Experience Mogadishu in Just 4 Hours

Experience Mogadishu in Just 4 Hours

Are you planning a short visit to Mogadishu, Somalia? Wondering what to do in a limited amount of time? Fear not! In just four hours, you can experience the highlights of this vibrant and historic city. This city tour guide will take you through the must-see spots, from the charming old town to the bustling fish market and other important highlights.

Arrival in Mogadishu:

Your journey begins with an arrival in Mogadishu at 11:05 AM via Ethiopian Airlines. Once you clear immigration and customs, you will be met by our guide, who will accompany you throughout the tour. From there, we will begin our journey through the city.

Mogadishu Old Town – Hamar Weyne: Our first stop is Mogadishu’s old town, Hamar Weyne. This neighborhood is a maze of narrow alleys, traditional houses, and historic landmarks. Here, you can experience the authentic Somali culture and heritage, with centuries-old architecture, bustling markets, and friendly locals. Our guide will take you on a walking tour of the old town, where you can explore the landmarks, including the colonial-era governor’s palace, the famous Lighthouse, and the ruins of the 13th-century Fakr ad-Din Mosque.

Mogadishu Fish Market: Next, we head to the Mogadishu Fish Market, one of the most vibrant and bustling markets in the city. Here, you can witness the daily life of the locals, who come to buy and sell fresh seafood, meat, and vegetables. The market is a feast for the senses, with colorful displays, lively bargaining, and the aroma of spices and fresh fish. You can also try some of the local delicacies, such as grilled lobster, shrimp, and crab, prepared right in front of you.

Other Highlights: Depending on the time and your preferences, our tour can also include other highlights, such as:

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: This monument honors the Somali soldiers who died during the wars of independence and civil war. It is a symbol of national pride and unity, and a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by the Somali people.

Liido Beach: This beautiful beach is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, with white sand, clear waters, and a range of activities, from swimming to camel rides. It is a perfect place to relax and soak in the Somali sun.

Departure from Mogadishu:

After the tour, we will transfer you to the airport, where you can catch your flight departing at 6:00 PM with Ethiopian Airlines. Our guide will ensure that you arrive at the airport with plenty of time to spare, so you can relax and reflect on your whirlwind tour of Mogadishu.

This tour is priced per person.

• 1 person: $400
• 2 people travelling together: $300 per person
• 3 up to 15 people travelling together: $250 per person

The deposit required to confirm your booking is 10%

Bookings can be made at any time of the year. 

Our custom tours are tailor-made itineraries designed for individual travellers, families, or a small group.

We can arrange an itinerary around your interests, dates, and special requests, all our tours include private drivers, private touring, unique accommodations, and exclusive experiences.

First, we encourage you to view our published itineraries and if it is not fit your interest then contact us and let us design a customized itinerary for you.

We always advise booking in advance. For confirmation of the tours, we require a 10% deposit payment in advance. This can be done via an online to our Business Bank account in USD. The remaining can be paid upon arrival in cash USD.

However, you can choose to pay the full amount in advance via our Somaliland Business bank transfer. We will always send the invoice with all the banking details.

IMPORTANT: All wiring fees need to be paid by the customer. Visit Horn of Africa cannot be held responsible for the failure of booking due to delay in payment.

If you wish to cancel your booking, the following conditions apply. A deposit payment has to be made to Visit Horn of Africa 30 days before the scheduled departure/beginning of the Tour.

• 21 days before arrival – 20% of the total tour price will be charged
• 15 Days before arrival – 40% of total tour price will be charged
• 7 Days before arrival – 100% of total tour price will be charged

IMPORTANT: The cancellation policy stated above does not apply if a prior agreement has been made with Somaliland Travel Agency.

Visit Horn of Africa tries to follow the agreed tour program with its clients as much
as possible. However, under certain circumstance, we might need to change the program
due to: Road conditions, safety, adverse weather conditions, civil war, strike, cancellation
or delay of domestic flights, high-level government meeting.

In the case where Visit Horn of Africa does not provide one of the services
mentioned in the program, we will provide a refund for the services not rendered, except
in the following cases:

1. Cases of force majeure, adverse weather conditions, cancellation or delay of domestic
   flights, civil war, strike, road conditions, high-level government meeting.
2. Change in Itinerary by Somaliland Travel Agency if we judge that the context endangers the safety of the customer.

A delay or cancellation of scheduled flights is not the responsibility of Visit Horn of Africa. We will, however, provide all the necessary assistance to our customers in such circumstances. All airfares are subject to availability at time of booking. Please also note that fares are subject to change without notice and are not guaranteed until purchased.