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Hey guys! Your favorite Ajala is here again! This time, my legs took me to the Good Beach Lagos, and I’m giddy to share my experience with you. I had to visit because of the rave about this beach. And of course, I was sold.

Although we’ve just ended the first quarter of the year, it feels like the year has been on for a long time. Some weekends ago, my friends and I decided that we deserved some relaxation time and we decided to spend a day at The Good Beach. 

The good beach is on the same route as Landmark Beach and Oniru Beach. Both of these beaches I have been to, yet I prefer Landmark and the good beach over Oniru Beach. My reason is the aesthetic of Oniru Beach. It seems more like a local beach built with profit-making in mind without recourse to aesthetics and beauty.

Like I said in my post on Oniru Beach, I really wish they could move the vendors very far from the beach bank. There is barely enough space to enjoy a walk on the beach.

The first time I heard of this place, I thought that the name was hilarious. The Good Beach? Okayyy let’s see what it has! 

I didn’t have super high expectations when going to this beach as I saw it as yet another Lagos beach. However, I wanted to have fun and hoped that I wouldn’t be disappointed.

Thankfully, I wasn’t and had a good time with my friends. For those who haven’t been to The Good Beach Lagos, below are some things you need to know about the place. 

The Good beach Lagos

Things to do at The Good Beach

So, I went to this place with an open mind. But getting there, I began to rethink and realized that a day might not be enough for us to finish all the activities. I loved that this beach gave us options when it came to things to do. 

Some of the activities to do at The Good Beach are: 

Go swimming:

Typically, I wouldn’t think of going swimming at a beach, especially one in Lagos. However, the water kept calling my name at The Good Beach as it looked very clean. Although I wasn’t up to swimming that day, I made a mental note that I’ll be back to the beach just to swim. 

The beach has different pool areas, allowing you to pick and choose your preference. The energy at the swimming area also comes alive as you can play different water games. 

I loved that I could easily spot the lifeguards in the pool area, showing that they are concerned about the safety of people who come to the beach.  

Eat at the restaurant:

You might say that I’m selective; you wouldn’t be the first to say it as my friends tell me all the time. I usually have my reservations about eating at restaurants on a beach but all reservations went out of the window when we dined at the restaurant at The Good Beach. I couldn’t hold myself back from ordering an extra plate when we ate there.

Their meals were appetizing and satisfying. Heads up, you need to hold enough cash as the meals are more pricey than you might outside the beach. But they have an A+ in deliciousness.  

Take pictures for the gram:

The ambiance at The Good Beach Lagos is one for the books! It would be hard to resist taking pictures while on this beach. I loved that they pay careful attention to their surroundings, keeping it extra clean. You begin to wonder how they are able to keep up, even with the number of people who visit the beach daily.  

Everyone on this beach was giving! My friends and I spent most of our time taking pictures for memories, and we ensured to explore every part of the picture. We almost ran out of storage due to the beautiful scenery at this beach. 

Watch a live event:

You can call us lucky as we got a chance to watch one of the live music shows on the beach. It was a magical experience as I didn’t feel like going home anymore. My friends could not hold in their laughter as I was initially reluctant about following them to the beach. 

I found out that you can catch live shows and events on the beach, but it depends on the day you are visiting. I was thankful that I went there on a perfect day for a live event.  It was one of my highlights of the trip to The Good Beach. 

Watch the sunrise/sunset:

I still have scores to settle with my friends as didn’t let me fully immerse myself in the experience when I was watching the sunset. However, allow me to tell you that it looked very beautiful. For a moment, I felt like I wasn’t in Lagos anymore. 

The view was so fascinating that I had to whip out my phone and take some pictures. Some people say that watching the sun rise in this place gives the same experience, and I will plan to do it one of these days. 

I think everyone deserves to watch the sun rise and set at The Good Beach Lagos.

What to pack when going to The Good Beach Lagos

What do you put in your bag when going to The Good Beach? Here are three important items you shouldn’t forget: Also, click here for beach outfit inspiration if you need what to wear to the beach. 

