Epe Coast
East along the lagoon from Ikorodu to Ijede and Epe, for market days and the fish wharf.
Stop by stop
- Ikorodu TerminalDeparts
- Ijede30 minutes from Ikorodu Terminal
- Epe Jetty80 minutes from Ikorodu Terminal
The Epe boat follows the north shore of the lagoon from Ikorodu to Ijede, then out past mangroves and fishing camps to Epe Jetty, where the famous fish market starts at dawn. Traders ride it with crates and baskets; visitors ride it for the mangroves and the grilled fish at the end.
What you will see
- Mangrove channels between Ijede and Epe
- Fishing camps on stilts
- Epe fish market a short walk from the jetty
- Herons in the shallows at low water
Move the clock
The map opens on this route. Choose a day, drag the time, and see the next boat.
From Ikorodu Terminal
One way, per adult, example fares. Children pay half, passengers over 65 pay 70 per cent.
| To | Main deck | Lounge |
|---|---|---|
| Ijede | ₦1,300 | ₦2,080 |
| Epe Jetty | ₦3,500 | ₦5,600 |
Where you board
- Ikorodu TerminalHub jetty with a cargo desk for crates and sacks.
- IjedeSmall jetty beside the waterworks. Keke to the town.
- Epe JettyCovered waiting area, cargo landing and the fish market next door.
Photos for this demo.
About this route
Can I carry fish crates?
Yes, sealed and drained, on the cargo deck. Book the cargo desk for more than five crates.
Does it sail on Sundays?
Not at present. Saturday has two boats each way.
How long is the trip?
About eighty minutes from Ikorodu to Epe.
Is there parking at Epe?
A small car park run by the market association, example arrangement.
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