Fun things to do in Cameroon

I don't know a whole lot about this organization but it was near where I was living and I met people from Berdup in my village. I also went to Belo to see what they were about. They are very nice people who are motivated and really wanting to help by using homegrown ideas and bringing tourism to the area. They also try to employ the locals with their projects. They are very organized with the limited resources that are available. The area that it is located in is ideal and there is lots to do around. Berudep also organizes ecotourist trips where you can stay with a family which I think would be super cool. The NW providence is just such a great place to get to know.

I had it easy finding a hospital to volunteer at because I had a friend there. I would highly recommend trying to do this. Its a great way to learn about the culture, contribute, meet people. Some medical teams that came to our hospital were SMF, medicines for humanity, peace corps and some Belgium and Dutch ortho groups. It may be tough if you don't have a connection there because they don't know who you are and eventhough you are there to help they need to trust you.

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The Belo Public Walk is the first developed public walk route in Cameroon. It is a two and a half hour walk route through the countryside surrounding the village of Belo. It has route markers along the paths directing the trekker and information boards about local landmarks. Along the route you can see waterfalls and pools, the quarter head's traditional compound and the road built by the Germans. The best bit about it.....................It's free!

If you would like to explore the countryside, do some trekking or go horse riding then head to the village of Belo (45 mins taxi from Bamenda). Visit the Berudep Visitors Centre and Tourist Information to get details on walks and treks. Berudep are a non profit organisation with a focus on developing eco tourism.

Trek up the beautiful hill dominating the N/E skyline of Belo. It's a nice easy 2 hour trek to the summit where there is a monument depicting the crusifixion on Calvery hill. The views from the top are magnificent and if you do the tour through berudep they include a visit to a traditional carvers on the way back down.

Go horse riding in the Bamenda Highlands around Fundong. You can pick your horse from the herd, saddle up and head out for a hack. You can ride by yourself if you are experienced or go with a guide if you are not. The guy who owns the horses is great, speaks good english, can arrange lunch, show you round his farm and introduce you to his 3 wives and many children!

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Trek from Belo up to the mysterious lake Oku. Hike through the villages and into the forest where the natural world waits to be discovered. Sit on the shores of the sacred lake without another soul in sight . Swimming is not allowed in the lake as it is believed to be the home of an old man who decended into the lake after being given permission to live there by the Fon of the Oku people. Sacrafices are still made one day a year to the 'god' of the lake.

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Have an audience with the Fon - King of the Kom tribe. It's a 2 hour trek from Fundong up to the Impenatrable palace sitting in the clouds overlooking the kingdom of Kom.
You need to arrange the visit with BERUDEP in Belo or Fundong and buy a bottle of wine as a 'gift' to send to the Fon in advance to see if he will accept your wish for an audience. You will also have to take with you a gift of money in an envelope to present to him when you arrive (the amount is up to you). After this you will be invited to stay in the kings court and watch the proceedings of traditional cases, tribal matters, disputes as well as enjoy lunch, beer, wine, fanta or whatever other gifts the Fon has been given that day.