Touch down in Lagos and feel the pulse of Nigeria’s most energetic city. AfroJolly’s team greets you with a warm welcome and transfers you to your hotel. After settling in, join your fellow travelers for an evening mixer or a rooftop dinner overlooking the city lights, your first taste of Lagos’ vibrant December spirit.

Kick off your Lagos adventure with a lagoon cruise featuring Afrobeat sounds, tropical drinks, and the glittering skyline as your backdrop. Glide through the water as the sun sets, capturing the city’s magic from a new angle. As night falls, the adventure continues at one of Lagos’ hottest lounges, where music and dance define the Detty December experience.

Step into history on a guided journey through Badagry — one of Nigeria’s most important cultural and historical towns. Visit the Slave and Black History Museum, the Vlekete Slave Market, the Agia Tree Monument, and the hauntingly powerful Point of No Return.

Experience Lagos’s artistic and natural brilliance in one sweep. Begin at Nike Art Gallery, one of West Africa’s largest art spaces, featuring vibrant paintings, sculptures, and textiles celebrating Nigerian creativity. Then, unwind at the Lekki Conservation Centre, walking across Africa’s longest canopy walkway and enjoying the calm of nature’s embrace.

Spend your day basking in the sun at one of Lagos’ private beach resorts. Enjoy boat transfers, beach games, seafood, suya, and palm wine by the ocean. Optional jet-skiing, horseback riding, and quad biking add a dash of thrill to this relaxing day, all soundtracked by Lagos’ signature Afrobeat rhythms.

Depart Lagos for Benin City, Edo State, home of the legendary Benin Kingdom. Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by local guides and introduced to the history of the ancient Benin Empire. Enjoy an evening city drive to see iconic landmarks such as Ring Road, Oba Market, and the bronze monument of the Oba.

This is the crown jewel of your journey. Witness one of Africa’s most majestic cultural celebrations, the Igue Festival, held within and around the Oba of Benin’s Palace. The city transforms into a sea of color, drumming, and dance. Watch chiefs and palace titleholders in full regalia, traditional performances, and processions that reflect centuries of Benin heritage. Though sacred rituals are conducted privately, select events are open to the public, offering an awe-inspiring window into Benin’s royal traditions.

Explore the city’s artistry and craftsmanship that gave birth to the world-renowned Benin Bronzes. Visit the National Museum of Benin, Igun Street (famous for bronze casting), and local art galleries. Engage with artisans who preserve ancient methods passed down through generations, and shop for authentic crafts and souvenirs.

Return to Lagos for your final day of relaxation and reflection. Visit Lekki Arts and Crafts Market to shop for African prints, jewelry, and handmade keepsakes. Savor a farewell dinner with your group as you reminisce about your journey from Lagos’ beaches to Benin’s royal court.

After breakfast, prepare for your airport transfer. Leave with memories of vibrant Lagos, the spiritual majesty of the Igue Festival, and a renewed connection to Nigeria’s living traditions. AfroJolly’s Lagos–Benin adventure isn’t just a trip, it’s a story you’ll carry for life.