Yoruba culture in western Africa has impacted so many cultures in Western Africa and one of the few religions that followed black people across the Atlantic. You will watch egnugun dance, concert in Lagos, tour the origin of Yoruba culture and Orisa religion in the caribbean, and Nigerian foods.
Highlights
Experience Olalade Asake Concert
Witness the magnificence of Eyo Masquerade
Visit the spiritual origin of Yoruba culture and Orisa (Orixa)
Visit Slaver's bay in Lagos
Itinerary
Home to a fascinating variety of vibrant cultures, Lagos and Osun are lands of quite extraordinary scope and spectacle, being the spiritual home of Orisa and steeped in the tragedy and horror of the tragic trans-atlantic slave trade.
December 21 :
Arrival- Trip to Hotel
December 22 :
Osun-Osogbo Groove-Ejigbo stone carvers-Ooni of Ife Palace
December 23 :
Ado Awaye Lake-Aso Oke place, Gbagi Market
December 24 :
Ibode Market-Alaafin of Oyo Palace
December 25 :
Terra Kulture Art- Jollof Dinner-Boat Cruise
December 26 :
Witness Eyo Masqurade
December 27 :
Asake Music Concert Lekki conservation center.
December 28 :
Point of No return Badagry-Badagry Heritage Museum-Nigeria First storey Building
December 29 :
Nike Art Gallery Lagos-Freedom Park-Tarkwa Bay Beach- Beachside suya, grilled fish, and coconut drinks
December 30 :
Lagos Island-National Museum
December 31 :
New Year celebration spot,
January 1 :
Leave via Badagry-Coffee in Ikoyi and trip to Ketou
Cost
The Cost Includes
Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(in our own vehicle)
Transportation to and from!!
Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
All the required permits and paperwork
A ticket to one show (Asake)
The Cost Excludes
International Airfare
Visa Charges
Your travel and medical insurance
Personal Expenses such as shopping, bar bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, titbits etc
Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency
Emergency expenses such as expenses on chartered helicopter.
All About Your Tour
Immerse yourself in a short but comprehensive journey into the origin and source of some of the most influential cultures in Western Africa. Ifa, Orisa Fon, Egungun, Zangbeto and other ideas. The tour blends cultural experiences, religious experiences nice dishes like Jollof Rice and even a concert by primarily Asake or Equivalent.
Route : The experience in Nigeria climaxes in Lagos. We begin in Ibadan and Osun and we head back to Lagos
Duration & Pace: We will spend 11 days in Nigeria. Our daily activities are about two to three per day and they have been well spaced to ensure enough rest in between the days and daily.
Accommodation & Facilities: We typically go for the best hotel in the city. Cold shower which is basically the necessity will be made available and the AC will never be off. Laundry access will be provided and fully paid for but also travel in a way it’s easy to pack since we will move around a lot specifically in the first three days.
Cultural Experience: Egungun shows, Trance, Dancing, Food, Yoruba Attire. . We will visit the National museum in Lagos. We will visit museums all around the country.
Best Time to Visit: The Best time to visit Nigeria is in December and the best to visit Benin is in January due to the nature of organised festivals in the country. If one is to private organise private shows, things will be more expensive so it’s best to go when things are happening.
Preparation & Packing Tips: Western Africa can be so cold and also hot in January so pack light with a Jacket and a hat. Bring a sunscreen, a reusable water bottle and any needed personal medication.
Health & Safety: We do not offer medical insurance although we can recommend one. Stay Hydrated and in case of any health issue, you can be provided with a vehicle to transport you to any medical centre you require.
Environmental Responsibility: A waste bin will be provided to keep all trash.
Additional Support: Should you need any specific requirements or need assistance in planning your tour, please reach so you can be provided personalised support
FAQs
How fit do I need to be to do this tour?
Enough to attend a concert. A lot of the tour will involve walking, in fact it’s recommended but the activities have been spaced to accommodate time for rest.
How long do we walk every day?
Three to four hours and that can include sitting sometimes
What about safety?
These states are generally safe but we will always have one bouncer with us.
What about battery charging and hot or cold shower facilities?
Hotel rooms have hot showers and electricity and a power bank will also be provided as long as we are in transit.
Snacks and Street Food
Not promised but some will be bought from time to time
What about internet access?
Make your own internet subscription but a router connection will be provided as long as we are in transit
