Savannah Botanic Gardens (SABOG) (Mezam Division, NW Region)

Description:  The gardens are situated in the town of Bafut and were created by Professor Ngwa Che Ntehnda.  The gardens contain many interesting features other than plants, such as the ‘Gardens of Gethsemane’ meditation area and a fruit orchard.  There is also a restaurant and bar (housed in a traditional boukarous) and a child’s activity area.  It is possible to book a room at the gardens if you want to stay overnight in Bafut. Accessibility & Transport:  To reach SABOG from Belo, you take a 1hr taxi to Bamenda followed by a second taxi to Bafut. Cost: Guide: 1000 CFA, per person Camera: 1000 CFA, per camera Transport:  Approximately 4000 CFA per person, return. Time Needed: Traveling from Belo you should allow a whole day, though you may want to incorporate a visit to SABOG with one to the fon’s palace at Bafut (see below).