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Visiting South Sudan
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UK FCDO: Political and security situation The political and security situation remains unpredictable. Political tensions are high and the security situation across the country could deteriorate rapidly and unpredictably. If the unstable security situation deteriorates, routes into and out of South Sudan may be blocked. Juba airport may close or be inaccessible. Flights may be cancelled at short notice. Regional developments may also affect international transport. For example, in 2019 and 2023, events in
Updated 2025-12-10
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Top Attractions in South Sudan
The most iconic and unmissable experiences this country has to offer.
Boma National Park
Covering around 22,800 square kilometres in eastern South Sudan near the Ethiopian border, Boma is one of the largest protected areas on the African continent. The park shelters white-eared kob, tiang, Mongalla gazelle, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards, and forms one endpoint of the world's largest terrestrial mammal migration. Visitors who time their trip to coincide with the November-to-January movement witness millions of antelope moving across the savannah in a spectacle that surpasses the Serengeti in sheer numbers.
Bandingilo National Park
Bandingilo stretches across roughly 10,000 square kilometres in south-central South Sudan and anchors the western half of the Boma-Bandingilo migration corridor. During the rainy season, the park draws enormous herds of white-eared kob, tiang, and Bohor reedbuck that breed on its floodplains before moving east toward Boma. African Parks manages the reserve in partnership with the South Sudan Wildlife Service, and the Boma-Bandingilo landscape is on UNESCO's Tentative World Heritage List.
The Sudd
The Sudd is one of the world's largest freshwater wetlands, spanning up to 200,000 square kilometres of floodplain along the White Nile in central South Sudan. The wetland supports millions of waterbirds, shoebills, hippos, and Nile crocodiles, and plays a pivotal role in the annual antelope migration that passes through it between Bandingilo and Boma. It remains one of Africa's least visited and most ecologically significant landscapes.
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Health & Safety
Health & Emergency Info
Before You Travel
Before you travel check that: your destination can provide the healthcare you may need you have appropriate travel insurance for local treatment or unexpected medical evacuation This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant. Emergency medical number South Sudan does not have an emergency medical public phone number. There are limited private ambulance services, but you will have to register with a private clinic first. Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment. Vaccine recommendations and health risks At least
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Health information sourced from UK FCDO. Always consult a travel health professional before departure.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting South Sudan
Entry requirements vary by passport. Check the requirements for your specific passport on the South Sudan page at Yoogo.
South Sudan uses the South Sudanese pound (SSP). ATMs are largely unavailable outside Juba, so travellers should bring sufficient US dollars in cash, which are widely accepted alongside local currency. Card acceptance is limited to a small number of hotels and upmarket establishments in the capital.
South Sudan has experienced significant conflict since independence and the security situation varies considerably by region and time. Most governments advise against all or all but essential travel to large parts of the country; check your government's official travel advisory before planning any visit.
Road infrastructure is extremely limited, and many routes become impassable during the rainy season due to flooding and mud. Internal flights operate between Juba and a handful of regional towns, and are often the only reliable way to reach areas outside the capital. Motorcycle taxis and minibuses serve short distances within cities.
The dry season from December to March is generally considered the most favourable period for travel, with roads more passable and wildlife easier to spot around water sources. The wet season from June to November brings heavy rainfall that can render rural routes impassable, though bird watching is particularly rewarding during this period.
English is the official language and is widely spoken in Juba and among educated South Sudanese, making it the most practical choice for travellers. Juba Arabic, a widely understood pidgin, is also useful in the capital and surrounding areas. Outside urban centres, over 60 indigenous languages are spoken, with Dinka and Nuer having the largest number of speakers.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travellers aged nine months or over, and you will need to present it on arrival. Malaria is present throughout the country year-round, so antimalarial medication is strongly recommended alongside insect repellent. Consult a travel health clinic at least six to eight weeks before departure to discuss typhoid, hepatitis, and other recommended vaccines.
Tipping is not a formal obligation, but it is warmly appreciated and meaningful given that local wages are very modest. Guides, drivers, and hospitality staff will value a discretionary tip at the end of a trip or stay. There is no fixed convention on amounts, so use your own judgement.