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More Pyramids Than Egypt, Standing In Open Desert
Sudan's Meroe pyramids, currently unvisited while the country awaits safer travel conditions.
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Sudan: The Pyramids Of Meroe
More pyramids than Egypt, standing largely unvisited in open desert. Currently on hold pending safe travel conditions.
Overview
Sudan holds more pyramids than Egypt, at Meroe, standing largely unvisited in open desert. The Red Sea reefs off Port Sudan rank among the least dived in the world.
Given the current security situation in Sudan, we are not taking new bookings here until conditions allow safe travel.
Why Go To Sudan
Four reasons travelers pick Sudan, each with its own field note from our team.
Trip Planning
Port Sudan's Red Sea Reefs, Among The Least Dived Anywhere
Reef systems that see a fraction of the traffic of the Egyptian Red Sea.
Cultural Safaris
Khartoum's Confluence Of The Blue And White Nile
Two rivers, visibly different in colour, meeting at the heart of Sudan's capital.
Trip Planning
Why We Are Not Booking Sudan Right Now
An honest note on why this itinerary is on hold, and what would change that.
Where To Go In Sudan
The places most of our Sudan itineraries are built around.
MeroeMeroe
Sudan holds more pyramids than Egypt, concentrated at Meroe in the open Nubian desert, built by the Kingdom of Kush over two thousand years ago. Unlike Egypt's pyramids, these stand almost entirely unvisited, without the crowds, fencing or ticket queues found further north. The structures are smaller and steeper than their Egyptian counterparts, but no less striking against the surrounding dunes. We are holding all Meroe itineraries until safe travel conditions return.
Port SudanPort Sudan
Sudan's Red Sea coast, centred on Port Sudan, holds reef systems that see a fraction of the dive traffic of the Egyptian Red Sea further north, largely untouched by mass tourism. Visibility and coral health here are reported by the diving community as exceptional. Access for diving trips depends entirely on the wider security and logistics situation. It remains one of the most promising, least explored dive destinations on our full list once conditions allow.
KhartoumKhartoum
Sudan's capital sits at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile, two rivers visibly different in colour meeting in a phenomenon you can watch from the riverbank. The city holds museums and markets reflecting Sudan's long, layered history at the crossroads of Arab and African cultures. Under normal conditions it would serve as the natural gateway to Meroe and the wider country. All Khartoum based itineraries remain on hold at present.
Nubian DesertNubian Desert
Beyond Meroe, Sudan's Nubian desert holds further pyramid sites and ancient ruins with a fraction of the recognition similar sites receive further north. The scale of open, unvisited desert here is difficult to overstate. Under safer conditions, this would rank among the most compelling desert archaeology destinations anywhere in Africa. We are tracking conditions closely and will resume planning here as soon as it is appropriate.
Sudan National MuseumSudan National Museum
In Khartoum, the Sudan National Museum holds artefacts spanning the Kingdom of Kush and earlier Nubian civilisations, alongside temples relocated here after the Aswan Dam flooded their original sites. It offers essential context for understanding Meroe and the wider Nubian pyramid sites before visiting them directly. Under normal conditions it would be a natural first stop on any Sudan itinerary. It remains closed to our itineraries along with the rest of the country for now.
Sanganeb Marine National ParkSanganeb Marine National Park
An isolated coral atoll in the Red Sea off Port Sudan, Sanganeb is regarded by experienced divers as one of the most pristine reef environments left anywhere in the region. Its remoteness has protected it from the pressures affecting more accessible dive sites elsewhere. Access has always required a liveaboard boat rather than a shore based dive operation. It remains on hold along with every other Sudan itinerary until conditions allow safe travel.
What To Do In Sudan
Every activity below has its own full guide, covering what to expect and where else it is offered.
When To Go
We are not scheduling Sudan departures until our on the ground partners confirm safe travel conditions. Under normal circumstances, November to February would be the cooler, more comfortable window.
GOOD
JanGOOD
FebFAIR
MarFAIR
AprFAIR
MayFAIR
JunFAIR
JulFAIR
AugFAIR
SepFAIR
OctGOOD
NovGOOD
Dec
Best — ideal conditions
Great — very good conditions
Good — solid, fewer crowds
Fair — wetter or hotter, still workable
AccessOn hold
Fly intoKhartoum (KRT)
StatusPending safe conditions
Travel Advice
Given the current security situation in Sudan, we are not taking new bookings here until conditions allow safe travel. We plan this itinerary only when our on the ground partners confirm it is appropriate to do so.
Sudan Tours & Safaris
Ready made itineraries built around Sudan, or ask us to design your own.
Sudan In Detail
Why Sudan Holds More Pyramids Than Egypt
The Kingdom of Kush built more pyramids at Meroe than Egypt has along the entire Nile, smaller and steeper than their northern counterparts but standing in open desert without the crowds or fencing found further north.
Why We Are Not Booking Sudan Right Now
Given the current security situation in Sudan, we are not taking new bookings here until conditions allow safe travel. We would rather tell you honestly that this itinerary is on hold than sell a trip we cannot stand behind.
Sudan At A Glance
CapitalKhartoum
LanguageArabic & English (official)
CurrencySudanese Pound (SDG)
Time ZoneUTC+2 (CAT)
Flight Time (UK)~7 hours
Best ForAncient Pyramids
VisaCurrently on hold
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Sudan Frequently Asked Questions
Can I book a trip to Sudan right now?
Not currently. We are holding all Sudan itineraries until our on the ground partners confirm it is safe to resume travel.
Why does Sudan have more pyramids than Egypt?
The Kingdom of Kush built extensively at Meroe over two thousand years ago; the pyramids are smaller than Egypt's but considerably more numerous.
Will you notify me when Sudan reopens?
Yes, register your interest through our enquiry form and we will contact you directly once conditions change.
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Why Plan Sudan With Us
We would rather tell you honestly that Sudan is on hold than sell a trip we cannot stand behind.
What To Do Next
- Tell us your travel dates and group size
- We reply with permit and availability details within 48 hours
- We confirm a day by day itinerary before you pay a deposit
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