Nigeria has a lot of beautiful , picturesque and dramatic sceneries . One way to make your adventure activities even more memorable is to experience them in one of the most breathtaking places in Nigeria . Our high places are made for bungee jumping , waterfalls and beautiful hills for hiking , and large water bodies for canoeing , rafting and kayaking . So , on your mark , get your backpack ready and let ’s go on an adventure green white green style .

1 . Hiking
One can choose an ideal hiking adventure out of many hills and mountains in Nigeria . Whether it’s the Dawaki hills in Abuja , Mt . Patti in Lokoja, Holy Mountain in Calabar or Arinta waterfalls in Ekiti State , the journey will quench your thirst for walking adventure .

2 . Joining the train
See Nigeria from the coach of a train on a 40 -hour journey from Ebutte Meta in Lagos to Kano for about N2000 -N 4, 990 depending on the coach class . On this trip , you get to see cities like Ilorin, Minna, Ibadan , Osogbo and Abeokuta .

3 . Water activities
You can kayak in different places in Lagos , Abuja and Calabar at affordable prices . Paddle for an hour through water , watching the beautiful scenery of the city .

4 . Backpack and camping at Chappal Waddi
The mountains are calling , strap on a pair of boots and head for it. Moving at a walking pace through the wild forest gives you the time to appreciate its beauty , forget about problems and reflect on yourself . Chappal Waddi in Taraba is the perfect place for you to go camping with friends.

5 . Nightlife at Lighthouse Beach
Get your tent and your friends to spend a night at the beachside . If you would love an evening by the sea without the crowds and only the sounds of waves and distant horns from passing ships , Lighthouse Beach is your best bet . It is just a walk from Tarkwa Bay .

6 . Swimming at Wikki Warm Spring
Wikki Warm Spring in Bauchi is a haven for swimmers . Chase after elephants at Yankari Park and end the sweaty day in this beautiful spring .

7 . Catching waves at Tarkwa Bay
Surfing and smiling are the new Nigerian cool . Don ’ t be discouraged if you have never tried surfing . At Tarkwa Bay , a surf lesson teacher once featured on CNN will guide you through beginner surf lessons with ease .

8 . Scuba - diving
Whether you are an experienced diver or trying for the first time , there is a scuba school in Lagos for you; just bring yourself and keep your fear at home. Dive into an underwater treasure chest of vibrant marine life and sunken wrecks .

9 . Trampoline in Lagos
Learn to backflip or climb walls without fear of breaking your bones or sustaining severe injuries on a trampoline. West Africa ’s first trampoline park sits in Lekki phase 1.

10 . Paintballing
Paintballing is a good way to learn how to be strategic , plan properly and understand team building . Shoot your enemy till they dye ! In Port Harcourt, Lagos and Abuja , there are a good number of places you can paintballing in a group .
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These are indeed fun activities that one can engage in without spending a fortune. Personally,I will like to join the train as explained in second tip above. One can get to see various cities just for sightseeing!...