6-Day Kismayo, Goobweyn & Kooyame
About This Tour
Discover southern Somalia: Kismayo port city, Goobweyn river mouth where Jubba river meets Indian Ocean, and Kooyame Bajuni island.
Tour Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Mogadishu
Upon arrival at Aden Adde Airport, get immigration help and transfer to your hotel. After lunch and a tour briefing, explore Makka Almukarama Road, visit the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, Italian Colonial Parliament, and Il Palazzo del Parlamento. At Lido Beach, enjoy a boat ride and shoreline walk. Visit Mogadishu Mall, Hamarweyne Market, and relax at a rooftop café overlooking Mogadishu Cathedral. Stop Peace Park. End the day watching the sunset at Airport Beach, then return to the hotel overnight
Day 2: MOGADISHO➝ KISMAYO ➝ Goobweyn TOUR
Start the day with breakfast at your accommodation before departing for Kismayo. Upon arrival, our team will assist with airport immigration before transferring you to a three-star hotel for check-in. The tour begins with an exploration of Kismayo City, followed by a road trip to Goobweyn village, where you can enjoy fresh air from the river and sea while admiring the lush green landscape. After visiting Goobweyn village, enjoy lunch with food brought from the city. In the afternoon, take a boat ride along the Jubba River, observing diverse wildlife, including camels, cows, grey herons, white pelicans, flamingos, fish eagles, and other bird species. After leisure time to explore or relax, return to Kismayo for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3: Visit to Kooyame Island➝Boat trip
After breakfast, get ready for a trip to Koyame Island, 45 km from Kismayo. Take a road trip through beautiful views and see camels and other livestock. Then, take a boat to the island. Explore colonial-era sites, Century Cementary, meet Fishermen, their dialy life in the island, Swim fresh clear water beach, sunbathe at beach, enjoy fresh seafood for lunch with the local community. Relax on the beaches before returning to Kismayo in the afternoon to rest at your hotel.
Day 4: Exploring Kismayo ➝ Kandayuu Island
Wake up early in the morning to catch the breathtaking sunrise at Kabora Beach, offering stunning ocean views and a picturesque view of Kismayo City. After soaking in the serene morning, enjoy a well-prepared breakfast with an omelet as the best option. Then, take a walk along Kismayo Beach before visiting the vibrant fish market to experience the local seafood trade. Later, swim at Alanlay Beach and take a boat KandayuuE island, Visit protective fortress dating back centuries, End the tour with a visit to the local market to engage with the community before coming back to the the hotel.
Day 5: KISMAYO- MOGADISHO WITH DAY TOUR
After having a breakfast, you will be droped to Kisamyo airport to fly to Mogadisho. Upon arrival in Mogadisho airport you will continue and other day tour in Mogadisho. Starting at the Fish Market to see fresh seafood. Visit the Lighthouse and watch fishermen. Stop at Hamarweyne souvenir shop, drive through Shanghai Old City, and tour Bakara Market safely while viewing the Black Hawk Down site. Visit camel camps, enjoy seafood lunch, then relax at Abaydhaxan Beach Resort with a boat ride and refreshments. Stop at Nimow desert dunes before returning to the hotel overnight.
Day 6: DEPARTURE
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then check out. Our team will transfer you to the airport for your Ethiopian Airlines flight. Please note: no sightseeing is scheduled for the final day.
What's Included
Included
- All meals at the hotel.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in our vehicle.
- Tour guide services.
- Security detail with vehicles.
- Immigration Assistance
Not Included
- Visa cost ($60).
- Insurance coverage.
- Flights to Somalia.
- Drinks and food outside the hotel.
- Tips for services.
- Personal expenses, including shopping, telephone internet SIM cards, laundry, tablets, souvenirs, etc.
- Permission letter fee for YouTubers or journalists ($200).
Meeting Point
Airport Pick-up / Designated Meeting Point
