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10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by kingphilip(m): 2:26am On Jun 08, 2015 |
Nigeria is blessed with some of the stunning natural swimming spots available for refreshing and relaxing All information and photos are Culled from http://www.travelstart.com.ng/blog/10-stunning-natural-swimming-spots-in-nigeria/ cc: seun Ishilove lalasticlala mynd44 justwise disGuy Frontpage please 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by kingphilip(m): 2:34am On Jun 08, 2015 |
1. Erin Ijesha Waterfall Submerge yourself in the cool waters of Erin Ijesha – Olumirin Waterfall and have a swell time. Within the Osun seven step waterfall is the swimming spot, which is mystical and offers swimmers something daring to do when they jump inside the water at the base of the falls. Erin Ijesha falls is referred to as Olumirin by the locals. It has remained almost secluded because of its religious significance but it is open to the public. 2. Ikogosi Spring Just be ready to lunge to great depths as your lungs endure while you duck dive down the water in Ikogosi Spring. It is tucked away by Mother Nature in Ikogosi-Ekiti, where it created a cold and warm spring to flow side by side, with few myths surrounding its origin. Visit this natural water spot and have a dip in any of the waters. There is no need wasting time if you really want to swim here, just go and make the fishes envious with your swimming skills. 3. Owu Falls Some said that the heaven has come to be among men at this highest waterfalls in the country, with water cascading down to a pool of ice cold water. What an experience to swim here during the hot weather? You are not going to be alone when you arrive at the Owu Falls because there are a lot of swimmers who are eager to make a dive inside the water. 4. Wikki Spring In the local Duguri language, Wikki is translated as ‘Where are you? Okay, if you ever find yourself in this warm water spring which is the largest in Yankari National Park, what are you going to do? This is where you can unwind and relax. This spring has become the favourite of tourists because of its constant temperate at 31.1°C. 5 Likes 4 Shares
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Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by kingphilip(m): 2:41am On Jun 08, 2015 |
5. Assop Water Falls This is a nature gift to the people of Plateau State. It is situated in a picturesque surrounding that makes swimming exciting. Just some kilometres along the Jos- Akwanga road, you will find this stunning nature’s wonder. Definitely, you will love this place! 6. Agbokim Waterfall There are a lot of tourist attraction sites in Ikom, Cross River state but Agbokim waterfalls is quite a beautiful spot to behold. This waterfall appears to be falling sheet of water. The cross border experience it gives to Nigerians and Cameroonians is alluring, the waterfall has seven streams that cascades over the rocks comes down as a seven faced falls. 7. Farin Ruwa Falls All the way to Nasarawa State is situated the Farin Ruwa Falls. You have a natural swimming spot that has a height of 150m and 50 metres wide. You cannot beat the splendour that comes from this fall that is compared with the Niagra and Victoria Falls. 8. Arinta Waterfall Are you thinking of going somewhere where only a few do, then it is time to visit the Arinta Water Falls in Ipole-Iloro, Ekiti State. It is surrounded by natural forest vegetation and it is not far from the Ikogosi Warm Spring. It is a perfect place for your picnic, relaxation and swimming. 4 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by kingphilip(m): 2:44am On Jun 08, 2015 |
9. Enemabia Warm Spring Do not expect to see a waterfall here. If you love waters, you would adore this stunning warm spring that is situated in Benue state. You can spend your day swimming here. The scenery of Enemabia Warm Spring is stunning and natural. For those who want to swim in exotic locations, no need travelling out of the country to do so when this warm spring is all yours to conquer. 10. Gurara Waterfalls The last on our list is a waterfall called the Gurara Falls that is situated along Minna-Suleja road. You can only have one word for this place, blissful and when you take that first step inside the clear water especially during the dry season; do not expect to take a step backward because you are going to take a that dip. 4 Likes 1 Share
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Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by olamydey(f): 5:54am On Jun 08, 2015 |
Beautiful After 9yrs of been a nairalander,Im FTC. This space belongs to everybody and belongs to nobody 15 Likes |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by mrsage(m): 6:51am On Jun 08, 2015 |
Nice |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by greatmarshall(m): 6:52am On Jun 08, 2015 |
Nice |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by Tabishkhan(m): 7:01am On Jun 08, 2015 |
These are some really beautiful places to visit i can see the mesmerizing beauty of this place in the image. 2 Likes |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by harjibolar10(m): 8:41am On Jun 08, 2015 |
You mean all these are in Nigeria? Wow, that's wonderful and beautiful God bless ma country, Nigeria! !!! 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by efilefun(m): 1:35pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by G12(m): 1:36pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
wow! I love nature and adventure |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by Sijo01(f): 1:36pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
My village river too |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by imsuboi(m): 1:36pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
This country is blessed sha 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by RichDad1(m): 1:37pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
Lagoon boys where you at? 1 Like |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by Expsbterror(m): 1:37pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
Naso.. . Pure relaxing spots |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by sukkot: 1:37pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
black man and water no dey mix. make i keep my bodyy jeje for house make i no go drown 4 Likes |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by elohorayodele: 1:38pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
only been to 2 n 4. ikogosi was very nice coz its a warm spring with good lodging just a couple of feet away, wikki had the added advantage of wildlife observation 2 Likes |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by andymofia(m): 1:38pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
sukkot: lmao |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by StepTwo: 1:38pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
OP, did you say swimming spot? Hmmmm! 1 Like |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by Expsbterror(m): 1:39pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
Would love to take several dips in all |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by AnneMomoh: 1:39pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
I really need a vacation in these spots 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by naijainfogalery: 1:39pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
some boys have started thinking, best spot to take that stubborn girl that has been doing shakara - Hmmmmmmm girls beware things happen under water oo 1 Like |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by AnneMomoh: 1:39pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
DankemzI: House? |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by RichDad1(m): 1:39pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
The Federal Ministry of Tourism and their States counterparts are not doing the right thing. By now, Nigeria should have been a better Tourist destination better than SA and Kenya 2 Likes |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by ZACHIE: 1:40pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
After a 10 Metre wide rivulet killed 21 people in Festac, I stopped underrating any pool of water. Any water wey pass bucket,I no dey play with. |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by mkoabiola: 1:40pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
Erin ijesha is a gud place to catch fun but d govt are not investing in d sector. Dere is no hotel to lodge I was dere 4yrs ago. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by elohorayodele: 1:40pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
AnneMomoh: avoid the ones in the north for now though 1 Like |
Re: 10 Stunning Natural Swimming Spots In Nigeria by magicminister: 1:41pm On Jun 08, 2015 |
I can bet that the nigerian police has dumped some bodies (victims of extra judical killings) in each and every single water body in Nigeria. |
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