What Our Travelers Say
Real stories from adventurers who experienced the magic of the Horn of Africa with us.
Every detail of my Horn Expeditions tour across Hargeisa, Laas Geel, Berbera, Sheikh, Dhagah Kureh, and Borama was meticulously planned, always on time, and tailored perfectly to my interests including special photo stops along the way. Mohamed's friendly, supportive character made the whole Somaliland experience truly unforgettable. I cannot recommend Horn Expeditions highly enough.
Stefan Ernst
Everything about my Horn Expeditions experience in Somaliland was exceptionally well organised, and I had the most amazing time. Highly, highly recommended.
Matias Vale
I was part of a group of twelve travellers with Horn Expeditions as our local agency in Somaliland, and they handled absolutely everything with skill and warmth. Abdilahi and Mohamed were simply fantastic, I would follow them anywhere without hesitation.
Mihai Dascalu
Abdi went above and beyond from the moment I landed, meeting me at the airport a day early and giving me an impromptu tour before the trip had even officially begun. He was extremely professional, warm, and welcoming throughout, and I cannot recommend Horn Expeditions highly enough.
Kyle
Travelling with Abdilahi and the Horn Expeditions team in Somaliland was a great experience, they are genuinely passionate about sharing their country and it shows in everything they do. If you can time your visit with the Independence Day Parade, do not miss it for anything.
Koh Shu Jun
Abdilahi is a guide unlike any other rather than reciting facts, he weaves Somaliland's history, architecture, and culture into stories that stay with you long after the trip is over. His genuine love for his country is felt in every moment, and Horn Expeditions handled every logistical detail so smoothly that we could simply focus on enjoying the experience.
Lucy Jiang
Celebrating Somaliland Independence Day with Horn Expeditions was an incredible experience, made even better by brilliant day trips to Berbera and Laas Geel. Highly recommended for anyone looking to see Somaliland at its most vibrant.
Mark Johnson
Horn Expeditions is a fabulous company run by two passionate and knowledgeable people who are deeply committed to what they do. They even secured us brilliant access to the Somaliland Independence Day celebrations, a once-in-a-lifetime experience we will never forget.
Zoe Stephens
A lovely trip across Somaliland with the Horn Expeditions team, always communicative, efficient, knowledgeable, and genuinely open to feedback throughout. I felt completely safe for the entire journey and would recommend them to anyone thinking of visiting.
Jessica Onie
What stood out most about travelling with Horn Expeditions in Somaliland was that everything felt well-organised but never rigid, the experience felt real, human, and genuinely adventurous. They are simply great people to spend days on the road with, and I would recommend them without a second thought.
Domenico Tafuri
Mohamed from Horn Expeditions took me through three extraordinary days in Somaliland, cultural sites, stunning natural landscapes, traditional customs, folkloric dances, and authentic local food, all perfectly organised and completely safe. Somaliland was the last country I visited on the African continent and it became, quite unexpectedly, one of the most beautiful and moving experiences of my entire journey.
Sherif Hassan
Abdilahi was not just an excellent guide, he was a genuinely kind-hearted human being, and whenever we passed someone in need on the street he would quietly stop to help them. He is without doubt one of the best guides I have ever encountered anywhere in the world, and I cherished every moment of our time together in Somaliland.
Rhian Guan
My Djibouti trip organised by Horn Expeditions was simply excellent, the landscapes are almost unreal in their beauty, and Lake Abbé is of absolute splendour. Mohammed and the team on the ground organised everything to perfection, and I cannot recommend them highly enough for anyone considering a visit to Djibouti.
Giulio
From securing our visas and invitation letters to greeting us at the airport and walking us through every step of arrival, Horn Expeditions made us feel safe and looked after from the very beginning. The night markets, camel market, and the awe-inspiring caves at Laas Geel made for an unforgettable Somaliland experience. I highly recommend this trip.
Alicia
Horn Expeditions delivered a well-organised four-day private tour covering Hargeisa, Laas Geel, Berbera, and Borama, with permits, reservations, and checkpoints all handled seamlessly. Mohamed was professional, knowledgeable, and flexible throughout, and the pricing felt very reasonable given the exceptional level of organisation involved.
Chiara Conrado
Our four days travelling through Somaliland's most iconic places with Horn Expeditions was an excellent experience from start to finish, handled by a very professional and attentive team. We would highly recommend them to anyone.
Gregoria Gomez
Abdilahi was a brilliant guide for our visit to Laas Geel sharp-eyed enough to spot animals along the route that we would never have noticed ourselves. We thoroughly enjoyed the rock paintings and the whole experience with Horn Expeditions.
Vanessa
Abdilahi and Mohamed at Horn Expeditions made the whole visa process easy and stress-free, and Abdilahi then delivered a tour of Somaliland that was genuinely fantastic from start to finish. Visiting Hargeisa and Laas Geel with him was a highlight I will not forget.
