Cruises - Cameroon | Statista Market Forecast

Cameroon is expected to witness significant growth in the Cruises market, with revenue projected to reach US$5.55m by 2024.
Furthermore, the market is expected to grow at an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 4.70%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$6.98m by 2029.
The number of users in the Cruises market is predicted to amount to 15.19k users by 2029, with user penetration expected to increase from 0.03% in 2024 to 0.05% by 2029.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) is estimated to be US$553.70.
Additionally, 19% of the total revenue in the Cruises market is expected to be generated through online sales by 2029.
It is interesting to note that United States is expected to generate the most revenue in the global comparison, with a projected revenue of US$25bn in 2024.
Despite being a coastal country, Cameroon's underdeveloped tourism infrastructure has hindered the growth of the cruise market in the region.

Definition:

A cruise is a multi-day vacation trip on a cruise ship which crosses the sea or large inland waters while calling at different tourist destinations along a certain route. With this kind of ship journey, it is not the aspect of transport that is in the spotlight but the stay aboard the ship as well as visiting the tourist destinations. The Cruises market encompasses exclusively passenger ticket revenues. Onboard and other revenues are not included.

Additional Information:

The main performance indicators of the Cruises market are revenues, average revenue per user (ARPU), users and user penetration rates. Additionally, online and offline sales channel shares display the distribution of online and offline bookings. The ARPU refers to the average revenue one user generates per year while the revenue represents the total booking volume. Revenues are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include exclusively B2C revenues. Users represent the aggregated number of guests. Each user is only counted once per year.

The booking volume includes all booked travels made by users from the selected region, independent of the departure and arrival. The scope includes domestic and outbound travel.

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Multi-day cruises
Ocean cruises and river cruises

Trips by ferry (including trips with overnight stay)
Trips by ferry mainly for transport purposes

The Cruises market in Cameroon is showing promising signs of growth and development.

Customer preferences: Cameroonian customers are increasingly showing interest in cruise vacations as a unique and luxurious travel experience. The allure of exploring exotic destinations, enjoying all-inclusive amenities, and experiencing world-class entertainment on board appeals to the growing middle-class population in Cameroon.

Trends in the market: Cruise companies are capitalizing on the rising demand for cruise travel in Cameroon by introducing tailored itineraries that cater to local preferences. From cultural immersion experiences to adventure-filled excursions, cruise lines are customizing their offerings to attract Cameroonian travelers. Additionally, partnerships with local travel agencies and tour operators are making cruise packages more accessible to a wider range of customers in the country.

Local special circumstances: Cameroon's strategic location along the Gulf of Guinea positions it as a potential hub for cruise ship arrivals and departures in West Africa. The country's stunning coastline, diverse cultural heritage, and vibrant local markets offer unique attractions for cruise passengers. Furthermore, the government's efforts to improve infrastructure and promote tourism are creating a favorable environment for the growth of the cruise industry in Cameroon.

Underlying macroeconomic factors: The stable economic growth and increasing disposable income levels in Cameroon are driving the demand for leisure travel, including cruises. As more Cameroonians seek memorable and hassle-free vacation experiences, the cruise market is poised to expand further in the coming years. Additionally, favorable exchange rates and competitive pricing strategies by cruise operators are making cruise vacations an attractive option for middle-class consumers in Cameroon.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on bookings, revenues, and sales channels of cruises.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on a specific rationale for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use financial reports, the Global Consumer Survey, third-party studies and reports, data from industry associations (e.g., UNWTO), and price data of major players in respective markets. To estimate the number of users and bookings, we furthermore use data from the Statista Consumer Insigths Global survey. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as country-related GDP, demographic data (e.g., population), tourism spending, consumer spending, internet penetration, and device penetration. This data helps us estimate the market size for each country individually.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, ARIMA, which allows time series forecasts, accounting for stationarity of data and enabling short-term estimates. Additionally, simple linear regression, Holt-Winters forecast, and exponential trend smoothing methods are applied. A k-means cluster analysis allows for the estimation of similar countries. The main drivers are tourism GDP per capita and respective price indices.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change.

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