Wildlife & Culture Tour

8 Days South Sudan Tour – Mundari and Nimule National park tour

 8 Day 7 Night Mundari Cattle Camp, and Nimule National Park Wildlife Safari Tour, South Sudan
 12th Feb - 01st Jul
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Overview

8-Day, 7-Night Mundari Cattle Camp & Nimule National Park Wildlife Safari – South Sudan

Discover the perfect blend of culture and wildlife in one of Africa’s most untouched destinations.

This 8-Day, 7-Night Mundari Cattle Camp and Nimule National Park Safari offers a rare opportunity to experience the raw authenticity of South Sudan—combining immersive cultural encounters with the Mundari tribe and thrilling wildlife adventures in Nimule National Park.

Why Choose This Safari?

  • Unique combination of tribal culture + wildlife safari
  • Visit remote Mundari cattle camps along the Nile
  • Explore one of South Sudan’s most accessible parks
  • Walking safaris, boat rides & optional adventure activities
  • Ideal for photographers, explorers, and cultural travelers

Discover Nimule National Park

Located along the White Nile near the Uganda border, Nimule National Park is one of South Sudan’s oldest protected areas, established in 1954.

What Makes Nimule Special?

  • Home to elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and antelope species
  • Scenic landscapes with rivers, savannah, and forest patches
  • Incredible birdlife along the Nile
  • Accessible year-round, even during the rainy season

Key Highlights

  • Visit the dramatic Fola Falls where the Nile surges through a narrow rocky gorge
  • Boat excursion to islands on the Nile
  • Walking safaris with experienced rangers
  • Chance to see:
    • Elephants
    • Zebras
    • Ugandan kob
    • Warthogs
    • Baboons & vervet monkeys
    • Possible sightings of leopards

For adventure seekers, optional white-water rafting on the White Nile offers an adrenaline-filled experience with Grade 4+ rapids (seasonal).

Experience the Mundari Cattle Camps

The Mundari people are among South Sudan’s most fascinating tribes, known for their deep connection to cattle—especially the iconic long-horned Ankole-Watusi.

Cultural Highlights

  • Daily life centered around cattle herding
  • Use of ash from cow dung fires as a natural insect repellent
  • Children actively involved in cattle care and camp duties
  • Unique traditions, initiation rites, and wrestling culture

Cattle are a symbol of:

  • Wealth and status
  • Marriage (dowry system)
  • Spiritual identity

A stay in the cattle camps offers powerful photography opportunities and authentic cultural immersion you won’t find anywhere else in Africa.

8-Day Itinerary Overview

Day 1: Arrival in Juba

Arrive in Juba, meet your guide, transfer to the hotel, and complete travel formalities.

Day 2: Transfer to Mundari Land (Terekeka)

Journey north to Terekeka, home of the Mundari cattle camps. Enjoy your first sunset experience among the cattle.

Day 3: Explore Mundari Villages

Full-day immersion in cattle camps and villages:

  • Herding, milking, and daily routines
  • Cultural interactions and photography

Day 4: Morning Experience & Return to Juba

Early morning photography and activities before returning to Juba.

Day 5: Transfer to Nimule National Park

Drive to Nimule National Park and prepare for your wildlife experience.

Day 6: Walking Safari in Nimule

Guided walking safari with rangers:

  • Track wildlife
  • Explore diverse ecosystems
  • Learn about the park’s ecology

Day 7: Boat Safari on the White Nile

Enjoy a scenic boat ride:

  • Spot hippos and crocodiles
  • Visit the river islands
  • Optional visit to Fola Falls

Day 8: Return & Departure

Transfer back to Juba for departure.

Who This Safari is Perfect For

  • Cultural and tribal travel enthusiasts
  • Wildlife lovers
  • Adventure travelers
  • Photographers & documentary creators
  • Travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path destinations

Extend Your South Sudan Experience

You can combine this safari with:

  • Mundari & Dinka cattle camp expeditions
  • Birdwatching tours
  • Imatong Mountains hiking
  • Longer 10–15-day cultural journeys across multiple tribes

Book Your South Sudan Safari Today

Step into one of Africa’s last authentic frontiers.