Assan Jallow
Mohamed is an amazing person who turned a simple day trip to Laas Geel into something so much more taking us to the most incredible Somaliland dinner and an unforgettable evening of local dance and music. What a trip, and what a guide. Thank you!
Shane Wang
Three perfect days in Somaliland with Horn Expeditions, exploring Hargeisa and Berbera with a guide who was helpful, flexible, and great company throughout. I would recommend them to anybody planning a visit.
Dr. Balo Zoltan
One of my best trips ever and certainly the most unexpected and that is thanks almost entirely to a guide who is simply beyond excellent. I recommend both Somaliland and Horn Expeditions to absolutely everyone, without a single reservation.
Julien Piombino
Mohamed was an exceptional guide throughout my Somaliland trip calm, attentive, and deeply knowledgeable about the country's history and culture, which mattered enormously to me as a solo female traveller. When I hit an unexpected problem before even arriving, he responded immediately, stayed in constant contact, and handled everything with a professionalism and genuine humanity that I will not forget.
Ksenia Petrichenko
Abdilahi exceeded our expectations in every way on our Somaliland tour, customising a perfect itinerary, handling all communication professionally, and sharing his deep knowledge of the region's history, wildlife, and birdlife throughout. His combination of great character and exceptional organisational skill is genuinely rare, and we were so lucky to have him as our guide.
Francis Rummel
A wonderful experience with Mohamed and Horn Expeditions. I genuinely and wholeheartedly recommend their services. Somaliland is one of the world's most fascinating places to visit and you simply should not miss it.
Marcin
They made my trip to Somaliland perfect, from the breathtaking ancient rock art at Laas Geel to finding a local restaurant in Hargeisa serving camel and spaghetti, which was absolutely amazing. They handled every detail flawlessly and made exploring this incredible country an experience I will treasure for life.
Joe
Abdilahi guided me through Somaliland with impeccable service, genuine kindness, and a level of care that made me feel safe and welcome at every step. I truly enjoyed my time here and only wish I could have stayed longer.
Samuel
Three days in Somaliland with Horn Expeditions was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Abdilahi was absolutely fantastic, the ancient rock paintings and the coastal city of Berbera were true highlights and everything ran so smoothly that it far exceeded our expectations in every way.
Pavel
An amazing two-day tour in Somaliland where every detail had been organised perfectly by Horn Expeditions. As a solo traveller I could not have asked for a better experience.
Gerard
Everything about Horn Expeditions was an absolute pleasure. Mohamed is an exceptional guide, kind, insightful, and with an infectious positive attitude and the level of professionalism, safety, and communication throughout our Somaliland tour was outstanding. Do not hesitate to book with them.
Kyle
Mohammed is a true professional who became a true friend over the course of our week in Somaliland passionate about his country, its people, and its future, and with a depth of knowledge that brought every place we visited to life. Somaliland is a destination with warm people, ancient history, and beautiful scenery, and Horn Expeditions is the perfect way to experience it all.
William
Simply the best company to travel with in Somaliland. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, spoke fabulous English, and made sure our group was always informed, comfortable, and entertained and knowing they also run tours in Djibouti means we will absolutely be back.
Irmante
They went above and beyond from the very start, Mohamed even booked my flight from Djibouti to Hargeisa when it was not possible from Europe. He then provided an excellent two-day trip to Laas Geel and Berbera, sharing his knowledge, his camera, and his Wi-Fi freely, by the end of it, he had become a true friend.
Fabio Maurer
Horn Expeditions will customise the best tour of Somaliland for you. Abdilahi arranged a two-day trip covering Hargeisa, Laas Geel, Berbera, and Sheikh that was professional, well-paced, and genuinely fun, his local knowledge, excellent English, and attention to our interests made it an experience we will never forget.
Robin Malinosky
When an unexpected visa issue prevented us from travelling as planned, the Horn Expeditions team never left our side throughout the entire process. Their warmth, professionalism, and genuine care during a very difficult moment truly touched us, and we wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone planning to visit Somaliland.
Li Huile
Thanks to Horn Expeditions I truly enjoyed my stay in Somaliland. Mohamed is a professional guide with excellent knowledge of the country and great English, and our two-day tour covering Hargeisa, Laas Geel, Berbera, and Sheikh was everything I hoped for and more, I cannot wait to come back.
Marco Girelli
Horn Expeditions organised everything for me permits, driver, the lot and were incredibly flexible about my itinerary. Abdilahi was knowledgeable and great to talk to, and I would recommend them without hesitation to anyone visiting Somaliland.
Nicholas Boris
Despite it being Ramadan, Abdilahi was full of energy and showed great enthusiasm in sharing the best of Somaliland with us. We did a day trip to Laas Geel and Berbera and had a wonderful time. I highly recommend him and Horn Expeditions for any tours in the Horn of Africa.
Vivek Goyal