Nigeria
Flying Time 14 hours +
Popular Time to Visit: Nov - Mar, Jul-Aug
GMT - 3 hours
Great for: Beach, Culture, Food, Nature, Trekking & Diving.
Languages: Spanish. Some English.
Nigeria is a land of many faces. From its frenetic, chaotic and constantly bustling capital, Lagos, to its tiny, tranquil and traditional villages, this economic powerhouse of Africa always makes for some fascinating, exotic and exhilarating travel.
Nigeria is jam-packed with interesting tourist attractions including innumerable festivals and cultural celebrations, an abundance of remarkable national parks, some fascinating geographical sites, lush rainforests, breath-taking waterfalls, and other spectacularly scenic natural attractions.
The nation’s biggest tourist drawcard is undoubtedly the Mambilla Plateau in Taraba State. Often described as the crown jewel of Nigerian tourism this high, grassland plateau is home to: Chappal Waddi mountain, the country’s highest mountain; numerous cattle ranches; sprawling tea plantations; picturesque rolling, grassy hills; as well as various rare species of animal and birdlife.
Whether exploring the country’s numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, interacting with the astonishingly warm and welcoming locals, or sampling the delicious local cuisine, this astonishing African nation will continue to surprise you at every turn.