R-445 · Route File

Sheikh Pass Road

Berbera, Sheikh and Burao · Somaliland

The celebrated switchback ascent from the Berbera coastal plain through the Gollis range at Sheikh, continuing toward Burao.

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References: 8
Coverage: partial
Reviewed: Aug 2026

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Route-specific references

Sources for Sheikh Pass Road

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Roads and access

Maps and navigation

Sheikh Mountains and bypass
official · Somaliland Ministry of Industry and Tourism
Official Berbera approach, ten-kilometre switchbacks and elevation gain

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Weather

Somaliland meteorology service
official · Ministry of Civil Aviation and Airports Development
Official meteorological observations and service information

Roads and access

Fuel and services

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community · iOverlander
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Land access and closures

Somaliland tourism department
official · Ministry of Commerce and Tourism
Official tourism-site, operator, visitor and escort-service authority

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