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LUFASI Park is a 20-hectare nature park on the outskirts of Lagos, Nigeria, that specialises in eco-tourism.

LUFASI stands for Lekki Urban Forestry and Animal Shelter Initiative and is situated at KM41 on the Lekki-Epe Expressway. LUFASI was established in 2013 by an NGO under its founder Desmond Majekodunmi.[1] It is "dedicated to the preservation of natural habitats in urban areas for use as a field laboratory to interact with and learn from nature".[1] It "serves as an urban hub for learning, recreation and awareness on climate change and the natural environment".[2]

There is a wildlife park and a children's playground; one can hire bikes to go trail cycling or follow the paths through the jungle on foot. You can spend the night in a ‘Geo-Dome’ surrounded by nature,[3] take part in a painting or pottery workshop, or practise yoga. Further activities are kayaking and fishing at lake Nora, picnicking and bird watching.[4]

Photographers, content creators and filmmakers appreciate the picturesque backdrop of the nature park.[5]

The place is not overcrowded and offers a tranquillity that is rare in Lagos. It is opened from 9 am to 6 pm.

References

  1. 1 2 administrator (2014-12-17). "LUFASI | Loving Nature". Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  2. "LUFASI Nature Park I Nigeria". www.infrahub.africa. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  3. "Lufasi Lodges — Nigeria's First Glamping & Geo-Dome Forest Retreat in Lagos, Nigeria". Lufasi Lodges. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  4. Tours, Kampari (2024-05-10). "Top 6 things to do at Lufasi Nature park". Kampari Tours. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  5. The Legendary Experience (2025-08-29). I Just Uncovered One of Nigeria's Best Kept Secrets… Wow!. Retrieved 2026-08-26 via YouTube.

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