An island over twice the size of the UK boasts a cultural fusion that reflects the ethnic-mosaic of influences over the years from Southeast Asia and East Africa. This meticulously planned 11 day tour is just a dip of your toe into the melting pot of the Malagasy people and their nearly 2,000 years of traditional ways. Some come here for the Lemurs but leave being touched by a beautiful, eclectic cultural fibre. Let us show you "Mada's" way of life here! 

Day 1: Welcome to Yaounde

Today as you arrive at the airport in Yaounde. You will me met by one of our team and from the airport will transfer to your hotel for the night. Overnight in hotel La Rochelle (2 stars) or similar

Day 2: Yaounde – Ngaoundere

Today your guide will pick you up from the hotel in Yaounde and from here you will enjoy a quick city tour of Yaoundé. From the city we will depart for Mefou Park where you will visit the gorillas and chimps sanctuary. Later this afternoon, we will transfer to train. Ovenight in train, compartment of 4 beds. 

Day 3: Ngaoundere – Poli( 211 km) 

This morning enjoy a short visit of Ngaoundere city before departing to Poli. On the way we will stop to visit the first Bororo tribes camp. Overnight at Auberge. 

Day 4: Poli- Bororo camp- Wangai 

Depart from the hotel in Poli this morning to the second Bororo camp. From here, continue to Wangai. Visit the Lamido of Wangai and ovenight in the municipal motel. 

Day 5: Wangai – Librou Koma village

Hike to Librou, a Koma village with highest density of Koma people. Activites with the Komas, and Overnight in tents 

Day 6: Librou – Nagamalou Koma village – Keolo Koma village

Experience the Koma lifestyle by fulling immersing yourself in the culture and ways of life. Overnight in tents 

Day 7 : Koelo – Wangai – Ngaoundere (211 km)

Return to Wangai in the morning and drive to Ngaoundere. Overnight in hotel Transcam (2 stars)  or similar. 

Day 8: Ngaoundere – Ngan Ha (130 km)- Ngaoundaba ranch (160 km) 

Drive to the head quater of Boum tribe, visit the Chief palace and activities with the locals. Return to  Ngaoundere and continue to Ngaoundaba to visit the site. Overnight at Ngaoundaba camp. 

Day 9: Ranch Ngaoundaba – Bertoua – Abong Mbang (550 km)

Long driving day, with visit of several attractions on the way. Overnight at hotel Bagofit Sun City(3 stars) or similar. 

Day 10 : Abong Mbang – Baka Pygmy village of Missouma(35 km)

Overnight hotel Bagofit Sun City (3 stars) Full day activities with pygmy people in village Missouma. Return to Bagofit in the evening for overnight.

Day 11: Abong Mbang – Yaounde(200 km)

Drive to Yaoundé, and shopping in handicraft center before transfer to airport for return flight. 

End of tour.

Included:

• Accommodation as listed based on double rooms
• Accommodation in tents
• Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, cooking stuff, cutlery) 
• Full board meals (3 times a day) along the route, Kribi only breakfast 
• Mineral water along the route 
• Train tickets Yaounde-Ngaoundere (sleeping compartment for 4 people) 
• Transport and transfers as listed within the program
• Porters and cook services 
• All permits for visiting protected areas 
• All activities, visits and entrance fees along the route 
• Photo- and video shooting allowance 
• Experienced English-speaking local guide along the whole route

Excluded:

• Visas
• Flights
• Tips
• Travel/medical/cancellation insurance
• Personal items such as first aid, insect repellant, sunscreen, etc
• Any COVID19 related expenses (ie PCR tests, quarentine (if/where required), etc)