Private Tour
The Black Heritage - Badagry Tour
Overview
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Step into the past and trace the footsteps of history on this immersive Badagry Heritage Tour. Discover the untold stories of resilience, culture, and legacy as you explore Badagry Slave Museum, the Point of No Return, and other historical landmarks.
Highlights of Your Experience
- Badagry Slave Museum & Black History Museum – Uncover the harrowing yet inspiring narratives of Africa’s past.
- Gberefu Island (Point of No Return) – Walk the path of history and reflect on the journey of those who came before.
- Local Cultural Immersion – Engage with the vibrant traditions, art, and people of Badagry.
- Expert Guided Tour – Gain deep insights from knowledgeable guides who bring history to life.
Why This Tour is a Must-Experience
- Rich Historical Significance – Perfect for history buffs, cultural explorers, and those tracing ancestral roots.
- Exclusive Private Tour – Enjoy a personalized experience tailored to your group.
- Seamless Pickup & Drop-off – Convenient transfers
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Boat Ride
Motley Goody Bag
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Badagry Slave Museum and Black History Museum
Our guide will welcome you as you arrive the slave museum. You will be given a brief overview of your itinerary and what to expect during your tour. You will be taken on a tour of the slave barracoon detailing some of the relics of the slave era, as well as the resting place of the Williams Seriki Abass - a prominent figure during the slave era. Once you are done with the barracoon, you will proceed to the Heritage museum detailing the lives of the missionaries and the various roles they played at the time. You will also be shown relics and wreckage of some items used at the time. From the heritage museum, you will be taken to see the first storey building in Nigeria built by the missionaries in 1845. This was where the bible was first translated from English to Yoruba by the late Samuel Ajayi Crowther.
Gberefu Island (Point of No Return)
After the tour from the museums, it will be time to proceed to Gberefu Island. As you head to the island, you will be shown the attenuation Wells, where it is believed that the memory of the slaves were wiped out when they drank from the well. After the brief stop at the attenuation Wells, you will proceed to see the historical monument being but to house other relics from the slave era. Spend a good time at the shores of the Atlantic ocean upon which the slaves were being transported on a journey to the unknown destination.
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The Black Heritage - Badagry Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Moving and humbling
Trisha P,
Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a very moving experience if you have slave ancestry or an interest in this period of history. The ride to/from Lagos is long and chaotic, but the multiple stops in Badagry along with the artifacts and history shared were worth it. There were some repeated facts at the various stops so it would benefit from some coordination. Also there were multiple ‘guides’ at each of the stops so plan ahead with small bills for tipping. Also be aware that there is a fairly long walk on a sandy trail as you follow the route the slaves were taken on the way to the ships - a very thought provoking part of the experience but be prepared with the right footwear, sunscreen, etc.
Highly educational - recommended!
olofn2023,
Jan 31, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended. Bright who was my driver and guide together with two local guides did a great job of introducing the history of Badagry. I learnt a lot. The slave trade ended in the 1880s and after visiting its clear how recent this is. The descendants of Seriki Williams Abass who built and managed the slave trade facilities at Badagry are still living right there. More people should visit Nigeria and more people should visit Badagry. From Victoria Island, the drive there takes around three hours, depending on traffic. The road varies wildly from modern highway to patches of just sand. Badagry is close to the border with Benin and we were stopped by immigration police. Bright had told me to bring a copy of my passport and visa which turned out to be vital. I witnessed a group of smugglers being slapped around by the police. Bright handled the situation expertly and we were able to travel onwards after only a brief stop. We added in a stop to have jollof rice on the way back. Highly recommended! If you’re into coffee you better bring your own. Water and snacks can be bought at the museum.
Great Tour!
Tashiana H,
Dec 24, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was great! We learned a lot and our driver (Bright) and guide (Adedemi (sp?)) were both really nice people and did a great job. Very sad history but very important to learn. If you do one thing in Lagos, I think this should be it.
Historical Badagry
lindawJ3229VH,
Sep 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an incredible solo trip this was! My driver Bright was extremely well informed about Nigeria and he gave me all the tips and historical context about the country on our way to Badagry. When we got there, I got to see the heritage museum, the baracoon and then the point of no return. I mean, there was so much history the entire day. I booked this trip last minute and I’m so glad I did it. It was one of the most impactful moments of my entire Nigeria trip. If you have the time and interest, it’s definitely worth it. Bright picked me up at 8:30am in an air conditioned car, with snacks and we were able to hit just a little bit of traffic on the way back, but I was back home before 4pm. Make sure you have a copy of your passport and visa and walk allll the way to the point of no return, it’s a long humid walk but it’s worth it :). Such a wonderful experience!
Very impactful and emotional journey
Anonymous,
Jul 24, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00The museum tour offered more information than other similar tours that I have been. Being able to follow in the footsteps of our ancestors by taking the boat and walking to the point of no return was impactful and very emotional.
When guides put love and care into their work.
Arlini S,
Mar 31, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00I have been on so many guided tours but this tour was exceptional. The tour operators (Godstime and the driver) had gone out of their way to make the tour as memorable as possible. In most tours, once there is a guide at the museum, the tour operator and driver take a break but here, Godstime and the driver had soent all the time with us - taking out the pictures for us and adding to the explanations. They even accompanied us on the walk at The point of no return. There was no pressure on us. They allowed us all the time that we had needed. With a bad knee, they even helped me to embark and to disembark the boat. Truly caring and hardworking guides.
Friendly and professional
Susan L,
Mar 27, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide and driver were friendly and professional. I went on a Sunday, which is apparently the best day traffic-wise. We still hit some traffic but not the whole way. The driver was fast and very skilled. The drive was about 2.5 hours and a lot of the value to me was getting to watch the people, the sights, the roads and the traffic along the way. Good for getting more of Nigeria if you are otherwise stuck in Lagos. It is good to see and experience the sites in Badagry. To be honest there is not a huge amount to see, but the history is serious and important. To get to the Point of No Return you will take a boat and walk about 1KM; it is hot and dusty, but when you realize you are tracing the steps of slaves in chains you will be glad for the freedom you have. You can pay a passing motorcycle to give you a ride if you don't want to walk. If you are a foreigner, make sure to bring your passport. I forgot mine, and as we passed some Nigerian police they saw me, a white woman, in the car and forced us to stop. They gave me a hard time for not having more than a photo of my passport, but eventually let us go. They were after a bribe and only took 2K NGN / about $5USD from us. An interesting experience, and the guide / driver stayed calm and reassuring throughout.
Black Heritage Tour-Badagry and Gberefu Island
Doingme1,
Jul 7, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a solemn and heartbreaking experience. The tour covered several museums and memorable sites. The walk to the Point of No Return is a must for people of African heritage. I suggest the tour guides provide sand from the beach to memorialize the event- I was too caught up in my emotions to remember this.
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