Day Tours

Group Package

8D/7N Calabar Carnival Package

Calabar, Nigeria

Booking Starts On: 01st Mar - 30th Sep

Package Starts On: 23rd Dec - 31st Dec

USD899 / Adult

USD742 / Child

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Overview

Welcome to the Calabar Carnival – Africa’s Biggest Street Party!

Immerse yourself in the heart of Nigeria’s most vibrant cultural celebration, held from December 1st to 31st. This world-renowned festival showcases the richness of African heritage through music, fashion, dance, drama, and dazzling artistic displays.

Join the electrifying band parade, where you will don stunning costumes and become part of the spectacle.
Discover the charm of Calabar while indulging in luxurious accommodations and unforgettable culinary delights.
With thousands of visitors from around the globe, the carnival is a melting pot of talent, creativity, and pure joy.

Don’t just watch the magic—become part of it. Experience the rhythm, the colors, and the soul of Africa like never before.

Tour Overview

Availability

Yes

Duration

8D/7N

Pickup Location

Pickup available from Margaret Ekpo International Airport.

Language

English

Tour Guide

Included

7 Nights Hotel Accommodation
Experienced and qualified guide
Breakfast & Dinner
Cross River National Park
Visit to Slave Museum
Drill Ranch and National Museum
Access Fees

Excluded

Local Flight
Lunch

Itenary

Day 1

12:00 PM

There are two hubs to fly into Calabar which include the Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos and the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. Flights into Calabar during this carnival period are usually expensive, we always advise you to book your flights way ahead to get good fares
05:00 PM

Spend sometime at the pool side where you all get to familiarize yourself and set the mood for the activities of the next day. You may choose to explore the clubhouse, grill, and other fun activities.
07:00 PM

Settle in for a sumptuous dinner at the Chester restaurant where you get to have a taste of the culinary experience of Calabar

Day 2

07:00 AM

Gym work-out and aerobics
08:00 AM

Freshen up after your workout and head to the restaurant for breakfast.
10:00 AM

Explore the Marina resort where the fun and excitement of Christmas is charged with several activities happening simultaneously. First of it will be the visit to the Slave history museum, where you are taken through the harrowing experiences of men and women who lived during the time. This is an emotional experience that touches your heart and makes you view humanity from a different perspective and better living.
12:00 PM

Take a boat cruise to the Twin Island. A place where the killing of twins was ended in Nigeria by Mary Slessor. While on the boat cruise, you will catch a glimpse of the floating station on the lagoon as the gentle breeze blows around you. The view on the lagoon sure encapsulate your thoughts.
03:00 PM

Time to explore the Drill ranch. This is where endangered drill monkeys are kept, raised before being transferred into the wild. The drill monkeys are the second closest to humans after the gorilla. It's quite an interesting experience. You may wish to donate a token towards the upkeep and sustenance of the project driven by a private conservationist.
07:00PM

Dinner is served.

Day 3

07:00 AM

Gym and Aeobics
08:00 AM

Breakfast is served.
10:00 AM

You will take a trip to the Cross River National Park on an adventure into the jungle experience. You get to explore one of the world's bio-diversity rainforest in Nigeria. The Flora and Fauna are enchanting and draws you to nature.
04:00 PM

Preparation to experience the carnival display which commences later in the day. The cultural carnival experience continues long into the night. However, you may wish to continue with the event and later return to the hotel at your pace. Be sure not to miss dinner as the fun and excitement of the carnival is so electrifying.
07:00 PM

Dinner is served.

Day 4

07:00 AM

Aerobic & Workout
08:00 AM

Breakfast is served
11:00 AM

You will be taken on a trip to the National Museum. Spend time at the museum exploring the rich history of Nigeria from the colonial times.
05:00 PM

Join the scheduled carnival activities for the day.
07:00 PM

Dinner is served.

Day 5

07:00 AM

Aerobics & Workout
08:00 AM

Breakfast is served
04:00 PM

It's the main carnival day and activities begin to gather momentum from mid-day. After lunch, take some rest and prepare for the main carnival display. You may wish to dress up in your costume before joining the carnival. This is an all-night event.
07:00 PM

Dinner is served

Day 6

07:00 AM

Aerobics and Gym
08:00 AM

Wake up to breakfast (If you retire to the hotel early enough to catch some sleep).
04:00 PM

Prepare to join the scheduled carnival event for the day.
07:00 PM

Dinner is served.