10 Days Mundari Lotuko Mountains South Sudan

10 Days Mundari Lotuko Mountains, South Sudan

Our 10 Days Mundari Lotuko Mountains South Sudan is an Ethnographic route to discover some of Africa’s most traditional Cultures. South Sudan is Africa’s newest country, and tourists have not yet discovered it.

Itinerary of 10 Days Mundari Lotuko Mountains, South Sudan

Day 1: EUROPE – JUBA

Arrive in Juba, the capital of South Sudan. The guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the Hotel. Depending on the time of arrival, we can explore the Konyo market, the largest in Juba, which provides an introduction to South Sudan’s ethnic diversity. We can take a drink at the nearby Da Vinci Hotel for a panoramic view of the Juba Bridge over the Nile.

Accommodation: Royal Palace Hotel

Day 2: JUBA – TEREKEKA

After breakfast, we shall depart for Terekeka town, the capital of the Mundari people. It’s a five-hour drive, and we shall have our lunch break in a special local restaurant (Naivasha restaurant). We shall proceed and introduce ourselves to the local authority before later driving to Nyikabor village. where we spend the nights having an authentic Mundari cultural experience, overnight camping in Camping tents

DAY 3: MUNDARI CATTLE CAMP

We will reach a cattle camp to admire the Mundari tradition. The Mundari are predominantly cattle keepers.

The cattle are their everything. It’s a sign of prestige; they use them as dowries and a source of income. We shall spend the day learning more about the Mundari culture. We will visit small Mundari villages where people still practice facial and body scarification, then eat dinner in Mayong this evening.

Accommodation: tents .FB

DAY 4: TEREKEKA – JUBA

Breakfast and an early morning visit to the cattle for pictures. Farewell to the Mundari Culture and a long drive back to Juba. Overnight In Royal Palace Hotel

DAY 5: TO JUBA – KAPOETA (FLIGHTS )

On this day, you will take a flight to Kapoeta in the Far East, near the border with Kenya. Since the airline schedules flights for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, you must plan your departure accordingly. The flight leaves at 9:00 AM and arrives in Kapoeta town within one hour. Upon arrival, you will check in at Mango Camp to settle in for your stay.

We shall visit the tribal market to introduce us to the toposa people. In the evening, we shall visit a toposa village overnight in MANGO CAMP. At Mango Camp, there is power 24 hours a day, a proper shower, and internet access.

DAY 6: KAPOETA TO BOYA

After breakfast, we shall visit tribal Kapoeta villages in the morning before they go to the fields. to experience their daily life. The Toposa continue to dress in their traditional clothes (leather or cotton), pierce their lips, and scarify their arms, chests, and faces. Every scarification is a work of art—Toposa village.

After the visit, we shall drive to Camp 15. From there, we visit Boya tribal villages. The Boya are similar to the Toposa but speak a different language and decorate their hair differently. But the main difference lies in their architectural style. The Boya are magnificent architects, and their houses are well-built and nicely decorated.

Accommodation: tents. FB

DAY 7: BOYA – LOTUKO MOUNTAINS (4H)

Breakfast. After visiting the Boya Culture, we drive to the Lotuko Mountains. We will leave the car at the foot of the rocky hills and climb (an easy climb) for 20 minutes to Ilieu village, a traditional Lotuko village that is a jewel for lovers of nature and architecture.

In many ways, this site reminds me of Machu Picchu in Peru. Because the builders positioned the rock walls perfectly to adapt to the mountain’s geography, the entire structure feels integrated into the landscape. Consequently, we believe you should spend one night with the community to enjoy a traditional dinner and local music. By staying overnight, you will also experience vibrant evening dances and a deeper connection to the local culture.

Accommodation: tents. BB

DAY 8: LOTUKO MOUNTAINS TORIT

Breakfast. Last visits around the village and even to the higher points of the mountain. We shall say farewell to the lotuko, then transfer to Torit town.

Accommodation: Hotel. TORITHotelL BB

DAY 9: TORIT – JUBA

After breakfast, we shall embark on a long drive back to Juba through amazing landscapes.

Overnight at Royal Palace Hotel

DAY 10: JUBA TO Airport

After enjoying breakfast, you will take a morning visit to the John Garang Mausoleum, the final resting place of South Sudan’s founding father. Please note that authorities strictly prohibit taking pictures at this solemn site.

Next, you will have time for some souvenir shopping at one of Juba’s artisan shops, such as the Masai Market for traditional crafts or Lulu Life for locally produced shea butter. Afterwards, we will transfer you to Juba International Airport for your flight back home.

PLEASE NOTE

Local conditions may modify the order of visits and excursions (e.g., road conditions, market days).
We will reschedule any visits or tours cancelled due to external conditions whenever possible
There are long distances between cities and towns, and roads and tracks are often in poor condition.
Clients will bring their sleeping bags for camping days
We highly recommend bringing a single large bag for the trip, plus one or two backpacks.
Meals code: breakfast + Accommodation (BB), half board (HB), full board (FB)

OPTIONAL DONATIONS FOR THE LOCAL POPULATION:

Antimalarial drugs.
Bandages.
Antiseptic spirit.
Cotton wool
Eye drops
Traditional tobacco, you can buy in Juba

Price Includes

All transfers
Accommodation in hotels and tents.
Tour Guide
Entrance Fees
Travel and photography permits
4×4 + Fuel
Daily excursions and visits
Gifts for the tribal chiefs: local tobacco and salt

Price is Exclusive of: International flights, Meals, and drinks not specified in the program (we recommend bringing energy biscuits and dried fruit). We can prepare the invitation letter required for a tourist visa and obtain one for other visa types as well.