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The Wedding Hotel
Where our wedding is taking place, booking info and more
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Other Accomodations
Travelling to Cameroon, we share hotel suggestions for your stay
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Fun things to do
We know you’re in town for our big day but if you’re looking for fun
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Handling Cash
Traveling with cash to Cameroon? Here is what you need to know
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Douala Airport Info
The main Airport in Douala if you’re flying in for the wedding
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Transportation
Car rentals and getting around
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Phone Services
Roaming or getting a local sim card
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Safety & Security
Safety precautions while in Cameroon
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Things to Bring
Suggested list of things that will be helpful to you
The Wedding Hotel
Our wedding is taking place at Best Western Plus Soaha Douala Airport and we have a discounted rate for guests who will be staying there.
If you are looking to book your stay at the hotel, Ask for the Okoye wedding on December 27th AND ask for Mr. Boris at the reception. This will ensure you are booked with the group discount for the event.
Other Hotel Accommodations
We are also sharing other good hotels in different districts of Douala, depending on where you choose to stay. Please note these are not chosen with the wedding location in mind.
K Hotel Douala
BONANJO
729 rue Christian Tobie Kuoh, Bonanjo, Douala, Cameroon
+237 233 50 74 00
+237 655 40 27 58
Onomo Hotel Douala
BONANJO
Ave du General de Gaulle, Douala, Cameroon onomo.douala@onomohotel.com 00237695 000 000
Star Land Hotel Bonapriso
BONAPRISO
85 Dominique Savio Primaire street P.O Box 5485
info@starlandhotel.com
+237 233 42 11 00
+237 653 07 49 49
La Falaise Bonapriso
BONAPRISO
Rue njo-njo Bonapriso
BP: 5300 Douala Cameroun reservations@lafalaisebonapriso.com
+(237) 233 43 99 12
+(237) 233 43 99 14
+(237) 656 00 64 44
Royal Palace Hotel
BONABERI
BP: 12714 Bonaberi Douala CAMEROUN
Rue 4.352 (Ancienne route)
hotel_royal_palace@yahoo.fr +237 2 33 39 34 27
+237 2 33 39 34 26
Krystal Palace Hotel
AKWA
Boulevard de la Liberté Akwa, Douala, Littoral, BP 3633, Cameroon reservations@krystalpalacedouala.com
+237 233506800
+237 696303980
+237 693522794
Regina Home
BONAMOUSADI
Bonamoussadi, avant Petit Terrain entre Sorepco et Quifeurou
reginahomeapartments@gmail.com + 237 697 75 57 29
+237 683 88 76 84
Fun Things to do & Places to go in Douala
Below is a list of fun things to do and places to go eat in Cameroon
K Hotel Douala
Paul
Le Grey
Perroquets
Palacio
One Rooftop
Midnyte club
Boj
Keva Restaurant
Switch
Stardust
The Yard
Le Sénat (live music)
K Hotel
Paquebot (Base Navale)
Maison H
La Marquise
Gemi Wing
You'll be supporting local Douala businesses
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You'll be supporting local Douala businesses 〰️
Handling Cash & Traveling with Cash
In Cameroon credit cards are very rarely accepted so please make sure you carry cash on hand and convert your cash once you are in the country to Cameroon XAF currency.
Also you get more bang for your buck if you travel with bigger bills, smaller bills are exchanged for less.
Douala Airport Location & Information
Douala International Airport
Address: 35 Ave des Cocotiers, Douala, Cameroon
Code: DLA
Elevation: 10 m
Hub for: Camair-Co, Cargo Airways International, Air Leasing Cameroon
Coordinates: 04°00′21″N 009°43′10″E / 4.00583°N 9.71944°E
Serves: Douala
Phone: +237 2 33 42 35 77
For those flying into Douala, the Douala International Airport is the closest Airport to the city and hence the venue. Please see detailed information on the airport before for your flight bookings.
Transportation
Car Rentals - For those who’d need car rental services, please contact Gabin Leuyou: 438-779-7668 (It is a Canadian number, so please call or text on whatsapp, iMessage or Facetime Audio).
