Why visit South Sudan?
Best known for birdwatching, culture, game reserves, hiking, lush savannas, national parks, rainforests, sport fishing, swamplands, wildlife, and white water rafting.
At a Glance
- Souvenirs to Buy: Amber, beaded jewelry, carved wooden statues, copper, crochet garments, grass products. hibiscus tea, masks, reed baskets, semi-precious stones, and straw products.
- Local Cuisine to Try: Aseeda (porridge). Ful Medames (bean dish). Kajaik (fish stew). Kisra (pancake). Madeeda Hilba (porridge). Mandazi (fried pastry). Moukhbaza (banana paste).
- Local Drink to Try: Karkade Tea (hibiscus tea).
Fun Facts
- Decades of civil war many fled to Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda.
- Forests lend mahogany hardwood.
- Wrestling is a traditional sport.
- The only brewery, Southern Sudan Beverages Limited went bankrupt (2016).
Special Holidays/Occasions
- Annual Events: (February) Jesus Festival, Mawlid an-Nabi, (October) Sufi Holiya Festival, (July) Independence Day Marathon, (August) Festival of Fashion & Arts for Peace, Japanese Summer Festival, (October) Hope for a New Nation, Human Rights Film Festival, and (December) South Sudan Film Festival.
- Holidays: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday, Labour Day, SPLA Day, Independence Day, Martyrs' Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha.
Good to Know
- Amongst the poorest and least developed countries in the world.
- Rainy Season is May - October.
- Avoid tap water consumption.
- Water is scarce during the Dry Season (January - April) in areas.
- Mosquitoes infest the riverbanks and swamps.
- Travel with a copy of your passport and VISA.
- Avoid demonstrations and public gatherings.
- ATMs draw on local banks only.
- Internet service is available in major cities and towns.
- Avoid evening exploring or travel.
- U.S. currency prior to 2006 is not accepted.
- Has no formal tourism industry infrastructure.
- Landmines remain a hazard.
- Journalists are required to report to South Sudanese Media Authority.
- Road ambushes and roadside crime are common.
- Dress conservatively.
- Amateur or professional photography requires a permit (Ministry of Interior, $50).
- Exclusively a cash society.
- Roads tend to be impassable during the Rainy Season (March - November).
- Avoid taking random photos in public.
- Most buildings lack elevators.
- Roads are narrow, poorly maintained, rutted, and unpaved.
- Avoid travel along border areas.
- Checkpoint bribe solicitations are common.
- Drive with doors locked and windows closed.
- Avoid photographing airports, bridges, government buildings, or persons in uniform, vehicles.
- Same-sex sexual relations is illegal; punishable 10 or 14 years in prison.
- Medical care and facilities are far below western standards.
- Prevalent Diseases: Cholera, Dengue, Hepatitis A, HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Measles, Meningococcal, Polio, Rabies, Typhoid, and Yellow Fever.
- International Driver's License and third-party liability insurance is required.
- Many local drivers are uninsured.
This international destination requires:
- A valid passport with six months of validity and two blank pages for entry stamp.
- Tourist VISA required.
- Yellow Fever Vaccination required.
Subject to droughts, high temperatures, and humidity.
- Best Time to Visit: December - February
- Coolest Months: June - September
- Hottest Months: January - April
- Peak Season: December - February
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