Makoko Floating Community Tour

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Nigeria

2 to 4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Venture off the typical tourist track and learn all about the Makoko community that lives in houses on stilts on this private tour. Discover the true heartbeat of Lagos as you travel by canoe to explore how this community lives its day-to-day life. Your guide sheds light on the community's history, fishing culture, and how they cope with the rainy season.

Round-trip transfers from your location of choice provided for ease
No need to share this private tour—enjoy a personalized experience
Explore the floating village on stilts and learn its unique history
See homes, schools, churches, and business that thrive in the settlement

What's Included

Bottled water

Water and soft drink
Air-conditioned vehicle
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Guided Tour

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Itinerary

Makoko

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed

Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 43 reviews

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Precious experience in Nigeria

Kenji_Y, Jan 2026

The Driver don't know how to go to "Makoko". So, it takes long time to arrive Makoko. This is not good. Makoko is a great place. The tour fee is a little expensive.

Challenging conditions, but great tour!

Lola_F, Mar 2025

We had a great guide, named "Respect". He was very informative, and it was wonderful to interact with the children. I am hopeful that the leaders of the country, give financial help, as it is very much needed.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the tour

Excellent but pricey tour

Kathleen_K, Jul 2024

This tour was one of the highlights of my trip to Nigeria and the best one I attended. The person giving the tour was the son of a community leader in the town and did an excellent job showing me around, explaining about their community and hopes for the future. I went on a Sunday so got to hear the vibrant church services but not see the kids at school. If you want that latter experience, I’d recommend choosing a weekday. The price was expensive (about 200 US dollars for about 90 minutes in the community) and I hope that was due to a large portion of that is going back to the community to help with their efforts to improve children’s education rather than most going to the tour agency. My one disappointment is I wish I had been invited into their church especially after tipping the church leader after being asked to do so. I suppose I could have asked but as hospitality wasn’t extended in that part, it felt rude to force the issue.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the tour.

Once in a lifetime experience

Mehmet_C, Dec 2023

One of the best experience I have ever had. You feel like in a documentary. Kids at the school were fantastic and full of smile. You feel super peaceful among them. I should have spend more time there.. Boat trip was another level of experience, kinda once in a lifetime. Only negative thing I can say, it was a bit short trip. It might be like an hour longer..

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the tour

If you’re thinking about it just go

Daneil_D, Aug 2023

Truly one of the most memorable parts of my trip. I went solo and felt very safe with my guide. Seeing a different part of the land opened my eyes. If you’re thinking about going just do it. Look at life from a different perspective. The travel group I booked through was also very accommodating. I will be booking with the company again in the future

Response from Host, Sept 2023

We are glad you found the tour interesting. Thanks for your feedback and recommendations.

This is a great tour to...

ZHANG_D, Nov 2022

This is a great tour to see how is this special village in Lagos, and what I’ve seen will be a great memory in the future. The tour is very safe, all things are arranged and you don’t need to worry anything. Highly recommend, thank you!