Badagry Slave Trade & Black Heritage Historical Tour

racoon, one of Nigeria’s most significant slave trade landmarks. Explore the preserved slave rooms where hundreds of captives were held, learn about the slave trade system and barter practices of the era, view authentic relics from this dark chapter of history, and visit the final resting place of Chief Williams Seriki Abass, a prominent figure whose legacy remains deeply connected to Badagry’s slave trade history.

Continue your journey through Nigeria’s slave trade history at the Mobee Slave Relics Museum, home to a remarkable collection of authentic slave-era artifacts. Discover original chains, shackles, mouth guards, locks, and other relics used during the transatlantic slave trade, while learning about the harsh realities endured by enslaved Africans. The museum also showcases preserved historical objects and remnants from the period, offering visitors a deeper understanding of one of the most significant chapters in Badagry’s heritage.

Visit the historic First Storey Building in Nigeria, constructed by Christian missionaries in 1845 and recognized as one of the country's most important heritage landmarks. Discover the fascinating story of early missionary activities in Nigeria and learn how this iconic building became the site where Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther completed the first translation of the Holy Bible from English into Yoruba, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s religious, educational, and linguistic history.

Experience one of the most emotional and historically significant moments of the Badagry Slave Route as you take a boat ride across the lagoon to the sandy pathway leading to the famous Point of No Return. Along the journey, you will visit the historic Attenuation Well, where enslaved Africans were traditionally made to drink water believed to erase memories of their homeland before their forced departure. Upon reaching the Point of No Return, take time to reflect on the profound history of the transatlantic slave trade while standing at the very location where countless captives made their final steps from Africa before being transported across the Atlantic.