Discover Sudan: The Pyramids of Meroë

Sudan holds more pyramids than Egypt, with this UNESCO-listed necropolis of the ancient Kushite kingdom rising dramatically from desert sands.

The Blue and White Nile converge at Khartoum, with river journeys revealing a quieter, less-visited stretch of the historic waterway.

Sudan's Red Sea coast offers pristine, rarely-dived coral reefs and shipwrecks, including the famous Umbria wreck near Port Sudan.

Temples at Naqa and Musawwarat es-Sufra trace the Kingdom of Kush, a powerful ancient civilization that once ruled Egypt itself.

November–February offers the coolest, most comfortable desert temperatures.

Most visitors need a visa, arranged in advance through an embassy, along with photography permits.

Yes, Sudan remains an inexpensive destination for accommodation, food and local transport.

Organised tours with private drivers are recommended for reaching archaeological sites across the desert.