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Lekki, Nigeria

Lekki is a city in Lagos State, Nigeria. It is to the southeast of Lagos city proper.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Lagos State, Nigeria.

History

Lekki is a city in Lagos State, Nigeria. It is to the southeast of Lagos city proper. Lekki is a naturally formed peninsula, adjoining to its west Victoria Island and Ikoyi districts of Lagos, with the Atlantic Ocean to its south, Lagos Lagoon to the north, and Lekki Lagoon to its east. The city's southeast, which ends around the western edge of Refuge island, adjoins the eastern part of Ibeju-Lekki LGA.

Getting there by ferry

eputu
Ferry terminal · 11 km from the centre · private
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Lekki, Nigeria — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: eputu, 11 km).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Lekki, Nigeria. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.