Transportation in Cameroon

Cameroon's transport scene is split between cheap shared options and pricier private ones. Minibuses and bush taxis are the everyday backbone, crowded, cheap, and leaving when full from central motor parks in every town. For longer hauls, inter-city coaches run on main corridors like Yaoundé, Douala and Bamenda, Bafoussam; they're a moderate step up in comfort and still a fraction of a private car. Domestic flights exist between Douala, Yaoundé, and Garoua. But count them as a splurge and book early because seats disappear fast. First-timers should download the "Allo Transport" or "Yango" apps in Douala and Yaoundé to avoid haggling. Fares are preset and you'll see the driver's plate before pickup. Skip the lone "tour guide" who greets you at the bus park offering a "VIP seat", it's usually a regular minibus at double the price. In rural areas, moto-taxis dominate. Agree the fare before you swing a leg over and insist on a helmet, they rarely carry spares. Landing at Douala or Yaoundé Nsimalen, the official taxi rank is just outside arrivals. Ignore the swarm of freelance drivers inside the terminal. They quote high and won't budge. Stick to the clearly marked airport taxis or tap the ride-hailing apps, the queue moves quickly and the fare is typically a set moderate rate to city hotels.