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10 Days South Sudan Tour- Bird watching tour
10 Day 9 Night South Sudan Bird Watching Tour, South Sudan
12th Feb
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01st Jul
Overview
10-Day, 9-Night South Sudan Bird Watching & Cultural Safari
Toposa, Larim, Lotuko, Mundari & the Sudd Wetlands Expedition
Discover one of Africa’s last true wilderness frontiers through birds, tribes, and the mighty Nile ecosystem.
This 10-Day Bird Watching and Cultural Safari in South Sudan combines rare birding opportunities with deep cultural immersion among some of Africa’s most authentic tribal communities, including the Toposa, Larim (Boya), Lotuko, Mundari, and Dinka peoples.
The journey also explores the legendary Sudd Wetlands, one of the largest swamp ecosystems in the world.
Why This Tour is Unique
- First structured birding-focused expedition in South Sudan
- Combines birdwatching + tribal photography + wilderness exploration
- Visit remote ecosystems, including the Sudd Swamp
- Explore 5+ indigenous tribes in one journey
- Designed for photographers, birders & researchers
Birding in South Sudan
South Sudan shares ecological connections with Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia—meaning its bird diversity is potentially extremely rich and still under-documented.
Key habitats include:
- River Nile corridors
- Wetlands and floodplains
- Savannah grasslands
- Mountain ecosystems near Mount Kinyeti
- The vast Sudd wetland system
Bird Species Highlights (Sample Sightings)
During this expedition, you may encounter:
- Shoebill
- African Fish Eagle
- Marabou Stork
- Goliath Heron
- Saddle-billed Stork
- Yellow-billed Stork
- African Sacred Ibis
- Great White Pelican
- Abdim’s Stork
- Black-crowned Crane
- Abyssinian Roller
- Kingfishers & Bee-eaters
- Weavers, Sunbirds & Cisticolas
- Long-tailed Cormorant
- White-faced Whistling Duck
(Bird sightings depend on season and habitat conditions.)
Cultural Highlights
Mundari Cattle Camps
Experience life along the White Nile:
- Cattle-centered lifestyle
- Ash body protection rituals
- Traditional cattle herding systems
- Unique photography opportunities
Toposa & Jiye Tribes
Part of the Karamojong cultural cluster:
- Warrior traditions
- Beaded ornaments
- Cattle-based economy
- Remote village life
Larim (Boya) Tribe
- Scarification traditions
- Nose and lip piercings
- Mountain communities in Boya Hills
Lotuko Tribe
Located near the Imatong Mountains:
- Cultural dances
- Traditional mountain settlements
- Strong heritage identity
10-Day Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Arrival in Juba
Arrival, permits, briefing, and overnight stay.
Day 2: Juba → Kapoeta (Toposa Region)
Domestic flight and introduction to Toposa communities.
Day 3: Full Day Toposa Exploration
Village visits, cultural interaction, and photography.
Day 4: Kapoeta → Boya Hills (Larim Tribe)
Drive to Kimatong and explore the Larim communities.
Day 5: Full Day Larim Exploration
Deep cultural immersion in mountain villages.
Day 6: Larim → Juba → Transition
Travel back toward the central region for an optional sunset shoot.
Day 7: Juba → Mundari Cattle Camps
Drive to Terekeka and experience evening cattle activities.
Day 8: Full Mundari Immersion
- Morning cattle routines
- Milking and ash rituals
- Cultural interaction and photography
Day 9: Mundari → Juba + City Tour
Return to Juba, optional city exploration.
Day 10: Departure
Transfer to the airport for an international flight.
Sudd Wetlands Experience
A highlight of this expedition is the edge of the Sudd Wetlands, one of the largest freshwater wetlands in the world.
This ecosystem supports:
- Rare birdlife
- Aquatic species
- Seasonal migrations
- Unique ecological systems
Important Notes
- This is a true expedition-style safari
- The infrastructure is very limited
- Flexibility is essential due to field conditions
- Birding results vary depending on the season
- Best travel season: November – April
Who This Tour is For
- Birdwatchers (beginner to expert)
- Wildlife photographers
- Documentary filmmakers
- Cultural explorers
- Researchers and expedition travelers
What’s Included
✔ Domestic flight (Juba → Kapoeta)
✔ Accommodation (hotels + camping)
✔ Full-board meals outside Juba
✔ 4x4 transport with driver
✔ Birding guide & cultural guide
✔ Permits & tribal access fees
✔ Camping equipment
What’s Not Included
✘ International flights
✘ Visa fees
✘ Travel insurance
✘ Meals in Juba
✘ Drinks
✘ Tips
✘ Personal expenses
Book Your South Sudan Birding Expedition
Explore one of Africa’s last untouched birding frontiers.
Contact Ultimate Wild Safaris:
info@ultimatewildsafaris.com
+256 705 087 906 / +256 760 282 342
Call to Action
Book your 10-Day South Sudan Bird Watching Safari today and explore birds, tribes, and wilderness in one extraordinary journey.
Tour Overview
Availability
Jan 19 - Dec 25
Duration
10D/9N
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
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