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Baaka Pygmy Tour in Cameroon

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  • 7 Days / 6 Nights
  • Max People : 25
  • Jan 18’ - Dec 21'
  • Min Age : 12+
  • Pickup: Airport

Visit Cameroon on this 7 Day tour focused on learning about the lives and culture of the Baaka Pygmies; a forest-dwelling hunter-gatherer people. Explore their villages and other inspirational places.

Departure & Return Location

Douala International Airport (Google Map)

Departure Time

3 Hours Before Flight Time

Bedroom

Available

Bathroom

Available

Price Includes

  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival and departure
  • Roundtrip airport/hotel transfers
  • Hotel/Lodge accommodation in the listed properties
  • Transportation in private vehicle
  • Experienced tour/safari guide
  • Meals indicated

Price Excludes

  • International Air Fares & Visas
  • Baka traditional dance
  • Lunch & Drinks
  • Tips/Gratuities
  • Personal needs not mentioned in the program
  • Laundry
What to Expect

Basically, the pygmy groups are united by a common culture and share the same way of life: exploitation of the forest environment by hunting, fishing and gathering, honey harvesting, construction of intertwined huts (moungoulous) covered with foliage ensuring their sealing, use of plants, bark, roots and plant fibres for therapeutic purposes, cult animist of the spirit of the forest (Kirdi) and the protective totem of the community (Ejengi).

This tour will allow you to live the following experiences:

  • Experience life in the forest
  • The Lobe Cascades
  • Grand Batanga Museum
  • Campo Ma’an National Park
  • The Rock of the Wolf
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Itinerary

Day 1DOUALA, CAMEROON

Arrive Douala; meet assist and transfer to your hotel.
Meal(s) Included: No
Overnight at Ibis Douala

Day 2DOUALA / BOUMNYEBEL / ESEKA / LOLODORF

After breakfast depart for Lolodorf via Edea. You will arrive in time for lunch. Afterwards visit a pygmy’s settlement, and in the evening experience a cultural event during which you will witness the traditional dances of pygmies, known for their smooth tones and rhythm. For dinner you will dine outside under the stars. Afterwards return to your hotel in Lolodorf.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Overnight at Auberge de la Cité or similar

Day 3LOLODORF / BIPINDI

After breakfast depart for the village of Bipindi to experience life in the forest. After arriving and checking in to your hotel you will have time for lunch. Once lunch is completed you will visit the village of the pygmies and see their traditional settlements. You may even get an interview with the chief. This day-trip will also include various recreational activities. Dinner will be served outdoors.

Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Overnight at Auberge de la Cité or similar

Day 4BIPINDI/KRIBI/LOBE

After breakfast depart for Lobe via Kribi. Upon arrival you will visit the Lobe Cascades (the only place in the world where a waterfall flows into the Atlantic Ocean through a cascade). The nearby beach affords breathtaking vistas of the Atlantic Ocean as well as a perfect leisure spot for relaxation. For lunch dine in
a restaurant where you will enjoy fresh seafood. In the afternoon you will travel to the coastal village of Grand Batanga and visit the Grand Batanga Museum, which has a diverse and interesting collection of artifacts. In the evening return to Kribi.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Overnight at Hotel Résidence Jully

Day 5KRIBI/ CAMPO MA’AN NATIONAL PARK/ EBODJE

After breakfast depart early in the morning for Campo Ma’an National Park. Throughout the day you will explore its expansive forests, teeming with rare flora and fauna. This park constitutes one of the last sanctuaries for African forest elephants and gorillas. A tour guide will lead you through all the most
interesting sections of the forest. After your tour embark for the fisherman’s village of Ebodje for a night of cultural events.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Overnight at Eco Lodges

Day 6EBODJE / KRIBI

After breakfast depart for the “Rocher du Loup” (The Rock of the Wolf) and visit of one of the most beautiful beaches in Africa. Enjoy a slow walk on its fine grain golden sands, which will provide you with immerse relaxation and comfort. Afterwards visit the local turtle museum. Once lunch is finished depart for Kribi. After arriving and checking into your hotel you will have an evening at leisure.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast
Overnight at Hotel Résidence Jully or similar

Day 7KRIBI / DOUALA

After breakfast, return to Douala for your onward flight.
Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

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FAQ

DEPOSIT & FINAL PAYMENT

Payment of the deposit and / or full payment certifies that you understand and accept all of the terms and conditions.

