WHAT TO PACK FOR A TRIP TO SOUTH SUDAN –SOUTH SUDAN SAFARI TOUR?
After doing all the basics of booking your flight to travel to South Sudan for the safari trip in the Mundari cattle camp of South Sudan, you go ahead to alert all your relatives, friends and close about your plan to travel to South Sudan safari tour in the Mundari cattle camps and the other tribes. Then there is one more thing you are left with and that is packing for your trip to South Sudan as you have planned below we are going to take you through some of the basic things that you need to pack when traveling to South Sudan for the South Sudan safari or the South Sudan tour and the South Sudan safari tour.
Packing for an African safari or a trip to South Sudan or South Sudan safari tour in Mundari cattle camps can seem like a daunting venture. It’s a different sort of travel experience: you’re out there on the roads of South Sudan, amongst nature, exposed to the elements and you know, well, lions (don’t worry, stay inside the truck and you’ll be safe). Of course, the specifics will vary to a number of factors – where you’re going, how long for, and at what time of year – and you’ll need to consult your handling agent for your itinerary’s Essential Trip Information thoroughly. But to get you started, here is a general safari packing guide for a trip to South Sudan, a trip to juba, or the South Sudan safari tour. In case you are still looking for a trip to book, please check out our 3 days Mundari cattle camp in South Sudan.
WHAT CLOTHING SHOULD I TAKE FOR MY TRIP TO SOUTH SUDAN, SOUTH SUDAN TOUR, OR A TRIP TO JUBA?
The classic African traveler is a pretty handy one to keep in mind when you’re packing for the South Sudan safari tour and the trip to South Sudan. It can get hot in our safari vehicles which are sometimes not air-conditioned, so on packing for the trip to South Sudan and your South Sudan Tour; bring light, comfortable clothes that you can move around in easily. Nylon and synthetics are a no-no; cotton and other breathable materials are much better to pack for your trip to South Sudan. Try and pack garments that are easy to wash and dry; while some people like to wear jeans in the evenings, they’re not good for trekking and they can take a while to dry. A sunhat and sunglasses are essential when packing for your trip to South Sudan.
Check the weather before you leave, but even in the summer you’ll need some warm clothing for the nights and early morning game drives; consider bringing a fleece, beanie, thermal underwear, and a wind-proof jacket. Bringing a light scarf for the dual purpose of warmth and sun protection is always a good idea; in many destinations, you can even pick up a traditional woven blanket or wrap, such as the bright (and warm!) Maasai shukas of Kenya and Tanzania (ask your leader where the best place to buy one is so you know your money is going into local pockets).
While you won’t need heavy-duty hiking boots on this South Sudan tour, comfortable, closed-in shoes are a must, as most trips incorporate some bushwalking, and you’ll want to protect your feet around the campsites from grass and insect bites. Here To Book With Us This 3 Days South Sudan Mundari Cattle Camp Safari Tour
There are a lot of schools of thought around the best color patterns to choose for your South Sudan safari tour lookbook: don’t wear bright colors (especially red), as you might attract wild animals; don’t wear dark, as you’ll attract insects, or white because you’ll get dirty. Plain, muted colors like cream, grey, brown, and khaki are popular and practical choices (avoid military patterns), but really there’s no strict right or wrong – although you may want to avoid wearing too much black and navy in some areas due to tsetse flies.
Oh, and ladies? Bring a sports bra. The roads in South Sudan can be pretty bumpy.
HOW ABOUT TOILETRIES & MEDICATION WHILE ON A TRIP IN SOUTH SUDAN?
Out on the road, a ready supply of wet wipes, tissues, and zip-lock bags (to discard used wipes) is your best friend. You’ll be able to shower everywhere you stay, but things can get pretty dusty in the safari vehicle. You’ll also need sunscreen and tropical-strength mosquito repellant, which you can pick up from a pharmacy or travel doctor before you leave. Your overland crew will provide you with hand soap if you’re stopping for lunch on an all-day drive, but some travelers like to have a small bottle of hand sanitizer with them – also helpful for any ‘bushy bushy’ toilet stops with minimal facilities. Most safari vehicles in South Sudan will have a roll of toilet paper on board, but pocket tissues are always handy (or you can purchase your own toilet paper supply along the way).
