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From Lagos. To a different world.
Papilon Travels & Tours
Discover a different world & Let's go together.
Head Office: Lagos, Nigeria
6.5244° N, 3.3792° E
Discover More. Go Further.
6.5244° N, 3.3792° E
Somewhere different
Zanzibar Island Escape
FlightsHotelsHoliday packagesVisa guidanceCorporate travelConferences & MICE
Meet Papilon
Your world, a little wider.
Papilon Travels & Tours is a Nigeria-based travel company helping individuals, families, groups and businesses discover more of the world.
From flights and hotels to personalised holidays, visa guidance and corporate journeys, we bring your travel plans together with practical support and a personal approach.
Personalised planning
Travel shaped around your interests.
Practical guidance
Clear advice for your next journey.
An international outlook
Nigerian roots. Worldwide possibilities.
Find your next destination
The world is open. Where to next?
City & Safari
Africa
Discover Africa through a journey shaped around your interests, pace and preferences.
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Travel, brought together
Every detail. One thoughtful plan.
Hotel Reservations
Accommodation sourced around your budget, destination and preferences.
Tours & Holiday Packages
Custom holidays, group tours, honeymoons and family vacations.
Visa Assistance
Requirements guidance, documentation and application support.
Travel Insurance
Help sourcing suitable cover through relevant providers.
Airport Transfers
Pickups, drop-offs and private transfers through suitable providers.
Car Hire
Vehicle hire arranged for your route and group size.
Corporate Travel
Planning and booking support for companies and professionals.
Conferences & MICE
Meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions and events.
Bespoke Travel Planning
Personalised itineraries built around your schedule and interests.
Request a Quote
Flights, hotels, holidays or visas. Get a tailored quotation for your trip.
Discover more. Go further.
A different world is waiting.
An island escape, a city discovery or a journey entirely your own. Let’s make your next travel plan personal.
Journeys to make your own
A little inspiration. A world of possibilities.
Zanzibar Island Escape
Beach & Culture
Nairobi City & Wildlife
Wildlife & City
Kigali Discovery
City & Nature
Cape Town Highlights
Coast & City
Mauritius Retreat
Island Escape
Seychelles Escape
Island Escape
Custom Journey
A destination, a dream or a blank page. Create a journey around your interests.
Group Travel
Bring your family, friends or organisation together for a tailored group journey.
Packages are tailored quotations, not live offers. Per-person sharing and single-occupancy options are confirmed in your written quotation.
Packages and estimates require current supplier confirmation and are subject to availability, exchange rates and visa requirements.
Historical departures
Past itineraries. Future inspiration.
Historical examples only. These departures have passed and are not current offers.
Summer in Europe: Paris, Monaco & Zurich
8 hotel nights · Paris 4 nights, Monaco day trip, Zurich 4 nights, Paris and Zurich city tours
Return flights, 4-star hotel, transfers, Schengen visa assistance, travel insurance
Historically advertised: ₦4,250,000 sharing / ₦5,200,000 single
Singapore & Malaysia: Genting Dream Cruise
6 nights · Singapore 4 hotel nights with breakfast, 2 nights onboard, Melaka port of call, Singapore city tour with lunch, Sentosa cable car and Madame Tussauds
Return flight, double-entry Singapore visa, onboard meals, transfers, travel insurance
Historically advertised: ₦4,350,000 sharing / ₦5,800,000 single
Why Papilon
Thoughtful travel. Personal attention.
LAGOS
WORLDWIDE
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Your journey, your way
A personalised approach for your dates, interests and preferred travel style.
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Travel brought together
Flights, stays, transfers and experiences coordinated around your plans.
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Guidance along the way
Practical information and clear communication before you confirm.
How it works
From an idea to your itinerary.
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Share your plans
Tell us your destination ideas, travel dates and who is coming along.
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Explore your options
Review a tailored quotation with inclusions, exclusions and supplier terms.
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Confirm your journey
Agree your arrangements with the team and prepare for departure.
Visa & travel preparation
Prepare with clarity. Travel with confidence.
General document guidance and application support for your next journey. Always confirm the latest requirements with official sources.
Papilon provides guidance and application support. Visa decisions remain solely with the relevant embassies and authorities, and approval is never guaranteed. Government, embassy, biometrics and visa-centre fees are charged separately.
Ready for departure
The essentials. Checked.
Corporate & MICE
Business journeys. Better coordinated.
Travel support for professionals, organisations and conference groups. Bring flights, accommodation, transfers and event travel together.
- Business travel coordination
- Conference and exhibition travel
- Meetings and incentive journeys
- Group flights and accommodation
PAPILON TUNDE
LAGOS · WORLDWIDEConnect on LinkedIn ↗
LAGOS · WORLDWIDE
Meet the founder
Babatunde Joseph Akinosi
Founder & CEO · Papilon Tunde
A travel and tourism professional, entrepreneur and business analyst, Babatunde brings more than 16 years of travel industry experience and a global perspective shaped by travel to 39 countries.
