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LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Step into one of the most emotional and historically significant journeys in West Africa on this immersive Badagry heritage experience from Lagos.
Travel with a knowledgeable local guide through the ancient slave routes of Badagry — one of the major departure points of the transatlantic slave trade in Nigeria. Walk through preserved slave cells, hear powerful untold stories of resistance and survival, visit historical landmarks, and experience the symbolic “Point of No Return,” where millions of Africans took their final steps before being shipped across the Atlantic.
This experience goes beyond sightseeing. It is a deeply educational and cultural journey designed for travelers seeking authentic African history, heritage, and connection.
What's included
Professional local guide
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Lagos
Have a taste of local dish
Dinner
Alcoholic Beverages
Soda/Pop
Breakfast
What to expect
1h · Admission ticket included
Your first stop is the historic First Storey Building, built in 1845 by Christian missionaries. Learn about early missionary activities, colonial influence, and the spread of Western education in Nigeria.
1h · Admission ticket included
Continue to the Mobee Royal Family Museum, where original artifacts, chains, photographs, and records from the slave trade era are preserved. Hear powerful stories about the realities of slavery, local history, and the complex role Badagry played during that period.
2h · Admission ticket included
Visit the preserved 40 man slave cells where captives were held before being transported across the Atlantic. Your guide shares historical insights into the conditions endured by enslaved Africans.
1h · Admission ticket included
See the legendary Attenuation Well, where enslaved people were forced to drink water believed to erase their memories and identity before departure.
Gberefu Island (Point of No Return)
2h · Admission ticket included
Canoe Ride to the Point of No Return
Board a traditional canoe and cross the lagoon toward the iconic Point of No Return.
Walk the final path taken by enslaved Africans centuries ago while learning about the emotional and historical significance of this location.
Take in the peaceful ocean views and reflective atmosphere while hearing stories of resilience, survival, and cultural legacy.
1h
Local Culture & Food
taste local cuisine and interact with the local community.
After the tour, relax on the drive back to Lagos with drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
The traveler will identify me wearing a branded shirt with the name 'Travellersguide NG' printed on it.
IMPORTANT INFO:
TRAVELERS SHOULD KNOW THERE ARE SOME PICKUP LOCATIONS THAT WILL ATTRACT FEES.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
