Cameroon Travel Guide
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The surface area of Cameroon is 183.6 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 43 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Yaoundé (CM) and Washington D.C. (US) is 5972 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Cameroon
| Miles | Douala | Yaoundé | Bafoussam | Foumban | Buea | Kribi | Bamenda | Limbe |
| Douala | - | 126 | 111 | 143 | 33 | 78 | 136 | 34 |
| Yaoundé | 126 | - | 134 | 135 | 159 | 128 | 172 | 159 |
| Bafoussam | 111 | 134 | - | 37 | 122 | 179 | 38 | 131 |
| Foumban | 143 | 135 | 37 | - | 158 | 205 | 53 | 166 |
| Buea | 33 | 159 | 122 | 158 | - | 96 | 140 | 10 |
| Kribi | 78 | 128 | 179 | 205 | 96 | - | 210 | 89 |
| Bamenda | 136 | 172 | 38 | 53 | 140 | 210 | - | 150 |
| Limbe | 34 | 159 | 131 | 166 | 10 | 89 | 150 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Cameroon
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Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Cameroon.
Routine vaccines
Before each trip, it is worth making sure that we are up to date with the routine vaccinations. These include vaccinations against measles, mumps and rubella, diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, chickenpox, polio and flu.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Reduce your exposure to germs
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Cholera
Cholera is a disease of the digestive tract caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.The most common infection occurs through the ingestion, mainly through water contaminated with human faeces, and also through food (mainly fruit, seafood). Less often by contact with the sick person and their environment.Prevention
- Eat and drink safely
- Reduce your exposure to germs
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Meningitis (Meningococcal disease)
Meningococcal disease is any illness caused by a type of bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis.Infection occurs through droplets - through contact with the secretion of the patient or the host, e.g. when coughing, sneezing, kissing or sharing cutlery or dishes.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Reduce your exposure to germs
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Cameroon for tourism
A visa is required, it must be obtained at the embassy or at the appropriate consular office.
- International Certificate of Vaccination and current immunization records required.
Electricity
220V (50 Hz)
In Cameroon the standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50 Hz. Type C, E sockets are used.
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Type C
Type EFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 42 / 231 Ranking | 26 545 863 Cameroon Highlanders 31%, Equatorial Bantu 19%, Kirdi 11%, Fulani 10%, Northwestern Bantu 8%, Eastern Nigritic 7%, other African 13% |
Area | 43 / 232 Ranking | 183.6 thous. mi² It is approximately 5% of the territory of United States. |
Life expectancy | 41 / 221 Ranking | 62.8 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 61.1women 64.6 |
Median age | 42 / 222 Ranking | 18.5 Average age of population expressed in years.men 18.2women 18.8 |
Population growth | 41 / 224 Ranking | 2.77% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 40 / 210 Ranking | 77.1% Ability to read, write and count.men 82.6%women 71.6% |
GDP | 37 / 194 Ranking | 3 866 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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