Sleep near Ebute if you plan an early lagoon crossing
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Ferries to Lagos Island mostly run on weekdays from about 6:30 am, with rush hours from 6:30 to 9 am and 4 to 6:30 pm, and the crossing takes 30 to 45 minutes against around two hours by road. Staying in the Ebute area near the ferry terminal means a short trip to the early boats. Ebute also has lagoon-front lounges for the evening. Check the terminal is open first.
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Sleep near Ebute if you plan an early lagoon crossingEbute area, Ikorodu, near the ferry terminal
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