Prior to colonisation the south and east of the country were inhabited by Bantu people who were organised along patrilinear or matrilinear lines. The official languages are French and English, but English is rarely heard - only in larger towns and in the far west of the country. Wooded grassland and riverine habitats. Access by road from Bamenda. No accommodation available.
Animals living in the reserve include antelope, buffalo, waterbuck and a variety of birds.
Access by road from Douala. No accommodation in the park. Parc National de Bouba Ndjida Dense scrub and wooded grassland. Access by road from Tchollire. Basic accommodation available.