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Everything tourists and returning diaspora need for a smooth festival trip — from touchdown to day trips.
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By Air
About 25–30 min drive to Unity Park. Ibom Air flies daily from Lagos and Abuja, with connections from Port Harcourt and other cities. Book early for December — fares rise in the last two weeks. Airport taxis and Bolt pickups wait at the arrivals forecourt.
By Road
Major lines arrive at the Itam Park and Uyo city terminals from Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Calabar. From either terminal, a short taxi or keke ride gets you to Unity Park.
Free shuttles
Evening shuttles run every 20 minutes from 3 PM from Ibom Plaza, Itam Junction and the Ewet Housing stop to the Unity Park main gate, with the last return at 12:30 AM.
To keep traffic moving, drivers may only stop at these points on the Unity Park perimeter. Set your Bolt pin to the matching gate.
Pin A · North Gate
Bolt & ride-hailing pickup / drop-off
Pin B · East Lay-by
Licensed taxis & keke only
Pin C · South Car Park
Private cars & chauffeur drop-off
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Ikot Ekpene · 35 km from Unity Park
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Day trip · ~1 hr 30 min from Uyo
One of the longest sandy beaches in West Africa. Go early, try the fresh fish grilled by the shore, and avoid swimming beyond the marked areas.
Day trip · ~1 hr 30 min from Uyo
The historic site linked to the 1914 amalgamation of Nigeria, next to the Women's War memorial. Combine with a riverside lunch in Ikot Abasi.
Day trip · ~1 hr from Uyo
Pay respects to the Scottish missionary remembered for ending twin killing. Pair with a stop at the nearby Mary Slessor heritage sites.
Day trip · ~45 min from Uyo
The 'Raffia City' — shop handwoven bags, hats, mats and masks straight from artisans. Bring cash and enjoy bargaining.
Day trip · ~1 hr from Uyo
A striking clear blue river in Ukanafun, ideal for a calm nature trip, photos and a picnic by the water. Go with a local guide.