EASYRIDE - This is a secure transportation service like Uber. You can schedule pick-ups and drop-offs conveniently and safely, after setting up your account. You’d need a Cameroon number and mobile money account to create an account. Go to Easyride.cm
Hiring a cab - Hring a Taxi/Cab as a Course or a Depot.
A Depot is different from a Taxi Course:
Depot is 2,500 FRS per trip. That’s just what it is — a single trip. The driver picks you and your group up and makes one trip to your destination. The taxi doesn’t pick up any other passengers from the road.
A Taxi Course is hiring a taxi by the hour; you pay 5,000 FRS for an hour, and the taxi can make multiple stops — whatever you need it to do within that time. If you step out and go into a store, the taxi will wait outside for you.
Phone Services
Please check if you have an international plan before you travel, as roaming charges are harsh.
Call your respective phone service before your departure and inquire about their international plans.
In case you want to buy a SIM card in Cameroon, MTN and Camtel are recommended. When you land, anyone available can take you there. You’ll be spending about 10,000–20,000 FRS.
If you don’t need a local SIM, you can ask for a portable hotspot and carry it with you. This is best, especially if you have a short trip.
Safety & Security
As you move around in Cameroon, we recommend that you adopt the following safety precautions to really enjoy your trip.
If you can, do not move around with your passport. Leave it in a secure place (at home or with someone you trust). Always have some form of identification with you when you move about. (We recommend passport cards for citizens.)
Do NOT move about with large sums of money. Even if you change a huge amount of USD to XAF (CFA francs), leave it someplace safe. Move around with ONLY what you need for the time of the outing. Do not move about with more than 100k FRS at a time. You can carry your debit cards and use them if and when the need arises.
Do not put your phone in the back pocket of your jeans or shorts. It’ll make it very easy for thieves to grab it and run.
Be careful with your phones. Please, don’t leave them on the table, club chairs, taxi chairs or just holding them loosely. They’ll get stolen—and fast.
Be alert with your purses and wallets. Hold them tightly as you move around.
Always make sure you lock the doors of the hotel, Airbnb, apartment, or home as soon as you get inside. Double-check doors before you go to sleep.
Lastly, and maybe most importantly, always move around with someone who knows their way around and speaks French. This is to avoid being cheated, targeted, or getting lost.
Things To Bring
Essentials & Travel Documents
Passport (with at least 6 months validity)
Visa (if required)
Vaccination card (Yellow Fever required)
Flight tickets and travel itinerary
Travel insurance
Copies of important documents (passport, visa, ID)
Local currency (XAF/CFA francs)
International debit/credit card
Portable folder or pouch for travel documents
Health & Medications
Bug spray / mosquito repellent
Malaria prevention medication (can also be purchased in local pharmacies)
Allergy medication (e.g., Zyrtec, Claritin)
Tummy meds (Pepto Bismol, Imodium, or antacids)
Pain relief (Tylenol, Advil, Ibuprofen)
Eye drops / artificial tears
Hand sanitizer
Rehydration salts (for mild dehydration or stomach issues)
Personal prescriptions
Band-aids / basic first-aid items
Electronics
Charging bank / power bank
Universal power adapter (Cameroon uses Type C & E plugs, 220V)
Phone and charger
Earphones or headphones
Portable fan (especially useful if staying in non-air-conditioned places)
Flashlight or phone with flashlight (occasional power outages)
Clothing
Light, breathable clothes for daytime (December is dry season – warm but not humid)
Elegant outfits for wedding events (traditional attire if applicable)
Comfortable shoes for walking
Sandals/slippers
Light jacket or sweater (evenings may be slightly cooler)
Undergarments and sleepwear
Swimsuit (if staying at a hotel or traveling post-wedding)
Rain poncho or small umbrella (just in case)
Toiletries
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Shower gel / soap
Shampoo & conditioner
Deodorant
Feminine hygiene products
Wet wipes / tissues
Travel towel or face cloth
Optional but Useful
Sunglasses and sunscreen
Travel-size laundry detergent
Gifts or souvenirs for hosts/family
Snacks or protein bars (especially for travel days)
Reusable water bottle (bottled water is recommended for drinking)
Small crossbody bag or money belt for valuables