Traveling Tips

    Recommendations :
For the Cameroon exit, you will also need a PCR test. We have organized in Douala, so that it is
available for your departure from Cameroun.
Equipment Forest
At least three complete dark green hunting outfits (long trousers, long sleeved shirts) and a
light raincoat are recommended Leather gloves, gators and glasses to protect you from
vegetation and insects , Two pairs of hunting (for warm weather) boots and one pair of lights
shoes for the camp. Insect repellent (skin so soft).
Expenses to be paid in cash
Cash: You can travel with a maximum of $ 10,000 in cash. ( limite legal).
‐‐ Tips : For tips to camp staff you will need about $ 1,000‐1,200. For the tip to the Ph,
normally 2,000 dollars, according to the results.
I recommend you change 1000 dollars in the local currency, at the hotel in Douala, for tips to
the camp staff. For the Ph in dollars.
‐‐ Trophies fees : If you can bring 5,000 dollars in cash (within the maximum limit) to deliver
to the camp on account of the trophees fees, you will be welcome. Pepe is in the forest and
always has cash problems. Of course, this is not mandatory, you can Also pay the fees and
extras upon your return at the end of the safari by bank transfer.
‐‐Covid Test PCR , departure aprox . 100 $
‐‐Personal expenses.
‐‐ Hotel expenses, you can pay by credit card

Please feel free to download the pdf from the link below for the Travel Procedures.

Packing list:

• 4 Garden Shears with a  belt holster
• 3 Caps or Headbands
• 5 Sets of Long Sleeved Shirts (green)
• 5 sets of pant (rip stop/cotton material recommended)
• a pair/two of light gloves
• 3 pairs of canvas shoes (lace up high top)
• 2 pairs of gaiters (canvas)
• 1 pair of flip flops for camp use
• 2 pairs of shorts for camp
• 3 t-shirts for camp
• Personal medical kit, anti malaria tablets, insect repellent
• Head net
• Headlamp/flashligtht
• Ziploc freezer bags for cameras 
• Camera
• Binoculars

SAVANNAH HUNTING

Savannah hunting in Northern Cameroon is very popular especially for Lord Derby Eland hunts. The most popular time recommended for this species is December to April . The total hunting area comprises about 363,026 acres (146, 912ha). Kourouk is located between tow National Parks, La Benoue and Bouba Ndjida. Mana area is adjacent to the Faro National Park with the Faro River forming the eastern and southern boundary over a length of 44 miles (70km). The river is at certain places 330yd (300m) wide. Riverine forest is found along the Faro River. The main habitat consists of bush and tree savannah interspersed with grassy plains. The area is flat, with undulating / rolling hills, with two isolated mountains with a height of about 900ft (300m). There are 190 miles (300km) of roads. An important tributary of the Faro River, the Konoué, has many waterholes during the dry season.

Especially abundant in the area, are the larger antelopes such as Lord Derby Eland, Western Roan and Sing-Sing Waterbuck. Among the smaller antelopes the western bushbuck, cob, reedbucks and hartebeest are well represented. Lions are present the whole year, the territory having enough resources for a permanent population. Herds of elephants pass and stay frequently in the zone. The river contains a large population of hippos and western buffalos thrive at several parts of the area.

Sport fishing can be done in the Faro. The following species are abundant: catfish, tiger fish and Nile perch, the latter being a real delicacy.

CAMP and CAMP FACILITIES

Base camp Kourouk, has a great location on a river side.  We offer comfortable rooms/bungalows in traditional African style.

TRANSPORT: After your International flight to Douala, you will spend the night at the hotel. You will take a domestic flight to Ngaoundere from where you will transfer to Kourouk camp by road. Flights are scheduled for: Monday and Friday. The last leg of your transfer consist of a 4 hour drive on partly paved road from Ngaoundere to camp in a air conditioned vehicle.

HUNTING SEASON: December – April

TYPE OF TERRITORY: Typical Savannah with rolling valleys

CLIMATE & CLOTHING:

Kourouk is located in the savanna; the weather is warm and dry during the day but cool nights from December to Mid March.  The heat increases progressively till the first rain at the end of April.

Packing list:

• 2 caps
• 3 sets of T-shirt (green)
• 3 sets of pants or shorts
• 1 warm jacket
• 1 pair of gloves 
• 2 pair of shoes (lace up high top)
• 3 T-shirts for the camp
• 1 pair of glasses
• Head net
• Headlamp/flashlight
• Personal medical kit, anti malaria tablets, insect repellent
• Sunblock
• Camera
• Binoculars

INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

* The organising of your safari with 4×4 vehicles, professional hunters, trackers, porters & skinners.

* Full board and accommodation and drinks at the hunting camp.

* Field preparation of trophies.

NOT INCLUDED:

* Hunting License $2000

* Observer fees $450/person/day

* Any airfare or travel costs to Douala.

* Transport by road with first-rate vehicles – Ngaoundere to Camp: $2800/ 4 hour drive (Savannah)

* Road Transfer – $4200 / Air Charter – $6200 approx (Rainforest)

* Hotel accommodation and meals out of camp

* Airport tax and assistance $350

* Visa expenses

* Dipping and Packing for exportations: $2000 per hunter – excluding shipping cost

* Trophy fees.

* Community development tax (15% on the amount of trophy fees).

* Gratuities *(change into local currency Douala upon arrival)

* Firearm rental: $650/rifle ; $25/bullet

* Trophy fees double on wounded animals and females

*Satellite wifi vouchers – available in camp

*Rifle License $500

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

* CAMEROON ENTRY REQUIREMENTS AND SAFARI LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

– Valid Passport

– Visa issued by the Cameroon High Consulate Click here to download the Visa Application form

– Firearm Import Permit obtained from the Cameroon High Consulate

-Medical Certificate stating that you have good health and you have no problem to hunt

-International Yellow Fever Card that certifies that you had a Yellow Fever vaccination

HUNTING LICENSE CONDITIONS:

A Big Game Hunting License in Cameroon allows you to shoot up to two animals in Group A and four in Group B or C. It is not possible to repeat the same species on one licenses