His work spans travel planning, tourism, business analysis, digital marketing and online affiliate partnerships with international travel brands.
His vision is to build a trusted international travel brand originating from Nigeria, combining professional services, informative content and strategic partnerships to connect people across destinations and cultures.
16+Years in the travel industry
39Countries explored by the founder
Travel & tourismBusiness analysisDigital marketingStrategic partnerships
The founder’s journal
A personal perspective. A world of experience.
39 Countries Later: Why I Started Papilon
Having travelled to 39 countries, I bring a global perspective to the work I do in travel and tourism. I am passionate about connecting people to destinations through reliable services, personalised experiences and practical guidance.
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Lessons From 16 Years in Travel
Over more than 16 years in travel, my work has brought together travel planning, tourism and business partnerships. These areas inform my approach to providing reliable services and personalised experiences.
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Lagos to the World: Building a Travel Brand From Nigeria
Papilon is a Nigeria-based travel company with its head office in Lagos. My vision is to build a trusted international travel brand with Nigerian roots and an international outlook.
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What Every Journey Teaches You About Planning
Travel planning is an important part of my professional experience. Having travelled to 39 countries, I bring a global perspective to destination discovery and practical guidance.
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What Partnerships Have Taught Me About Travel
My work in travel includes tourism, business partnerships and online affiliate partnerships with international travel brands. I see these areas as part of the wider perspective I bring to Papilon.
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Travel, Technology and the Future of Papilon
I bring experience in business analysis, digital marketing and online affiliate partnerships to my work in travel and tourism. I see these skills as part of the wider vision I have for Papilon.
Read Story ↗Papilon travel notes
Useful ideas. Fresh inspiration.
How to Plan Your First International Trip From Nigeria
Decide what you want from your journey before choosing a destination. Consider your available time, travel companions and the experiences that matter most. A clear starting point helps you compare options without rushing into arrangements.
Read Story ↗Preparing a Schengen Visa Application: Documents to Gather First
Begin with the relevant government or visa-centre guidance for your circumstances. Requirements can change, so confirm the latest information before preparing an application. General travel advice is not a substitute for official instructions.
Read Story ↗Zanzibar, Mauritius or Seychelles: Choosing Your Island Escape
Think about whether you prefer relaxed beach days, cultural discovery or a mix of activities. Each island escape can be shaped around different interests. Your priorities matter more than a fixed list of attractions.
Read Story ↗How to Plan a Stress-Free Conference Trip
Gather the event location, dates and attendance requirements before arranging travel. Consider when travellers need to arrive and whether they have additional meetings. Clear event details help keep the itinerary coordinated.
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Packing Smart for Long-Haul Flights
Review your airline’s current baggage guidance for the arrangements you have confirmed. Allowances and restrictions can differ. Avoid relying on a general packing list as a statement of airline rules.
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Honeymoon Ideas From Lagos: Destinations Worth the Flight
Discuss the kind of holiday you both want before comparing destinations. Consider relaxation, cultural experiences, nature or a combination. A shared set of priorities makes planning more enjoyable.
Read Story ↗Travel inspiration
A world worth discovering.
Editorial images are for travel inspiration. They do not represent confirmed hotels, suppliers or package inclusions.
Partnerships
Let’s build connections.
We welcome conversations with airlines, hotels, tour operators, tourism boards, transport providers, corporate organisations and other travel partners.
Airlines
Fares, routes and group travel collaborations.
Partnership openHotels
Stays and resort partnerships for Papilon travellers.
Partnership openTour Operators & DMCs
Experiences and ground services in key destinations.
Partnership openTourism Boards
Destination campaigns for Nigerian and international travellers.
Partnership openTransport
Airport transfers, car hire and private transport.
Partnership openCorporate & Suppliers
Business travel accounts, suppliers and sponsors.
Partnership open
Grow with Papilon
Shared ambition. New possibilities.
Affiliates
Affiliate & content partnerships
Tell us about your audience, channels and ideas for a potential partnership.
Travel BloggersContent CreatorsInfluencersPublishers
Careers
Careers at Papilon
No vacancies are currently listed. You can send an expression of interest and attach your CV to the email.
InternshipsGraduate RolesFreelanceRemote
Traveller stories
Your journey. Your story.
Travelled with Papilon? We would love to hear about your experience. Genuine traveller feedback will appear here with permission.
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Let’s go together
Where will your next chapter begin?
Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll help bring your journey together.
Good to know
A few questions. Clear answers.
Use any enquiry form, the quote bar or WhatsApp. Share your dates, destination and travellers, and the team replies with tailored options.
Start a conversation
Your next journey starts here.
Tell us where you’d like to go. We’ll help you explore the possibilities.
Emailpapilontravels@gmail.com
Phone+1 (416) 268-2104
Our head officeHead Office: Lagos, Nigeria
6.5244° N, 3.3792° E
Serving clients worldwide
6.5244° N, 3.3792° E
Serving clients worldwide
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