Bauchi
Discover Bauchi
Bauchi (earlier Yakoba) is a city in North East Nigeria. This article also covers the city of Kangere, 20 km to the east. Bauchi has an estimated population of 693,700 (2016). It's the capital city of Bauchi State. Bauchi was also the capital of the Bauchi Emirate, an independent state from 1805 to 1904 when it came under British protection. Several landmarks from the era remain in the city centre.
What to Experience in Bauchi
Taste of Bauchi...
Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
Essential Information
Getting There
Multiple OptionsIt's fairly easy to get around once you can communicate in Hausa or in English. Bauchi state is popularly known for Yankari Game Reserve. Below is a list of places that can be explored while visiting Bauchi state: Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit....
Getting Around & Staying
Getting Around
It's fairly easy to get around once you can communicate in Hausa or in English. Bauchi state is popularly known for Yankari Game Reserve. Below is a list of places that can be explored while visiting Bauchi state: Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
Where to Stay
Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
Money & Budget
Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
Safety Information
Safety Overview
Bauchi is a safe city, but in any case, be careful with arrangements or organizations that sound unrealistic (particularly messages mostly via e-mail requesting your assistance), and don't transparently display your assets, particularly in broad daylight. While it is rare for a tourist to be a victim of a violent crime, it is still wise to stay safe and be alert, especially during late-night outings. Stick to crowded streets and make sure to go out in groups. Furthermore, you should stick to places and people you know and avoid going anywhere without a trusted guide if it is your first visit.
Glimpses of Bauchi
Hidden windows
Fishing trip
a tree that is next to some rocks
a woman standing in front of a body of water
a person standing on rocks near the ocean
a person standing on rocks in the water
Hidden windows
Fishing trip
a tree that is next to some rocks
a woman standing in front of a body of water
a person standing on rocks near the ocean
a person standing on rocks in the water
Hidden windows