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Firstly, here is a brief introduction of Nigeria for the first time travelers. Nigeria is an underdeveloped African country that acquires a place among tourist destinations for three reasons:

1. Its cultural celebrations and traditional festivals
2. The African Safari, forests, waterfalls and wild life expedition
3. The folk dances, Abuja Carnival and mythical Aso Rock

So first things first, getting in is easier now for travelers from International destinations as the country takes pride in its very own national carrier Arik Air. This is a strong and rising airline that offers direct flights to Abuja on weekly specified days, from London Heathrow airport.

Arik air also offers cheap flights tickets to Lagos and the other prominent destinations of Nigeria, through a wide network of domestic flights. For instance, to book Port Harcourt flights one can fly nonstop to Lagos, enjoy an overnight stay and catch a morning flight to Port Harcourt. However, as every year Nigerian Abuja Carnival is gaining more popularity, the tickets almost become unavailable near the dates of the Abuja Carnival. The same situation occurs near East, Christmas and summer holidays when many Nigerian nationals and tourists rush for low cost airlines to Nigeria from around the world airports.

So moving on, the attractions of Nigeria come in much cheap as far as the wild life and safari is concerned. The accommodations as well as excursions in Nigeria are far more affordable when compared with its rival safari and wild life destinations in Africa. Though the variety of animals is not the same as in bigger countries but it’s worth having an experience of Nigerian wild life.

The other such wildlife related attractions of Nigeria that provoke tourists to visit the country include its dense rain forests and savannahs. Also there are some waterfalls in Nigeria that are a must visit for all tourists hoping to picture a different side of the country.  The beaches in Lagos are also popular among visitors but the best time to visit Lagos beach is on Sunday when the whole community from nearby areas heads to this ultimate picnic spot for families.

Moreover, the last but not least Aso Rock remained a centre of many folk tales and myths associated with it for ages. There was a time when it was said that whoever went to the Aso Rock never returned. Very recently, the Nigerian Government started rock climbing competitions to boost International tourism that lead to the end of all mystical creatures and folk tales surrounding the Aso Rock.

Some of the other popular things or occasion that should be attended while in Nigeria include the famous Durbar festival.