Beach attire: Do I even need to remind you about this? You should always dress appropriately when going to certain places, and the beach is not an expectation! If you plan to go to the beach, you must pack your beach attire. Ensure that you look cute and sexy as your pictures need to be peng and outstanding. 

Good vibes: Your preparation is incomplete if you plan on going to The Good Beach without good vibes! These two factors go hand-in-hand! The energy at the beach is always perfect, and mixing it with good vibes is the perfect synergy to enjoy the experience. Trust me, after one experience at the beach, you’d always want to make return trips. 

Sunshades: For some reason, the sun at the beach always seems like it is in a competition. So, you should not forget your sunshades when going to The Good Beach. In addition, your sunshade is the perfect accessory to complement your beach attire. For the culture, you should relax near the water with your sunshades and take some pictures.  

The good beach Lagos Nigeria

The Good Beach Gate fee

Of course, it would be absurd to think that entrance into this beach is free. You would pay 3,000 naira to enter this place from Monday to Thursday. However, due to the rush and high traffic at the beach during the weekends, the fee is 4,000 naira from Fridays to Sundays.  

I’m glad my friends made me visit The Good Beach. You should check it out and come share your experience with me!

FAQ about the Good Beach Lagos

  1. Can I bring my food to the good beach? The Good Beach Lagos doesn’t allow anyone to bring in their food. You can get food at the beach area or the good beach food village. The aesthetic of the food court is beautiful with unique raffia designs for the lounge chairs, the dining chairs, and the chandelier.
  2. How much is the gate fee for the good beach? Entry fee to the good beach Lagos is 3000naira per person if you book it online via their Instagram page or 3K for women, and 4K for guys. Although I still wonder why men are charged more for entry.
  3. Are there other fun things to do at the good beach? Yes, you can participate in the movie night by the pool, live concerts, and other amazing events. Follow @thegoodbeach on Instagram to stay abreast of upcoming events
  4. Is there free access to their facilities? The entry fee into the good beach gives you access to the pool, lounge chairs, beach benches, etc except the cabanas which are paid services.

Other fun things to do at the good beach enjoy a relaxing spa and massage session, jet ski ride, boat cruise, etc. You can also play games, and engage in beach soccer among other fun things.

Feel free to comment on other fun beaches in Lagos you’ve visited or that you want us to review. Ciao

The Good Beach Lagos: Experience luxury on a budget at this fun beach

Atican beach Resort

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.

Atican beach Lagos

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.

Atican beach Lagos gate fee

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.

Atican beach Lagos opening hours
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.

Atican beach Lagos price

FAQ on Atican beach Lagos

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

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

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.

Laguna 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.

Things to do in Laguna beach Lagos

FAQ on Laguna Beach Lagos

  1. 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
  2. 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.
  3. 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)

Laguna Beach Lagos: 5 fun things to do and know

The beach is one of the best places to unwind, chill and have a fun-filled day out. In Lagos state, there are several beaches you can visit for vacation. Some of these beaches are quite expensive while some are cheap. What are the cheapest beaches in Lagos to see? Are there private beaches in Lagos? In this post I will be sharing my top 15 best beaches in Lagos and their entrance fees. Some of these beaches are in Lekki while others around Okun-Ajah. I love to visit private beach in Lagos because they are quite neater and better.

So, if you need to visit beaches in Lagos, here are beaches for every budget. Also you can read my post on 10 best things to do in Lekki Lagos.

Tarkwa bay beach

How much does it cost to go to Tarkwa bay? Tarkwa is one of the cheapest beach in Lagos to visit. However, you need to take a boat ride to access the beach.

How can i get to Tarkwa bay?

You can access Tarkwa bay beach through a boat ride of 500naira per person from CMS, or Victoria Island. Also, if you’re in group, you can bargain for a fee that covers to and fro with any of the ferry drivers.

