A kiss from nature

by Ntokozo Dlamini (South Africa)

A leap into the unknown Cameroon

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If there is one thing that the world has come to expect from Africa, it is the random moments of beauty found where nature remains untainted and untouched by civilisation. The forests found in Africa, Cameroon to be precise, are a sight to be seen. Whilst they're still available, that is. "To lose yourself entirely, is to find yourself where you need to be" - an unclaimed quote which describes every explorers heart. Unless you are willing to fully immerse yourself in the experience, you will never fully enjoy it. Which is exactly what you need as you travel. The heart of Africa is filled with the last children of untouched nature, and with each step you feel as if you are treading on the foundations of life itself. With each breath you feel your lungs get repaired and you feel as if you are breathing for the first time. Life starts anew as you walk through the rainforest in Cameroon, if it is your first time you will have no regrets, and the 2nd and 3rd time will be just as amazing. The sounds of the trees breathing, and the animals screeching their existence as if they know they are living their last days of peace, are a once in a lifetime experience. With the right tour guide, you learn to appreciate what we have left of nature, and enjoy the tour in a way that doesn't violate or infringe upon nature. An integral part of humanity is found in nature, as your soul resonates with the smell of earth, the taste of dew and springs, the feeling of fresh soil and shrubs under your shoes, the swaying of the trees and the song of the birds. Each component of nature speaks to the core and it echoes deeply within. You find yourself silent, with no instruction, fully taking in the scenery in a moment that is nothing short of humbling. The forests are enchanting, and you immediately find your place in the universe. In the "wild", you find your home and you feel the unnecessity of human intervention. The rainforest of Cameroon is definitely an unexpected and beautiful surprise, definitely a place to visit for an interesting and unique experience.