From $4,100 per person (subject to change and excludes 5.5% taxes/fees and visa costs).
Experience the vibrant pulse of Nigeria, from the sprawling megacity of Lagos to the sacred groves of Osogbo. This curated 7-day journey balances modern African energy with ancient Yoruba traditions and sobering historical landmarks.
Day 1: Arrival in the "Center of Excellence"
Welcome to Lagos! Upon arrival at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, your private guide will greet you and provide a seamless transfer to your hotel. Settle into the Hotel Capitol and take the evening to shake off the jet lag and prepare for an immersive week ahead.
- Overnight: Hotel Capitol, Lagos
Day 2: The Rhythm of Lagos & Colonial Echoes
Dive into the heart of Afrobeat culture. We visit the Kalakuta Republic Museum (the former home of Fela Kuti) and the legendary New Afrika Shrine. In the afternoon, we pivot to history at Jaekel House, a beautifully restored colonial mansion that offers a window into Nigeria's railway past.
- Highlight: Experience the legacy of Fela Kuti and the birth of Afrobeat.
- Overnight: Hotel Capitol, Lagos
Day 3: The Heights of Abeokuta
After breakfast, we head to Abeokuta, the city "under the rock." You’ll explore the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, a world-class facility documenting Nigeria's political journey. Later, we climb the historic Olumo Rock for a panoramic view of the city and pay our respects at the Alake’s Palace.
- Highlight: A guided climb of Olumo Rock, a fortress for the Egba people.
- Overnight: Celia’s Hotel, Abeokuta
Day 4: Ile-Ife: The Cradle of Civilization & Osogbo
Today we journey to Ile-Ife, regarded by the Yoruba as the birthplace of humanity. We visit the Ooni’s Palace, the Ife Museum, and the mysterious Oranmiyan Staff. We then continue to Osogbo to witness the mystical Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, a UNESCO World Heritage site filled with ancient shrines and modern art sculptures.
- Highlight: Walking through the spiritual Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove.
- Overnight: Liam Hotel, Osogbo
Day 5: Artistic Lagos & The Canopy Walk
We return to Lagos for a day of art and nature. Explore the National Museum before heading to the Nike Art Gallery, one of the largest private art collections in Africa. We’ll end the afternoon with a thrill at the Lekki Conservation Centre, walking the longest canopy trail in Africa and spotting local wildlife.
- Highlight: Scaling the canopy walkway for a bird's-eye view of the Lagos wetlands.
- Overnight: Hotel Capitol, Lagos
Day 6: Badagry: The Heritage Excursion
A sobering and essential day exploring Nigeria’s role in the transatlantic slave trade. We visit the Seriki Abbas Slave Museum, the Mobee Slave Museum, and take a boat to the "Point of No Return." We also stop at the First Storey Building in Nigeria, a relic of the missionary era.
- Highlight: A reflective journey through the history of Badagry’s heritage sites.
- Overnight: Hotel Capitol, Lagos
Day 7: Final Farewell
Enjoy a final Nigerian breakfast before your private transfer to the airport for your international departure. You leave with a heart full of stories and a true understanding of the Giant of Africa.
