South sudan tourism

(South Sudan, SS, North-East Africa)The year 2011 was a time of enormous change in the vast country of Sudan and following a nationwide referendum, it was decided that a new southern nation should emerge. On 9th July 2011, the newly formed and completely independent country of South Sudan was born, becoming a member of both the African Union and the United Nations.This landlocked country resides within the area known as 'Middle Africa' and does come with some travel warnings, due to ongoing political unrest and conflicts. Foreign visitors are often targeted in some areas, particularly around the borders, and so extreme caution is advised for anyone undertaking a tourism expedition in this emerging nation - the newest country on the planet.Juba is currently the capital of South Sudan and the state of Central Equatoria, although a national project has proposed that Ramciel should become the new capital city, partly due to Juba's lack of infrastructure and the more central situation of Ramciel. Currently, Juba is the best city to visit for tourist information and is seeing something of an influx of immigrants from Kenya and Uganda, as well as westerners. Therefore, there are plenty of eateries and nightspots present in Juba to cater for its visitors, while some tourists staying in the capital simply prefer a cruise on the River Nile.South Sudan Tourist Information and Tourism: Top SightsThis nation is definitely one holiday destination for the more adventurous of tourist and there are plenty of tempting attractions to choose from.

South Sudan Travel GuideThis is a South Sudan Travel Guide from taste2travel.comDate Visited: April 2024IntroductionWelcome to South Sudan, the world’s newest country, a land of vast plains, vibrant cultures, fascinating tribes and untamed wilderness.A Mundari cattle herder, covered in cow-dung ash.Nestled in the heart of East Africa, South Sudan is a country rich in diversity and history, offering travellers a unique and immersive experience like no other.Sunset north of Juba.South Sudan boasts a tapestry of completely undeveloped, and untouched, landscapes, from the lush greenery of its swamps and savannas to the rugged peaks of its mountain ranges.A young Mundari girl.The concept of tourism is new to South Sudan and at this early stage there are many bureaucratic hurdles to visiting the country. All of these are outlined in the following sections of this guide.Currently, the only sensible way to visit South Sudan is to engage the services of a local tour company.Home to the Lotuko tribe since the 14th century, the very remote Ilieu village is nestled among giant granite boulders.I traveled to South Sudan with Kinyeti Wild Tours who I would recommend (full details are included in the ‘Tour Company‘ section below).As for the South Sudanese, I found them to be a kind, warm and welcoming people. They have much to be proud of and are eager to share their rich cultural heritage with curious travellers.No shortage of warm smiles in South Sudan.Corruption permeates every aspect of life in South Sudan and it would seem the main economic activity is government officials extracting bribes from the beleaguered population.A Mundari cattle herder, surrounded by his cows.In this South Sudan Travel Guide, I provide insights, recommendations, and practical tips to make the most of your visit.While the country is open to tourists, it is, currently, best suited to intrepid, adventurous travellers.Birds, feeding off of bugs on a Ankole-Watusi cow.Location Juba, South Sudan South Sudan is located in East-Central Africa, bordered by six countries, making it a landlocked nation.To the north, Sudan, from which South Sudan gained independence in 2011 after decades of civil war, shares a 1,900-kilometre (1,200 miles) border with South Sudan.To the east, Ethiopia shares a 1,300-kilometre (810 miles) border with South Sudan.To the southeast, Kenya shares a border of 232-kilometres (144 miles), while to the south, Uganda, shares a border of 435-kilometres (270 miles) with South Sudan.The Ugandan border crossing in the town of Nimule, is the busiest,

Rafting along the River Nile is certainly recommended and as you travel along this famous waterway, you will pass by scenery that appears as it did literally centuries ago. The fact that South Sudan has been so isolated by wars means that much of its landscape remains quite untouched and the wildlife has surprisingly continued to flourish. In fact, South Sudan is actually home to one of the biggest and most spectacular animal migrations in the whole of Africa, when many hundreds of thousands of antelope cross this landscape, accompanied by countless other animals.Many of South Sudan's parks are not easy to reach and tourists will find some to be quite inaccessible, unless you are prepared to charter your very own plane. Others are within driving distance of Juba, such as the Bandingilo National Park, where elephants, giraffe and baboons can often be spotted going about their daily lives. On the southerly side of the country, the Nimule National Park is another very special part of South Sudan, with boat trips offering glimpses of hippos and charming waterfront villages. For specific tourist attractions, Juba is a good place to start, with its Cathedral of All Saints, its Presidential Palace and its university buildings all being worth a look. More information about South Sudan Tourist Attractions.South Sudan is definitely beginning to recognise the potential in mass tourism, but it has a long way to go until this market is fully accommodated. There are currently just a handful of small tourist companies