Good thing yet is that there are private beaches in Lagos, as well as public beaches. In the past, public beaches were more popular but with the growing need for people to experience some form of privacy, private beaches were built. Public beaches are cheaper than private beaches and have all the fun you can imagine including horseback rides, picnic spaces, food shacks and more. Private beaches on the other hand are more personal and do not have as many activities as a public beach, but if you are going to a private beach plan for fun activities or food that would keep you occupied.
Without keeping you waiting, let’s dive into this list and explore the top ten beaches in Lagos, Nigeria.
1. Oniru Beach
Just as the name implies this private beach is located in Oniru, Victoria Island. It’s the peace, serenity, outlook that invites you into Oniru beach apart from it being a popular venue for parties, hangouts in Lagos State. This beach is owned by the Oniru Royal Family, and so it is well taken care of. On this beach, the bars or food stands are mostly owned by celebrities, and so celebrities often visit it. Swimming is somewhat safe, unlike other bigger beaches. Also the kind of breeze that greets you once you approach the beach is an experience you have to enjoy whenever you are around this area.
2. Elegushi Beach
This private beach is one of the most popular in Lagos and is also owned by a Royal family-Elegushi family from Lagos, Nigeria. It is located at the Ikate-Elegushi area of Lagos State. This beach is so popular that people refer to it as a public beach when in real knowledge it is a private beach. The size of the beach is one of its few highpoints, and it also offers some fun activities that are not found easily in other public or private beaches, like horseback rides, beach nightclubs, paintballing, suya spots, live performances, and food shack varieties. To gain access to this beach, there is a gate fee to be paid which can fluctuate from time to time.
3. Atican Beach
This is another private beach located around Abraham Adesanya Road, Ajah, Lagos State. This beach is mostly known for its clean surroundings which some attribute to its location which is far off on the Lagos Island. Regardless, it is a beach that offers fun and a place of mind relaxation away from the noise in Lagos. The beach offers a lodge if one wants to spend the night, a restaurant, a bar, a swimming pool, plays area for children. This beach is suitable for couples, family events, and private functions.
4. Whispering Palms Beach resort
This beach is located on the outskirts of Lagos State off Lagos-Badagry Expressway. This beach is a popular spot for couples looking to spend the night or have some fun in a beautiful, serene yet fun-packed resort. Apart from the beach it has, the resort offers guests that are willing to lodge a hotel experience with comfortability. This place offers a swimming pool, a gym, nearby restaurants, a basketball court, a bar, and many more facilities.
5. Tarkwa Bay Beach
This unique beach is located near the Lagos Harbour and can only be accessed by boat. It is an island on its own and it presents guests with a host of fun activities especially people who love to take a dip. There are different vendors on the beach selling things like coconuts, drinks, finger snacks, etc. There are also options for outdoor games, food shacks, cabanas.
6. La Campagne Tropicana
Focused on showcasing the African culture in a cosmopolitan manner, this resort features a clean, serene beach, lagoon, mangrove forest that allow its guests to take in the beautiful things of life and the other creatures in it. Located off Ibeju-Lekki area of Lagos State, this resort is a perfect place for couples, families, corporate getaways, friends, small events. Facilities found in this resort are quad bikes, gym, spa, swimming pool, restaurant, and this beach offers a lodge where guests can stay to spend the night or the weekend.
7. Eleko Beach
This is a private beach located in Lekki, Lagos. It is not as popular as other beaches so it is always crowd-free, noiseless, and perfect for couples looking to bond outdoors. This beach offers a wide variety of activities including, horse-riding, kayaking, sporting activities, restaurant, ocean breeze, barbecue, and a local art market.
8. Lekki Leisure Lake
This beach located at Okunda Blue Water Tourism Scheme offers a blend of fun outdoor activities including quad biking, jet-skiing, zip-lining, food shacks, and more. This beach does not permit food from outside so you can guess that are wide options of food shacks. It is suitable for family outings, group outings, and even a couple of outings, and this place takes security precautions very seriously. It also has event centers where small functions can hold.
9. Ilashe Beach
This is a private beach located at Badagry creek that is home to La Manga luxury resort and Casa Ilashe resort. On this beach, guests can enjoy outdoor activities like swimming, quad biking, beach volleyball, beach soccer, boat rides, and more.
10. Baracuda Beach Resort
Probably coining its name from the barracuda fish, this beach located at Okun-Mapo village, Ajah, Lagos is a private beach that also offers a lodging facility for guests looking to get cozy at the resort. The resort offers an outdoor pool, beach access, restaurant, bar, fitness center, beach soccer, volleyball, and a breathtaking view of the Atlantic ocean.
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