Sudan Holidays

Sudan is a culturally wealthy country. Over a hundred languages are spoken by dozens of different tribes making Sudan as diverse as Africa itself. For many, Sudan's history is best known for Gordon of Khartoum; less often told is the story of Sudan's ancient past. The kingdom of Kush traded with the pharaohs of Egypt and emperors of Rome as an independent power and left behind a wealth of archaeological treasures. For many, Sudan is seen as a purely Muslim nation but in actual fact a fifth of the population subscribe to traditional African religions and five per cent are Christian. As aforementioned, a real surprise for me was the charming frescoes from Christian Nubia. Despite lasting seven hundred years, Sudan's early Christian kingdoms are little known in the outside world, which is a great shame given the beauty of some of the frescoes.

I had done a little reading and had learned of the treasures of the Kushite kingdom but I was taken aback by their splendour and I was unprepared for the ethnic diversity of the people but more especially their unfailing hospitality and welcome. Wherever I went I was made to feel at ease with everyone saying 'Marhaba' (you are welcome), some stopping to shake my hand and other demand I take a photograph of them. Given my experiences I totally endorse the line in the Bradt guidebook, "Indeed, it's not uncommon for trans-Africa travellers to commend Sudan as their favourite country in the whole continent."

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Responsible Travel

As part of our commitment to Responsible Travel, Steppes Travel supports the following:

As part of our on-going support for conservation we make all our clients travelling to Africa a member of Tusk Trust for one year.


We support Footballs for Fun, asking our clients if they would like to take a flat packed football to give to poor children in Africa.


We are also members of ATTA, the Africa Travel Tourist Association, promoting responsible travel in Africa.