Most of Lekki is tarmac, estates and traffic, so a patch of protected forest with two lakes and rescued animals sounds almost too good to be true. People search for Lufasi Park because they want to know three things before spending money on a ride out there: whether it is open, what the gate fee is, and where exactly on the Lekki-Epe Expressway to get down.
The park’s own website answers the first and the address, but not the fee, and the prices quoted in blogs do not agree. Here is what the organisation publishes, what visitors report, and how to plan the journey so the trip is not wasted at the wrong bus stop.
What Lufasi Nature Park Is and Who Runs It
LUFASI stands for Lekki Urban Forestry and Animal Shelter Initiative, a non-governmental organisation set up in 2013. Lufasi Nature Park, Lagos, is its public face: about 20 hectares of indigenous forest, farmland and lakes that the organisation describes as an urban field laboratory for learning from nature. The park has been fully operational since November 2016.
It is not a theme park or a resort. The organisation’s stated purpose is learning, recreation and awareness of the natural environment, so conservation comes first and the visitor facilities sit alongside it. The forest protects Ekki, also called ironwood (Lophira alata), which the organisation lists as vulnerable, and the project also works to protect the hooded vulture, listed as critically endangered.
The published opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 9am to 6pm, and Sunday from 12 noon to 6pm. Some travel blogs show shorter hours, such as 10am to 5pm, so treat the official times as the limit and arrive well before the afternoon light fades. The park publishes three phone numbers on its contact page, 08186688485, 07054445127 and 08038594045, which are worth a call before a group visit or a holiday trip.
Lufasi Park Entrance Fee and Other Costs
The park’s website does not publish a Lufasi Park gate fee, so there is no official figure to quote. What exists is a trail of visitor reports. One Lagos guide gives ₦1,500 for adults and about ₦500 for children, while its own FAQ says ₦1,000 to ₦1,500 per person. Older write-ups quote ₦1,000 for adults and ₦500 for children. Expect the Lufasi Park entry fee, called the entrance fee in some guides, to sit in the low four figures per adult, and confirm it by phone or at the gate.
Extra charges can apply for:
- Photoshoots, film crews, events and research visits, which the park handles as separate bookings.
- Horse riding, which guides list as an add-on without a published price.
- Anything you buy on site, since food options are limited and some visitors report no restaurant at all.
A simple budget for two adults is the gate fee, a packed lunch, water and the ride out and back. Transport is usually the biggest cost, especially on ride-hailing apps from Victoria Island or Lekki Phase 1. If you are comparing nature spots before choosing, our Lekki Conservation Centre guide covers the better-known option nearer town.
How to Get to Lufasi Park
The official Lufasi Park location is Majek 1st Gate, KM 41, Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos. Majek 1st Gate is also the name of the bus stop, and it is the phrase to give a driver or conductor. Lufasi Park, Lagos, sits directly on the expressway, so watch for its signage as you approach.
By Car or Ride-Hailing
Search for LUFASI Nature Park on your map app and check that the pin sits on the expressway at KM 41. Then tell the driver “Majek 1st Gate” as well. Directions for Lufasi Park, Sangotedo, are common, but a general instruction to Sangotedo or Awoyaya can drop you short of the gate or carry you past it. Visitor guides mention on-site parking, though you should ask when you call, particularly on public holidays and event days.
Agree the return before you go. Pick-ups may be harder to get that far along the expressway, so ask your driver whether they can wait or come back for you, and keep a second option ready.
By Bus and Tricycle
A route described by a Lagos blogger runs from the mainland to Ajah by bus, then by tricycle in the direction of Awoyaya, getting down at the Majek 1st Gate stop, with the park on the right. Buses and danfo run along the Lekki-Epe Expressway, so tell the conductor your stop when you board. If the bus does not go all the way, ask for a tricycle or bike to Majek 1st Gate and agree the fare first.
The Lekki-Ajah Road Works
Lagos State announced a phased rehabilitation of the Lekki-Ajah corridor in November 2025, with lane changes and night-time intersection closures at points such as Admiralty Way Junction, Maruwa, Chisco, Jakande and Chevron. Whatever the state of the works when you travel, leave early, avoid the evening rush on the way home, and check Lagos State transport notices on the day.
