Private Tour

The Black Heritage - Badagry Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

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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

All Fees and Taxes

Boat Ride

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Motley Goody Bag

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.

2 hours•Admission Included

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.

3 hours•Admission Included

Options

The Black Heritage - Badagry Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Moving and humbling
Trisha P,
Aug 27, 2024
- Viator
5.00
This 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.
Great Tour!
Tashiana H,
Dec 24, 2022
- Viator
5.00
This 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.
Very impactful and emotional journey
Anonymous,
Jul 24, 2022
- Viator
5.00
The 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
- Viator
5.00
I 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.