Mogadishu & Djibouti II
Saturday 29 Nov 2025 – Tuesday 2 Dec 2025
4 days · 3 nights
Wander Expeditions
5+ years group traveling
Itinerary
Day 1: Mogadishu
- We will take an early flight from Addis Ababa as a group. Upon arrival in Mogadishu, we will begin our city exploration with lunch at a local restaurant, enjoying traditional Somali dishes such as fresh fish, camel meat, and vegetables. After lunch, we will take a guided walk through Hamarweyne Market, where we can experience the vibrant local trade and immerse ourselves in Somali culture. Later, we will try to visit Mogadishu Stadium to witness a Somali League football match if there is any competition on this day. We will take a relaxing walk along the shore at Liido Beach, Our exploration continues with a visit to the Monument to the Unknown Soldier, an important landmark honoring those who fought for Somalia’s independence. The day concludes at Mogadishu’s lively fish market, where we can observe the bustling seafood trade and experience the energy of the local market.
- Overnight in Mogadishu
Day 2: Mogadishu & Flight to Djibouti
- The morning will be spent taking a final walk around the city. We will visit the historic Mogadishu Lighthouse and Harbor, an area that played a significant role in the city's past. And we will visit any landmark missed the previous day. In the afternoon, we will take a short flight to Djibouti. Upon arrival, there will be time to explore the capital before dinner, enjoying the unique atmosphere of this coastal city. Overnight in Djibouti City.
- Overnight: Djibouti City
Day 3: Whale Watching and Boat Cruise
- Djibouti is well-known for being a great place to spot whale sharks in the wild. We will venture out to the Red Sea and try to swim with these majestic creatures. After the encounter, we'll have a chance to spend the rest of the day at sea, snorkeling and cruising.
- Overnight in Djibouti City.
Day 4: Lac Assal
- In the morning, we'll venture out to Lac Assal, a crater lake in the Danakil Depression at 150 meters below sea level. It's a stunning collection of landscapes that includes black lava fields, salty flats, and emerald waters. The lake is nestled within a volcanic crater and is surrounded by stunning landscapes. Its high salinity is a notable characteristic, making it one of the most saline bodies of water globally. The salt concentration is even higher than that of the Dead Sea. In the afternoon, we will drive back to Djibouti City.
- Fly out in the evening.
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