For years, the typical Nigerian weekend getaway revolved around shopping malls, beaches, lounges, cinemas, and luxury hotels. But a quiet shift is taking place. Increasingly, urban residents are trading concrete landscapes for green fields, fresh air, and authentic farm experiences.
Agritourism—the combination of agriculture and tourism—is steadily gaining momentum across Nigeria, creating new opportunities for farmers while offering visitors a refreshing alternative to conventional leisure destinations.
Rather than serving only as food production centres, many farms are opening their gates to the public, allowing guests to experience agriculture firsthand. Visitors can tour crop fields, interact with livestock, participate in planting and harvesting activities, enjoy farm-fresh meals, and reconnect with nature away from the noise of city life.
As interest in sustainable living and outdoor recreation continues to grow, several Nigerian farm resorts are positioning themselves as leading agritourism destinations.
1. Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, Ogun State
Located along the Ota-Idiroko corridor in Ogun State, Xtralarge Farms and Resorts has become one of Nigeria’s most recognised agritourism destinations.
Founded by Dr. Seyi Davids and Dr. Moji Davids after their return from the United States, the facility demonstrates how agriculture and hospitality can successfully coexist. The expansive property operates as a commercial farm while offering visitors a full resort experience.
Guests can enjoy guided farm tours, observe modern agricultural practices, explore livestock operations, and learn about food production systems. Beyond the farming experience, the resort features accommodation facilities, a swimming pool, spa, cinema, restaurant, and recreational spaces.
Xtralarge has become a model for how agribusiness can diversify revenue streams while promoting agricultural awareness among Nigerians.
2. Almat Farms, Abuja
Situated in Kuje, on the outskirts of Abuja, Almat Farms represents one of the most comprehensive agritourism experiences in the country.
Spread across more than 40 hectares of agricultural land, the farm combines commercial production with a wide range of leisure activities. Visitors can participate in guided tours through crop plantations and livestock sections while learning about modern farming techniques and sustainable food production.
The facility also offers horseback riding, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) rides, fishing activities, and a swimming pool, making it attractive to families, schools, and corporate groups seeking outdoor experiences.
In addition to tourism, Almat Farms remains actively involved in the production of organic vegetables and high-quality livestock feed, demonstrating how agritourism can complement commercial agriculture.
3. Green House Farm and Resort, Nasarawa State
Located along the Nyanya-Karshi axis near the Abuja-Nasarawa border, Green House Farm and Resort provides visitors with an immersive farm-to-table experience.
The resort embraces a nature-inspired village concept, with standalone accommodation units overlooking lush vegetation and surrounding hills. Unlike traditional resorts that prioritise luxury aesthetics, Green House focuses on creating an authentic rural atmosphere that allows guests to experience life close to the land.
Visitors can walk through cultivated fields, engage in planting and harvesting activities, and gain firsthand insight into the agricultural process. One of its most unique attractions is its farm-to-table dining experience, where meals are prepared using produce harvested directly from the farm.
The result is a destination that combines relaxation, education, and sustainable agriculture in one location.
Why Agritourism Matters for Nigeria
Beyond recreation, agritourism offers significant economic benefits. It creates additional income streams for farmers, generates rural employment, promotes agricultural education, and encourages investment in farming communities.
As Nigeria seeks innovative ways to strengthen its agricultural sector, agritourism presents an opportunity to bridge the gap between consumers and food producers while showcasing the country’s agricultural potential.
For many Nigerians, a visit to a farm is no longer just about agriculture—it is becoming a lifestyle experience. As more farm resorts emerge across the country, agritourism is proving that the future of leisure may very well lie in the fields that feed the nation.
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