Cameroon Government Focus to Attract More Tourists

An African country of Cameroon remains a sort of question mark. Its tourist impending is enormous and the government is trying to attract tourists to Cameroon is rich in natural reserves and parks, arts and culture.

Africa is in the spotlight. A travel agent worldwide organizes packages offer unforgettable safari tours, wildlife experiences, difficult hikes and adventures. The assortment of this continent is fascinating. Cameroon is one of the countries that have not yet received the attention of fans travel, but the government hopes to change.

In 1974, the Ministry of Tourism was established there; the objective was simple: attract investors, airline companies, travel agents; in general to promote Cameroon as a tourist destination in all its charm and beauty. Often dubbed ‘Africa in Miniature’, the country offers a fantastic variety of landscapes.

Visitors to the northern part will come across Waza National Park, founded in 1934, which attracts big-game hunters and animal viewers who long to sneak a peek at cheetahs, chimpanzees, elephants, giraffes, gorillas, hippopotami, and even rhinoceroses. Hikers and climbers will enjoy conquering the mighty Mount Cameroon. In the nearby town of Buea, guides as well as equipment are available for hire.

The town of Yaoundé houses several museums and many national monuments. Cultural heritage fans will most enjoy Bamenda and Bafoussam in the western highlands, renowned for its traditional culture and crafts, and the latter also for its wood-carving artifacts.

Cameroon are struggling with inadequate infrastructure, in some cases, tourists were expected to offer bribes, and there are strict rules for taking pictures,  but the government trying to highlight the importance tourism for its economy and hopefully the near future will see a change for the better. Regardless of position, Cameroon remains a wonderfully diverse country with the potential to satisfy all tourists.