While the crew will have a first aid kit with them, it’s always a good idea to bring a small version of your own, equipped with basics like band-aids, painkillers, and rehydration salts, just in case. As soon as you book your South Sudan trip, make an appointment to see your travel doctor; they’ll be able to give you more information about any other medication you might need to take with you when traveling to Juba for your breathtaking South Sudan cultural safari tour and South Sudan tour with Nungi safaris.
What sort of luggage should I bring on my trip to South Sudan and when traveling to South Sudan for the South Sudan cultural tour? Here To Book With Us This 3 Days South Sudan Mundari Cattle Camp Safari Tour
While traveling inside South Sudan for your South Sudan Tour, your main luggage will be stored in a compartment at the back of the safari vehicle, so a soft-sided bag or backpack (with no external frame) is best when packing your luggage for the South Sudan tour. While you should avoid hard suitcases, soft bags with wheels are fine as long as they also have a carry handle or strap to move around easily. Nungi safaris have a couple of trips where passengers must have a soft bag, so make sure you check your trip notes. You’ll also need a daypack to hold your water, camera, and anything else you want to keep with you on game drives, walking safaris, and other included activities.
The weight limit for luggage on all Nungi safaris is 15-20kgs per person (you’ll find similar limits on domestic flights), so pack as lightly as you can. If your trip begins and ends in the same place, excess luggage can usually be stored at your arrival/departure hotel and collected when you’re back.
You’ll be able to securely store your passport, money, and airline tickets in accommodation safes and the safety of our safes in the vehicles, but avoid bringing unnecessary valuables. It’s also a good idea to bring a money belt or pouch. If you’re traveling with a tablet or laptop, you’ll find Wi-Fi in the common areas of most lodges and tented camps, but some are specifically designed without this mod con so guests truly get off the grid. It may seem like an inconvenience at the time, but many travelers end up finding this forced detox one of the highlights of the trip while in South Sudan. Here To Book With Us This 3 Days South Sudan Mundari Cattle Camp Safari Tour
WHAT OTHER ITEMS DO I NEED TO PACK FOR MY TRIP TO SOUTH SUDAN?
Camera (with extra memory card). South Sudan is every photographer’s dream destination. So pack all sorts of cameras you feel are good for you to capture every moment. However, before traveling to South Sudan for your amazing South Sudan tour, you will be required to register all the cameras and lenses that you are going to carry for your South Sudan trip. While some travelers are content with using their smartphones, most prefer a DSLR or point-and-shoot with zoom capabilities.
Spare camera battery. Lodges and permanent tented campsites will have charging facilities, but sometimes the generators are switched off at night. Make sure you’ve fully charged your camera ahead of all-day drives.
Binoculars. There should be a pair on board the truck, but bring your own for better viewing.
Water bottle (we recommend at least a 1.5-liter capacity). You can bring your own or buy one at a supermarket along the way. Bottled water is readily available throughout the South Sudan trip, but for environmental reasons, it’s best to refill a reusable bottle wherever possible. Your crew will keep drinking water on board the safari vehicle, but most people tend to buy their own 10-liter bottle and keep refilling their smaller ones. Just make sure you avoid tap water while in South Sudan or on any African safari.
A good quality, high-beam headlamp or torch for around the lodges and tented camps at night is a must-have when packing for the trip to South Sudan.
Small travel pillows to make long driving days more comfortable, and ear plugs to guard against a snoring roommate
Entertainment. Most of the time the sights outside your window will be enough to keep you absorbed, but a portable music player or journal is always welcome company on long drive days.
DO I NEED A SLEEPING BAG OR OTHER CAMPING EQUIPMENT WHEN PACKING FOR MY TRAVEL TO SOUTH SUDAN FOR THE SOUTH SUDAN TOUR?
It depends on the style of tour you’re doing. On Nungi safaris, you won’t necessarily need to have one because we always pitch mobile tents with all the bedding while on trips in South Sudan. however, if you wish to bring a sleeping sheet and sleeping bag with you, especially if you’re traveling during the hot season, it has no problem. Again, check your trip notes for more information.
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