5-Hour Olumo Rock Tour from Lagos with Abeokuta Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Hike to the summit of Olumo Rock for breathtaking views of Abeokuta
• 02 Hear captivating tales of Olumo Rock's past as a sanctuary during inter-tribal wars
• 03 Explore the mini museum and art gallery at the rock's base
• 04 Visit the Olusegun Obasanjo Library, the sole presidential library in West Africa

Experience the allure of Olumo Rock, a historic gem from the 19th century, on a guided private tour from Lagos. Hear captivating tales of its past as a sanctuary during inter-tribal wars, then make your way to the summit for breathtaking views of Abeokuta. At the base, explore the mini museum and art gallery showcasing local artworks, arts and crafts, and intriguing artifacts. The tour also includes a visit to the Olusegun Obasanjo Library, the sole presidential library in West Africa, for a unique insight into Nigeria's history.

You will hear captivating tales of Olumo Rock's past as a sanctuary during inter-tribal wars, with the preserved rooms of the warriors beneath the rock.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Lagos

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Olumo Rock Adventure from Lagos

• Your tour starts with a 90-minute drive from your hotel in Lagos to Olumo Rock.
• Olumo Rock is rich in history. You will hear captivating tales of Olumo Rock's past as a sanctuary during inter-tribal wars, with the preserved rooms of the warriors beneath the rock.
• The complete climb to the top of the rock, without any shortcuts, will take about 20 minutes. There is also the option of using the stairs if you do not want to climb. Our local tour guides will make the trip fun as you learn about the history and mysteries of the rock.
• You will also visit the mini museum at Olumo Rock to experience and appreciate the local arts and crafts.
• After descending from the top, we will drop you back at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Private transportation
• English-speaking Nigerian guide
• Bottled water
• Soft drinks
• Entry tickets and taxes
• Alcoholic beverages
• Wi-Fi on board

What to bring

• Put on your sneakers to climb Olumo Rock.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Lagos State, Nigeria

Tour start

Lagos, Nigeria

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.