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Limbe

Place in South-West, Cameroon

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Overview

Limbe is in the South West Region of Cameroon. It is a cosmopolitan city with a blend of various cultures which originated due to the hospitality of the people and western influence. This is one of the first cities in Cameroon to get in contact with the whites. The sanitation in Limbe is the best in Cameroon, so it has been nicknamed "clean city".

Where to eat, drink and stay

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Fini HotelDoubles from 20,000 FCFA in town, and from 34,000 FCFA at the seaside
One branch in town, one at the seaside. Bar, restaurant, pool, business centre.
Price
Doubles from 20,000 FCFA in town, and from 34,000 FCFA at the seaside
Phone
+237 233 332 697, +237 670 067 005
Website
finihotel.com

Getting there and around

Getting there

You can get into Limbe by land or sea. By land, transport buses or private cars can be used to get into the city. By sea boats can be used to get into the town from Idenau or from the Bota Walf.

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Getting around

By bus
Council buses circulate around town which help to transport people especially students at a cheaper rate.
By car
Taxis and hired cars are available. Motorbikes also circulate within the city. If you choose to go by bike, make sure the rider is wearing an apron with a serial number on the back of the apron.

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Douala International Airport

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Articles and travel topics about Limbe and Cameroon.

Itineraries

Mount Cameroon

Mount Cameroon (also known as Fako) is an active volcano and at an elevation of 4,040 metres (13,250 ft) is the highest peak in Cameroon. It is a popular climb that does not require any special equipment.

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Nature & adventure

African wildlife

African flora and fauna is a highlight of trips to Africa, especially on visits to the continent's national parks. Going on a safari is a common way to see it.

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Nature & adventure

Volcanoes

Volcanoes come in many shapes and sizes, and their eruptions vary hugely in both frequency and intensity. Many volcanoes are tourist attractions and are worth a visit provided you take due care, in particular keeping a…

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Solar eclipses

A solar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon in which the sun is obscured by the moon. In a total solar eclipse, the moon precisely covers the sun's bright orb, leaving the normally invisible solar corona glowing all…

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UnderstandLimbe is a tourist city and a place where you can relax and get to know the history of this town in the behaviors and ways of the people.

Get inYou can get into Limbe by land or sea. By land, transport buses or private cars can be used to get into the city. By sea boats can be used to get into the town from Idenau or from the Bota Walf.

Get aroundThe city is small, so many places can be reached on foot.

TalkThe main languages are English and French.The use of local Pidgin English is common.

See and do

EatThe local dishes are mostly made of fish, due to the abundance of fish from the sea.

DrinkA variety of drinks are available, including the traditional palm wine and locally made cornbeer and foulerie, bottled drinks such as malta, pamplemousse (grapefruit), soda drinks like d’jino and beers such as Guinness,…

BuyShoppers have ample opportunities to buy souvenirs in Limbe.

SleepYou can have a good night's rest in affordable hotels or guest houses.

Stay safeLimbe city is a safe city, with few incidents of harassment or theft. However, if you are the victim of any crime, do report it to the police, who will endeavour to solve the crime.

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Guide text adapted from the Wikivoyage article "Limbe" by its contributors, available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Read on Wikivoyage · Contributors · CC BY-SA 4.0
Summary from the Wikipedia article "Limbé, Cameroon", available under CC BY-SA 4.0. Wikipedia
Photo: Taken by uploader, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

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