These conditions apply to independent visits. Group tours have separate deposit and cancellation policies, which are specific to the tour. All payments, deposit payments and cancellation amounts shown are per person. To confirm a reservation, the following deposit and final payment terms must be strictly observed and are required at the time of booking.

The deposit due per person is £ 365 or 25% of the cost of the tour, whichever is greater. We reserve the right to request additional deposits required by hotels and suppliers for peak periods such (but not limited to) Christmas, New Years, Easter and other holidays. Final payments are due 45 days prior to the start of the tour. For reservations received within 45 days of commencement of services, the full amount must be submitted at time of confirmation. Bookings received within 45 days of the start of the tour may be subject to a non-refundable Urgent Booking Fee of at least £ 95 per person to cover additional expenses incurred to expedite the booking.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS, PASSPORT, AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

Every traveller must be in possession of a current passport valid for at least six months after scheduled return date, round-trip airline ticket/continuation ticket, and adequate funds for the duration of the stay. Obtaining a passport is the responsibility of each traveller. All travellers must consult with the appropriate consulates to determine if any visas are needed. Securing needed visas is the responsibility of the traveller.

A pre-departure information packet containing helpful general information on the destination booked, visa application forms, details on our trip insurance plan, and the official tour registration form will be delivered to the booking agent or traveler upon receipt of the required tour deposit and confirmation of the tour. Final documents including trip itinerary, emergency contact information, any airline tickets, luggage tags, travel documents any necessary vouchers will be delivered no later than 30 days prior to start of the service, provided full payment has been received by NewAge Travel.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Persons who are not fit to travel long because of health restrictions, such as chronic illness, physical disability, advanced pregnancy or mental illness, should not participate in rigorous travel programs. Passengers who fail to inform NewAge Travel of such a condition(s) will be subject to the cancellation penalties described above and will assume the full risk of travelling in this state. NewAge Travel is not responsible for providing medical care or special accommodation.

NewAge Travel and associated companies reserve the right to disqualify a tour participant at any time if, in their sole judgment, a tour participant is not deemed medically fit to travel. NewAge Travel and associated companies assume no responsibility for the provision of medical needs, updates and/or medical accommodation. Our pre-departure information will provide general recommendations for all vaccinations or precautions necessary for the destination(s) booked, however, it is the responsibility of the passengers to check with their healthcare professional, for specific requirements. Malaria is endemic in African regions and precautions must be taken. Consult your doctor for advice. Prior to travel, the required vaccines, if any, must be documented by each passenger’s health practitioner on a valid vaccination certificate, which the traveller must carry to prove inoculation, if necessary. If a traveller is concerned about taking medications or receiving certain vaccines, consult your healthcare provider BEFORE booking.

LUGGAGE

On tour, please note that scheduled internal flights have a baggage restriction of 33 lbs per person. We recommend soft carrying baggage. Baggage and personal effects remain at the owner’s risk throughout the tour. NewAge Travel and associated companies shall not be liable for any losses or damage to baggage and personal effects as a result of negligence by airport baggage agents, hotel staff or other personnel not employed by NewAge Travel and associated companies, including but not limited to airlines, courier services, cargo staff, and the like. One average sized suitcase will be carried on safari, however, passengers, who will be travelling by light aircraft on safari must carry medium sized soft luggage or duffel bags when flying sectors in small light aircraft which have limited space for baggage and a weight restriction to be advised. City hotels do store luggage for guests while they are out on tour/safari.

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