Ikogosi Warm Springs in Ekiti State is built around a genuine natural rarity â a warm spring and a cold spring meeting at a single point without mixing â and it's one of the more relaxed getaways on this list once you've made the drive.
ToTrip Car Rental Services arranges Ikogosi trips regularly, and the resort setting around the springs makes it an easier stop to unwind at compared to some of the more physically demanding sites further along this route.
Getting There From Lagos
Ikogosi sits in Ekiti State, reached via the Lagos-Ibadan-Ekiti road in roughly four to five hours depending on traffic. It's a similar distance to Idanre Hills, and the two are close enough to each other that some visitors combine both into one trip.
The Warm-And-Cold Confluence
The springs themselves are the main draw â a warm spring and a cold spring flowing together at one point without blending temperatures, a natural phenomenon that's genuinely unusual to see up close. The surrounding resort grounds are set up for a relaxed visit, with pools and walking trails built around the springs.
đ Ikogosi Trip Basics
A More Relaxed Pace Than Some Other Getaways
Unlike a hilltop climb or a multi-tier waterfall hike, Ikogosi is built for a slower, more resort-style visit â less about physical exertion and more about time by the water. That makes it a comfortable choice for a group with mixed fitness levels or anyone wanting a genuinely restful getaway.
"Ikogosi is the easier trip on this list in terms of pace â you're not climbing anything, you're mostly just enjoying the springs."
â ToTrip Car Rental Services, Chauffeur Team
Planning an Ikogosi Warm Springs trip? We'll time the drive so you arrive with a full afternoon to enjoy the resort grounds.
Book A ChauffeurFrequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Lagos to Ikogosi Warm Springs?
Around four to five hours each way via the Ibadan-Ekiti road, similar in distance to Idanre Hills within the same general region.
Is Ikogosi a physically demanding trip like Idanre Hills or Erin Ijesha?
No â it's a considerably more relaxed, resort-style visit built around the springs themselves rather than a climb or hike.
Can Ikogosi be combined with Idanre Hills in one trip?
Yes â given their similar distance and general direction from Lagos, some visitors combine both into a single multi-day trip.
Ikogosi Warm Springs is one of the more relaxed getaways within reach of Lagos â a genuinely unusual natural feature, without the physical demands of some nearby alternatives.
