Kribi
Go for white-sand beaches, seafood restaurants and a rare spot where a river runs straight into the Atlantic.
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Kribi is a coastal town in Cameroon's South region, on the Gulf of Guinea, where the Lobé River meets the Atlantic Ocean. It is the chief town of Océan Department. Visitors come for long white-sand beaches and seafood restaurants, and the town has long drawn residents of Yaoundé and Douala as a seaside resort. It lies roughly 150 km by road south of Douala, the country's largest city and busiest seaport, which has the international airport.
The Lobé Waterfalls sit about 7 km from town, where a river falls directly into the sea. Inland, the road through the Littoral Evergreen Forest leads toward Bipindi and Lolodorf. Kribi fits a relaxed beach stay or a few days of seafood and sea views. The climate has a short, fairly dry season and a long, very wet one. December is the driest month, with about 59 mm of rain, and September the wettest, with about 483 mm. Humidity stays high all year, so pack for heat and moisture.
Kribi in five
- Ask locally before you swim at the main beachA January 2024 study found parasitic worm eggs and larvae in waters along Kribi's famous beach, likely from human waste. Ask locally which stretches are considered clean before you swim.
- Hire a badged local guide at the fallsMany sites are run informally by young local guides. Since 2013 the tourism ministry has issued badges to identify official tourist guides, so ask to see one before you pay.
- Fly into Douala and drive southDouala has the international airport, and Kribi is roughly 150 km south by road. The route is National Road 7 from Edéa, so plan your transfer before you land.Getting around
- Time the trip for the drier monthsDecember is the driest month, with about 59 mm of rain, while September is the wettest at about 483 mm, with rain on 27 of its 30 days. Humidity stays high all year, so pack for heat and moisture.
- Go to Bagyeli camps through FONDAFThe Bagyeli hunter-gatherers live in the Kribi region. The NGO FONDAF in Bipindi organises visits to their camps and keeps them responsible and non-invasive.
Things to do in Kribi
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Need to know
- Currency
- Central African CFA franc (XAF)
- Entry
- Most visitors need a visa; check the eVisa or your embassy before you book
- Emergency
- Ask your lodging for the nearest hospital and emergency contacts
- Tipping
- Check locally before you leave a tip
- Time
- UTC+1, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryShort dry season
- FebruaryHottest month
- MarchWet season
- AprilWet season
- MayWet season
- JuneWet season
- JulyWet season
- AugustCoolest month
- SeptemberWettest month
- OctoberWet season
- NovemberWet season
- DecemberDriest month
Right now in Kribi
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 29°
- Humidity
- 88%
- Wind
- 12 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 7%
Kribi
11:37 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today30°23°7%Monday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 7%.
- Tue30°24°99%Tuesday: Rain. High 30°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 99%.
- Wed29°24°89%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 89%.
- Thu29°23°91%Thursday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 91%.
- Fri29°23°91%Friday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 91%.
- Sat29°24°96%Saturday: Rain. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 96%.
- Sun29°24°100%Sunday: Drizzle. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 100%.
Updated 10:11 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 587.8 XAF
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Lobé Waterfallsabout 7 km from townHere the river runs straight into the ocean, a sight seldom seen.
- Doualaabout 150 km by roadThe country's biggest city, with the busiest seaport and the international airport.
- Londjinorth of town on the coastA fishing village on a bay with mangroves and quiet water.
Before you go to Kribi
Rules for Kribi, checked
- Most visitors need a visa for Cameroon; check the eVisa or your embassy before you book, since rules differ by passport.
- Check yellow fever vaccination requirements for Cameroon with your doctor or travel clinic before you go.
- Declare cash above the legal limit when you enter; check the current limit with Cameroon customs before you travel.
- Visit Bagyeli camps only through a responsible organiser, and keep the visit non-invasive as the guide asks.
Plan around Kribi
Regions, entry rules, transport and money for a Cameroon trip
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules and visa steps to check before you book
Read the guideGetting aroundRoad links from Douala and Edéa to the coast
Read the guideMoney and costsTypical prices for beds, food and sights
Read the guideWhere to staySeaside stays and town guesthouses in and around Kribi
Read the guidePhones and eSIMData options for the coast and the forest roads
Read the guideKribi FAQ
Is it safe to swim at Kribi beach?
Ask locally before you swim. A January 2024 study found parasitic worm eggs and larvae in waters along the main beach, likely from human waste.
How do you get to Kribi from Douala?
By road, about 150 km south of Douala, which has the international airport. The route is National Road 7 from Edéa, and a provincial road P8 also reaches the town.
Is Kribi worth visiting for the beaches?
Yes for long white-sand beaches and seafood restaurants. It is a seaside resort popular with residents of Yaoundé and Douala.
When is the best time to visit Kribi?
December is the driest month, with about 59 mm of rain. February is the hottest, with average highs of 32 °C, and September is the wettest.
Can you visit the Lobé Waterfalls?
Yes, they are about 7 km from town, where a river falls straight into the sea. Many sites are run by young local guides, so ask for a badged guide.
Can you visit the Bagyeli camps?
Yes, through FONDAF, the NGO in Bipindi that organises responsible visits. Visits should be non-invasive, so follow the guide's instructions.
How many days do you need in Kribi?
The beach, the port area and the Lobé Waterfalls are all near town. Add the fishing village of Londji, on a bay with mangroves, if you want quieter water.