Fun things to do at Tarkwa bay beach, Lagos

The entry fee to Tarkwa bay is 300 naira per person. You can choose to sit on the rocks on the far end of the beach. Also, you can bring in your food.

There are food vendor on the beach where you can buy food too. If you don’t have a beach wear on you, you can shop for beach outfits at Tarkwa bay beach.

There beach chairs and tents available for rentals at this beach. Most of the tents cost from 6000naira to 10000naira. However, it solely depends on your negotiation skills.

You can stroll on the beach bank, swim in the beach waters, ride a quad bike or play soccer on this beach. Also, you have a picnic at the beach too.

Top 15 best beaches in Lagos: Laguna beach

Laguna Beach is another private beach in Lagos. How much does it cost to go to the beach in Lagos? It is not so expensive to go the beach in Lagos. One of the private beaches in Lagos to go on a budget is Laguna beach. Entry fee is 1000per person.

The Entry fee guarantees you access to all the beach benches and cabanas. Cheap right? So, if you need beach that is very affordable yet private, go for Laguna beach Lagos.

Atican Beach

Another private beach in Lagos to know is Atican beach. This beach is just beside Laguna beach. Atican beach is more of a resort with day pass to the beach.

The Entry fee to Atican beach for a day is 2000naira per person. You can sit in the beach huts. However, if you need beach benches, you need to pay for it.

I would recommend you just sit in the huts. You will see chairs to sit in provided by vendors at this beach. Fun things to at Atican beach includes horse ride, soccer games etc.

Atican beach Lagos

Barracuda

Barracuda beach is another private beach in Lagos also along the Okun-ajah beaches. It is farthest yet with the best private beach in Lagos.

The road to this beach is quite bad and it is horrible on a rainy day. I would recommend you visit during the dry season. The entry fee to barracuda beach is 1500naira per person. This gives to access to all the facilities at the beach.

However, there are other activities like horse riding which you need to pay for. Can I bring in my food to Barracuda beach? Sure you can bring in your own food to this beach. Also, you can get food at barracuda beach at the restaurant.

Barracuda beach also has a lodge, lounge, and club. For me, this my top best places to go for honey moon in Lagos on budget. You can also read my post on other places to for honeymoon in Nigeria.

Whispering palms resort, Badagry Lagos

Another private beach in Lagos that is perfect for honeymooners is whispering palms resort, Badagry. They have nice lodges, restaurant and lounges. So, if you need fun place for honeymoon, go for whispering palms. The lodges go for as low as 20,000naira per night.

Also, you visit this resort for a day to tour it. The entry fee is 1500per night. These covers for at least 2 paid activities like bicycle ride and paddle boat ride.

Whispering palms does not really have a beach front. So, you can not swim in the beach. However, you can lounge on the beach chairs facing the water. You also engage in free activities like snookers, table tennis, swim in the pool, or play mini golf.

Whispering palms resort and hotels

Gberefu Island beach ( Point of no return, Badagry, Lagos)

Gberefu island beach is another fun beach to visit in Lagos. This beach is the point of no return where the slave traders use for shipping slaves. It is said that slaves never returned home on reaching this point.

The entry fee to Gberefu beach is 200naira. You can only access this island on a boat ride that cost 100naira per person. It is a very long trek to this beach. However, it worth the walk as this beach is very beautiful. I also visited other places in Badagry like Badagry Museum, the first storey building. Click here to learn other fun things to do in Badagry Lagos.

Gberefu Island, Point of No return Badagry beach

Lekki Leisure Lake beach Lagos

Another beach in Lagos and entrance fee you need to know is Lekki Leisure Lake beach. This is also located at Lekki. The entry fee is 2000naira per person.

I would recommend this beach if you need private beach in Lagos on a budget. Also one of my best of the top 15 best beaches in Lagos. The entry fee gives you access to the beach benches, and all other facilities. However, you cannot bring in your food. You can only buy from the beach restaurant. In my opinion, the food at the restaurant is quite expensive.

All in all, I would recommend Lekki Leisure beach as it is a great place to have fun in Lagos.

