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Step into one of the most powerful and emotional chapters of world history with a guided visit to Badagry Slave Route—a historic destination deeply connected to over 400 years of the transatlantic slave trade.
This immersive private tour takes you through the former slave port of Badagry, where countless Africans began their painful journey into slavery. Explore preserved slave quarters and historic relics where original artifacts and stories reveal the realities of the slave trade era. One of the most moving moments of the tour is the boat ride across the lagoon to Gberefu Island, famously known as the “Point of No Return.” This was the final departure point where enslaved Africans were forced onto ships bound for foreign lands.
This tour is more than sightseeing; it is a powerful historical experience that connects visitors to the roots of African heritage, resilience, and human history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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Begin your Badagry heritage tour at the historic Williams Seriki Abass Slave Barracoon, one of Nigeria’s most significant slave trade landmarks. Explore the preserved slave rooms where hundreds of captives were held, learn about the slave trade system and barter practices of the era, view authentic relics from this dark chapter of history, and visit the final resting place of Chief Williams Seriki Abass, a prominent figure whose legacy remains deeply connected to Badagry’s slave trade history.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Badagry
Continue your journey through Nigeria’s slave trade history at the Mobee Slave Relics Museum, home to a remarkable collection of authentic slave-era artifacts. Discover original chains, shackles, mouth guards, locks, and other relics used during the transatlantic slave trade, while learning about the harsh realities endured by enslaved Africans. The museum also showcases preserved historical objects and remnants from the period, offering visitors a deeper understanding of one of the most significant chapters in Badagry’s heritage.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Badagry Building
Visit the historic First Storey Building in Nigeria, constructed by Christian missionaries in 1845 and recognized as one of the country's most important heritage landmarks. Discover the fascinating story of early missionary activities in Nigeria and learn how this iconic building became the site where Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther completed the first translation of the Holy Bible from English into Yoruba, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s religious, educational, and linguistic history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Gberefu Island (Point of No Return)
Experience one of the most emotional and historically significant moments of the Badagry Slave Route as you take a boat ride across the lagoon to the sandy pathway leading to the famous Point of No Return. Along the journey, you will visit the historic Attenuation Well, where enslaved Africans were traditionally made to drink water believed to erase memories of their homeland before their forced departure. Upon reaching the Point of No Return, take time to reflect on the profound history of the transatlantic slave trade while standing at the very location where countless captives made their final steps from Africa before being transported across the Atlantic.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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