What do you do with your free time? Have you truly availed yourself of the best restaurants, bars, parks, and museums Lagos Island has to offer? Have you ever left your apartment, or do you just go to work and then go home and watch movies every day? Is the Snake Island a myth? Find out cool things to do in Lagos Island that will spice up your time. Some are classic, some are obscure.
Surf the coast
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Amazing islands, world-class sailing or adventurous cruises, the sparking coastline of Lagos has it all. Let the sea set you free as you take surfing classes at the beach. If you can’t swim or you’re aqua phobic, don’t even dream of surfing. For little or nothing, a surf instructor at Tarkwa Bay can show you the ropes.
Visit Snake Island
Ssssssssss! A little educational tour of Snake Island would do you some good. Just so you know, it’s not called ‘Snake Island’ because of the presence of any snake rather because the surrounding communities form the shape of a long snake. The island is a large one, straddling from the sea school to as far as Ibese. Remember the popular Gulder Ultimate Search?! Snake Island was the location for the first edition in 2004.
Sail the breathtaking lagoon
The lagoon is one highlight that never fails to thrill on the island. You get to experience the extraordinary beauty of the islands as you sail past. The islands are inhabited and surrounded by white sandy beaches and home to rainforest with hiking trails ready for you to explore. It’s an extraordinary journey that combines rainforest, beaches and gardens.
Explore Lagos best-kept coastline secret
In Lagos Island, you will find the best-kept coastline secret of the beautiful city of Lagos. White sandy beaches, islands, bubbling seaside spots can be found at almost every nook and corner of Lagos Island. You’ll enjoy a beautiful day of picnicking and sun basking when you visit any. Ilashe and Ibeshe are highly recommended.
Go kayaking at twilight
For an exhilarating beach experience, go kayaking at twilight. Rent a Kayak and go for a joy paddle with friends.
Take a walk through Ebute-Metta
Enjoy old colonial structures on Lagos Mainland. Arm yourself with a camera and visit old relics while enjoying the sights of the busy markets. Ensure you visit the Nigerian Railway Corporation to see a steam engine while at it.
Explore Epe Mangrove
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By taking a boat from Ajah, you’ll catch a glimpse of the glorious mangrove entering through a narrow, six-and-a-half-foot opening. Escorts are ready to paddle you across the mangrove as you enjoy nature at its finest.
Go swimming with nature at Tarkwa Bay
Lagos Island has several beaches that will capture your heart. Boasting white sandy beaches, sometimes pristine waters and astounding shorelines, they are holiday-brochure perfect. But Tarkwa Bay is the safest beach to swim at. Artificially controlled by sand filling, the island also boasts beautiful resorts and offers water sport activities.
A Night Out at Hard Rock Cafe
Hard Rock Café combines its café, hotels and casino among others perfectly well. The music, food and great times will leave you returning night after night with friends. Just like every other Hard Rock Café around the world, this one also serves solid experiences that rock.
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