OCTOBER 2013 1st edition 320 pages Separated from the north in 2011, South Sudan
is the world's newest country and has emerged from decades of inaccessibility as
a vibrant and diverse destination. Nature lovers are drawn to the region to
experience one of the world's largest wetlands, the many tropical forests and
the second-largest wildlife migration on earth. The tribal peoples such as the
Dinka, Bari and Zande preserve unique cultures thousands of years in the making.
Authors Sophie Ibbotson and Max Lovell-Hoare provide practical information on
getting around this new country where the travelling is rugged but the rewards
are immense. This stand-alone guide outlines tour operators, hotels,
restaurants, suggested itineraries, and how you can give back to the community.
The chapter on Sudanese culture provides in-depth coverage of its languages,
people and culture. Divided into geographical regions with photographs and maps,
South Sudan enables the intrepid traveller to explore the length and breadth of
the country.