3 Days South Sudan Mundari Cultural Tour

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Country: South Sudan

Destinations: Juba, Terekeka, and Mundari

Itinerary at Glance

Day 1: Arrival in Juba and transfer to Mundari

Day 2: Explore Mundari Cattle Camp

Day 3: Transfer back to Juba for departure 

Trip Overview.

This 3-day Mundari of South Sudan cultural tour offers an authentic and immersive experience, allowing you to connect with the Mundari people and witness their unique way of life. At One More Adventure Safaris, we prioritize responsible tourism, ensuring that your journey respects the local culture and supports the sustainable development of the communities you visit.

Join us on this unforgettable cultural tour and delve into the traditions, rituals, and customs of the Mundari people. Immerse yourself in their vibrant culture, experience their warm hospitality, and create lasting memories of your journey through South Sudan’s cultural heartland.

Highlights.

  • Visit to Mundari cattle camp
  • Mundari cultural experience
  • Countryside drives

Day 1: Arrive in Juba and transfer to Mundari

Day Itinerary

Upon arrival in Juba International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by One More Adventure Safaris, South Sudan representative, who will introduce you, to your local guide, share an introductory briefing, before jumping into your vehicle, and get started with your day mission. More communication will be done, as you transfer in your vehicle, as you freely engage into informative talks about South Sudan in general. The dos and don’ts, will be brought into your attention.

We shall head north towards the heartland of the Mundari, semi-nomadic cattle herders that despite the relative proximity with Juba and the collateral effect of the South Sudanese Civil War have managed to keep their tribal way of life almost intact. It’s roughly a four to five hour journey that exposes you to sights of the magnificent countryside of South Sudan.

Our first stop will be the market town of Terekeka, where we’ll enjoy a quick roadside snack, while our guide pops in at the local government offices to register our visit to the Mundari cattle camp.

The Mudari people have preserved their age-old traditions and rituals, offering you a rare opportunity to witness their way of life up close. From mesmerizing dances to intricate body art, you’ll be captivated by their rich cultural heritage.

Once at the camp, we’ll pay our respects to the Mundari elders and then introduce ourselves to the rest of the tribe and he personally grants you further access to the local tribe. You have a chance to take beautiful sunset photos in the Mundari cattle camps. You will have an incredible moment here in the cattle farm, interacting and catching up with sunset moment in the cattle farms as you interact with the local herdsmen.

The following day will be entirely spent in the company of the Mundari, who will share with us their rituals, their stories and the arcane secrets of their ancient culture.

Meals and overnights in comfortable modern tents that our guides will set up for you in the proximity of the Mundari village.

Overnight stay at: Camping

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Explore Mundari Cattle Camp

Day Itinerary

Today, we have a full day, dedicated to learn, interact and get to know more about the untamed culture of the Mundari people. You have the entire day to enjoy and experience an authentic Mundari culture, visit their cattle camps, and families.

As you venture into Mundari villages, you will be greeted by warm smiles and open arms, as the Mundari people are known for their hospitality and friendliness. Our knowledgeable guides will facilitate meaningful interactions, allowing you to learn about their customs, traditions, and ways of life.

One of the most notable features of the Mundari culture is their distinct body art. Both men and women adorn themselves with intricate patterns and scarifications, which hold deep cultural and symbolic meanings. Explore the significance behind these unique body decorations and witness the craftsmanship that goes into creating them.

During your visit, you will also have the opportunity to witness the famous Mundari cattle campsThese camps serve as the focal points of Mundari life, where families come together to tend to their herds and build strong social bonds. Observe the Mundari’s traditional cattle-herding techniques, learn about their grazing patterns, and gain insights into the role of cattle in their everyday lives.

By sunset, the herders will return to the village with their livestock in masses and start preparing them for the evening stay. The mist created by the smoke the Mundari prepare to repel mosquitoes will create a unique atmosphere, great for photography.

You will dine on the local delicacies if you wish as you wait in the evening for the magical sunset photos at the cattle camp.

Overnight stay at: Camping

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Visit the cattle farm and transfer back to Juba

Day Itinerary

In the late morning we’ll take our leave from the Mundari, you may opt an early morning sunrise photoshoot to capture that sunrise moment before we head back south for Juba.

We’ll arrive in Juba in the afternoon and transfer to Juba International Airport for your flight back home. Bid farewell to South Sudan as you depart from Juba, carrying with you cherished memories and a deep appreciation for the authentic Sudanese culture you experienced.

Thank you for choosing One More Adventure Safaris as your host, we look forward to hosting you again in future and your recommendations to family and friends! End of the tour!

Meal Plan: Breakfast only

The Safari Package includes:

  • Accommodation based on safari tents
  • Visa support services
  • All ground transport by air conditioned 4WD
  • Terekeka market visit
  • Camping gears
  • Site entrance fees
  • Service of a local English Speaking guides
  • Camera permit for 1 camera per person/ photography permit
  • Service of an English Speaking OMAS Tour Leader
  • Unlimited bottle of mineral water

The Safari Package excludes expenses of personal nature like:

  • Flights to and from Juba
  • Visa Fees ($100 – $160 depending on nationality)
  • Optional activities
  • Pre-tour accommodation
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Laundry
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • International vaccinations
  • Health test requirements
  • Porter fees while trekking
  • Camera permit paid on arrival into Juba (+$100 per extra camera – DSLR, GoPro, etc)
  • Personal travel Insurance
  • Personal shopping bills
  • Phone call bills
  • Extras while at the hotel
  • Items of personal nature

Please contact us for a free detailed quote on the option of your choice. We can tailor a request that suits your interests, and budget, as well as we can change or upgrade the lodge options. Write to us with more details about your safari.

Once you start a trip planned by One More Adventure Safaris, you fall into the One More Adventure rhythm. No request is too small, neither complicated, we curate the entire trip with you, from start until when you meet your interest and budget at hand. Our rapport with the local guides and continuous assessment of your interests and needs demonstrated the diamond standard of all safari specialists. We are also available outside working hours when a couple of things needs to get done.