Modzogo / Gokoro Cameroon National Park, Mora Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  From the main entrance of Waza National Park, head southeast on the N1 highway towards the town of Mokolo. Continue for approximately 60 kilometers until you reach Mokolo. In Mokolo, turn onto the road towards Modzogo, which is marked with local signage. Follow this road for about 30 kilometers. You will pass through several small villages; keep an eye out for local directions. After about 30 minutes, you will arrive at Modzogo, and you can navigate to the Gokoro Cameroon National Park entrance using GPS coordinates: Latitude 10.9603, Longitude 13.9068.

• Public Transportation

  From Waza National Park, take a taxi-brousse (shared taxi) to Mokolo. The taxi-brousse station is located near the park entrance. The fare to Mokolo is around 2,000 CFA Francs. Once in Mokolo, look for another taxi-brousse heading to Modzogo. There will be local taxis available that can take you directly to Modzogo for about 1,500 CFA Francs. Make sure to confirm with the driver that they are heading to Modzogo. The total travel time will be approximately 2-3 hours depending on waiting times and road conditions.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous traveler, renting a bicycle in Waza National Park is an option. From the park entrance, cycle southeast towards Mokolo. This route is approximately 60 kilometers. Once you reach Mokolo, continue to follow the signs towards Modzogo. The ride can take around 4-5 hours, depending on your pace and fitness level. Be sure to carry enough water and snacks, as there are limited services along the way.