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Tour Overview

Availability

Jan 19 - Dec 25

Duration

8D/7N

Pickup Location

pickup avaiable from airport, train and also cruise

Language

English

Car PickUp

Available

Tour Guide

Included

Included

  • All meals during the safari, while in our mobile camp and bottled Water, Ice makers.
  • Individual tent with cot bed that has mattress, sheets, pillow (blankets or sleeping bags are not necessary)
  • Mobile enclosed showers, toilets, towels and body & hair shower soap.
  • All Park fees.and Photo permit
  • Introduction letter to get your visa.
  • Translators from the local tribal languages to English
  • Drivers/guides that are knowledgeable about the wildlife and tribes
  • Full mobile kitchen with chef and helper.
  • Game viewing (most game viewing will be from the 4x4 vehicles, however there may be some short distance walking to reach particular areas).
  • Visits to tribal villages for photography and purchasing artifacts.
  • 220 and 110 volt Power takes offs to charge camera batteries
  • Shaded dining area with camp chairs, tables and lanterns.
  • Rechargeable Lanterns
  • 4x4 vehicles from Juba airport to Juba airport. Most of the parks in South Sudan have no roads so we navigate by GPS when searching for wildlife.
  • Laundry as weather permits.
  • Armed Forest Rangers guides

Excluded

  • Airfare to Juba (see our page on this subject in this web site -"Flying To South Sudan")
  • South Sudan Visa (see our page on this subject in this web site - "Visas, Entry Permits...")
  • Entry letter to Board the aircraft to Juba (see our page on this subject in this web site) (the entry letter is not necessary if you have a visa)
  • Any health expenses for illness or accident including malaria prevention, yellow fever inoculation, hospitalization, doctor consultations, emergency evacuation costs.
  • Check with your health insurance if you are covered while traveling, if not we recommend you obtain health insurance while you are in Southern Sudan.
  • Any costs for delays caused by airlines, weather, mud, political occurrences, lost luggage. (such as extra charges for: hotels, meals, taxis, airline fees to change tickets)
  • Any costs for rescheduling such as if you’re arriving in Juba early or departing later of the scheduled dates.
  • Hard liquor
  • Tips
  • Use of SAT phone in camp $4 usd per minute

Itenary

Day 1
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 1- Arrival at south Sudan juba international airport.
    On your arrival, you will be guided by ultimate wild safaris to the Customs and Immigration in Juba for registration and finally relaxation at you hotel in juba.(Royal Palace Hotel)

Day 2
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 2- Transfer from Juba Capital city to telekeka the land of Mundari
    In the morning after breakfast, we drive to telekeka the area of Mundari people. The journey may take about 2 -3 hours depending on road conditions and rain. Have Lunch and then proceed.(Accommodation- Camping)

Day 3
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 3 - Explore the Mundari Cattle land
    Today you will spend the whole day exploring the Mundari cattle land, photographing the landscapes.

Day 4
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 4 -Early Morning Photography in Mundari camp and Transfer back To Juba.
    Today you will be your last day to encounter the Mundari cattle camp in the morning and then transfer to Juba capital city for relaxation at your hotel as you warm up to visit Nimule National Park, the following day.(Accommodation- Royal Palace Hotel)

Day 5
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 5 -Transfer To Nimule National Park.
    Today you will head to Nimule National Park from Juba capital City , a drive that will take over 5 hours
    Accommodation: Camping

Day 6
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 6 - Walking Game Viewing in Nimule National Park
    Have breakfast, there after head a game viewing tour with the park ranger , viewing the residents of nimule national park(Accommodation - Camping)

Day 7
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 7 - Nimule National Park Boatride.
    Today, you will have boat trip to island in the Nile River and search for aquatic animals.
    Accommodation: Mobile Camp. >

Day 8
  • 08:00 AM

    Day 8 - Departure
    Have Morning breakfast, Drive for 3 to 5 hours from Nimule National Park to Juba International Airport for departure, hence calling it end of south Sudan tour.

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