Money and Costs

Central African franc (CAF)

Budget: less than CFA14,000

• Basic hotel double room: CFA6000–8000
• Street snack: CFA800
• Coffee: CFA500
• Local bus ride: CFA2000

Midrange: CFA35,000–50,000

• En-suite double hotel room: CFA25,000–33,000
• Two-course dinner in a local restaurant: CFA6000–8000
• Better coffee: CFA1000
• Short taxi ride: CFA3000

Top End: more than CFA70,000

• Hotel room: CFA50,000
• Two-course dinner at hotel buffet: CFA15,000
• Ornate carved stool: CFA25,000-50,000
• Day of 4WD rental with driver: CFA75,000

Bargaining for purchases at Cameroonian markets is expected, and is part of the good-natured interaction with vendors. Always ask the price before taking a taxi or engaging a driver for longer journeys, and check with a local whether it's a reasonable amount. You may be able to negotiate a deal when booking a hotel room.

CPAC bank South of Foumban's market, it may change euros if you're lucky, but it's best to change money in Bafoussam.