SUDAN TOUR: Nubian Desert and Red Sea Cruise
Our Sudan tour of the Nubian Desert and Red Sea is an adventurous journey visiting ancient historical sites, nomadic tribal cultures, the Nubian Desert. The tour includes a cruise on the isolated Red Sea.
This one of a kind itinerary travels across desert landscapes, the unknown petroglyphs Bir Nurayet and the colorful Red Sea reef.
Travel overland through Sudan for seven days visiting significant archaeological sites such as the royal city of Meroe with its magnificent pyramids and the important Meroetic site Nagaa. We shall cross the Bayuda Desert and visit the Atrun Crater where nomads gather salt.
Additionally, travel across the Nubian Desert and continue towards the Red Sea Hills. Here we will meet nomadic Beja people of the Bisharin and Hadendowa tribes.
Embark on a cruise the Red Sea for seven days on the M/Y Elegante. This 25 ft schooner was built in 1995 and completely renovated in 2009. There are 7 double cabins with private bath/shower and air conditioning. It is under Italian management.
A talented chef will amaze you with his Italian culinary specialties. Trained PADI dive guides are available. In addition, fishing equipment (line fishing and trolling) is available on board.
SUDAN TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Explore an undiscovered region
- Observe camel caravans and desert tribal cultures
- Visit Sudan’s pyramids and ancient city of Meroe
- Connect with local people in desert markets and small, isolated villages
- Seven Nights Cruise the Red Sea visiting pristine islands