Douala travel guide
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You're Going to Love Douala
With 1.34 million inhabitants, Douala is the most populous city in Cameroon. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Douala has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Douala
When to visit Douala
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Douala in January, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 73.4 °F, with an average temperature of 77 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 24.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Douala, with an average rainfall of 2″.
How to Get to Douala
Plane
When flying to Douala, you’ll arrive at Douala (DLA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Douala from the United States departs from New York and takes around 18h 15m.
Airports near Douala
Airlines serving Douala
Where to stay in Douala
Average rates range from around $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $118 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Douala
Most booked hotels in Douala
Renting a car in Douala
Renting a car in Douala costs $124 per day, on average, or $741 if you want to rent if for 6 days.
Expect to pay $5.26 per gallon in Douala (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $63.14 and $84.19. The most frequently booked car type in Douala is Full-size (Toyota Fortuner or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Suzuki Swift Dzire or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.