Experience in Douala, Cameroon by Michele Angela

What is it like to live in Douala? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Douala been the economic capital of Cameroon is a very busy town with lots of population,infrastructures and entertainment.It has most of what is needed for daily life and for an expatriate.I will definetely recommend it for anyone:student,worker,young ,old etc

What is the student lifestyle like in Douala?

The student life in Douala is challenging and full of entertainment due to the close proximity of university to the town huppe places(bars,clubs,restaurants etc).

How much does it cost to live in Douala?

It doesnt cost much for someone who knows the area(knowing the price of transportation,cheap entertainment places etc).But someone who has enough money you will better appreciate this town and its hectic lifestyle

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Douala? Is there any advice you can give?

There are accomodation for eveyone depending on your budget.Douala is full of many hotels,appartments,studios each competing for customers.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Food in Douala is mostly that which is from that area (traditional dishes of the tribes in Cameroon).Nevertheless,the presence of other people lead to the opening of many types of restaurants (chinese,french,italian,senegalese,european,korean etc)

What places would you recommend visiting in Douala?

Places like Bonapriso,Bonanjo,Akwa,Bonamoussadi are full of shops(Zara,Wrangler),supermarkets(Monoprix,Kado,SuperU,Mahima) where you can get a variety of stuffs from other countries.

Is it good to eat out in Douala? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Eating out in Douala will be a nice experience and I recommend places like:Glace moderne,Canne à sucre just to name a few .

Is the nightlife good in Douala? Where is good to go?

Nightlife in Douala is epic especially during holidays or feisty days.It is very busy and all entertainment places are booming .

What advice would you give future students heading to Douala?

To enjoy,learn more about the area,make friends with people there and also be careful so as to avoid unnecessary encounters.