CAMEROON NGOUN FESTIVAL
Cameroon Nguon Festival, which takes place from December offers possibilities for visitors, especially researchers in cultural issues, to have not only a total insight about the rich cultural heritage of the Cameroon Grass field, the Nguon festival is festival organized one every two years in Foumban by the Bamoun people. This festival brings together all Bamoun people to think about the development of the kingdom. It is a very colorful festival. The future Nguon festivals shall take place in the months of December.
Day 01: Douala
Arrive at the Douala International airport reception by the Global Bush representative and transfer to the hotel, brief description of the Nguon festival and Cameroon, by the tour guide dinner and overnight in hotel Foyer De Marine.
Day02: Douala – Bafoussam
After breakfast drive to Bafoussam Brief stops on the way to see interesting features such as the Ekom-Nkam Waterfall, found some 200 km from Douala. It is a picturesque site and famous for having acted as the ground for the acting of the thrilling Tarzan film by some famous film actors. A ritual sacrifice is performed by the local Chief meant to give blessings to the visitors. Another brief stop is at a bustling roadside market to have a taste of the local food such as roasted plantains, coco yams and fish, which go along with a cold bottle of local beer. Overnight at Bafoussam
Day 03: Bafoussam – Foumban (Ngoun Festival Venue)
After breakfast, drive to Foumban Participate at the very important opening ceremony of the Nguon festival, which occurs once every two years, characterized by the rare appearance in the public of the highly respected Sultan, accompanied by other traditional rulers from other parts of Cameroon. A lot of gun firing, traditional music and dancing take place, may have the opportunity to visit the rich museum. Overnight in Foumban and experience the thrilling night life, due to the presence of many people who have come from many parts of the country and from other parts of the world to attend the festival. This is one of the most important cultural festivals in Cameroon and the Central African sub-region.
Day 04: Ngoun Festival Venue
After breakfast pick up and drive to interesting parts of the locality before returning to the palace esplanade for the activities of the cultural festival. They include the small mystical house, believed to be about 300 years old and contain all magical warfare tools used in protecting the community in times of war. And craft centers. Overnight in Foumban
Day 05: Foumban – Douala
After breakfasts attend the colorful closing ceremony of the festival we return to Douala or Yaoundé for departure.
Note: Itinerary can be amended to suit your tours objectives.
INCLUDES:
- Airport transfers
- Meals as listed;
- Lodging on twin basis;
- Land transport (Car, Fuel, driver);
- Services of an English speaking guide;
- Toll gates, Entry to listed sites;
- Visits and activities planned.
EXCLUDED:
- Passports, visas, vaccines, Travel insurance;
- Flights, Airport taxes;
- Drinks, personal expenditure, optional visits;
- Camera taxes on visited sites;
- Additional singles, Extras, Tips.