Suntan beach

Suntan beach is another beach in Badagry Lagos. This is also very affordable. You can locate this beach taking a tricycle from Badagry roundabout.

The entry is 500naira per person. You can access all the beach chairs for free. Also, you can take a horse ride for 500naira. I would recommend taking pictures at the beach with their so called ” Professional photographer“. The pictures I got were crap. A mobile phone picture is way better.

Eleko Beach

Eleko beach is another fun beach to visit in Lagos. Although, this beach is quite far. It is a few more distance on a bus from Novare mall.

I enjoyed my visit to this beach. The beach is free to access as at when I visited (2019). However, I am unsure of any changes till date.

You can enjoy a stroll at the park, play soccer at the beach or just take instagrammable pictures. Also, you can book a beach hut which comes with a mini pool. If you love to swim, you cannot swim at the beach. This because it too deep and unsafe for swimming.

Landmark Beach resort and Hotels

Another best private beach to know and one of the top 15 best beaches in Lagos is Landmark beach. This beach is more a resort with access to the beach for hotel guest and day visit.

The entry fee is 2000naira per person. You can only pay for access to this beach online for day visit. Also, you cannot bring in your own food. You can get food at the beach for as low as 2000naira.

Landmark beach also has beach clubs you can enlist to. These beach clubs offers a lot of fun activities for members. You need to pay for beach benches or lounge chairs for access. The beach benches goes for about 4000naira for the bench.

However, if you’re on a budget, you can hang around and still have fun at the beach without paying for benches or chairs. You can go with a picnic mat to enjoy the beach view and have fun. Click here to book a day at landmark beach.

Oniru Private beach

Oniru beach is another beach you need to know. This beach is located a few walking distance from Landmark beach Lagos.

The entry fee to Oniru beach is 1000naira per person. Also, you can access the Moist beach club at this beach. Moist beach club is a fun place to visit. However, you cannot have access except you make reservations or buy a bottle of wine.

On my visit to Moist beach, I was declined access because they assumed I was underaged. Can you imagine? Anyways, you can explore Oniru beach too. Oniru beach is quite fun. However, it is always crowded. Also, the beach benches are too close to the water. Sometimes the waves flows to the lounging area and I find that disgusting.

You can bring in your food. Also, you can buy food at the beach. You can enjoy horse riding for a fee of 500naira or Jet ski for 2000naira per person for 5 minutes rides.

Other beaches to Know

Other fun beaches of the 15 best beaches in Lagos on my bucket list to explore are the following.

  • Elegushi Beach: I haven’t visited because it is the most common. Also, it is said to be always full to capacity.
  • Light house beach: This is a fun beach club located at Tarkwa bay. I am yet to visit because of the cost of access. However, I am unsure of access for day visit. Feel free to comment below if you know.
  • Ilashe beach: This is also another luxury private beach in Lagos to Know. You require a boat ride to access this beach. You can go on a day visit or stay in at their beach huts.
  • La Campaigne tropicana: This beach is my top bucket list destination. Although it is quite expensive too. The entry fee is 6000naira per person.

So, if you’re Lagos and need beaches to see, explore any of these Lagos beaches. These are the top 15 best beaches in Lagos you can explore.

Top 15 best beaches in Lagos: Private and Cheapest.

Tarkwa bay beach Lagos

Tarkwa bay beach is one of my favorite Lagos beaches to visit. Actually, it is my very first beach experience ever. Like we all know there are so many private beaches in Lagos state to explore.

Tarkwa bay beach is one of the best beaches in Lagos you need to know. Although, it is said to be an artificial beach, yet it looks so natural. I love this beach because the water is so neat. It is so organized but cheaper to access compared to Landmark beach Lagos.

So, here is all you need to know before you visit. The beach is my happy place and escapes from life’s hustle. So, If you love beaches, add this beach to your bucket list must-see place in Lagos.

Tarkwa bay beach: How do you get there from CMS?