Lufasi Park Activities Inside the Grounds
The park’s website lists an eco hall, a children’s play park, a forest tour, an animal sanctuary, Lake Nora and Lake Moses, a Shinrin-Yoku platform, an adult game area, football, volleyball and basketball pitches, and picnic areas. Here is how those fit into a visit.
The Forest Trail
The forest tour is the main reason to come. Paths run under tall trees, and one Lagos blogger reported that a guide can be requested at the park. Wear shoes that can handle uneven ground, because guides describe some trails as rough.
Lake Moses and Lake Nora
The two lakes are the quiet spots. Guest feedback quoted on the organisation’s homepage mentions a lake for kayaking, so ask on arrival whether boats are running on your day, and what it costs. Even without a boat, visitors describe huts and stone seats by the water, which suit a flask and a slow half hour.
The Animal Sanctuary
The sanctuary shelters animals that were rescued or persecuted, including African wild donkeys, West African Barb horses, Mona monkeys and helmeted guinea fowl. The organisation says animals are rehabilitated and released where possible, and vets and groomers look after those that stay. Do not feed or chase them. Keepers manage what the animals eat, and visitor snacks can make them ill.
Shinrin-Yoku Platform and Sports
Shinrin-Yoku means forest bathing, a slow walk or sit among trees with the phone away. The park has a dedicated platform for it. On the active side, the website mentions tournaments for table tennis and volleyball that are open to the public, and the pitches suit a group looking for a game.
If you want to build a bigger day around the Lekki corridor, our guide to fun places in Lekki lists other places along the Lekki corridor.
Rules and Photography at Lufasi Park
A Lagos guide to the park lists the common rules: no smoking, no loud music, no alcohol, no feeding or chasing the animals, and pets generally not allowed. The park’s own pages do not publish a rule list, so follow the signs at the gate and any instruction from the staff.
Casual phone photography is part of most visits. Professional shoots, pre-wedding sessions and commercial filming are different, because the same guide says extra charges may apply for shoots, events and research bookings, so arrange the fee and timing before the day. Ask about drones separately. No drone policy is published.
What to Bring and When to Go
Pack water, a packed lunch, insect repellent, a hat and shoes you do not mind getting muddy. Carry some cash in small notes in case card or transfer payment is not available at the gate. Bring a refuse bag and take your rubbish out, since the visit is meant to protect the forest, not add to it.
Weekday mornings are the quietest, and guides describe weekends as the busiest time. Cooler morning hours also make the trail easier, and paths can be slippery after rain, so a dry spell is the better choice for a first visit to Lufasi Park.
Staying Overnight at Lufasi Lodges
Lufasi Lodges runs geo-dome accommodation connected to the park, with park access included for guests. Its website publishes all-inclusive rates per person per night, starting at ₦255,000 for a single guest on Sunday to Thursday and ₦280,000 on Friday and Saturday, before 7.5% VAT and a 5% Lagos consumption tax. The same page quotes a lower “from” figure in its sales text, so confirm the price at booking. That is a separate budget from a day trip, and it suits a special occasion better than a casual outing.
For other overnight options around Lagos, see our list of resorts in Lagos with prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is There an Official Lufasi Park Entrance Fee?
The park’s website does not publish one. Visitor guides report ₦1,000 to ₦1,500 for adults and about ₦500 for children, so confirm by phone before you go.
Where Do I Get Down for Lufasi Park?
Ask for Majek 1st Gate on the Lekki-Epe Expressway, which matches the park’s address at KM 41. Check the pin on your map app as well, because Sangotedo and Awoyaya are both close but not the gate.
Can I Bring My Own Food?
Yes, visitors commonly bring picnic food and drinks, and on-site food is limited. Take your rubbish away with you, and do not feed the animals.
Is It Suitable for Children?
Yes, the park has a children’s play park and picnic areas, and children pay less at the gate according to visitor reports. Keep young children close near the lakes and the animal enclosures.
Before You Set Off on the Expressway
Lufasi Park rewards a morning start, a charged phone and a clear plan for the ride home. Call one of the published numbers to confirm the fee and hours, aim for Majek 1st Gate, and leave before the evening traffic builds on the Lekki-Epe Expressway.
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