Lagos beach

Okun-Ajah Lagos is a hub for so many popular beaches in Lagos. So many of these beaches are affordable while some are private beach resorts that are quite pricey. One such private beach in Lagos that is affordable is the Atican beach Lagos. It is such a beautiful place.

Atican beach is just beside Laguna beach Lagos. Compared to Laguna beach resort, it is just a little more expensive. You can read my post about Laguna beach club, click here. Also, it is bigger and has so many things you can engage in. So, if you need a private beach that is so much fun, opt for Atican beach resort. Here is all you need to know before visiting the Atican beach resort on your next beach vacation.

Location and Entry fee

Atican beach is an affordable private beach in Lagos located at Okun-Ajah community Lagos. How to get to Atican beach is quite easy? If you get to Ajah bus stop, take another bus going to Adesanya bus stop. Then take a bike to Atican beach Lagos.

How much is entrance fee at Atican beach Lagos?

The gate fee at Atican beach is 2000 naira per person. This is just your entrance fee. There is no extra perks from your entry fee. You also need a need mask for entry. However, this is not a compulsory requirement for entry. You can wash your hands at the entrance. They provided water and soap for use outside the entrance. So, if you’re worried about their covid-19, ensure you adhere to the guidelines. Stay safe out there.

Can you take food to Atican beach Lagos?

Yes, you can take your food into Atican beach. This I had to confirm from the security personnel at the entrance. However, you can get food at the beach resort. There are so many businesses offering different types of foods like small chops, grilled fish, berbecue chicken etc.

Also, you can treat yourself to a drink at the coconut bar. I love the coconut drink a lot. It cost just 1000 naira. You can take the drink and eat its fruit inside.

You can also shop for beachwear at the beach. I am not sure how expensive it is. This is because I had my own beachwear. You can also read my post on what to wear to the beach for cute beach outfits for women for your beach vacation.

Things to do at Atican beach Lagos

There are so many fun things to do at Atican beach Lagos. The resort has so many vendors and businesses in the beach area. As stated earlier, you can get food for yourself at the beach. Also, you can bring your own food to the beach. The below are fun things you can do at the beach.

Horse Riding

I was so overwhelmed by the horse riders constantly coming to ask if I wanted a ride. Plus its not free. So, if you want to enjoy a horse ride, you can take a horse ride the beach. I didn’t ride a horse so I can’t say the cost. However, you can take pictures with the horse for 500 naira.

You can ride the horse or treat your kids to a fun horse ride at the beach.

Snooker board games

Another fun thing you can do at this beach is to engage in snooker game. This is game I have never tried out. However, if this is your thing, opt for a game of snooker.

Engage your kids with fun activities

Atican beach is one of the best private beaches to go with your family. This is because there are fun activities your kids can engage in. They engage in a joy ride, bouncing castle, and other fun games. One of such business in the beach where your kids can have fun is the humming bee. They offer so many fun activities for your kids from 1500naira.

So, if you need a place to have fun with your kids and your partner, opt for Atican beach.

Have a beach party

Atican beach gets more fun as it gates late in the evening. We were entertained by their in-house DJ as well as a band on my visit. This musical band sings for anyone at the beach that needs their services.

You can have a beach party with your friends and family. Also, you can have a picnic with your family. Most people that had a party got the beach chairs. The beach chairs are rented for a fee. So, If you need beach benches at thus beach, you can rent it for fee.

Personally, I prefer Laguna beach club to Atican because their beach chairs are free to use. Another Lagos beach that offers free beach benches is Lekki leisure lake. Click here to read about all you need to know to visit Lekki Leisure beach Lagos.

Shop for you and your family

You can also shop for souvenirs for yourself and your family at Atican beach resort. If you need beachwear or accessories for the beach, you can shop at Atican beach. Also, you can shop for Arts and crafts like wood crafts, crafted chess boards, or ankara accessories like necklaces or bangles, etc.

So, if you need an impromptu beachwear, bikini sets or coverups, you can get this at the beach. Also, if you love to collect things as you go vacation for your friends and family, you can shop souvenirs at this beach.

FAQ on Atican beach Lagos

What is the opening hours for Atican beach Lagos? Atican beach is opened to entry 24hours a day, every day in the week inclusive of public holidays.
Can I spend the night at Atican beach? Yes you. Atican beach resort has its own hotel. You can spend the night there. If you need a budget friendly beach destination for honey moon.
How much does it cost to lodge at Atican beach Lagos? Below are the Atican beach price list for lodges.

Standard Room- N10,000

Standard Plus- N12,000

Deluxe Room- N15,000

Double Bed- N18,500

Family Room- N18,500

Executive Room- N20,000

Presidential Room- N25,000

Atican beach Lagos Resort: Affordable Lagos private beach to know

by Magdalene Enimhienomo
January 26, 2024
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There are so many private beaches in Lagos Nigeria. Some of them are quite expensive to access like the white deck beach resort. However, some of these beaches are affordable too. An affordable beach to visit is Laguna beach Lagos.

