8 Days South Sudan Trip
South Sudan
Duration
8 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Season
Dry
Difficulty
Flexible
About the trip
This South Sudan Tribal Tour will take you to diverse tribes such as the Mundari tribe on the north east of Juba to Tarekeka to explore one of the unique tribes of South Sudan. The Mundari people are farmers, cattle herding and agriculturalists who live in small scatered villages. They follow a largely traditional lifestyle. They have a strong cultural believes, where the young men and women are marked with a series of parallel “V-shaped scars on their forehead – this tradition is now officially discouraged by the government and is starting to die out but most over the age of around 25 will sport these markings. Apart from the Mundari this tour takes you to the cattle camps of the Dinka tribe. The Dinka people are a Nilotic group with no centralized political power but are rather divided themselves into independently interconnected clans. Most of the Dinka community resides in Sudan’s Anglo-Egyptian historical province of Bahr el Jebel. After Dinka tour head to visit the Larim tribe at Boya hills. This south sudan tour will further take you to Topposa tribe and Lotuku tribe.
Included
All airport transfers
Accommodation in tents and hotels in twin rooms basis as per the itinerary or similar
Ground transportation using vans and tourist standard 4by4 with AC for the entire trip with 3 pax per vehicle
All Meals outside of Juba
Guide services by our English-speaking driver guides and a guide based on the number of participants
All fees to village elders and entrance fees
Photography and entry permits
Excluded
All international flights
Alien registration fees( 40$)
Visa fee 100$
Travel insurance
Tips and items of personal nature like laundry, souvenirs, etc
All what is not included in the included list above
Itinerary
Arrival to Juba City South Sudan
Morning: Arrive in Juba, South Sudan’s capital. Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel. Check in, rest, and freshen up after your journey. Afternoon: Take a relaxed orientation walk around the city. Visit Juba Market, where you can browse local crafts, handmade items, and fresh produce. Enjoy time learning how daily trade supports community life across the region. Evening: Dinner at Afex Restaurant near the White Nile riverbank, enjoying the atmosphere of the riverfront. Optional: a short scenic stroll to take in the evening views. Overnight: Amarat Rainbow Hotel (or similar) Meal: None
Juba – Dinka Tribe Village 260 kms
Morning: Depart Juba and travel toward a Dinka community. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed by local hosts and invited to learn about their way of life. Afternoon: Engage with the community through conversation and guided cultural exchange. Participate in a traditional Dinka wrestling session (or related initiation activities), learning the meaning behind the games—strength, discipline, and cultural pride. Evening: Enjoy dinner on a campsite setting. Sit with your hosts for informal storytelling and cultural discussion under the evening sky. Overnight: Camping Meal: BLD
Drive Dinka – Mundari Tribal Land 285 kms
Morning: Continue your journey into the Mundari region. Visit local cattle camps and meet pastoralists as they go through daily routines centered on livestock, care, and seasonal movement. Afternoon: Experience Mundari traditions through observation and interaction. Participate in cultural sharing sessions that introduce traditional values, community roles, and everyday life. Evening: Camp outdoors under the stars. Evening fireside moments: stories, song, and shared time with the community (where welcomed). Overnight: Camping
Drive Mundari – Lopit Villages
Morning: Travel toward the Lopit Hills, enjoying scenic views and gradual changes in landscape. Your guide will share background on local geography and the traditions tied to each area. Afternoon: Visit a Lopit village and engage in community life. Join in local farming activities and learn about agricultural practices and food systems that sustain the region. Gain insight into how seasons shape work, community schedules, and cultural rhythms. Evening: Settle into camp as the hills cool down. Relax and enjoy a calm evening atmosphere. Overnight: Camping
Drive Lopit – Lotuko to Illeu Village
Morning: Head toward the Lotuko area. Begin with a 45-minute trek uphill to reach the village. Once there, meet the community, explore nearby surroundings, and view local crafts and traditional handiwork. Afternoon: Watch traditional Lotuko dance performances. Learn how dance and movement express identity, celebration, and community history. Time for questions and guided cultural interaction. Overnight: Camping
Lotuko – Larim (Imatong Hills)
Morning: Journey toward the Imatong Hills to visit the Boya/Larim community. Along the way, enjoy changing scenery and learn about the significance of the Imatongs to local culture. Afternoon: Meet the Larim people, known for their unique cultural heritage including body scarification traditions (where appropriate and respectful). Interact with community members and learn about cultural values, traditions, and artistic expression. Experience dancing performances and cultural storytelling sessions. Evening: Camp and enjoy a quiet night after an immersive cultural day. Overnight: Camping
Drive Back to Juba
Morning: Depart early for the drive back to Juba. Enjoy the scenic route and reflect on the culture and experiences of the past week. Afternoon: Arrive in Juba and check in. Take time to rest, shower, and recover in comfort. Evening Optional: a relaxed evening walk or final dinner in Juba’s city atmosphere. Overnight: Royal Palace Hotel (or similar)