Lekki Conservation Centre, Nature reserve in Lekki Peninsula, Lagos, Nigeria.
Lekki Conservation Centre is a nature reserve on the Lekki Peninsula with wetlands and elevated walkways that allow visitors to watch monkeys, crocodiles, and many bird species. The facility has multiple observation platforms and trails that pass through different habitats.
The centre was founded in 1990 to protect wildlife along Nigeria's southwestern coast. It was created through a partnership between the Nigerian Conservation Foundation and Chevron Corporation as a safeguarded area for the region.
The name reflects a commitment to wildlife protection, and visitors come here to observe birds and connect with nature in a direct way. Local people use the site as a place to learn about the animals and plants that live in their region.
The site is located at Kilometer 19 on the Lagos-Epe Expressway and opens daily from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Visitors should wear good walking shoes and bring water, especially during hot weather.
The site has a 401 meter canopy walkway, one of Africa's longest, that takes visitors high above the vegetation. This elevated path offers an unexpected view of the landscape from a completely different perspective.
Location: Lagos
Inception: 1990
Address: Km 19, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos 550104, Nigeria
Website: http://ncfnigeria.org/projects/lekki-conservation-centre
GPS coordinates: 6.43639,3.53556
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:01
Photo license: CC BY-SA 4.0
Nigeria encompasses waterfalls, historic sites, national parks, and archaeological locations that document the country's natural and cultural heritage. The Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove and Sukur Cultural Landscape are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, while geological formations like the Olumo Rock in Abeokuta and Idanre Hills shape the region's topography. The ancient Kano City Walls demonstrate the city's historic role as a trading center. National parks and reserves such as Gashaka Gumti, Yankari Game Reserve, and Okomu National Park protect diverse ecosystems ranging from savanna to rainforest. The Afi Wildlife Sanctuary shelters endangered primate species. Natural phenomena include the Ikogosi Warm Springs in Ekiti, where warm and cold water converge, and Ebonyi Salt Lake, which offers rare geological features. Waterfalls including Erin Ijesha, Owu, and Gurara draw visitors to forested regions. Archaeological sites like Nok Village, known for terracotta figures dating to the first millennium BC, and the Alok Ikom Monoliths in Cross River State document ancient civilizations. The Obudu Mountain Resort in Cross River provides access to highland areas. Coastal regions include the Epe Mangroves and beaches such as Tarkwa Bay and Eleko near Lagos, while cultural facilities like the Nike Art Gallery and National War Museum in Umuahia present historical and artistic collections.
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