Badagry Slave Route in Nigeria: What to See and How to Visit
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Short answer: Badagry is a half- to full-day trip from Lagos and the natural starting point for a Slave Route journey across West Africa.
What visitors see
Our itinerary includes Badagry’s Point of No Return and its slave relics and heritage sites. Many visitors pair it with a morning at the Lekki Conservation Centre canopy walk in Lagos.
From Badagry onwards
From Lagos, the route continues west across the border to Cotonou and Ouidah in Benin, then to Lomé in Togo and on to Cape Coast Castle in Ghana. See Door of No Return in Ouidah and Cape Coast Castle and Kakum.
Planning tips
- Allow for traffic when leaving Lagos; start early.
- Use a licensed guide who can explain the history in context.
- Check visa rules for each country on your route before booking flights.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Badagry?
Badagry is a coastal town west of Lagos, near the border with Benin. It is a standard day trip from Lagos.
What is the Point of No Return in Badagry?
It is a memorial on the waterfront marking where enslaved Africans were taken onto ships. Visitors usually combine it with slave relics and heritage sites in the town.
Can I combine Badagry with Ghana and Benin?
Yes. Badagry is the first stop on our 9-day private tour that continues through Benin and Togo to Cape Coast in Ghana.
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