10 Things to do in Somaliland That You Shouldn't Miss

March 27, 2022 Misti Hsu

Discover the best top things to do in Somaliland, Somalia including Laas Geel, Somaliland Travel Agency, Visit Horn of Africa, Somaliland Travel Guide, Central Market, Livestock Market, Dahabshiil Business Centre, Saryan Museum, MiG Jet, Independence Monument.

1. Laas Geel

Hargeysa Somalia
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5.0 based on 61 reviews

Laas Geel

Reviewed By dred11

I would echo all the positive comments below. Not only are the cave paintings fascinating, but the location with its wide views of the countryside and quiet isolation add greatly to the experience. As mentioned previously, a permit is needed from a government office in Hargeisa ($25), and an armed guard is obligatory for any travel outside the City limits (I'm sure this is more to do with local employment rather than danger) So, by the time you have your vehicle, driver, guide and guard it's not exactly a cheap excursion, but worth every dollar. Take a picnic as there are no refreshments available, and a few sweets or chocolate for the young children minding goats who will rush over to meet your vehicle as it passes.

2. Somaliland Travel Agency

Excellent
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

Somaliland Travel Agency

We are a private owned Travel Agency/touroperator in Hargeysa, Somaliland. We offer unique tours to unrecognized Somaliland and Djibouti. Our tours run all year and range from private to large group tours. The company has been established in 2013 and we are the leading agency in Somaliland.

3. Visit Horn of Africa

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5.0 based on 32 reviews

Visit Horn of Africa

Visit Horn of Africa started from humble beginnings back in 2008 as a somalilandtours.com by Khalid Osman. The Company developed and applied many interesting combined tours to Horn of Africa countries including Somaliland, Djibouti & Somalia.

4. Somaliland Travel Guide

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Somaliland Travel Guide

Somaliland Travel Guide is an independent travel guide covering Somaliland. Founded in 2019, its aim is simple: to help travelers get the most out of a trip to the region regardless of their budget. We promote Laas Geel Tourism Site.

5. Central Market

Road no.1, Hargeysa Somalia +252 65 9105875
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Central Market

Reviewed By tenthlisten - San Francisco, United States

I explored the market with a guide, which probably lends to a different experience than exploring it solo, but it felt very safe. The locals seemed surprised to see a foreigner, but they were friendly and curious. It didn't feel as hectic as other African markets, but make sure you know where you are going so you can find your way out easily. I recommend asking people before taking their photos as most of them were hesitant, even when asked by the local guide. This market is a great example of everyday life in Hargeisa and is definitely worth a stop.

6. Livestock Market

South East From City Centre 2km, Hargeysa Somalia
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4.5 based on 8 reviews

Livestock Market

Reviewed By CasieMartin - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

This is such a beautiful place and a very interesting. It was my first stop upon my arrival into Somaliland. Watching how the locals go about their daily lives. I was offered five goats in exchange for marriage, this made me laugh. On the sides you can see local ladies using skin to make yoghurt and milk.

7. Dahabshiil Business Centre

Wadada Madax-tooyada, Hargeysa Somalia [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/dahabshiilbusinesscentre
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4.0 based on 8 reviews

Dahabshiil Business Centre

The brand new and relatively ultramodern building here is much more than just a bank building. It will also house the first truly modern Business mall in Hargeisa, which is substantial in size, Dahabshiil Business Centre is the tallest building in Somaliland

Reviewed By burhan_moo - Hargeysa, Somalia

I love it . This is tallest building in the city. Damal restaurant is in there. The have elevators. My family loved to visit this place.

8. Saryan Museum

Shacab Area, Near Wasaaradda Shaqada iyo Arrimaha Bulshada, Shacabka Near Abaarso Tech University, Hargeysa Somalia +252 2 523843 http://www.saryanmuseum.net
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4.0 based on 13 reviews

Saryan Museum

Reviewed By SFTM

I visited here with my son and father from the Uk. We have a lovely couple of hours walking around the two rooms with Mr Hussein the founder and manager, and then chatting away under the trees in English over a drink in the courtyard afterwards. It is in 2 large rooms and is really just getting started. Mr Hussein was full of stories about Somaliland, it’s foundations and the objects he has personally collected. It was a lovely stop and I don’t suppose there are many visitors each day. I really hope he continues to bring even more of Somaliland’s culture and history to life here.

9. MiG Jet

Road no.1 in front of Damal Hotel, Hargeysa Somalia
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4.0 based on 12 reviews

MiG Jet

Reviewed By RCherries

A great monument and source of pride for Somaliland. Around the monument is packed with people. Most of them friendly. An older man stopped me to tell me all about the monument, the fighting, and about the plane itself. The monument is unfortunately falling into poor condition.

10. Independence Monument

Guleed Haji Hwy, Hargeysa Somalia http://ashuriye.blogspot.jp/2012/11/hargeisa-independence-monument_22.html
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3.5 based on 4 reviews

Independence Monument

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