every landscape the continent offers can be found here.
- A traveler on visiting Cameroon
Cameroon is a Central African nation aptly nicknamed 'Africa in Miniature' for its extraordinary geographical and cultural diversity. From the volcanic Mount Cameroon and tropical beaches of Kribi to the Sahel landscapes of the north and dense southern rainforests, the country encompasses nearly every African ecosystem. The Waza National Park, the traditional Bamoun and Bamileke kingdoms of the western highlands, and the vibrant cities of Douala and Yaounde make Cameroon a microcosm of the entire continent.
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