Bangem
Bangem
Nestled among mountainous coffee plantations, near the town of Melong, Bangem is the jumping-off point for hikes to Mt. Manengouba. This extinct volcano has beautiful twin lakes in its crater that are referred to by the local Bakossi people as Man Lake and Woman Lake. An intriguing set of myths surrounds them, so make sure you hire a guide versed in local lore. Allow a full day for the hike. Don’t even think about attempting the three-hour drive from Melong to Bangem without a sturdy four-wheel-drive vehicle. 60 mi/90 km north of Douala.
