Tour SUDAN

Most foreign visitors entering Sudan must have a valid passport and some will need a visa. Visas must be obtained before departure and applications should be made to a Sudan Consulate or Diplomatic Mission in the country of residence. Delegates are advised to check with their local travel agency about the time necessary for obtaining such a visa. In the case where countries have no Sudanese Embassies, please inform ARSO secretariat and organizers in Sudan to proceed with counter visa application.

ARRIVING BY AIR IN KHARTOUM

International and domestic flights arrive at khartoum International Airport located approximately 15 minutes maximum by car from the meeting venue.

Note: All delegates will be received by SSMO officers at the VIP lounge and will be assisted all through custom clearance and luggage pickup.

TRANSFERS

Airport transfers are provided and arranged by the SSMO. Please provide your confirmed itinerary on the registration form. For any unplanned last minute changes with regards to your arrival times, please contact ARSO secretariat and Mr. Mohamed Mustafa from SSMO, Email: abuabdalrhman10@hotmail.com through the details on the registration form, or the following mobile phone details respectively;+249912349109, and +249 912207959.

TOURS

TOURISM IN SUDAN

Antiquities Sites and Natural Areas:
Sudan is considered one of the few countries which enjoy a variety of tourism resources. These resources are represented in the Red Sea Coast which extends for more than 700 kilometers and is characterized by many tourist attractions, including diving and under-water photography, besides boat-rowing and water skiing.

In the NORTH Sudan also enjoys an ancient heritage in the field of civilizations and antiquities representing a great attraction for tourists both from within and outside the country. This heritage includes Al-Nag'a Al-Musawarat, Karima, Al-Berkal, Merowie, Dongola and others areas, proved by the remains of the pyramids and temples, with a great part of them still lying unearthed. Closer to the Capital, stands nearly 57 pyramids of Elbijrawia and the Royal City that displays the sophisticated life style of those pharoas.

CENTRAL Sudan including Sennar and Sinja contain antiquities of Al-Funj Kingdom (The Black Sultanate). The antiquities of this area bear testimony to the long and authentic history of the kingdom. In EAST Sudan, at Sawakin area, on the Red Sea, there are great antiquities indicating the existence of a historically great period of Sudan's history. Sawakin island, for example, is considered one of the areas which witnessed urban development and unique styles of architecture.

Jebel Marra lies in WEST Sudan, one of the most distinct places in Darfur region. It stretches for several hundred miles from the small town of Kas in the South up to the outskirts of Al Fasher in the North, covering an area of almost 12800 square kilometers. Jabal Marra is 10,000 ft above sea level, the second highest in the country. It consists of a range of mountains 240 km long and 80 km wide, with waterfalls, volcanic lakes in an outstanding scenic beauty.

SOCIAL EVENTS

EVENT:Welcoming Cocktail

Venue: Grand Holiday Villa (Nile view)

Date: 19th June 2019

Dress code: Smart casual

Transport: Provided by SSMO

GALA DINNER

EVENT: Gala Dinner

Venue: GCA Center

Date: 20th June 2019

Dress code: African Formal

Transport: Provided by SSMO

Interested delegates should indicate their intention on the registration form.

INDUSTRY TOURS

Tour date: Friday 21st June 2019.

The following industrial tours/historic sites are arranged by SSMO. Please choose one if you are interested (PLEASE SELECT ON THE REGISTRATION FORMS).

• GIAD Group (Car industry, Steel works etc.)- 1 hr away from venue
• DAL Group (Food industry)- half an hour away from venue
• Elbijrawi Pyramids and the Royal City- 2:30 hrs away from venue()