Experience the beautiful scenery of the highlands of Northwest Cameroon. Make up an itinerary from the walks and cultural activities listed below and take advantage of BERUDA's local knowledge of the scenery, history, wildlife and people. BERUDA's walking tours help you experience the beautiful scenery of the Cameroonian highlands and introduce you to the cultural sites and features of the local area while out and about. All walking tours can be organised for any fitness level. To help you decide how many days to spend in the Belo highlands and surrounds choose from the following: Stay in a guest house at your original departure point in Belo whilst exploring the hill country and surrounding farms and forests during the day(s) OR Spend some time in the rural villages of Cameroon, staying with a family in or near Belo town. Be a homestay guest and add local flavour and culture to your experience.

Some of the treks and cultural tours on offer through BERUDA:

• Ndong Aweh Hill
• Mbingo Clifftop
• Anyajua Waterfall
• Abuh Forest
• Sacred Lake Oku
Chief's Palace Tour
Belo History Walk
Others

This is a lovely trek to the highest peak in Belo; Ndong Aweh hill. The double humped peak dominates the skyline to the North and is a nice 2 hour trek to the summit. On the summit is a beautiful monument representing Calvary Hill and the crucifixion. On a clear day the views from the peak give a stunning 360 degree view of the region. Bring a packed brunch and enjoy the fresh air and landscape as you dine at the top. On the way back down you will stop at a craft workshop and see the carver hand-crafting beautiful local craft.

*Single supplement 700CFA/ prices subject to change
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Things to bring:

• Good hiking boots
• Umbrella/walking stick
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Packed brunch
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion
• Mosquito repellant

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Things to bring:

• Good hiking boots
• Umbrella/walking stick
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Snacks
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion/ insect repellent 

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*Single supplement 1000CFA/ prices subject to change
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Things to bring:

• Good hiking boots
• Umbrella/walking stick
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion
• Mosquito repellant

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Abuh Forest Trek

Abuh forest is one of the 11 community forests in Boyo region and the only one developed for eco-tourism. Having been developed by the community forest organisation in conjunction with Berudep, it is now possible to enter the forest with a guide. The forest trek will open your eyes to the diversity and splendor of the North West highland forests. Along the trek you will experience the natural beauty of the hillside farms, ancient forest, plateau grasslands, swamp and a hidden sacred cave with a waterfall flowing over the entrance.

Abuh forest is also home to the famously endemic Bannerman’s Turaco, a magnificent red crested bird found nowhere else in the world.

*Single supplement 1000CFA/ prices subject to change
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Things to bring:

• Good hiking boots 
• Umbrella/walking stick
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Packed lunch
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion
• Mosquito repellant

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 Sacred Lake Oku

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 descended into the lake after being given permission to live there by the Fon of the Oku people. Sacrifices are still made one day a year to the ‘God’ of the lake.

*Single supplement 1000CFA/ prices subject to change
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Things to bring:

• Good hiking boots
• Umbrella/walking stick
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion
• Mosquito repellant

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Chiefs Palace Tour

Have an audience with the Fon - Chief of the Kom tribe - at Liakom Palace.

Trek up to the hill-top palace set in the clouds overlooking the Land of Kom. Meet his many wives and children and learn about the culture from the tribal elders. To be granted an audience you need to bring a gift and an offering* but once inside you can remain in the kings court and watch the traditional court cases, tribal matters, or disputes which are being settled that day. The Fon will expect you to stay for some lunch and have a drink with him - the variety of which depends on what gifts the Fon has received that day.

Some areas of the palace are off limits however as a tourist it is possible to pay a little extra to see some of the secret chambers.

Please remember this is a traditional ‘Palace’ of a tribe chief. Do not expect a palace by western standards. It is however one of the most preserved palaces in the country and has not seen the effects of modernization like many of the others.

*an offering is an amount of money in an envelope. A typical gift is a bottle of whiskey.
**lunch is traditional food – whatever has been prepared by the palace wives that day.
prices subject to change
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Belo History Walk

This is the first public walk in Cameroon. It was built by BERUDEP in 2006 and the route is complete with descriptive signs about the historical and cultural significance of the various areas, buildings and natural resources. Helping to educate visitors about items of local significance, this walk also provides a fun route around Belo where you can experience the hospitality and friendliness of the local Kom people. Your home away from home.

*Single supplement 700CFA/ prices subject to change
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Things to bring:

• Good walking shoes
• Waterproof jacket
• Camera
• Drinking Water
• Sun tan lotion
• Mosquito repellant

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Other options:

• Several days of trekking through the BAMENDA HIGHLANDS
• BAFUT (the Palace of the Fon, the museum and eat achà, typical food)
• FOUMBAN and BAFOUSSAM
• MOUNT CAMEROON (Buea)
• LIMBE, KRIBI (Ebodjé and visit the pygmees), etc

• Several days of trekking through the BAMENDA HIGHLANDS
• BAFUT (the Palace of the Fon, the museum and eat achà, typical food)
• FOUMBAN and BAFOUSSAM
• MOUNT CAMEROON (Buea)
• LIMBE, KRIBI (Ebodjé and visit the pygmees), etc

• Several days of trekking through the BAMENDA HIGHLANDS
• BAFUT (the Palace of the Fon, the museum and eat achà, typical food)
• FOUMBAN and BAFOUSSAM
• MOUNT CAMEROON (Buea)
• LIMBE, KRIBI (Ebodjé and visit the pygmees), etc

• Several days of trekking through the BAMENDA HIGHLANDS
• BAFUT (the Palace of the Fon, the museum and eat achà, typical food)
• FOUMBAN and BAFOUSSAM
• MOUNT CAMEROON (Buea)
• LIMBE, KRIBI (Ebodjé and visit the pygmees), etc

BERUDA can organize trips to other parts of Cameroon like the ones mentioned above. We have special tariffs with hotels and work with local tour operators for which we can arrange tailor-made packages on demand. Our staff are also able to accompany you. Provide us your wishes, available days and preferences for home stays, hotels etc and we will prepare a route + budget for you.

Local transport is chosen if not specified otherwise as this fits with our responsible tourism program, however if you would like to rent a car with driver or a min-bus it can be arranged.

Pricing will vary for each specific case however we will indicate transport costs and accommodation. Be aware that entrance fees for museum etc have to be paid separately. Fees for guides are shown below. Accommodation fees for the guide (if applicable) will be paid by the clients.

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