Nkongsamba
CameroonCM
City in Littoral, Cameroon
Nkongsamba is a city in western Cameroon. It is in the Moungo department, which is in the Littoral. As of the 2005 Census, the city had a population of 104,050. It is a centre for the farming of palm oil, bananas and coffee, and is between two mountains, the Manengouba Massif and Mount Nlonako. The central point is the "Ville"; other areas are measured in "Kilo", for kilometer. Mbo (Manenguba) is one of the languages used locally: in the surrounding district, Kaa and Baneka are used.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 131,000
- Coordinates
- 4.955, 9.940
- Timezone
- Africa/Douala
- Elevation
- 792 m
Overview of Nkongsamba
Travellers heading to Cameroon will find Nkongsamba, a medium-sized town. About 131,000 people are based here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around culture, nature and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls. Elevation is roughly 792 metres.
Things to do in Nkongsamba
Culture in Nkongsamba
(12)Our data lists Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles as culture options here. The full list runs to 12 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Nkongsamba.
Nature in Nkongsamba
(12)Nature lovers get Countryside, Desert, Gardens, Islands and Lakes. All of it is drawn from Nkongsamba's recorded activities. That is 12 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Adventure in Nkongsamba
(4)Adventure in Nkongsamba covers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks and Climbing. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nkongsamba.
Nightlife in Nkongsamba
(3)Looking for nightlife? Nkongsamba has Clubs, Disco and Events. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nkongsamba.
Sports in Nkongsamba
(3)Nkongsamba's sports entries include Running, Skateboard and Snow Tubing. All of it is drawn from Nkongsamba's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Family in Nkongsamba
(1)Our data lists Water Parks as family options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Nkongsamba.
Water Sports in Nkongsamba
(1)Looking for water sports? Nkongsamba has Rafting. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Nkongsamba.
Best time to visit Nkongsamba
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Reach Nkongsamba by regional transport from the nearest hub in Cameroon; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Africa/Douala.
Similar destinations
Places near Nkongsamba that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nkongsamba known for?
- Nkongsamba, in Cameroon, is best known for culture, nature and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 131,000 residents.
- What can you do in Nkongsamba?
- Recorded activities in Nkongsamba include Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Nkongsamba?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Nkongsamba located?
- Nkongsamba is located in Cameroon. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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