Getting Here
Fly into Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC). From there, take a speedboat from the Bonny jetty. about 1 hour on the water. Ferries are cheaper, speedboats are faster. There's also an airstrip on the island with flights from Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
Getting Around
Car cabs, tricycles (keke), and motorcycles (okada) are all available for getting around the island. Car cabs are the most comfortable option and readily available. Boat rides handle creek crossings and inter-waterway trips. We can arrange all your transport through our concierge.
Connectivity
Mobile network coverage is good. MTN and Airtel both work well on the island. WiFi is available at most hotels.
Best Time to Visit
Dry season November to March. January is driest. Dec 26 & 31. Finima Beach Carnival. Festivals and regattas happen in dry season.
Safety
Bonny Island is a secure destination. As an ancient kingdom, Bonny has its own long-established community security structures that have maintained order for centuries. The Kingdom takes the safety of visitors and residents seriously.
The presence of NLNG and Renaissance on the island means a level of infrastructure, monitoring, and security protocols far above the Niger Delta average. These are world-class industrial operators with zero tolerance for instability.
Visitors can move freely across the island. Use the same good judgement you would in any unfamiliar city, and you will find Bonny welcoming and safe.
Electricity
230V / 50Hz. UK-style 3-pin plugs. Electricity supply on the island is good.
Health
Bring any prescription medication. Pharmacy options are limited. General hospital available on the island for emergencies.