Where is Tarkwa bay located? Tarkwa Bay is located close to CMS bus stop. You can only get there by boat. At CMS bus stop, take a ferry for 500 naira per person. Also, you take a ferry from Marina or Victoria island to Tarkwa bay beach.

How much does it cost to get into Tarkwa bay beach? The gate fee for Tarkwa bay beach is 300 naira. However, it was free on my first visit. The publicity of this place may cause the now gate fee. Actually, I love the fact that there is always an improvement since we started paying the fees to access this beach. So, I would not mind paying more for entry. (lol).

Unlike Laguna beach Lagos, you need to pay to use their beach chairs or tents. You can click here to read about Laguna beach Lagos. The fee is about 10000naira. However, you can negotiate to pay less. My sibling and I were able to get a tent to ourselves for as low as 5000naira.

What should I wear to Tarkwa Bay Beach?

There are so many options of outfits you can wear to the beach. You can wear a summer floral dress to the beach. Also, you can layer this dress on your bikini bra and shorts. (For those who want to swim or get wet at the beach). You can wear beach pants with a bandeau top to the beach.

For a modest look, add a denim jacket over the bandeau top. Click here to read what to wear to the beach on your visit.

You can shop for beachwear at this beach. Tarkwa Bay is close to the residents in this area. So, some of these residents sell beach wears. You can shop for bikini sets, beach hats, beach coverups, etc. Plus you can get coconut drinks too. ( This I look forward to always).

Tarkwa Bay beach
Can I bring my food to Tarkwa bay?

Unlike most beaches like Landmark beach, you are free to bring in your own food. Also, you can get food and drinks at Tarkwa bay beach. The food and drinks may be a little overpriced though. Like a soft drink may go for about 200naira compared to the usual 100naira or 150 naira.

You can also shop for souvenirs for yourself and your family. I love the raffia products that are being sold at this beach. On my last visit, I bought a raffia bag that I still use today. Another place in Lagos you can get raffia bags and homewares in wholesale or retail prices is the Lekki arts and craft market. This place I love because of its unique crafty and fashionable items. Click here to read my post on the Lekki arts and craft market.

Things to do at this beach

Tarkwa Bay is a fun place to be in. Each time I visit, I have maximum fun. Unlike the cramped spaces of Oniru beach, this beach is well organized. You can enjoy a fun time at the beach without needing a bench or chair. I actually prefer to sit on the rocks on the far end of the beach.

I also love the waves and the clear waters. I love to engage in Tarkwa bay is a stroll on the beach banks with water splashing on my feet. It is so refreshing. Sometimes, I wish I can swim too. You can swim in the water or surf on the beach. Most foreigners that visit this beach surf the waves of this beach. Some Nigerians too surf at this beach.

You can have a picnic at the beach, host a beach party or hang out. Also, you can play games with your friends to pass time. Engage in board games like scrabble, monopoly, or even cards.

If you love sport, you play soccer or volleyball at this beach. You can also pay to enjoy a quad bike ride at this beach. Another fun beach I would recommend that you visit is Lekki leisure beach. This beach is so fun and you have access to every facility for free after paying a 2000naira entry fee. So, if you want to visit the beach anytime soon, visit Tarkwa bay beach.

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Hotels near Tarkwa bay beach Lagos

Tarkwa bay beach has so many options for places to stay in. There beach view houses you can book to stay at the beach.

These beach house are luxury beach with at least 2 bedrooms. You can book this beach houses as perfect place to go on honeymoon.

There are also hotels near tarkwa bay beach you can stay in. These hotels gives a luxury feel and it quite close to the beach. The below are the hotels near tarkwa bay beach.

  1. Light house beach hotel. This hotel is painted all white with a pool. You can also opt to have a day pass to Light house beach.
  2. Ocean view beach camp and tarkwa bay cafe: This is my favorite of the hotels. You get to enjoy a feel of home away from home. This beach house is very beautiful.

Tarkwa bay beach Lagos: Fun things to do in Lagos