4 of us are hoping to come from 28 March-6 April (in a couple of weeks) or so. Would you be able to arrange a tour for us?

In such short time we will not be able to arrange a whole tour for you. If you want, we can check for a latter period in the year.

Is it possible to organise a private tour departing around Dec 14?

Unfortunately, it won't be possible to organize a private tour departing around December 14, as our schedule and local partners are fully committed during that period. However, we would be happy to look into alternative dates or suggest joining one of our upcoming group tours if that suits you.

Would you be offering dates in 2026?

Yes, we've just announced a new date on the 27th of January and will also have some in the fall too. Will soon update them on the platform

Do you offer a tour to Somaliland, for beginning of December, first week?

We have a tour combining Somaliland and Djibouti, which starts on the 23rd of November. You can also do only the part in Somaliland if you don't want to include Djibouti.

I want to go Somaliland as a tour how you can serve me

We have a group trip starting on the 23rd of November 2025. Should I create a quote for you for this date?

Could you confirm Option and quote?

We need to clarify VISA'S needed and timings of issue

do you have any set dates for March

Yes, we have a departure on March the 17-th

do I need to send my passport away to embassies to get the visas? Or can I get the visas without sending my passport anywhere?

Pretty much depends on your passport. Somaliland allows visa on arrival for many nationalities. Djibouti has an e-visa system for all nationalities, except Singapore and China which are visa free

Are there any C19 vaccine requirements (unvaxxd)?

For Somalia you need only PCR test 72h before arrival, but for Djibouti you will need PCR test and a vaccination certificate.

Somaliland and Djibouti - A Tour Back In Time

10 days

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From Hargeisa to Djibouti

5.0 (3 reviews)

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 12
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Airport Arrival
Airport Arrival
Day 2
Hargeisa to Borama
Hargeisa to Borama
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit rock art site at Dhagah Khoure
- Explore Arabsiyo and its valleys
Landmarks
Dhagah Khoure
Arabsiyo
Day 3
Borama to Hargeisa
Borama to Hargeisa
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Amoud University
- Stop at nomad village of Jufo
Landmarks
Amoud University
Jufo nomad village
Day 4
Hargeisa to Berbera
Hargeisa to Berbera
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk around Hargeisa
- Visit Civil War Memorial
- Visit Central Market in Hargeisa
- Visit Laas Geel rock art site
- Walk around Berbera city
- Visit Berbera beaches
Landmarks
Civil War Memorial
Central Market
Laas Geel
Day 5
Berbera to Djibouti City
Berbera to Djibouti City
Meals
Breakfast
Day 6
Djibouti City
Djibouti City
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of Djibouti City
Optional Activities
- Whale shark snorkelling tour in Djiboutian waters
Day 7
Lake Abbé
Lake Abbé
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Abbé
- Experience traditional Afar huts at tourist camp
Landmarks
Lake Abbé
Day 8
Lake Abbé to Tadjourah
Lake Abbé to Tadjourah
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Sunrise at Lake Abbé
- Stop at local nomadic settlement
- Explore Tadjourah city
Optional Activities
- Visit Sable Blancs beach (approximately 10 km from Tadjourah) - swim and relax
Landmarks
Great Rift Valley
Sable Blancs beach
Day 9
Lake Assal and Return to Djibouti City
Lake Assal and Return to Djibouti City
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Lake Assal
Landmarks
Lake Assal
Day 10
Departure
Departure
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Dhagah Khoure
Arabsiyo

Landmarks
Amoud University
Jufo nomad village

Landmarks
Civil War Memorial
Central Market
Laas Geel

Landmarks
Lake Abbé

Landmarks
Great Rift Valley
Sable Blancs beach

Landmarks
Lake Assal

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
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5.0

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
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4.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.4

Walter5.0•December 2024
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Very varied, reliable organization, always solution-oriented (big thanks to Nesi!), surprisingly good accommodation,...
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Mark5.0•April 2024
A very interesting tour with some great scenery and cultural sites. The highlight of Somaliland for me was the rock...
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Traveled in March 2024
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Thank you for your feedback. We are looking forward to having you on another trip with us.
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Bernhard5.0•March 2024
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Sehr interessante Reise mit vielen authentischen Eindrücken.
Traveled in March 2024
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Cynthia
Asked on March 11th, 2026
4 of us are hoping to come from 28 March-6 April (in a couple of weeks) or so. Would you be able to arrange a tour for us?
Group size
Price / Availability
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written March 2026
  In such short time we will not be able to arrange a whole tour for you. If you want, we can check for a latter period in the year.
S
Sally
Asked on November 11th, 2025
Is it possible to organise a private tour departing around Dec 14?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  Unfortunately, it won't be possible to organize a private tour departing around December 14, as our schedule and local partners are fully committed during that period. However, we would be happy to look into alternative dates or suggest joining one of our upcoming group tours if that suits you.
- S
  Sally
  Traveler•Written November 2025
  We only have holidays between Dec 13 - Jan 3 - are there any group tours between these dates?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  During this period we don't have any confirmed groups, unfortunately.
T
Timothy
Asked on November 5th, 2025
Would you be offering dates in 2026?
Tour Details
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written November 2025
  Yes, we've just announced a new date on the 27th of January and will also have some in the fall too. Will soon update them on the platform
G
Glenn
Asked on August 1st, 2025
Do you offer a tour to Somaliland, for beginning of December, first week?
Tour Details
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written August 2025
  We have a tour combining Somaliland and Djibouti, which starts on the 23rd of November. You can also do only the part in Somaliland if you don't want to include Djibouti.
C
Connie
Asked on May 4th, 2025
I want to go Somaliland as a tour how you can serve me
Other
Tour Details
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written May 2025
  We have a group trip starting on the 23rd of November 2025. Should I create a quote for you for this date?
S
Sam
Asked on January 17th, 2024
Could you confirm Option and quote?
Price / Availability
- S
  Sam
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  We need to clarify VISA'S needed and timings of issue
- S
  Sam
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  Are you holding OPTION until 22/01?
- S
  Sam
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  do you give commission to agencies?
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  No commission is applicable for agencies.
S
Sophia
Asked on December 2nd, 2022
do you have any set dates for March
Tour Details
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written December 2022
  Yes, we have a departure on March the 17-th
V
Veronica
Asked on July 6th, 2022
do I need to send my passport away to embassies to get the visas? Or can I get the visas without sending my passport anywhere?
Visa
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written July 2022
  Pretty much depends on your passport. Somaliland allows visa on arrival for many nationalities. Djibouti has an e-visa system for all nationalities, except Singapore and China which are visa free
C
Carl
Asked on January 6th, 2022
Are there any C19 vaccine requirements (unvaxxd)?
Operator
Travel Support
- Penguin TravelOperator•Written January 2022
  For Somalia you need only PCR test 72h before arrival, but for Djibouti you will need PCR test and a vaccination certificate.

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