National park · Nigeria
Ikogosi Warm Springs
Enter Ikogosi Warm Springs for ₦500 (≈$1) and walk the short resort trail; best in dry season (Nov–Mar) to avoid rain and crowds.
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Area
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Established
1978
Best months
Nov–Feb
UNESCO
None
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At a glance
- Country
- Nigeria
- Area
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- Land area reported as 116 ha (≈0.116 km²).
- Established
- 1978
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- Permits
- For some areas
Ikogosi Warm Springs is a resort in Ekiti State where warm and cold spring waters flow side‑by‑side without mixing, set in a 116 ha forested garden with a hotel, pools and short walking trails.
Decide
Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1978.
Size and age
0 km² (0 sq mi)0 sq mi (0 km²) · national park since 1978
Land area reported as 116 ha (≈0.116 km²).
Why go
- See warm and cold springs flow side‑by‑side without mixing.
- Explore the forested, hilly garden setting of the resort.
When to go
- JanBest
- FebBest
- MarGo
- AprCaution
- MayCaution
- JunAvoid
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepCaution
- OctGo
- NovBest
- DecBest
- JanDry, cooler
- FebDry, cooler
- MarStart of wet season
- AprRain increases
- MayRainy, hotter
- JunWet season peak
- JulWet season peak
- AugWet season peak
- SepRain tapering
- OctTransition to dry
- NovDry, pleasant
- DecDry, pleasant
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Local forest birdsAll year | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Ado Ekiti (Fajuyi Park)
Drive south on Ipole‑Iloro road to the resort.
≈1 h
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From Ekiti State capital (Ado Ekiti) by public transport
Bus to Ikogosi, then local taxi.
≈1.5 h
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Resort core | Entry gate, hotel, gardens, warm & cold spring pools. | Open with ticket. |
| Forest trail | Short walking path around the springs and forest. | Open with ticket. |
Sketch map
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3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates approximate centre of the resort; exact points taken from mapping data.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
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Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry ticket | NGN 500 | person | Official price from resort information. |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Entry ticket permit or guide
Park rules
- Entry ticket
- Required for all visitors; purchase at gate.
- Swimming
- Allowed only in designated pools; no diving.
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish.
Where to stay
In the park
Ikogosi Warm Spring Hotel
Hotel with chalets and suites; prices ₦12,500–₦67,500 per night.
Near the park
Ado Ekiti town
Budget guesthouses and hotels 30 min away.
Safety
Slippery rocks low
Heat medium
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Resort entrance and short trail are wheelchair‑accessible with assistance.
Visiting lightly
- Support the resort’s conservation of the spring ecosystem by staying on marked paths.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Ikogosi Warm Springs?
Entry is ₦500 per person (≈$1 in 2026).
What are the best hikes in Ikogosi Warm Springs?
The short forest walk around the springs (1–2 h) is the main trail; longer hikes are not developed.
When is the best time to visit Ikogosi Warm Springs?
Dry season, especially November to March, offers pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
Is there accommodation on site?
Yes, the Ikogosi Warm Spring Hotel offers rooms from ₦12,500 to ₦67,500 per night.
How do I get to the springs from Ado Ekiti?
Drive south on Ipole‑Iloro road for about 1 hour; public buses also serve the route.
Deep dive
Every source; fees and rules change, so check before you go
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