Those curious enough to visit South Sudan might see some of the world’s greatest wildlife shows.
The African nation of South Sudan is only a decade old, and its tourism sector is yet to boom. The landlocked nation still has limited, if not poor, tourism infrastructure, making it among the least-visited countries in the continent.
However, those curious enough to visit this young republic will be amazed at the potential of its attractions, mainly its national parks and protected areas. It’s an exciting prospect to visit South Sudan because it has the second-largest migration of animals in the world. It’s also home to Sudd, one of the planet’s largest wetlands. With such magnificent features, it’s only a matter of time before the country competes with other large national parks in Africa. The nation is yet to be on the list of the safest countries in the region, but in South Sudan, surprises are grand.
Boma National Park
Boma is a wildlife watcher’s paradise because it is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the country. It’s an important migration path since the park is as big as Rwanda. Its floodplains and grasslands are home to buffalos, lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, antelopes, zebras, and gazelles, among others. The most common residents of Boma are white-eared kobs. Birdwatchers are in for a treat, too, because they might chance upon black-chested snake eagles and Ruppell's vultures in the area. With that abundance of wildlife, Boma is just waiting for curious travelers.
Bandingilo National Park
For a grand display of one of Mother Nature’s best shows, Bandingilo is the place to be. It should be a part of a wildlife lover’s bucket list because it's where the real deal happens: the second-largest migration of animals on the planet. Just imagining or looking at photos of the migration is already magnificent, what more seeing them firsthand. The bellows and the sounds of the movements work with the majestic views of the Serengeti to deliver a stunning show. The migrating antelopes are waiting for their audience.
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