However, this post is about Laguna Private beach. This is one the cheapest, most accessible Lagos beach club to know. So, if you want to experience private beaches in Lagos on a budget, opt for the Laguna Beach club. Although, this beach is quite far from Lagos mainland. However, it is a fun beach club to explore. Here is all you need to know about Laguna beach Lagos.

Laguna Beach Lagos: Location and gate fee

There are so many Lagos beach that I am yet to explore. So, I am super excited about Laguna beach club. This beach is located at Okun-ajah Lagos. Okun-ajah community is the home of so many popular beaches in Lagos. They include Atican beach, White deck beach, Coney island beach resort, Barracuda beach etc. Some of these beaches are neighbors. So, if you stroll on the bank of Laguna beach, you most definitely will see some of this beaches.

How to get to Laguna beach Lagos

Where is Laguna beach Lagos Located? Laguna Beach is quite far for those of us visiting from the mainland. You can a bus from the Lagos terminal to Ajah bus stop. If you’re not using the Lagos bus terminal, you are missing out on the development in Lagos state. Click here to know how to use the Oshodi bus terminal to commute to the island on my Youtube channel. Don’t forget to subscribe for more travel vlogs in Nigeria. I personally use the terminal as a means of transport to the island. My reasons are comfort and affordability.

From Ajah bus stop, take a bus to Adesanya bus stop ( cost just 100 naira). Then you can take a bus to Okun-Ajah or a bike to Laguna Beach club. The entry fee per person is 1000 naira per person. It is totally free to access on weekdays. (Not confirmed yet though). I visited on a public holiday.

There are so many things that I love about Laguna beach. I would recommend this beach for anyone who wants to enjoy the Lagos private beaches on a budget. All their beach chairs, cabanas are free to use. So, your gate fee allows you access to all their facilities. I had a full cabana to myself. However, you can share with others that come to the beach. Cabanas are not cheap at all. The cost of Cabanas on popular beaches in Lagos like Oniru or Landmark beach costs about 30-60K. So, imagine how it feels to use one for free at Laguna beach.

Also, I love the aesthetic of the place. It is definitely top on my list of instagrammable places in Lagos. The artsy vibe of the outer part of Laguna beach is lovely. You can get food at Laguna beach. You can get food from their restaurant and drinks from their bar. I will also link below my vlog so you can see what I love about this private beach in Lagos. The staffs are this beach are very helpful save for the bar lady I met. (Maybe she was having a bad day, who knows).

Other beaches close to Laguna beach Lagos include Atican beach, Barracuda beach or Redline beach.

Things to do at Laguna private beach, Lagos

There are so many fun things you can do at Laguna beach. One of such things is to stroll at the beach bank. You get to enjoy the calm of the beach water splashing on its banks. Also, you can see other beaches close to Laguna beach. So, you can compile your beach bucket list. Below are other things you can do at Laguna beach club

Content creation

The artsy and beautiful aesthetic makes this a place for content creation. You can take great pictures for your social media at Laguna beach. As content creator too, I love the vibe of this place. You take short clips for your Instagram, product pictures ( Outfits) etc. at Laguna beach.

Have beach party/ picnic

Laguna beach club allows access to all their seats. So, if you want to have your birthday party, picnic, or proposal party, opt for Laguna beach. You can use the free cabanas to entertain your guest. I love this beach because I don’t have to pay for seats. ( Who doesn’t like free stuff).

Also, you can have a picnic with your friends and family. Go ready with your beach mat and umbrellas if you want to seat close to the water. However, you can have your picnic on the beach chairs or Cabanas.

Swim at the pool

Sometimes I wish I could swim. This is because Laguna beach has a pool you can use for free. The pool is close to the DJ. This is perfect for a pool party with your friends.

For those of us who can’t swim, there are floaters available. So, you can still enjoy the pool. The pool disclaimer is quite interesting. It reads,” Lifeguard has gone on a beer break, swim at your risk“. This is deep and funny. You can also swim in the beach water too.

Enjoy card games

If you need something for entertainment at the beach, go with games to play. You can go with card games, board games like scrabble or chess to entertain yourself.

Another fun thing is to just dance. There is an in-house Dj to entertain you and your friends for free. You also enjoy a meal to treat yourself. Enjoy yourself like the sayings at Laguna beach, “Problem no dey finish“.

Laguna Beach Lagos is not the only cheap beach in Lagos. Click here to know other cheap Lagos beach to explore in Lagos.

FAQ on Laguna Beach Lagos

Can I bring food to Laguna beach Lagos? You cannot bring your food to Laguna beach Lagos. However, you can get affordable food options at Laguna beach Lagos
How much is the entry fee to Laguna beach? The entry fee for Laguna beach is free on thursday’s but the gate fee is 1000naira per person.
Can you have access to the facilities in Laguna beach for free? The gate fee gives you access to all the facilities at the beach including the pool, the bar ( however you pay for your drink), the benches and Cabanas ( except if reserved)