Skip the Traffic.
Take the Water.
Waviii App
Book jetty-to-jetty boat rides across Lagos. Real-time tracking, secure payments, and verified captains.
AVAILABLE IN WATERWAY CITIES WORLDWIDE
How Wavi Works
From jetty to jetty in three simple steps
1. Pick a Jetty
Open the app, find your nearest departure jetty, and choose where you want to go.
2. Book & Pay
Confirm your ride and pay securely — card, bank transfer, or local payment methods.
3. Ride & Track
Board your boat, track your trip in real-time, and share your location with loved ones.
For Riders
Skip the traffic. Book jetty-to-jetty rides, pay with your card, and arrive on time.
For Captains
Earn more with smart route matching and instant payouts to your bank account.
Your City, Connected by Water
Wavi transforms urban waterways into reliable transit corridors. Skip the traffic, hop on a boat, and arrive on time — every time. Our network of verified jetties and experienced captains ensures a smooth ride from shore to shore.
- Real-Time Booking
- See available boats, pick your jetty, and book your ride in seconds.
- Secure Payments
- Pay seamlessly with Stripe, Paystack, or local payment methods — wherever you are.
- Live Tracking
- Track your boat in real-time and share your trip status with friends and family.
Built for Drivers & Fleet Managers
Wavi isn't just for riders. Boat operators earn more with smart route matching, automated payouts to their bank accounts, and a dedicated driver app. Fleet managers get a full dashboard to manage boats, captains, and revenue.
- Instant Payouts
- Earnings go straight to your bank account — no delays.
- Fleet Dashboard
- Manage multiple boats, track performance, and grow your business.
- Booking Management
- Accept, negotiate, or decline bookings — you're always in control.
Lagos, and expanding across Africa & beyond
Licensed, background-checked boat operators
Safe trips across urban waterways
Strategically located boarding points
Everything you need to ride the water.
A complete platform for riders, captains, and fleet managers.
Instant Booking
Find nearby jetties, select your destination, and book a boat in under 30 seconds. No calls, no waiting.
Paystack & Stripe Payments
Pay for rides securely with card, bank transfer, or local payment methods. All transactions verified in real-time.
Verified Captains
Every captain is verified and rated. Safety isn't optional — it's our standard.
Driver Payouts
Captains receive earnings directly to their bank accounts. Fast, transparent, and reliable.
Fleet Management
Fleet managers can track boats, manage captains, and monitor revenue from a single dashboard.
Multi-City
Live in Lagos, expanding to waterway cities across Africa and beyond.
Explore Waterway Cities
From Lagos across Africa and beyond — Wavi is connecting cities by water. Discover where you can ride next.
Live NowLagos
Coming SoonPort Harcourt
Coming SoonAccra
Coming SoonDar es Salaam
Coming SoonDubai
Coming SoonZanzibar
Trending Ferry Routes
The most popular water taxi routes on the Wavi network.
What riders and captains are saying.
Real stories from the Wavi community
Adebayo Ogunlesi
Daily Commuter, Lagos
I used to spend 2 hours stuck in Third Mainland Bridge traffic. With Wavi, I cross from Lekki to CMS in 20 minutes. It's completely changed my morning routine.
Chioma Nwankwo
Business Owner, Lagos
Booking a boat ride is as easy as calling a cab. I love that I can pay with my card — no carrying cash to the jetty anymore.
Emeka Obi
Boat Captain, Lagos
Since joining Wavi, my daily bookings have tripled. The app handles payments and puts money straight into my bank account. I just focus on driving.
Funke Adeyemi
Fleet Manager, Lagos
Managing 8 boats across 3 jetties used to be a nightmare. Wavi's fleet dashboard gives me real-time visibility into every trip and every penny earned.
Tunde Bakare
Tech Worker, Lagos
The live tracking feature is brilliant. My wife can see exactly where my boat is, and I always know my expected arrival time. Safety and transparency in one app.
Ngozi Eze
Student, Lagos
Wavi is affordable and so much faster than sitting in traffic. I take the boat to campus for my lectures. Best decision ever.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about riding, driving, and managing fleets with Wavi.
Ready to skip the traffic?
Download Wavi and start riding the waterways today. Available on iOS and Android.